BOEING CO (BA) Factsheet
BOEING CO (BA) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2025-10-29. Data as of Q1 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC 7.2%. FCF margin -1.1%. D/E 7.9x. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-29.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | 7.2% | Below expectations |
| FCF Margin | -1.1% | Cash flow pressure |
| Debt/Equity | 7.9x | Elevated debt |
ROIC 7.2% — Bottom 50% of sector peers. FCF margin -1.1% — Bottom 10%.
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Profitability: BOEING CO earns 7.2% ROIC, Bottom 50% in Industrials
ROIC TTM 7.2%, sector median 7.3%, Bottom 50%. DuPont: NOPAT margin 4.1% × asset turnover 0.6x. Gross margin 4.8%. Operating margin 4.6%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-29.
| Metric | BA | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 7.2% | Warning | Below sector median of 7.3% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | -161.6% | Red flag | Moderate equity returns |
| Gross Margin | 4.8% | Warning | Competitive pricing environment |
| Operating Margin | 4.6% | Warning | Moderate operational efficiency |
Cash Flow: BOEING CO generates $-1.0B FCF at -1.1% margin, positive NaN/8 quarters
FCF TTM $-1.0B. FCF margin -1.1%. OCF/Net income 1.3x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-29.
| Metric | BA | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | -1.1% | Red flag | Thin cash margins |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $-1.0B | Red flag | Cash burn |
| OCF/Net Income | 1.3x | Excellent | High earnings quality |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet: BOEING CO at 7.9x leverage
Debt/Equity 7.9x. Total debt $47.2B, cash & investments $21.6B. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-29.
| Metric | BA | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | 7.9x | Red flag | Elevated leverage |
| Net Cash Position | $-25.6B | Warning | Net debt position |
Valuation: BOEING CO trades at 77.4x earnings
P/E 77.4x. EV/Sales 2.0x. FCF yield -0.7%. Dividend yield 0.2%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-29.
| Metric | BA | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 77.4x | Warning | Premium valuation |
| EV/Sales | 2.0x | Excellent | Attractive revenue multiple |
| FCF Yield | -0.7% | Warning | Lower cash yield |
| Dividend Yield | 0.2% | Adequate | Growth focus over income |
Capital Allocation: BOEING CO returns 0.2% shareholder yield
Total shareholder yield 0.2% (div 0.2%). Capital returned $345.0M TTM. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-29.
| Metric | BA | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 0.2% | Adequate | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $345.0M | Good | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 7.2% | Bottom 50% | 1.0x below |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | -1.1% | Bottom 10% | -0.2x below |
| Gross Margin | 4.8% | Bottom 10% | 0.1x below |
| Operating Margin | 4.6% | Bottom 50% | 0.6x below |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | -161.6% | Top 5% | -18.4x below |
| P/E Ratio | 77.4x | N/A | - |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | BA | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 7.2% | Warning | Bottom 50% of sector (median: 7.3%) |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | -1.1% | Red flag | Thin cash margins |
| Gross Margin | 4.8% | Red flag | Bottom 10% of sector (median: 33.1%) |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 788.5% | Red flag | High financial leverage |
| P/E Ratio (Price-to-Earnings) | 77.4x | Warning | High expectations priced in |
| Free Cash Flow Yield | -0.7% | Red flag | Growth-focused valuation |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is BOEING CO's Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)?
BOEING CO (BA) has a trailing twelve-month Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of 7.2%. Sector median 7.3%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-29.
Q: What is BOEING CO's Free Cash Flow Margin?
BOEING CO (BA) has a free cash flow margin of -1.1%, generating $-1.0 billion in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-29.
Q: What is BOEING CO's P/E ratio and how does it compare to peers?
BOEING CO (BA) trades at a P/E ratio of 77.4x, which is above the sector median of N/A. EV/Sales 2.0x. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-29.
Q: Does BOEING CO pay a dividend?
BOEING CO (BA) currently pays a dividend yield of 0.2%. Total shareholder yield (dividend + buybacks) 0.2%. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-29.
Q: How much debt does BOEING CO have?
BOEING CO (BA) has a debt-to-equity ratio of 7.9x with total debt of $47.2 billion. Net debt $25.6 billion. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-29.
Q: What is BOEING CO's revenue and earnings growth?
BOEING CO (BA) grew revenue by 32.7% year-over-year. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-29.
Q: How does BOEING CO compare to competitors in Industrials?
Compared to other companies in Industrials, BOEING CO (BA) shows: ROIC 7.2%, sector median 7.3% (Bottom 50%). FCF margin -1.1%, sector median 4.7%. Gross margin 4.8%, 28.3pp below sector median. These rankings are based on MetricDuck's analysis of all Industrials companies with available SEC filings.
Q: What warning signs should I watch for with BOEING CO?
Quantitative warning flags for BOEING CO (BA): 1) FCF margin -1.1% (below 5%); 2) debt/equity 7.9x (above 1.5x threshold). Source: 10-Q filed 2025-10-29.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2025-10-29. TTM metrics as of Q1 2026.
Methodology: Financial metrics calculated from SEC 10-K and 10-Q filings using standardized formulas. Sector comparisons use peer group based on SIC code.
Scope: This analysis covers SEC filing fundamentals — profitability, cash flow, balance sheet, and valuation metrics. For analyst estimates and price targets, consult sell-side research.
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.