GD
General Dynamics
PEG ratio, current and historical analysis
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- PEG Ratio
GD currently shows a PEG ratio reading of 2.18 as of Jul 13, 2026. Dividing the 23.13 PE ratio by the 10.6% earnings growth rate produces this figure. When benchmarked against the trailing 4-quarter average of 1.52, GD's PEG ratio reflects a 43% increase.
GD PEG ratio history
A ten years lookback reveals an average PEG ratio of 4.37 for General Dynamics. Compared to historical data, GD's 2.18 PEG ratio represents a decrease of 50%. The ten years high came in the Mar 2024 quarter at 45.56, reflecting peak valuation relative to growth. The bottom was reached in the Dec 2018 quarter at 0.85, suggesting favorable value relative to growth during that period.
General Dynamics PEG ratio by year
| Year | PEG ratio | PE ratio | Growth YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1.62 | 21.51 | 13.3% |
| 2024 | 1.38 | 19.08 | 13.8% |
| 2023 | N/A | 21.39 | -1.4% |
| 2022 | 3.36 | 20.16 | 6% |
| 2021 | 3.45 | 17.96 | 5.2% |
| 2020 | N/A | 13.48 | -8.7% |
| 2019 | 2.18 | 14.59 | 6.7% |
| 2018 | 0.85 | 13.88 | 16.4% |
| 2017 | 1.37 | 20.91 | 15.3% |
| 2016 | N/A | 20.46 | -10.7% |
| 2015 | 0.58 | 14.54 | 25% |
| 2014 | 1.46 | 18.2 | 12.5% |
| 2013 | 0.02 | 14.22 | 814.9% |
| 2012 | N/A | N/A | -113.5% |
| 2011 | 10.63 | 9.57 | 0.9% |
General Dynamics PEG ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PEG ratio | PE ratio | Growth YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2026 | 2.04 | 21.66 | 10.6% |
| Dec 2025 | 1.62 | 21.51 | 13.3% |
| Sep 2025 | 1.22 | 21.18 | 17.3% |
| Jun 2025 | 1.21 | 19.31 | 16% |
| Mar 2025 | 1.05 | 18.46 | 17.6% |
| Dec 2024 | 1.38 | 19.08 | 13.8% |
| Sep 2024 | 2.21 | 22.57 | 10.2% |
| Jun 2024 | 3.99 | 22.35 | 5.6% |
| Mar 2024 | 45.56 | 22.78 | 0.5% |
| Dec 2023 | N/A | 21.39 | -1.4% |
| Oct 2023 | N/A | 18.31 | -0.2% |
| Jul 2023 | 5.15 | 17.51 | 3.4% |
| Apr 2023 | 3.7 | 18.49 | 5% |
| Dec 2022 | 3.36 | 20.16 | 6% |
| Oct 2022 | 5.48 | 17.55 | 3.2% |
GD average PEG ratio chart
GD's PEG ratio today comes in under the 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
PEG comparison
General Dynamics's PEG of 2.18 is higher than the Industrials sector and the industry average. In comparison with the Industrials sector average of 1.13, General Dynamics's PEG is 93% higher.
GD EPS growth
GD Price vs fair value
GD PEG vs peers
Relative to its peers, GD's PEG ratio is below KTOS's yet above BA's and NOC's.
| Stock name | PEG ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| NOC Northrop Grumman Corp | 0.65 | $76.96B |
| BA Boeing Co | 0.73 | $169.89B |
| TXT Textron Inc | 0.95 | $15.55B |
| GD General Dynamics Corp | 2.18 | $100.81B |
| KTOS Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Inc | 6.78 | $8.81B |
| LMT Lockheed Martin Corp | N/A | $120.05B |
| HON Honeywell International Inc | N/A | $70.41B |
Frequently asked questions
What is General Dynamics's PEG ratio?
GD has a PEG ratio of 2.18, per Jul 13, 2026 data.
What is the 3-year average PEG ratio for General Dynamics (GD)?
GD shows a 3-year average PEG ratio of 6.7.
What is the 5-year average PEG ratio for General Dynamics (GD)?
GD shows a 5-year average PEG ratio of 5.52.
What is the highest PEG ratio for GD?
The Mar 2024 quarter marked the ten years high at 45.56 for GD's PEG ratio.
How does the current PEG ratio for GD compare to its historical average?
Compared to the 10-year average, GD's PEG ratio sits 50% lower.
Why is General Dynamics's PEG ratio so high?
A 2.18 PEG ratio for GD suggests the stock trades at a premium relative to its growth trajectory.
How is GD's PEG ratio calculated (General Dynamics PEG ratio formula)?
Computing the PEG ratio involves dividing the PE ratio by the company's EPS growth rate (YoY TTM). As of Jul 13, 2026, General Dynamics carries a PE ratio of 23.13. Earnings grew at 10.6% over the TTM period ending Apr 2026. Applying the formula, this yields a PEG ratio of 2.18. PEG RATIO(2.18) = PE RATIO(23.13) / EPS GROWTH(10.6%)
All PEG ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.