Is GE Aerospace Stock Outperforming the Nasdaq?

Valued at a market cap of $355.4 billion, GE Aerospace (GE) is a global leader in aerospace propulsion, services, and systems, supporting commercial and military aviation worldwide. With a large installed base of aircraft engines and a global workforce, the company builds on more than a century of innovation and industry expertise. 

Companies worth more than $10 billion are generally described as “large-cap” stocks, and GE Aerospace fits this criterion perfectly. GE Aerospace is focused on advancing the future of flight while improving safety, performance, and reliability.

Shares of the Evendale, Ohio-based company have declined 13.6% from its 52-week high of $388.84. The company has risen 4.1% over the past three months, outpacing the broader Nasdaq Composite’s ($NASX) 2.6% dip over the same time frame.

Shares of the engine maker have soared 22.1% over the past 52 weeks, slightly outperforming NASX’s 21.1% return over the same time frame. However, GE stock is up 9.4% on a YTD basis, lagging behind NASX’s 13.1% return. 

Despite a few recent fluctuations, the stock has been trading above its 200-day moving average since last year. 

GE Aerospace has outperformed over the past year, driven by strong demand for commercial engine services, defense products, and a growing high-margin aftermarket business. 

The company reported stronger-than-expected Q2 2026 results, with revenue rising 24% to $12.64 billion and adjusted EPS reaching $2.02. It raised its full-year adjusted EPS outlook to $7.65 - $7.85 and operating profit forecast to $10.55 billion - $10.75 billion, reflecting strong commercial aerospace demand. Also, Commercial Engines & Services revenue grew 27% and free cash flow jumped 43% to $3.03 billion.

In comparison, rival The Boeing Company (BA) has lagged behind GE stock. BA stock has dipped 12.2% over the past 52 weeks and 4.5% on a YTD basis. 

As GE Aerospace has outperformed over the past year, analysts remain bullish about its prospects. The stock has a consensus rating of “Strong Buy” from 22 analysts in coverage, and the mean price target of $396.73 is a premium of 18.5% to current levels. 

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