Boeing Stock Takes a Hit Amid Production Delays

Boeing stock closed at $197.00 on September 17, 2026, after falling 2.46 percent from its previous close of $201.96.

This decline comes amidst concerns over slower production ramp-ups and cash flow uncertainty. According to CNBC, Boeing executives told investors that stabilizing 737 MAX production at 47 aircraft per month is taking longer than planned due to wing production issues, even though a technical fix is in place.

Boeing Chief Financial Officer Jay Malave also cautioned that free cash flow is now less likely to exceed the midpoint of the company's $1 billion to $3 billion full-year outlook, signaling less headroom than investors had hoped.