# General Dynamics Corporation (GD): Dividend & Fundamentals

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- Sector: Industrials · Industry: Aerospace & Defense
- Exchange: NYSE · Trading currency: USD

General Dynamics Corporation is a global leader in the aerospace and defense industry, with its operations structured across four key divisions: Aerospace, Marine Systems, Combat Systems, and Technologies. The Aerospace segment focuses on the design, production, and sale of business jets, alongside offering a full suite of aviation services including aircraft maintenance, repair, management, charter services, and ground support. Marine Systems specializes in shipbuilding for the U.S. Navy, constructing nuclear-powered submarines, surface warships, and auxiliary vessels. This division also b...

## Quote & Key Metrics

As of 2026-10-23:

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | $349.36 USD |
| Market Cap | $94.52B |
| P/E (TTM) | 21.32 |
| EPS (TTM) | $16.39 |
| 52-Week Range | $306.77 – $400.00 |
| Dividend Yield (TTM) | 1.79% |

## Dividend

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Yield (TTM) | 1.79% |
| Annual Dividend (TTM) | $6.27 /share |
| Annual Dividend (Forward) | $6.36 /share |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
| Consecutive Growth Streak | 35 years |
| Growth CAGR 1Y / 3Y / 5Y / 10Y | 6.0% / 6.4% / 6.0% / 7.7% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, TTM) | 37.7% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, TTM) | 25.9% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, forward dividend) | 38.8% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, forward dividend) | 26.7% |

### Recent Payments

| Ex-Date | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-09 | $1.5900 | 2026-11-13 |
| 2026-07-02 | $1.5900 | 2026-08-07 |
| 2026-04-10 | $1.5900 | 2026-05-08 |
| 2026-01-16 | $1.5000 | 2026-02-06 |
| 2025-10-10 | $1.5000 | 2025-11-14 |
| 2025-07-03 | $1.5000 | 2025-08-08 |
| 2025-04-11 | $1.5000 | 2025-05-09 |
| 2025-01-17 | $1.4200 | 2025-02-07 |
| 2024-10-11 | $1.4200 | 2024-11-15 |
| 2024-07-05 | $1.4200 | 2024-08-09 |
| 2024-04-11 | $1.4200 | 2024-05-10 |
| 2024-01-18 | $1.3200 | 2024-02-09 |

Full history: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/gd/dividend

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What does General Dynamics Corporation do?

General Dynamics Corporation (GD) operates in the Aerospace & Defense industry within the Industrials sector. Full company description, peers, and segment breakdown are on the page above.

### What is GD's market cap?

General Dynamics Corporation (GD) has a market capitalization of approximately $94.52 billion, as of October 23, 2026, based on the most recent share price and shares outstanding.

### Does GD pay a dividend?

Yes, General Dynamics Corporation (GD) pays a dividend quarterly, with a trailing-twelve-month yield of 1.79%. Full distribution history, payout ratios, and growth rates are on the Dividend tab.

### How often does GD pay dividends?

General Dynamics Corporation pays dividends quarterly. The forward annual rate is $6.36 per share at the current declared cadence. Each ex-dividend date, record date, and payment date is listed in the dividend history table on this page.

### What is GD's payout ratio?

General Dynamics Corporation's payout ratio is the percentage of earnings (and free cash flow) returned to shareholders as dividends. Current EPS and FCF coverage are shown in the payout cards above, with green / amber / red coloring indicating sustainability.

### Is GD a Dividend Aristocrat?

Yes, General Dynamics Corporation (GD) is an S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrat, meaning it has raised its dividend for at least 25 consecutive years. Its full dividend history and growth rates are on this page.

## More on Dividend Data

- Overview (HTML): https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/gd
- Dividend history & safety: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/gd/dividend
- Earnings & EPS: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/gd/earnings
- Financial statements: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/gd/financials/income
- Valuation multiples: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/gd/valuation
- Peer comparison: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/gd/peers

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