10 Defense and Aerospace Stocks To Benefit From Trump’s Peace Through Strength Policy

7. General Dynamics Corporation (NYSE:GD)

General Dynamics Corporation is a defense and aerospace company that operates through technologies, marine systems, aerospace, and combat systems. It has had a poor start to the year, falling right after the earnings report which we view as a buying opportunity.

GD’s growth story for 2025 is compelling. Management estimates a growth rate of 5.5% backed by margin expansion and as a result, earnings growth. The company already has a strong balance sheet and is trading just above its 52-week lows. Consequently, the forward PE has dropped to below 18, presenting an opportunity to take a position in the stock.

Some of the recent pessimism surrounding the stock stems from its inability to deliver the aerospace deliveries it guided. The main reason for this could have been the issue with the G700 certification, which resulted in additional testing, complexity, and non-standard workflow where the company lost valuable resources. The hiccup is in the past though as deliveries are back on schedule.