Candriam S.C.A. Purchases 5,488 Shares of GE Aerospace $GE

Candriam S.C.A. increased its holdings in shares of GE Aerospace (NYSE:GE) by 5.4% during the 1st quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm owned 107,459 shares of the company’s stock after buying an additional 5,488 shares during the period. Candriam S.C.A.’s holdings in GE Aerospace were worth $30,494,000 at the end of the most recent quarter.

Other large investors have also recently modified their holdings of the company. Blueline Advisors LLC acquired a new stake in GE Aerospace in the fourth quarter valued at $25,000. Ankerstar Wealth LLC acquired a new stake in shares of GE Aerospace in the fourth quarter valued at about $31,000. Tucker Asset Management LLC acquired a new position in shares of GE Aerospace in the fourth quarter worth approximately $32,000. Lifetime Wealth Management P.C. bought a new stake in GE Aerospace in the fourth quarter valued at approximately $40,000. Finally, Beaird Harris Wealth Management LLC increased its position in GE Aerospace by 72.0% during the 3rd quarter. Beaird Harris Wealth Management LLC now owns 141 shares of the company’s stock valued at $42,000 after purchasing an additional 59 shares during the period. Institutional investors own 74.77% of the company’s stock.

GE Aerospace Stock Up 0.1%

Shares of NYSE GE traded up $0.29 during trading on Friday, hitting $359.33. 2,334,269 shares of the company traded hands, compared to its average volume of 4,698,848. The firm has a market capitalization of $374.90 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 44.25, a P/E/G ratio of 3.18 and a beta of 1.35. The business’s fifty day moving average is $330.74 and its 200 day moving average is $317.23. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.99, a quick ratio of 0.70 and a current ratio of 1.01. GE Aerospace has a fifty-two week low of $251.40 and a fifty-two week high of $382.97.

GE Aerospace (NYSE:GE) last issued its earnings results on Tuesday, April 21st. The company reported $1.86 EPS for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $1.60 by $0.26. The business had revenue of $11.61 billion during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $11.61 billion. GE Aerospace had a return on equity of 37.99% and a net margin of 17.86%.The firm’s revenue was up 24.6% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period in the previous year, the company posted $1.49 EPS. GE Aerospace has set its FY 2026 guidance at 7.100-7.400 EPS. Equities research analysts predict that GE Aerospace will post 7.48 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

GE Aerospace Announces Dividend

The firm also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Monday, July 27th. Investors of record on Monday, July 6th will be issued a $0.47 dividend. This represents a $1.88 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 0.5%. The ex-dividend date is Monday, July 6th. GE Aerospace’s dividend payout ratio is currently 23.15%.

Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth

Several equities research analysts have recently weighed in on the stock. TD Cowen decreased their price objective on shares of GE Aerospace from $350.00 to $330.00 and set a “buy” rating for the company in a research report on Wednesday, April 8th. Seaport Research Partners initiated coverage on shares of GE Aerospace in a research report on Tuesday, May 26th. They set a “buy” rating and a $375.00 price target on the stock. Weiss Ratings downgraded GE Aerospace from a “buy (b)” rating to a “buy (b-)” rating in a report on Monday, June 1st. Wall Street Zen lowered GE Aerospace from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Monday, April 27th. Finally, President Capital decreased their target price on GE Aerospace from $355.00 to $342.00 and set a “buy” rating for the company in a research note on Wednesday, April 22nd. One research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, sixteen have given a Buy rating, two have issued a Hold rating and one has given a Sell rating to the stock. According to data from MarketBeat, GE Aerospace presently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $360.33.

Key Headlines Impacting GE Aerospace

Here are the key news stories impacting GE Aerospace this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Investors are positioning for a strong July 16 earnings report, with expectations for revenue and EPS growth and the possibility of another beat. Top Wall Street Forecasters Revamp GE Aerospace Expectations Ahead Of Q2 Earnings
• Positive Sentiment: Analysts and commentators say GE’s defense and propulsion unit is benefiting from strong orders, major contracts, and rising military demand. Will Strength in Defense & Propulsion Unit Continue to Drive GE’s Momentum?
• Positive Sentiment: GE Aerospace is being described as a high-quality industrial name with a strong installed base and consistent service revenue, supporting investor confidence. GE Aerospace (GE) Rallied Amid Investors’ Confidence
• Neutral Sentiment: Some investors are warning that the stock’s sharp run means valuation matters, and much of the optimism may already be priced in. GE Aerospace: Great Company, But Price Matters
• Neutral Sentiment: Broader coverage has kept GE Aerospace in the spotlight, with traders focused on whether earnings can extend the stock’s current momentum. GE Aerospace Is a No-Brainer Buy Before July 16 Earnings. Here’s Why

GE Aerospace 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.