Boeing’s new CFO sees ‘performance culture’ driving a return to positive cash flow next year

Core Insights - Boeing has undergone significant changes in executive leadership, with Jay Malave appointed as CFO and Kelly Ortberg as CEO in August 2024, following a series of operational challenges and a strike by over 33,000 machinists in 2024 [2][4] Group 1: Company Culture and Leadership - Malave has observed a highly engaged workforce and a strong management team focused on continuous improvement, indicating a performance-driven culture at Boeing [4] - The leadership team is characterized by "active management," with a hands-on approach to problem-solving, which aligns with Malave's management style [4] Group 2: Financial Outlook - Boeing is expected to return to positive free cash flow in 2026, projected to be in the low single-digit billions, contingent on increasing production of the 737 Max and 787 Dreamliner [5] - The company aims to rebuild towards its historical target of generating $10 billion annually in cash, with a significant improvement from an anticipated $2 billion free cash outflow in 2025 [6] - Malave's optimistic financial outlook contributed to a nearly 10% increase in Boeing's share price following his comments [6]