GE Aerospace And UK Export Finance Launch New Financing Solution for Regional UK Shop Visits |

Eli Lilly Makes Foundayo Available To Eligible UK Adults Privately, Seeks NICE Assessment For NHS Use At £100-£120 Pricing

U.K. Retail Sales (MoM) For July -0.5% Vs. -0.4% Est.; 0.7% (Revised) Prior

U.K. Core Retail Sales (MoM) For July -0.9% Vs. -0.5% Est.; 0.9% (Revised) Prior

U.K. Core Retail Sales (YoY) For July 2.3% Vs. 3.3% Est.; 5.0% (Revised) Prior

Can GE Aerospace Boost Profit Margin Amid Cost Pressures?

GE Aerospace reported Q2 2026 operating profit of $2.75B, up 18% year-over-year, but operating margins declined 130 basis points to 21.7% due to growth investments and cost inflation. The company raised its 2026 operating profit guidance to $10.55-$10.75B, implying 17% growth at midpoint, driven by strong commercial and defense aerospace demand and higher LEAP engine deliveries.

ITA vs JETS: Which Is the High Flying Airline and Aerospace ETF to Profit From in 2026?

The article compares two aerospace ETFs: iShares U.S. Aerospace & Defense ETF (ITA) and U.S. Global Jets ETF (JETS). ITA focuses on defense contractors and aerospace manufacturers with a lower 0.37% expense ratio, higher 1-year return of 22.9%, and lower volatility (beta 0.74). JETS concentrates on commercial airlines with a higher 0.6% expense ratio and 16.9% 1-year return but greater volatility (beta 1.18). The article recommends ITA as the better long-term investment due to superior historical performance and stability.