Boeing reports 15% rise in defence revenue in Q3 2026
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27 October 2026 - 21:41 Boeing reported $24.2 billion in revenue for the third quarter of 2026, a 4% increase from the same period last year. According to the company's financial results released on October 27, its Defense, Space & Security business recorded a 15% increase in revenue to $7.9 billion, while the segment's backlog reached a record $101 billion. The US aerospace and defence manufacturer reported a net loss of $116 million for the quarter, compared with a $5.34 billion loss in the third quarter of 2025. Its GAAP diluted loss per share narrowed from $7.14 to $0.26. Boeing 's operating cash flow increased to approximately $1.5 billion, while free cash flow, a non-GAAP measure, reached $464 million. The company's total backlog rose to a record $745 billion, including more than 6,300 commercial aircraft. Boeing Defense, Space & Security reported third-quarter revenue of $7.94 billion, up from $6.90 billion a year earlier. Operating earnings increased to $492 million from $114 million, while the segment's operating margin rose from 1.7% to 6.2%. According to Boeing, the improvement reflected higher business volume and operational performance, as well as a $252 million gain from the sale of HRL Laboratories. The company said Defense, Space & Security's backlog reached a record $101 billion, with 23% representing orders from customers outside the United States. During...
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