GE Aerospace (NYSE:GE – Free Report) had its target price upped by UBS Group from $426.00 to $435.00 in a research report sent to investors on Friday morning, MarketBeat Ratings reports. The firm currently has a buy rating on the stock.
Other equities analysts also recently issued research reports about the stock. Sanford C. Bernstein reiterated an “outperform” rating on shares of GE Aerospace in a research note on Tuesday, July 14th. Jefferies Financial Group raised their price target on GE Aerospace from $365.00 to $455.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research note on Thursday, July 2nd. Citigroup reaffirmed a “buy” rating and set a $431.00 price target (up from $353.00) on shares of GE Aerospace in a report on Wednesday, July 1st. TD Cowen reaffirmed a “buy” rating and set a $380.00 price objective (up from $330.00) on shares of GE Aerospace in a research report on Monday, July 13th. Finally, Susquehanna reaffirmed a “positive” rating and set a $430.00 price objective (up from $380.00) on shares of GE Aerospace in a research report on Thursday, July 9th. One equities research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, sixteen have issued a Buy rating, two have issued a Hold rating and one has issued a Sell rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat.com, the company currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $370.33.
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GE Aerospace Stock Down 0.1%
GE Aerospace (NYSE:GE – Get Free Report) last announced its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, July 16th. The company reported $2.02 EPS for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $1.86 by $0.16. GE Aerospace had a net margin of 17.72% and a return on equity of 40.56%. The company had revenue of $12.63 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $11.87 billion. During the same period in the prior year, the firm posted $1.66 EPS. The company’s quarterly revenue was up 21.1% compared to the same quarter last year. GE Aerospace has set its FY 2026 guidance at 7.650-7.850 EPS. As a group, research analysts forecast that GE Aerospace will post 7.93 EPS for the current fiscal year.
GE Aerospace Announces Dividend
The business also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Monday, July 27th. Investors of record on Monday, July 6th will be paid a dividend of $0.47 per share. This represents a $1.88 annualized dividend and a yield of 0.5%. The ex-dividend date is Monday, July 6th. GE Aerospace’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is currently 22.14%.
Hedge Funds Weigh In On GE Aerospace
Large investors have recently bought and sold shares of the stock. Blueline Advisors LLC acquired a new position in GE Aerospace during the fourth quarter worth approximately $25,000. Ankerstar Wealth LLC acquired a new stake in shares of GE Aerospace in the fourth quarter valued at approximately $31,000. Tucker Asset Management LLC acquired a new stake in shares of GE Aerospace in the fourth quarter valued at approximately $32,000. Lifetime Wealth Management P.C. purchased a new position in shares of GE Aerospace during the fourth quarter worth approximately $40,000. Finally, Beaird Harris Wealth Management LLC grew its position in shares of GE Aerospace by 72.0% during the third quarter. Beaird Harris Wealth Management LLC now owns 141 shares of the company’s stock worth $42,000 after acquiring an additional 59 shares during the last quarter. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 74.77% of the company’s stock.
Key Stories Impacting GE Aerospace
Here are the key news stories impacting GE Aerospace this week:
- Positive Sentiment: GE Aerospace beat Q2 estimates, posting $2.02 EPS on $12.63 billion in revenue, and raised its FY 2026 outlook to $7.65-$7.85 EPS, signaling stronger profit, cash flow, and demand momentum. Article: GE Aerospace lifts 2026 forecast as airlines keep up maintenance spending
- Positive Sentiment: Several reports highlighted resilient commercial services and maintenance demand, which supports the company’s longer-term earnings power and helped analysts say the stock may still have room to run. Article: GE Q2 Earnings Call Points to a Higher 2026 Ceiling
- Positive Sentiment: UBS raised its price target on GE Aerospace to $435 and reiterated a buy rating, reinforcing the view that fundamentals remain strong after earnings.
- Positive Sentiment: The CFM LEAP 1B durability kit was approved, a product and aftermarket development that may help support future engine service revenue. Article: GE Aerospace Says CFM Leap 1B Durability Kit Approved
- Neutral Sentiment: CEO Larry Culp said there are “no victory laps,” suggesting management sees execution and supply chain issues as the main challenge even after a record quarter. Article: GE Aerospace Has a Record Quarter. Larry Culp Says ‘No Victory Laps’
- Neutral Sentiment: Some coverage noted that backlog remains huge, but slowing order growth and ongoing delivery constraints are tempering enthusiasm and keeping valuation concerns in focus. Article: GE boosts profit outlook but stock falls as booming order growth cools
- Negative Sentiment: The stock is under pressure because investors appear to be taking profits after a strong run and are worried the valuation is already rich, even with the improved guidance. Article: GE Aerospace Q2 earnings top estimates as commercial services drive growth
GE Aerospace Company Profile
GE Aerospace (NYSE: GE) is the aerospace business of General Electric, focused on the design, manufacture and support of aircraft engines, integrated propulsion systems and related aftermarket services. The company serves commercial airlines, airframers, business and general aviation operators, and defense customers, providing propulsion solutions for a broad range of aircraft types from single‑aisle airliners to widebody and military platforms.
Its product portfolio includes a family of commercial and military jet engines as well as spare parts, components and systems engineering.
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