All Brands Owned by General Dynamics

What does General Dynamics own?
General Dynamics owns Gulfstream Aerospace (business jets), Jet Aviation (aircraft services), Electric Boat (nuclear submarines), Bath Iron Works (destroyers), NASSCO (commercial ships), General Dynamics Land Systems (armored vehicles), General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (munitions), General Dynamics Information Technology (IT services), and General Dynamics Mission Systems (C5ISR solutions). These businesses operate across four reportable segments.

Is General Dynamics publicly traded?
Yes, General Dynamics trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol GD. The company has been publicly traded since its incorporation in 1954. Institutional investors including Vanguard Group, BlackRock, and State Street hold the majority of shares. No single shareholder owns a controlling stake.

What is General Dynamics' annual revenue?
For fiscal year 2025 (ended December 31, 2025), General Dynamics reported $52.6 billion in revenue, up 10.1% from $47.7 billion in FY2024. Net earnings were $4.2 billion, with diluted EPS of $15.45. The company's backlog reached $118 billion at year-end 2025, providing multi-year revenue visibility.

Who is the CEO of General Dynamics?
Phebe Novakovic has served as Chairman and CEO of General Dynamics since 2013. She joined the company in 2001 and previously served as CFO and COO. Before her corporate career, she worked at the Central Intelligence Agency and the Department of Defense. Novakovic is in her 12th year as CEO and was named to Fortune's Most Powerful Women list in 2025.

What are General Dynamics' main business segments?
General Dynamics operates four segments: Aerospace ($13.1 billion in FY2025, 25% of revenue), Marine Systems ($16.7 billion, 32%), Combat Systems ($9.2 billion, 17%), and Technologies ($13.5 billion, 26%). Marine Systems is the largest segment by revenue, driven by nuclear submarine production for the U.S. Navy.

Does General Dynamics pay a dividend?
Yes, General Dynamics has paid a dividend for over 25 consecutive years. The board determines any increase in March each year. However, a January 2026 executive order by President Trump created uncertainty by prohibiting defense contractors from paying dividends until they can "produce a superior product, on time and on budget." CEO Novakovic confirmed the company's commitment to the dividend despite the order.

How many people does General Dynamics employ?
General Dynamics employs more than 110,000 people worldwide as of 2025. The company's workforce is concentrated in the United States, with significant operations in Virginia, Maine, Connecticut, California, and Michigan. International operations include facilities in Canada, the United Kingdom, Germany, Austria, Spain, and Australia.