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GD Return on Equity (ROE) Analysis

17.8%

Updated 297h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Return on equity (ROE) measures how much profit a company generates from each dollar of shareholder equity — a 17.8% ROE means GD earns $0.178 for every $1 of equity.

Sector Performance

63th percentile

17.8%

Sector Median

13.3%

Sector Avg

16.9%

Prior Period

18.0%(Jul 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

Return on equity (ROE) measures how much profit a company generates from each dollar of shareholder equity — a 17.8% ROE means GD earns $0.178 for every $1 of equity.

This sits above the sector median of 13.6%, placing GD in the 62nd percentile among sector peers. The year-over-year change is not available, and the quarter-over-quarter change shows a slight dip of -1.1%, from 18.0% to 17.8%. With only two data points, the trend direction over the last eight quarters is also not available, so the small quarterly decline is the only movement to assess. The combination of an above-median ROE with limited trend data suggests modest profitability strength but no clear momentum, implying a moderate risk profile. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the level is solid relative to peers, but the lack of trend evidence and slight QoQ decline prevent a bullish or bearish tilt.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Return on Equity (ROE) tell investors about GD?

ROE measures how effectively management turns equity into profit. Consistently above 15% is typically considered strong. Negative equity distorts this metric.

How is the Return on Equity (ROE) calculated?

Return on Equity (ROE) is calculated as: Net Income / Shareholders' Equity.

Who are GD's closest peers by Return on Equity (ROE)?

The closest peers by Return on Equity (ROE) include: LOW (-67.1%), MAR (-69.0%), BMBL (-76.9%), WBA (-82.7%), NIO (-84.0%).

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The Formula

Net Income / Shareholders' Equity

Why It Matters

ROE measures how effectively management turns equity into profit. Consistently above 15% is typically considered strong. Negative equity distorts this metric.