Boeing Stock Drops 3.47% Amid Starliner Delays, 737 MAX Scrutiny

On April 3, 2025, The Boeing's stock price dropped by 3.47% in pre-market trading.

Boeing is currently facing significant challenges with its Starliner spacecraft, which has been grounded due to technical issues. The spacecraft, which was supposed to return astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore to Earth, encountered problems with its propulsion system, valves, and helium system. These issues have led to delays in the spacecraft's return and have raised concerns about its reliability. Boeing and NASA are working together to address these issues and plan to conduct further tests before the next manned flight.

In addition to the Starliner issues, Boeing is also dealing with legal challenges related to its 737 MAX aircraft. The company's CEO, Kelly Ortberg, recently announced that Boeing is in discussions with the U.S. Department of Justice to modify a previous plea agreement related to two fatal crashes involving the 737 MAX in 2018 and 2019. The company is also facing scrutiny over a mid-air blowout incident involving a 737 MAX aircraft in 2024, which has led to production delays and a reduction in output from 38 to 31 aircraft per month. These legal and production challenges are adding to the pressure on Boeing's stock price.