BA

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NYSE Industrials

$214.09

-0.24 (-0.11%)

Updated: 7/17/2026, 8:55:00 PM

Open

$211.50

High

$216.83

Low

$211.50

Prev Close

$214.34

Volume

3.28M

Price History

Why Is BA ▼ Down Today?

-0.11%

Boeing sees slight dip, underperforming aerospace sector's gains

Boeing (BA) shares experienced a marginal decline of 0.112% today, closing at $214.09. This movement occurred on a volume of 3,279,915, with the stock underperforming the broader aerospace sector, which saw an average gain of 0.53%. The slight dip comes as investors look ahead to the company's upcoming earnings report.

Key Drivers

June Jet Deliveries

Recent news highlighted Boeing's delivery of 64 jets in June, a metric that will be closely watched by analysts ahead of the company's July 28 earnings announcement.

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Jul 17 ▼ -0.1% Boeing sees slight dip, underperforming aerospace sector's gains

Jul 16 ▼ -1.7% Boeing shares dip, slightly outperforming broader aerospace sector

Jul 15 ▲ +0.6% Boeing Outperforms Sector with Modest Gain on Light Volume

Jul 14 ▲ +1.0% Boeing Outperforms Sector with Modest Gains

Jul 13 ▼ -2.9% Boeing (BA) Falls Sharply, Underperforming Broader Aerospace Sector

Jul 10 ▼ -0.3% Boeing Dips Slightly Amid Broader Aerospace Sector Gains

Jul 9 ▼ -0.5% Boeing Dips Slightly, Underperforming Broader Aerospace Sector

Jul 8 ▼ -3.0% Boeing Shares Decline, Underperforming Aerospace Sector

Jul 7 ▼ -1.2% Boeing (BA) experiences slight dip, outperforms broader aerospace sector

Jul 6 ▲ +3.3% Boeing Stock Jumps Over 3% on Strong Trading Day

Jul 3 — +0.0% Boeing (BA) Trading Halted as US Markets Close for Independence Day Observance

Jul 2 ▲ +3.2% Boeing Shares Rise Over 3%, Outperforming Aerospace Sector

Jul 1 ▲ +1.0% Boeing Shares Rise, Outperforming Broader Aerospace Sector

Jun 30 ▲ +0.4% Boeing (BA) Posts Modest Gain, Underperforms Sector Average

Jun 29 ▼ -1.1% Boeing (BA) Dips Modestly, Underperforming Sector

Mar 31 ▲ +2.5% Boeing (BA) Climbs on Legal Relief and Defense Contract

Mar 30 ▼ -1.0% Boeing (BA) Down Slightly Amid Sector Weakness

Mar 27 ▼ -2.2% Boeing (BA) Down Amidst Sector Weakness

Mar 26 ▼ -2.2% Boeing (BA) Down Amid Mixed Signals Despite Large Korean Air Order

Mar 25 ▲ +1.6% Boeing (BA) Climbs on Positive Signals, Outpacing Sector

Mar 24 ▼ -0.3% Boeing (BA) dips slightly despite positive industry news, sector outperforms

Mar 23 ▲ +1.7% Boeing (BA) gains as 737 MAX deliveries restart after wiring issue fix

Mar 20 ▼ -3.1% Boeing (BA) drops on program risk, production headwinds

Mar 19 ▼ -2.3% Boeing (BA) falls amid production delay concerns, sector weakness

Mar 18 ▼ -2.2% Boeing (BA) Down Amid Mixed Signals, -2.22%

Mar 17 ▼ -1.4% Boeing (BA) Down Slightly After Timeline Emerges for Commercial Profitability

Mar 16 ▲ +1.7% Boeing (BA) Up Slightly on Sector Strength, Moon Mission News

Mar 13 ▲ +2.5% Boeing (BA) Climbs on Positive Sentiment, Outperforms Sector

Mar 12 ▼ -4.2% Boeing (BA) Drops Over 4% on 737 MAX Delivery Concerns

Mar 11 ▼ -1.7% Boeing (BA) dips on 737 MAX delivery delays due to wiring issue

Financial Highlights

TTM 2025

Income Statement

Revenue

$89.46B

Gross Profit

$4.29B

4.8% margin

Operating Income

$4.28B

4.8% margin

Net Income

$2.24B

2.5% margin

EPS (Diluted)

$2.48

R&D Spend

$3.62B

Balance Sheet

Total Assets

$168.24B

Total Liabilities

$162.78B

Stockholders' Equity

$5.46B

Long-Term Debt

$53.85B

Cash Flow

Operating Cash Flow

$1.06B

Investing Activities

$499.0M

Net Cash Flow

-$2.16B

SEC filing dated January 30, 2026. Source: Polygon.io / SEC EDGAR.

Highly Regarded Analysis

Updated Jul 17, 2026 • Refreshes daily

Rating

Highly Regarded

Risk

High

Target

$274.46

Type

Standard

Executive Summary

The Boeing Company, a global aerospace and defense firm, is navigating a period of intense scrutiny and operational challenges. While benefiting from a substantial order backlog and strong global demand for air travel and defense systems, the company faces persistent production issues, supply chain disruptions, and regulatory hurdles impacting key aircraft programs like the 737 MAX and 777X. Despite these headwinds, analysts largely maintain a 'Strong Buy' consensus, anticipating a long-term recovery driven by increased delivery volumes and improved operational efficiency. The company's financial health shows signs of strain with recent losses, but management is focused on achieving positive free cash flow.

Bull Case

The bull case for Boeing is predicated on several factors, including the global demand for air travel and Boeing's strong position in the aerospace and defense industry. The company holds a record backlog of $695 billion, with over 6,100 commercial airplanes, providing a robust revenue pipeline. Successful and consistent increases in the 737 production rate to 47 per month in 2026 and eventually to 52 per month, coupled with the resolution of certification delays for the 737 MAX 7, 737 MAX 10, and 777X, are key to unlocking significant cash flow. The strength of its defense, space, and security segment, driven by government contracts, also provides stability and growth potential.

Bear Case

The bear case centers on persistent execution risks, including ongoing production issues, quality control problems, and supply chain constraints that could continue to hamper delivery timelines. Delays in the certification of key aircraft models, particularly the 737 MAX 7, 737 MAX 10, and 777X, could further impact sales and operational costs. Stiff competition from Airbus in the commercial airplane segment, coupled with geopolitical tensions and economic downturns, poses additional threats. The company's high debt load of approximately $47 billion and its currently high valuation based on earnings multiples also present risks.

Technical Outlook

Boeing's stock has shown mixed technical signals. While some short-term indicators suggest bearish pressure, with the share price below its 5, 20, and 50-day exponential moving averages, other analyses indicate the stock is within an approximate horizontal trend channel in the medium term, with price testing support levels around $214. Some moving average analyses signal a 'Buy' for BA, underscoring bullish alignment for intermediate-term trends. The stock has recently pulled back from highs near $250.

Fundamental Health

The Boeing Company has a significant market capitalization, but its fundamental health has been impacted by ongoing operational challenges. The company reported a Q1 2026 GAAP loss per share of ($0.11) and a core loss per share of ($0.20), though this exceeded analysts' expectations. Quarterly revenue for Q1 2026 was $22.22 billion, a 14.0% year-over-year increase. Boeing carries approximately $47 billion in total debt. The price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio is high at around 94-110, reflecting financial strain and profitability challenges. While it has an exceptional 3-year average return on equity (ROE) of 76%, there are concerns about declining gross and operating margins, and negative free cash flow margins. The total company backlog grew to a record $695 billion, including over 6,100 commercial airplanes, indicating strong future demand.

Key Catalysts

FAA certifications for 737 MAX 7, 737 MAX 10, and 777X aircraft programs
Consistent increase in commercial aircraft delivery volumes and production rates, especially the 737 program to 52 aircraft per month
Effective management and resolution of supply chain bottlenecks and quality control issues
Strong Q2 2026 earnings report, with a focus on free cash flow generation (expected July 28, 2026)
Securing new large commercial aircraft orders
Awards of significant defense and space contracts

Sources

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