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General Dynamics grows revenue and profit in third quarter

General Dynamics reported third-quarter revenue up 12.9%, diluted EPS of $4.49 and a backlog of $220.3 billion, according to TradingView.

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what happened

General Dynamics reported third-quarter revenue up 12.9% year on year, while diluted earnings per share rose to $4.49. All four of its business segments posted growth.

The company's backlog climbed to $220.3 billion, helped by submarine contract awards. Its fiscal 2026 diluted EPS guidance stands at $17.20 to $17.30. The data comes from TradingView.

why it matters

For investors, rising sales and profit alongside a larger order book point to steady demand for the defense contractor's output in the coming years. The guidance range gives analysts a reference point for the full year.

market impact

GD shares and defense sector: strong results and a bigger backlog support the stock

  • General Dynamics shares pressure up — revenue, profit and backlog growth supports investor expectations

tags

instruments

GDUS defense stocks

sources

  1. GD: Revenue and EPS grew as submarine awards lifted backlog to $220.3B — TradingView, 30 October 2026 at 14:25 UTC

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