General Dynamics Stock Target Price and Analyst Consensus

GD Stock  USD 282.31  0.29  0.10%   
The current analyst and expert consensus on General Dynamics is Strong Buy with 8 hold recommendations. The current projected General Dynamics target price consensus is 250.77 with 25 analyst opinions. One of the most common ways General Dynamics analysts use to provide buy-or-sell recommendation to the public are conference calls analysis and financial statements evaluations. Some experts can also talk to General Dynamics vendors, executives, and/or customers. General Dynamics recommendation module provides expert sentiment on the projected General Dynamics target price to derive its highest and lowest estimates based on target price standard deviation of 1.4244.
Lowest Forecast
228.2
Highest Forecast
278.35
Target Price
250.77
As of November 28, 2024, Gross Profit is expected to decline to about 3.3 B. In addition to that, Pretax Profit Margin is expected to decline to 0.08. At present, General Dynamics' Short and Long Term Debt Total is projected to increase significantly based on the last few years of reporting. The current year's Total Current Liabilities is expected to grow to about 17.3 B, whereas Cash is forecasted to decline to about 1.5 B.
  
It's important to approach General Dynamics' target price projections with caution. While they can be useful as part of a broader investment strategy, they are inherently speculative and subject to various kinds of risk, including market volatility and unforeseen external factors. Always consider multiple aspects and do your own research when making investment decisions.
Analysts determine stock price targets through various methods, including financial modeling, peer comparison, and company analysis. The stock price target is the analyst's best estimate of the future price of a stock and is used by investors to make investment decisions. However, it is important to note that stock price targets are not guaranteed, and the actual price of a stock can differ significantly from the target due to various factors such as market conditions, economic events, and company developments.

Steps to utilize General Dynamics price targets

General Dynamics' stock target price is an estimate of its future price, usually made by analysts. Using General Dynamics' target price to determine if it is a suitable investment can be done through the following steps:
  • Look at General Dynamics' target prices provided by various analysts and compare them. This can help you gain a more balanced view of the Stock's potential.
  • Look at the analyst's track record to determine if they have a history of accurately predicting stock prices.
  • Look at the Company's financials, including revenue, earnings, and debt, to determine if it is in good financial health.
  • Consider market conditions. For example, take into account the state of the economy, competition, and regulatory environment, to determine if General Dynamics' stock is likely to perform well.
  • Diversify your portfolio and do not rely solely on stock target prices to make investment decisions. Invest in a mix of stocks, bonds, and other assets to manage risk.
Remember that stock target prices are just estimates and are subject to change. Therefore, using them as one factor in a larger investment strategy is essential rather than relying solely on them to make decisions.

Additional General Dynamics Value Projection Modules

Most investment researchers agree that the mispricing and readjustment of any Stock value happens often and is sometimes even predictable, but there is no strong theory explaining why it happens. The current price of General Dynamics is a key component of General Dynamics valuation and have some predictive power on the future returns of a General Dynamics.
Sophisticated investors, who have witnessed many market ups and downs, anticipate that the market will even out over time. This tendency of General Dynamics' price to converge to an average value over time is called mean reversion. However, historically, high market prices usually discourage investors that believe in mean reversion to invest, while low prices are viewed as an opportunity to buy.
Hype
Prediction
LowEstimatedHigh
279.37280.79310.54
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Intrinsic
Valuation
LowRealHigh
268.60270.02310.54
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Naive
Forecast
LowNextHigh
273.10274.51275.93
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Earnings
Estimates (0)
LowProjected EPSHigh
3.444.433.51
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Please note, the presentation of General Dynamics' financial position, as portrayed in its financial statements, is often influenced by management's estimates, judgments, and sometimes even manipulations. In the best case, General Dynamics' management is honest, while the outside auditors are strict and uncompromising. Please utilize our Beneish M Score to check the likelihood of General Dynamics' management manipulating its earnings.