Axon Enterprise [AXON] vs General Dynamics [GD] Detailed Stock Comparison
Axon Enterprise
NASDAQ
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General Dynamics
NYSE
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Axon Enterprise wins in 3 metrics, General Dynamics wins in 16 metrics, with 0 ties. General Dynamics appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Axon Enterprise | General Dynamics | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 181.81 | 21.10 | General Dynamics |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 21.26 | 3.58 | General Dynamics |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 75.08 | 45.03 | General Dynamics |
| PEG Ratio | 119.35 | 19.54 | General Dynamics |
| EV/EBITDA | 693.00 | 15.39 | General Dynamics |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 13.64% | 8.13% | Axon Enterprise |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.03% | 10.16% | General Dynamics |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 0.03% | 10.16% | General Dynamics |
| Return on Equity | 14.00% | 17.92% | General Dynamics |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 0.25% | 5.75% | General Dynamics |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $329.53M | $3.20B | General Dynamics |
| Dividend Yield | N/A | 2.07% | N/A |
| 1-Year Return | 105.67% | 6.18% | Axon Enterprise |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 24.29 | 1.68 | General Dynamics |
| Enterprise Value | $60.16B | $93.47B | General Dynamics |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 25.15 | 1.86 | General Dynamics |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 60.39% | 14.95% | Axon Enterprise |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $31 | $185 | General Dynamics |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $4.07 | $14.89 | General Dynamics |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 1.36 | 0.49 | General Dynamics |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
Axon Enterprise vs General Dynamics Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Axon Enterprise | -6.12% | -11.37% | 2.44% | 10.89% | 15.56% | 28.85% |
| General Dynamics | -0.29% | 0.08% | 3.00% | 13.67% | 24.94% | 20.31% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Axon Enterprise | 105.67% | 488.04% | 830.36% | 3,510.00% | 19,811.14% | 8,401.88% |
| General Dynamics | 6.18% | 30.31% | 110.22% | 116.94% | 422.88% | 444.77% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Axon Enterprise vs General Dynamics
| Metric | AXON | GD |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $58.09B | $84.50B |
| Market Cap Category | Large cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 813,428 | 1,122,650 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 677,346 | 1,265,833 |
| Last Close | $768.57 | $314.01 |
| 52 Week Range | $346.71 - $885.92 | $239.20 - $322.50 |
| % from 52W High | -13.25% | -2.63% |
| All-Time High | $885.92 (Aug 05, 2025) | $322.50 (Jul 24, 2025) |
| % from All-Time High | -13.25% | -2.63% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.33% | 0.09% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | -0.13% | 0.12% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.14% | 0.08% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.00% | 0.10% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.14% | 0.18% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 75.08 | 45.03 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $34.81 | $87.79 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $28.42 | $5.67 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $275.58M | $5.02B |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $262.48M | $3.49B |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | 2.07% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | $5.76 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Axon Enterprise vs General Dynamics
| Metric | AXON | GD |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 181.81 | 21.10 |
| Forward P/E | 119.35 | 19.54 |
| PEG Ratio | 119.35 | 19.54 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 24.29 | 1.68 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 21.26 | 3.58 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $58.09B | $84.50B |
| Enterprise Value | $60.16B | $93.47B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 25.15 | 1.86 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 693.00 | 15.39 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 1.36 | 0.49 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $34.81 | $87.79 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Axon Enterprise vs General Dynamics
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | AXON | GD |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $603.63M | $12.22B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $237.89M | $10.33B |
| Gross Profit | $365.74M | $1.89B |
| Research & Development | $151.02M | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $-8.79M | $1.27B |
| EBITDA | $-7.45M | $1.49B |
| Pre-Tax Income | $108.39M | $1.20B |
| Income Tax | $20.41M | $206.00M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $87.98M | $994.00M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | AXON | GD |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $615.50M | $1.24B |
| Total Current Assets | $3.83B | $25.12B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $1.30B | $18.76B |
| Long-Term Debt | $1.77B | $8.84B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $2.73B | $22.23B |
| Retained Earnings | $936.11M | $42.08B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $271.24M | N/A |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | AXON | GD |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $188.65M | $-148.00M |
| Capital Expenditures | $-24.86M | N/A |
| Free Cash Flow | $932,000 | $-290.00M |
| Debt Repayment | $-431.66M | $-750.00M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | N/A | $-600.00M |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | AXON | GD |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 1.44M | 2.30M |
| Short Ratio | 2.33 | 1.81 |
| Short % of Float | 0.02% | 0.01% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 813,428 | 1,122,650 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 677,346 | 1,265,833 |
| Shares Outstanding | 76.62M | 270.34M |
| Float Shares | 74.80M | 251.75M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.04% | 0.01% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.83% | 0.87% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Axon Enterprise vs General Dynamics
| Metric | AXON | GD |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | $5.76 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | 2.07% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | N/A | $5.41 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | N/A | 0.54% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | N/A | $16.24 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | N/A | Apr 11, 2025 |