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GD| General Dynamics

Dividend Aristocrat (35 yrs)

Industrialsβ€’Aerospace & Defenseβ€’USD Currency

Dividend Yield
1.89%
Forward annual yield
Growth Streak
35 Years
Consecutive increases
Annual Payout
$6.36
USD per share
Payout Ratio
37.7%
Safe buffer (<60%)
5Y Growth (CAGR)
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5-Year dividend CAGR
Ex-Dividend Date
2026-10-09
Next / Recent ex-date

General Dynamics (GD) pays an annualized forward dividend of $6.36 per share in USD, representing a forward yield of 1.89%.

With a dividend payout ratio of 37.7%.

Dividend Aristocrat Status: Having increased its dividend for 35 consecutive years, GD is an established Dividend Aristocrat.

Historical Dividend Payouts(GD)

Recent cash distributions, declared payout dates, and distribution track record.

Ex-Date:2026-10-09

Detailed distribution payments are updated regularly. General Dynamics distributes an annualized rate of $6.36 per share on a quarterly schedule.

Dividend Reinvestment (DRIP) Calculator

Simulate compound dividend reinvestment returns with GD.

Initial Investment$10,000
Monthly Contribution$250/mo
Starting Dividend Yield1.89%
Annual Dividend Growth (CAGR)6.0%
Annual Share Price Growth5.0%
Investment Horizon15 Years
Portfolio Value
$114,816
Annual Dividend
$4,370/yr
Monthly Income
$364/mo
Capital BreakdownYear 15 Projection
Contributions: $55,000
Dividends & Growth: +$59,816
YearBalanceAnnual DividendMonthly Cash Flow
Year 5$31,449+$632+$53/mo
Year 10$63,490+$1,784+$149/mo
Year 15$114,816+$4,370+$364/mo

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Frequently Asked Questions about General Dynamics (GD)

How many consecutive years has General Dynamics (GD) increased its dividend?

General Dynamics (GD) has increased its annual dividend payout for 35 consecutive years, placing it in the Dividend Aristocrat tier.

What is General Dynamics's current dividend yield and payout?

As of recent market updates, General Dynamics offers a forward dividend yield of 1.89% with an estimated annual payout of $6.36 per share in USD.

What is General Dynamics's dividend payout ratio and is it sustainable?

General Dynamics has an estimated dividend payout ratio of 37.7%. A payout ratio below 60% indicates a strong safety buffer, leaving ample room for continued reinvestment and future dividend growth.

When is the next or most recent ex-dividend date for GD?

The recorded ex-dividend date for General Dynamics (GD) is 2026-10-09. Investors must purchase or hold shares before this date to receive the upcoming distribution.

Is General Dynamics (GD) a Dividend Aristocrat or King?

Yes, General Dynamics is a Dividend Aristocrat with 35 consecutive years of annual dividend increases.

How does dividend reinvestment (DRIP) work for GD?

A Dividend Reinvestment Plan (DRIP) allows you to automatically reinvest cash dividends from General Dynamics into additional shares or fractional shares, compounding your investment value over time.