Elbit Systems [ESLT] vs General Dynamics [GD] Detailed Stock Comparison
Elbit Systems
NASDAQ
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General Dynamics
NYSE
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Elbit Systems wins in 5 metrics, General Dynamics wins in 15 metrics, with 0 ties. General Dynamics appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Elbit Systems | General Dynamics | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 51.33 | 21.23 | General Dynamics |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 5.22 | 3.60 | General Dynamics |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 31.30 | 45.03 | Elbit Systems |
| PEG Ratio | 0.90 | 1.46 | Elbit Systems |
| EV/EBITDA | 28.82 | 15.37 | General Dynamics |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 5.35% | 8.13% | General Dynamics |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 8.00% | 10.16% | General Dynamics |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 8.00% | 10.16% | General Dynamics |
| Return on Equity | 11.56% | 17.92% | General Dynamics |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 3.29% | 5.75% | General Dynamics |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $319.56M | $3.20B | General Dynamics |
| Dividend Yield | 0.64% | 2.07% | General Dynamics |
| 1-Year Return | 130.81% | 8.61% | Elbit Systems |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 2.79 | 1.69 | General Dynamics |
| Enterprise Value | $21.93B | $93.32B | General Dynamics |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 2.92 | 1.86 | General Dynamics |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 23.97% | 14.95% | Elbit Systems |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $168 | $185 | General Dynamics |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $8.80 | $14.90 | General Dynamics |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | -0.32 | 0.49 | Elbit Systems |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
Elbit Systems vs General Dynamics Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elbit Systems | -2.12% | -0.10% | 4.47% | 16.01% | 55.17% | 75.06% |
| General Dynamics | 0.94% | 0.22% | 6.56% | 13.98% | 30.23% | 21.27% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elbit Systems | 130.81% | 124.21% | 237.83% | 499.40% | 812.25% | 1,846.27% |
| General Dynamics | 8.61% | 36.09% | 107.87% | 119.01% | 451.73% | 451.25% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Elbit Systems vs General Dynamics
| Metric | ESLT | GD |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $20.93B | $85.11B |
| Market Cap Category | Large cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 160,658 | 901,985 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 127,016 | 1,164,318 |
| Last Close | $449.58 | $319.52 |
| 52 Week Range | $188.53 - $494.32 | $239.20 - $322.50 |
| % from 52W High | -9.05% | -0.92% |
| All-Time High | $494.45 (Aug 05, 2025) | $322.50 (Jul 24, 2025) |
| % from All-Time High | -9.07% | -0.92% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.21% | 0.09% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.60% | 0.12% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.05% | 0.08% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.08% | 0.10% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.12% | 0.18% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 31.30 | 45.03 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $86.60 | $87.79 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $18.65 | $5.67 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $812.58M | $5.02B |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $419.67M | $3.49B |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 0.64% | 2.07% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $2.95 | $5.76 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Elbit Systems vs General Dynamics
| Metric | ESLT | GD |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 51.33 | 21.23 |
| Forward P/E | 53.14 | 19.68 |
| PEG Ratio | 0.90 | 1.46 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 2.79 | 1.69 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 5.22 | 3.60 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $20.93B | $85.11B |
| Enterprise Value | $21.93B | $93.32B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 2.92 | 1.86 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 28.82 | 15.37 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | -0.32 | 0.49 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $86.60 | $87.79 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Elbit Systems 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) | ESLT | GD |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $1.90B | $12.22B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $1.44B | $10.33B |
| Gross Profit | $454.31M | $1.89B |
| Research & Development | $114.27M | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $149.71M | $1.27B |
| EBITDA | $196.53M | $1.49B |
| Pre-Tax Income | $115.70M | $1.20B |
| Income Tax | $16.06M | $206.00M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $107.37M | $994.00M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | ESLT | GD |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $113.68M | $1.24B |
| Total Current Assets | $6.80B | $25.12B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $5.64B | $18.76B |
| Long-Term Debt | $722.74M | $8.84B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $3.31B | $22.23B |
| Retained Earnings | N/A | $42.08B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $1.80B | N/A |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | ESLT | GD |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $88.29M | $-148.00M |
| Capital Expenditures | $-22.30M | N/A |
| Free Cash Flow | $160.91M | $-290.00M |
| Debt Repayment | $-7.29M | $-750.00M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | N/A | $-600.00M |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | ESLT | GD |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 128,402 | 2.03M |
| Short Ratio | 1.18 | 1.56 |
| Short % of Float | 0.00% | 0.01% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 160,658 | 901,985 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 127,016 | 1,164,318 |
| Shares Outstanding | 44.55M | 270.34M |
| Float Shares | 26.13M | 251.75M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.42% | 0.01% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.23% | 0.86% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Elbit Systems vs General Dynamics
| Metric | ESLT | GD |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $2.95 | $5.76 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 0.64% | 2.07% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | $2.32 | $5.41 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | 0.23% | 0.54% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | $6.95 | $16.24 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Oct 14, 2025 | Apr 11, 2025 |