Sector: Industrials|Industry: Aerospace & Defense|Market Cap: $72.00B|Employees: 111.6K
General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company specializing in high-end design, engineering, and manufacturing. They offer a broad portfolio of products and services including business aviation, ship construction and repair, land combat vehicles, weapons systems, and technology products. The company holds leadership positions in attractive business aviation and defense markets across the globe.
Total revenue increased to $12.223 billion, up from $10.731 billion in the prior year, with the Aerospace segment showing nearly 50% growth. This growth was primarily driven by increased aircraft manufacturing and services revenue.
Operating margin increased by 70 basis points to 10.4%, driven by strong operating performance in the Aerospace and Technologies segments. This indicates improved efficiency and profitability in these key areas.
Free cash flow was negative $290 million, compared to negative $437 million in the prior year, primarily due to growth in operating working capital, particularly in the Aerospace and Combat Systems segments. Management anticipates these timing items will reverse, leading to positive cash flow for the full year.