If you are wondering whether General Dynamics is offering fair value at around US$353.89 per share, you are not alone. This article is intended to help you frame that question clearly before you make any decisions.
The stock has returned 3.1% over the last week, 3.4% over the last month, 3.1% year to date and 39.2% over the past year, with longer term returns of 57.0% over three years and 156.5% over five years.
Recent attention on General Dynamics has centered on its role as a major U.S. defense contractor, with investors closely watching government defense priorities, contract activity and sector sentiment for cues on long term demand. These factors give important context to the share price performance you see today and help frame…