GE Aerospace (NYSE:GE) posted fourth quarter earnings that topped both profit and revenue estimates, but its shares came under pressure as investors weighed signs of slowing growth and a 2026 outlook that points to more moderate expansion than previously expected. For Q4, GE Aerospace posted adjusted earnings per share of $1.57, topping the consensus estimate of $1.43 by $0.14.
Stock futures are higher this morning after major indexes surged yesterday following comments from President Donald Trump that eased investor concerns about U.S. moves to acquire Greenland; the Federal Reserve's preferred measure of inflation is set to be released this morning; Intel is scheduled to report results after the market closes amid a recent rally for the chipmaker's stock; GE Aerospace reported better-than-expected quarterly results and issued a solid outlook for 2026; and Procter & Gamble shares are down after the consumer product maker's quarterly sales came in short of estimates. Here's what you need to know today.
GE Aerospace (GE) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.57 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.44 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.32 per share a year ago.
GE's stock gave back early premarket gains after quarterly results beat expectations for many metrics, and the full-year outlook for revenue growth was better than Wall Street projected.
GE Aerospace reported higher revenue as its orders continued to grow amid rising air travel and defense demand.
GE Aerospace is upgraded to Buy, with an 11% upside and a $346.31 price target after valuation methodology correction. Relying solely on P/E is misleading; EV/EBITDA better reflects GE's capital structure and long-term cash flow profile. GE's forward EV/EBITDA premium is justified by its durable aftermarket engine revenues and consistent cash flow growth.
GE Aerospace's earnings need to do more than just lift the stock price for bulls to regain momentum.
GE is heading into Q4 earnings with double-digit revenue growth expected, driven by strong engine demand, services strength and defense momentum.
GE Aerospace (GE) reached $325.12 at the closing of the latest trading day, reflecting a +1.62% change compared to its last close.
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