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Lockheed Martin is the world's largest defense contractor and has dominated the Western market for high-end fighter aircraft since it won the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program in 2001. Lockheed's largest segment is aeronautics, which derives upward of two-thirds of its revenue from the F-35. Lockheed's remaining segments are rotary and mission systems, mainly encompassing the Sikorsky helicopter business; missiles and fire control, which creates missiles and missile defense systems; and space systems, which produces satellites and receives equity income from the United Launch Alliance joint venture.

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Financial giants have made a conspicuous bearish move on Lockheed Martin. Our analysis of options history for Lockheed Martin (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>) revealed 17 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 23% of traders were bullish, while 47% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 13 were puts, with a value of $701,289, and 4 were calls, valued at $318,390.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $485.0 to $590.0 for Lockheed Martin during the past quarter. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of Lockheed Martin stands at 201.56, with a total volume reaching 1,815.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in Lockheed Martin, situated within the strike price corridor from $485.0 to $590.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>Lockheed Martin Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731613546_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>

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<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th align="right">Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>LMT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$16.7</td>
<td>$16.6</td>
<td>$16.7</td>
<td>$535.00</td>
<td>$128.6K</td>
<td align="right">98</td>
<td align="right">87</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LMT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$47.5</td>
<td>$46.0</td>
<td>$46.0</td>
<td>$570.00</td>
<td>$115.0K</td>
<td align="right">274</td>
<td align="right">25</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LMT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$1.6</td>
<td>$1.4</td>
<td>$1.45</td>
<td>$485.00</td>
<td>$87.0K</td>
<td align="right">27</td>
<td align="right">600</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LMT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$3.9</td>
<td>$3.6</td>
<td>$3.8</td>
<td>$570.00</td>
<td>$83.9K</td>
<td align="right">137</td>
<td align="right">230</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>LMT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$20.4</td>
<td>$19.7</td>
<td>$20.1</td>
<td>$540.00</td>
<td>$70.3K</td>
<td align="right">339</td>
<td align="right">48</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Lockheed Martin</h3>
Lockheed Martin is the world's largest defense contractor and has dominated the Western market for high-end fighter aircraft since it won the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program in 2001. Lockheed's largest segment is aeronautics, which derives upward of two-thirds of its revenue from the F-35. Lockheed's remaining segments are rotary and mission systems, mainly encompassing the Sikorsky helicopter business; missiles and fire control, which creates missiles and missile defense systems; and space systems, which produces satellites and receives equity income from the United Launch Alliance joint venture.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Lockheed Martin, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>Current Position of Lockheed Martin</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 1,228,085, with LMT's price down by -3.37%, positioned at $538.92.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be oversold.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 68 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Lockheed Martin</h3>
A total of 5 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $655.6.
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&#x2A; An analyst from TD Cowen persists with their Buy rating on Lockheed Martin, maintaining a target price of $610. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from Susquehanna keeps a Positive rating on Lockheed Martin with a target price of $695. 
&#x2A; An analyst from UBS has decided to maintain their Neutral rating on Lockheed Martin, which currently sits at a price target of $603. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from RBC Capital keeps a Outperform rating on Lockheed Martin with a target price of $665. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Susquehanna has decided to maintain their Positive rating on Lockheed Martin, which currently sits at a price target of $705. 
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Looking At Lockheed Martin's Recent Unusual Options Activity

President-elect Donald Trump has spent the week following <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/11/41768178/donald-trump-defeats-kamala-harris-to-win-2024-election">his election win</a> penciling in cabinet picks. His choice for Defense Secretary, Pete Hegseth, is raising eyebrows. 
The Pick: Hegseth was a co-host on Fox Corp&#8216;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FOXA#NASDAQ">FOXA</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FOX#NASDAQ">FOX</a>) &#8220;Fox &amp; Friends,&#8221; Trump&#8217;s favorite television show. 
The Minnesota native, an Iraq and Afghanistan War veteran, has never held a government position. Hegseth has been a strong supporter of Trump since 2016.
<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-hegseth-defense-secretary-pentagon-2d8030921ecef933778cf92afd40ec72">According</a> to the Associated Press, Trump encouraged his supporters to buy Hegseth's book in June and said that if he won the election, "The woke stuff will be gone within a period of 24 hours. I can tell you."
Hegseth supports removing women from combat roles in the military, <a href="https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/pete-hegseth-defense-secretary-trump-women-military-b2646325.html">according</a> to The Independent. 
Why it Matters: Trump&#8217;s selection of Hegseth surprised many Wall Street observers, <a href="https://www.barrons.com/amp/articles/trump-defense-secretary-pete-hegseth-stocks-d9af9d58">according</a> to Barron&#8217;s. The television host was not on the radar of research analysts.
Trump announced plans Tuesday to appoint Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to form the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/24/11/41931503/trump-forms-doge-with-elon-musk-and-vivek-ramaswamy-at-the-helm-will-it-impact-tesla-ceos-role-at-the-ev-giant-and-spacex">&#8220;Department of Government Efficiency,&#8221;</a> aimed to &#8220;cut wasteful expenditures.&#8221; 
The sprawling U.S. military complex, which now <a href="https://fiscaldata.treasury.gov/americas-finance-guide/federal-spending/">comprises</a> 13% of the federal budget at nearly $1 trillion, has been unable to pass an independent audit for the last six years, <a href="https://www.reuters.com/world/us/pentagon-fails-audit-sixth-year-row-2023-11-16/">according</a> to Reuters.
Wall Street is apparently not worried that Musk and Ramaswamy will gut military spending to federal contractors. The iShares US Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ITA#BATS">ITA</a>) has risen over 7% since Trump&#8217;s election win. General Dynamics Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GD#NYSE">GD</a>), Lockheed Martin Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>) and Rtx Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RTX#NYSE">RTX</a>) have posted gains in that period.
What&#8217;s Next: Several Democratic Party politicians <a href="https://x.com/SenWarren/status/1856502912551158049">including</a> Senator Elizabeth Warren voiced disapproval of Trump&#8217;s pick, citing Hegseth&#8217;s lack of experience. The &#8220;Fox &amp; Friends&#8221; anchor will face a confirmation hearing in the Senate following Trump&#8217;s inauguration.
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Trump's Surprise Defense Secretary Pick Pete Hegseth Jolts Wall Street

Republicans are set to maintain control of the House of Representatives with a narrow margin, marking a new era as President-elect Donald Trump heads back <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/donald-trump">to the White House. </a>
With control of Congress locked up Wednesday, Trump and his allies are poised to enact changes across various sectors, from tax reforms to potential deregulations, as the party mobilizes to advance its agenda across Washington, NBC News <a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2024-election/republicans-win-house-majority-trump-party-senate-control-rcna179231">reports</a>.
What Happened: Following a decisive win over Vice President Kamala Harris, Trump&#8217;s victory helped secure key congressional seats that kept Republicans in command of the House and the Senate. This sweeping Republican control creates a dynamic environment where Trump can enact his policy objectives with minimal opposition, positioning the party to reshape American policy on multiple fronts.
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) celebrated the victory on Capitol Hill, emphasizing the unity and optimism he expects to define the next two years of governance. Key GOP gains in swing districts across Pennsylvania and Michigan helped solidify Republican dominance, despite Democrat efforts to regain control, according to NBC News.
With this control, Trump's team may pursue reforms involving tax cuts, health care changes, and immigration policy adjustments aimed at fulfilling the promises for which he campaigned. Republicans will also be in a position to use "reconciliation," a procedural tool allowing legislation to pass more easily without relying on Democratic support.
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Why It Matters: The GOP's full leadership signals potential market shifts as Republicans focus on deregulation and reshaping economic policy. 
Analysts expect changes in sustainable investment strategies under Trump's leadership. JPMorgan's Virgina Martin Heriz highlighted that while some Inflation Reduction Act incentives for clean energy might stay, others, like electric vehicle tax credits, could face cuts. &#8220;Fund performance matters far more than politics,&#8221; she said, underlining that financial gains may drive <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/24/11/41926301/sustainable-investment-under-trump-performance-matters-far-more-than-politics-jpmorgan-analyst-says">decisions in renewable energy.</a>
In light of these changes, certain sectors may see pronounced impacts:
Energy Sector Growth: With a pro-energy agenda, traditional oil and gas firms could thrive under reduced regulations. 
<ul>
<li>ETF to Watch: Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>), tracking companies like Exxon Mobil (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOM#NYSE">XOM</a>) and Chevron (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVX#NYSE">CVX</a>), may benefit from policies aimed at fossil fuel expansion.</li>
</ul>
Financial Sector Deregulation: Reduced oversight in the financial sector could benefit banks and investment firms. 
<ul>
<li>ETF to Watch: Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLF#NYSE">XLF</a>), which includes firms such as JPMorgan Chase (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>) and Bank of America (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</a>).</li>
</ul>
Defense and Infrastructure Investment: Increased defense and infrastructure spending could benefit contractors. 
<ul>
<li>ETF to Watch: iShares U.S. Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ITA#NYSE">ITA</a>), with major holdings like Lockheed Martin (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>) and Raytheon Technologies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RTX#NYSE">RTX</a>).</li>
</ul>
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Lockheed Martin has successfully integrated the Q-53 multi-mission radar (MMR) with Anduril's Lattice Command and Control (C2) environment during the U.S. Central Command Desert Guardian exercise held at Fort Drum earlier this month. Desert Guardian is part of a set of exercises aimed at filling key gaps in its ability to detect and track drone threats.

Lockheed Martin And Anduril Join Forces To Successfully Detect And Track Drone Threats In Middle East

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Live On CNBC, Jim Lebenthal Announces Bought More Lockheed Martin

On CNBC's &#8220;<a href="https://www.cnbc.com/video/2024/11/11/final-trades-salesforce-lockheed-martin-interactive-brokers-and-the-ijr.html">Halftime Report Final Trades</a>,&#8221; Rob Sechan of NewEdge Wealth named Salesforce, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRM#NYSE">CRM</a>) as <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/24/11/41857054/salesforce-shares-are-trading-higher-today-what-you-need-to-know">his final trade.</a>
The company, last week, revealed plans to hire over 1,000 employees to support the sales push for its new AI product, Agentforce, which targets the growing demand for AI-driven automation across various business functions
Jim Lebenthal of Cerity Partners picked Lockheed Martin Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>), saying the world will still be a violent place. &#8220;I know our incoming President [Donald Trump] has the noble goals of curtailing a lot of military activity overseas. I'm not sure it's really in his power,&#8221; he added.
On Oct. 29, Barclays analyst David Strauss maintained Lockheed Martin with an Equal-Weight and raised the price target from $505 to $565.
Don't forget to check out our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premarket/">premarket coverage here</a>
Anastasia Amoroso of iCapital picked iShares Core S&amp;P Small-Cap ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IJR#NYSE">IJR</a>), saying it's not too late to add to small caps.
Joseph M. Terranova of Virtus Investment Partners said Interactive Brokers Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBKR#NASDAQ">IBKR</a>) is the best performing financials stock for them.
On Oct. 15, Interactive Brokers reported quarterly earnings of $1.75 per share, which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $1.82. Quarterly revenue of $1.33 billion met the analyst consensus estimate and is an increase over revenue of $1.15 billion from the same period last year.
Price Action:
<ul>
<li>Salesforce shares gained 6.1% to close at $341.73 during Monday's session.</li>
<li>Lockheed Martin shares rose 1.1% to settle at $570.58 during Monday's session.</li>
<li>iShares Core S&amp;P Small-Cap ETF gained 1.6% during Monday's session.</li>
<li>Interactive Brokers shares gained 5.7% to close at $179.49 on Monday.</li>
</ul>
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Salesforce, Lockheed Martin, Interactive Brokers And More On CNBC's 'Final Trades'

Lockheed Martin Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>) shares nudged up by 1.07% on Monday as reports emerged that Taiwan might be loading up on U.S. defense tech, with Lockheed's Aegis destroyer and F-35 fighter jets at <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LMT/news">the top of the list</a>. 
This potential <a href="https://www.tipranks.com/news/lockheed-martin-lmt-stock-rises-on-news-of-taiwan-defense-purchase">purchase</a> aligns with Taiwan&#8217;s move to show its defense commitment amid rising tensions with China, a sentiment that resonates with the U.S.'s call for allies to step up their defense investments.
Taiwan is also looking to buy Patriot missiles from RTX Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RTX#NYSE">RTX</a>) and Northrop Grumman Corp's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOC#NYSE">NOC</a>) E-2D Advanced Hawkeye radar systems, underscoring its efforts to bolster self-defense.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Lockheed Expands Horizons With New AI Defense Partnerships</h2>
Beyond traditional defense tech, Lockheed is <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/41735903">diving into AI</a> with new partnerships alongside Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>), Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), and Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>). 
Meta recently committed to making its open-source Llama AI models available for defense uses, working with Lockheed and others to integrate AI into national security applications. 
This expansion hints at Lockheed's strategic shift toward high-tech defense solutions, aligning with modern security demands.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Eye On Korea: Lockheed's Bid For CH-53K Choppers Deal</h2>
On the global front, Lockheed's Sikorsky unit is in the running for a multibillion-dollar <a href="https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/nation/2024/11/113_386184.html">contract </a>to supply heavy-lift CH-53K helicopters to South Korea, <a href="https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/nation/2024/11/113_386184.html">reported</a> TheKoreaTimes. 
This special ops chopper could find a new home in South Korea's military by 2031, though it's up against Boeing Co's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>) CH-47F in a closely watched competition.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">LMT Stock Chart Signals For Bulls &amp; Bears</h2>
Despite the bullish news, the charts show a mixed outlook for LMT stock. 
<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent111224&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="627" height="452" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/12060829/Screenshot-2024-11-12-at-4.38.18-PM.png" alt="" class="wp-image-642499" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/12060829/Screenshot-2024-11-12-at-4.38.18-PM.png 627w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/12060829/Screenshot-2024-11-12-at-4.38.18-PM-300x216.png 300w" sizes="(max-width: 627px) 100vw, 627px" /></a></figure>
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent111224&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Chart created using Benzinga Pro</a>
Trading at $570.58, LMT stock is above its eight, 20 and 200-day SMAs (simple moving averages), which signal strong support. 
However, the 50-day SMA, sitting at $578.05, shows slight selling pressure. 
The MACD (moving average convergence/divergence) reading of a negative 8.02 flags a potential downturn, while an RSI (relative strength index) of 51.57 signals a neutral stance, neither overbought nor oversold.
So, while Lockheed Martin has reason to celebrate with defense contracts and high-tech moves, investors might want to watch for potential pullbacks before jumping in.
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Lockheed's Global Defense Expansion Drives Gains, While Technicals Hint At Pause

Palantir Technologies Inc.&#8216;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>) market capitalization has exceeded that of traditional defense industry leader Lockheed Martin Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>), marking a significant shift in the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/41871055/jeff-bezos-backed-anthropic-ai-startup-to-partner-with-palantir-and-aws-for-us-defense-following-meta-and-microsoft">defense and technology sector landscape</a>.
What Happened: The data analytics company&#8217;s market value reached $137.17 billion, surpassing Lockheed Martin&#8217;s $135.25 billion, reflecting Palantir&#8217;s growth in artificial intelligence and data analytics within modern defense and security 
Palantir stock reached an all-time high at $60.24 on Monday, with its stock up 263.33% year-to-date, pushing its market capitalization to $137.17 billion, surpassing Lockheed Martin&#8217;s $135.25 billion. Lockheed Martin's stock has risen 25.09% to $570.58 in 2024, according to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">data from Benzinga Pro</a>.
The stark difference in valuation metrics between the two companies highlights their distinct market positions. Palantir trades at a premium price-to-earnings ratio of 304.78. Meanwhile, Lockheed Martin maintains a more traditional defense industry P/E ratio of 20.64.
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Why It Matters: This development underscores Palantir&#8217;s meteoric rise in the market, reflecting its growing influence. This surge in market cap comes on the heels of a series of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/41871055/jeff-bezos-backed-anthropic-ai-startup-to-partner-with-palantir-and-aws-for-us-defense-following-meta-and-microsoft">strategic moves by Palantir</a>, including its partnership with Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) and Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) for U.S. defense initiatives.
Additionally, Palantir&#8217;s strong financial performance, with a 30% year-over-year increase in total revenue and a 39% growth in customer count, has <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/11/41732827/messi-of-ai-wall-street-analyst-gushes-over-robust-earnings-from-palantir">been lauded by analysts</a>, with Wedbush analyst Dan Ives calling the company &#8220;The Messi of AI.&#8221;
Meanwhile, Lockheed Martin has been making <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/11/41735903/meta-amazon-microsoft-partner-on-defense-ai-initiative">strategic moves of its own</a>, such as partnering with Meta, Amazon, and Microsoft for a defense AI initiative and reporting a strong free cash flow of $2.1 billion in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/10/41505464/lockheed-martin-analyst-spotlights-revenue-free-cash-flow-cautious-about-conservati">the third quarter</a>.
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A Trump presidency<a href="https://europeancapitalinsights.substack.com/p/europe-frets-about-recession-after?r=3nmatg"> has raised concern in Europe that a new round</a> of tariffs under his <a href="https://www.euronews.com/business/2024/11/04/how-much-could-trumps-tariffs-damage-europes-economy">administration will cause a economic recession</a> in Europe.
A trade war during Trump's four-year term would also increase the probability of the European Central Bank (ECB) cutting rates faster to spur growth. Analysts issued pessimistic outlooks for European economic growth after Trump won the election.
On election day, the US dollar rallied sharply, sending the euro to a four-month low and boosting Bitcoin by 10% to a record high. 
European stocks exposed to the US have already shown their vulnerability. A Barclays basket of 28 <a href="https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/europe-trump-win-outlook-trade-war-tariff-crypto-djt-election-2024-10">European stocks sensitive to US tariffs</a> has underperformed the broader STOXX600 index by 15% this year.
<figure class="wp-block-image is-resized"><img decoding="async" src="https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXct8vnUjY-sPthKAo54TyYzmMYbFqSL4UEAYKQ92gAtCRQgUelVyEGMtqrSv5-U9J6NvK7t574p40MtP_A5qNqhIcmcpalKh6Mo9wsCHR4vajc8gXwstW6pEO71UptWP9JJCG9DNX2_i2uFfEmKYzcnqF5rE03Y8J96wUCGAoSoj95B14a5yVE?key=heoBp3pffbhAPsc75vkVjtPK" alt="" style="width:624px" /></figure>
European stocks vulnerable to Trump tariffs, Source: Barclays Equity Research&nbsp;
&#8220;Tariff concerns have been a drag on EU equities&#8217; relative performance year-to-date,&#8221; Barclays analysts led by Emmanuel Cau wrote in a note on October 23. A basket of European stocks at risk of Trump tariffs declined compared to those geared toward Democrat policies.&nbsp;
<figure class="wp-block-image is-resized"><img decoding="async" src="https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXfLgvwadHYOazAM9Zi-a21uG9w7SBpC9fl_QTuUaoa3Zmta_kqPhfkbiEU1xgFnSvUYlS6ptCm16qeL0eKpnr4tl4Pj77Qz28PN6Gn4NPCI-aS736Rq-lP9TRf94MPI5aXAeKN_myLiVpshQNhbRPYpEacxegs_pBRx9iSN?key=heoBp3pffbhAPsc75vkVjtPK" alt="" style="width:624px" /></figure>
European stocks sensitive to Trump fall, Source: <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-11-06/european-stock-futures-drop-over-tariff-worries-as-trump-leads?srnd=phx-fixed-income">Bloomberg</a>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Trump Presidency Could Impact Europe's GDP</h3>
The European Union (EU) will need to confront the reality of a much different relationship with its largest trading partner from January 20. Previous <a href="https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2024/10/24/would-donald-trumps-trade-tariffs-hurt-europe">tariffs on 6.4 billion in EU steel and aluminum</a>, alongside threats on automotive imports, have shown how US protectionism can reverberate through European economies.&nbsp;
Trump&#8217;s potential trade policies in 2025, including a proposed 10% to 20% <a href="https://www.ft.com/content/c0f1d1b9-8348-4b7d-8ab7-186fcf2ebbd1">tariff on European goods</a>, pose a substantial threat to European growth. Following Trump&#8217;s win, Goldman Sachs <a href="https://www.ft.com/content/783a573c-7ff3-461c-86f5-f194a89e3926">downgraded Europe's growth</a> for 2025 from 1.1% to 0.8%, citing limited European auto exports.
The German economic institute IW believes the <a href="https://www.reuters.com/markets/europe/trump-presidency-could-deal-heavy-blow-germanys-flagging-economy-2024-10-24/">Eurozone&#8217;s GDP could decline by 1.5%</a> in 2027 and 2028. Goldman Sachs expects a 1% reduction if a 10% universal tariff is implemented instead.
Historically, Trump&#8217;s tariffs have hampered European growth due to steep declines in exports, a trend that could repeat. Major exports to the US accounted for ~90% of all European transatlantic exports in 2023 to €502.3 billion, European Commission (EC) data showed.&nbsp;
<figure class="wp-block-image is-resized"><img decoding="async" src="https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXcvDK80Z1hUJyXyvBBoAMMZeFNr-xIVF1HOlXtj5f6tyZXetVpHGPs9afu43LAEz62sGA2rBTRYFExGxZIpot6NEMoR9FSz8MZpQOWeaegFSiq-af0hbjlqRKJQcifBBKtRYdpvm-brz9WvSj6543imX5QpjbXn9iE8MSyrl2c9XKSTRVJvkWo?key=heoBp3pffbhAPsc75vkVjtPK" alt="" style="width:624px" /></figure>
EU trade with the US by product, Source: European Commission
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Trump Presidency Could Cause Eurozone GDP Loos</h3>
The blow to the Eurozone from a potential 1.5% GDP reduction could translate to a €260 billion loss on an estimated GDP of €17.4 trillion for 2024. This is over half the entire transatlantic exports registered in 2023.
"The direct effects and the indirect effects and the <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-11-06/ecb-s-guindos-warns-of-huge-implications-of-trump-tariff-plans">deviations of commerce will be huge</a>, ECB Vice-President and French central bank head Francois Villeroy said on Wednesday.
Even the lower end of the proposed tariffs would compel ECB policymakers to cut rates more aggressively in 2025 if Trump implements his economic policies. Sven Jari Stehn of Goldman Sachs said in a note on Wednesday that he expects the ECB to cut an additional quarter-point in July.
&#8220;The American election must sound like <a href="https://www.reuters.com/markets/ecbs-villeroy-trump-election-means-more-risks-world-economy-2024-11-06/">a wakeup call for Europe</a>,&#8221; Villeroy said.&nbsp;
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Germany At Greater Risk From Trump Presidency</h3>
Nations with large trade surpluses with the US face significant risks from policies that have strained transatlantic economic relationships in the past.&nbsp;
&#8220;Half of Germany&#8217;s growth always comes from exports and if you look at what&#8217;s going on in the world, you have to say that this pillar is under attack,&#8221; Germany's Economy Minister Robert Habeck said in October.&nbsp;
Germany exported over €157.7 billion of goods to the US in 2023. However, exports to the US contracted by 0.3% amid slowing demand and geopolitical escalation.&nbsp;
<figure class="wp-block-image is-resized"><img decoding="async" src="https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXcunKZmSO2PXjTxoH5i3tumZTnE67LZaCy7n4plCOQCM-KaRa1NuHKfI4lwpeo7MwLbb0Aqn3RC9uLnOkJStOR3w4q2RuS55tghIU6m7QH1DLzfjJN5JdP3W4yQjJtarOqVnK06z5h7keeKLRkVAAEVOWJuwmL_gOl6HSiH65l3dYNqP9_E8Tc?key=heoBp3pffbhAPsc75vkVjtPK" alt="" style="width:624px" /></figure>
Germany Exports to the US, 2012-2023, Source: Tradingeconomics
Dirk Schumacher, head of European macro research at Natixis Corporate &amp; Investment Banking Germany, says a 10% tariff increase could reduce Germany&#8217;s GDP by approximately 0.5%. A study by the Hans Boeckler Foundation macroeconomic institute suggests a <a href="https://www.reuters.com/markets/europe/trump-presidency-could-deal-heavy-blow-germanys-flagging-economy-2024-10-24/">1% GDP erosion by 2026 if Trump implemented a 20% tarif</a>f.&nbsp;
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Germany Is Only G7 Nation Without Growth For Two Years</h3>
Germany remains the only G7 nation that has <a href="https://www.euronews.com/business/2023/07/30/germany-expected-to-be-only-major-economy-not-to-grow-this-year">failed to grow for two years</a> due to higher energy prices, borrowing costs, and a slow rebound in China. Europe&#8217;s largest economy would suffer if its largest trading partner reduced output and imposed tariffs on China.
<figure class="wp-block-image is-resized"><img decoding="async" src="https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXfbVgaykBooXaV2_V2tFat4uPtjSxEtqJGbs1aXsckrchdNTyahnrivFRGcxzAeLoaUgFZv01KIV-g8Yk9HsuFFKgTBaSOSnOMknWvtj2G33RbD160IYtL7hnpn4l8SEaHdqM7rlcRtquZTqdr_AIIQEqM4qaXq4XQsubxXGLI35Dt86aCL_ds?key=heoBp3pffbhAPsc75vkVjtPK" alt="" style="width:624px" /></figure>
German Exports to China, 2020-2024, Source: <a href="https://www.ceicdata.com/en/germany/trade-statistics-by-country/exports-china">CEIC</a>
&#8220;Germany isn&#8217;t going to be bailed out by a restoration of growth in China," Jacob Funk Kirkegaard, senior fellow at Bruegel and the Peterson Institute for International Economics, told Reuters.
An Ifo study found that German exports to China and the US could fall by 9.6% and 14.9% in a full-scale trade war scenario in which the US imposes a 60% tariff on Chinese goods. Pharmaceutical and car exports would be hit the hardest, down 35% and 32%, the Ifo said.
Trump's tariffs would substantially trim European exports to the US, possibly creating a cycle of retaliation.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Swift Retaliatory Action From Europe</h3>
Nigel Green, CEO of deVere Group, believes that Trump's presidency would initiate a new trade war with Europe but sounded the alarm of swift retaliation.&nbsp;
"The market is <a href="https://www.financialmirror.com/2024/10/29/trump-trade-war-with-europe-would-hurt-us-stocks/">underestimating the risk of swift European retaliation</a> and the pressure this could place on key American stocks," he said.
Retaliatory measures could hit US earnings in the S&amp;P 500 by 1.5% next year. However, European stocks exposed to US tariffs could plunge as much as 7%, according to Barclays.&nbsp;
&#8220;In the event of a full-blown trade war, we could see up to a high single-digit drag on EPS growth with Germany," Barclays' head of European equity strategy, Emmanuel Cau, said. However, Goldman Sachs believes that a 1% GDP loss, if transported, would erase EPS growth for 2025.
Certain European sectors could still gain from a Trump presidency.&nbsp;
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Defense Will Benefit From Trump Presidency&nbsp;</h3>
In addition to the energy sector, defense companies could see increased demand from European nations under a Trump Presidency. He is likely to push them to increase their NATO defense spending.&nbsp;
Earlier in 2024, <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/2024/feb/14/nato-chief-rebukes-donald-trump-and-announces-record-defence-spending">he threatened to "not protect"</a> any alliance members that failed to ramp up their defense spending to the 2% GDP target.&nbsp;
Following the warning, NATO claimed that more than 18 members would <a href="https://www.euractiv.com/section/defence-and-security/news/nato-says-18-members-will-reach-2-spending-target-this-year/">surpass the 2% target </a>this year. The number of allies meeting or exceeding the target soared to 23 this year, prompting <a href="https://breakingdefense.com/2024/10/trump-wants-nato-to-hit-3-percent-gdp-on-defense-the-us-could-fall-short/">Trump to raise the bar to 3% of GDP</a>.&nbsp;
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NATO members&#8217; defense expenditure as a share of GDP, 2024e, Source: <a href="https://www.nato.int/nato_static_fl2014/assets/pdf/2024/6/pdf/240617-def-exp-2024-en.pdf">NATO</a>
After taking office, Mark Rutte, the new Secretary General of NATO, said, &#8220;thanks to Trump&#8221; NATO increased defense spending. In Europe, <a href="https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/7/11/how-much-does-each-nato-country-spend-in-2024">Poland doubled the defense spending target</a> at 4.12% and Estonia by 3.43%, followed by Latvia and Greece.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">European Stocks For Trump Presidency</h3>
Poland, Estonia, Latvia, and Greece have been increasing their defense spending and primarily source military equipment from a combination of US and European defense contractors.&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.nationaldefensemagazine.org/articles/2024/9/24/politics-of-war-color-polands-record-defense-spending#:~:text=Poland's%20recent%20procurement%20deals%20with,loan%20agreement%20announced%20in%20July.">Poland agreed to buy 32 F-35 jets, Apache helicopters and Abrams tanks</a> made by American companies Lockheed Martin (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>)  and Boeing (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>) and <a href="https://www.defensenews.com/global/europe/2024/03/05/saab-wins-polish-mega-order-for-carl-gustaf-recoilless-rifles/">signed a contract with Saab </a>(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAABF#OTC">SAABF</a>) earlier in the year to supply ammunition, training equipment, and recoilless rifles. It also awaits delivery of Raytehon's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RTX#NYSE">RTX</a>) LTAMDS radars for its Patriot systems. 
Estonia has<a href="https://www.defensenews.com/global/europe/2023/06/13/estonias-global-arms-buying-spree-seeks-drastic-combat-gains/"> existing ties</a> with Germany&#8217;s Rheinmetall (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RNMBY#OTC">RNMBY</a>), <a href="https://eng.lsm.lv/article/society/defense/04.07.2024-latvia-currently-in-natos-top-four-on-defense-spending.a560311/">Latvia with LMT</a> and <a href="https://www.airforce-technology.com/news/greece-orders-additional-rafale-jets/">Greece with French manufacturer</a> Dassault Aviation (OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DUAVF#OTC">DUAVF</a>), along with LMT, <a href="https://www.naval-technology.com/news/us-approves-sale-of-mmsc-ships-greece/?cf-view">BAE Systems </a>(OTC:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAESY#OTC">BAESY</a>)<a href="https://www.naval-technology.com/news/us-approves-sale-of-mmsc-ships-greece/?cf-view"> and repair leader VSE </a>(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VSEC#NASDAQ">VSEC</a>).
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Among the industries set to gain most from the reelection of Donald Trump as US president, commercial space may be on the cusp of a new era of innovation.
In his first term, Trump made "<a href="https://spacepolicyonline.com/news/what-will-a-second-trump-term-mean-for-space-policy/">pretty dramatic</a>" space policy moves: He created the US Armed Forces' Space Force; he reestablished Space Command to take charge of military operations in space; and he helped kickstart NASA's program to return humans to the Moon.
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His second term could go further: One of Trump's biggest donors and supporters this cycle has been Elon Musk —&nbsp;his rocket company SpaceX already has multibillion-dollar contracts with NASA and other federal agencies, and could feasibly win far more over the next four years.
And, if Trump's <a href="https://www.semafor.com/newsletter/11/06/2024/semafor-tech-its-elon-musks-world">pledge to let Musk</a> cut costs out of the government comes to pass, Musk could erode some of the regulatory procedures that he argues are holding up SpaceX's development of a rocket to take humans and cargo to Mars.
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin, one of SpaceX's top rivals for NASA contracts, could also stand to gain. Company executives reportedly met with Trump just before Bezos' paper The Washington Post <a href="https://www.semafor.com/article/10/27/2024/rivals-scramble-to-react-to-washington-post-endorsement-crisis">canceled a planned endorsement</a> of Kamala Harris. After Trump won, Bezos <a href="https://x.com/JeffBezos/status/1854184441511571765">congratulated</a> the Republican on his victory, while the head of Blue Origin hailed his reelection as "<a href="https://x.com/davill/status/1854187755267555432">exciting times for space exploration</a>."

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Invesco has unveiled a new series of thematic exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that focus on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and defense sectors. These funds aim to leverage emerging trends within these industries.
What Happened: The newly introduced ETFs, named Invesco Artificial Intelligence Enablers, Cybersecurity, and Defence Innovation Ucits, are based on benchmarks crafted by Kensho, a division of S&amp;P Global Indices. Kensho utilizes natural language processing to pinpoint companies with significant involvement in each theme, categorizing them into &#8220;core&#8221; and &#8220;non-core&#8221; groups, Financial Times<a href="https://www.ft.com/content/476d3e81-cbd2-4484-8fb5-4a074dcaa97c"> reported</a> on Thursday.
As per Invesco, core companies generate a substantial portion of their revenue from products and services aligned with these themes, while non-core companies provide essential inputs without focusing on end products. The AI enablers strategy targets firms advancing AI technology and infrastructure, whereas the cybersecurity ETF invests in companies protecting enterprises from unauthorized electronic access. The defense fund provides exposure to companies developing advanced weapons and defensive systems
Here are a few ETFs and how they fared in the past year, as per <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>:
Artificial Intelligence
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<li>iShares U.S. Technology ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ITW#NYSE">ITW</a>) increased 45.40% over the year with holdings like Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) and Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>).</li>
<li>Fidelity MSCI Information Technology Index ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FTEC#NYSE">FTEC</a>), with similar exposure, rose 43.17%.</li>
<li>First Trust Dow Jones Internet Index Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FTX#NYSE">FTX</a>), which gives exposure to Meta Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>), Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NFLX#NASDAQ">NFLX</a>), increased 45.59%.</li>
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Cybersecurity
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<li>First Trust NASDAQ Cybersecurity ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CIBR#NASDAQ">CIBR</a>) increased 38.08%. Its holdings include Cisco Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSCO#NASDAQ">CSCO</a>), CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRWD#NASDAQ">CRWD</a>) and Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>).</li>
<li>Amplify Cybersecurity ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HACK#NYSE">HACK</a>) rose 39.57%. Along with Broadcom, and Cisco, the ETF&#8217;s major holdings also include Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PANW#NASDAQ">PANW</a>), and General Dynamics Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GD#NYSE">GD</a>).</li>
<li>iShares Cybersecurity &amp; Tech ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IHAK#NYSE">IHAK</a>) with exposure to companies such as SentinelOne, Inc. Class A (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/S#NYSE">S</a>), and Fortinet, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FTNT#NASDAQ">FTNT</a>), rose 33.95%.</li>
</ul>
Defense
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<li>iShares US Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ITA#BATS">ITA</a>) with exposure to companies such as General Electric (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GE#NYSE">GE</a>) and RTX Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RTX#NYSE">RTX</a>) increased 33.86%.</li>
<li>Invesco Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PPA#NYSE">PPA</a>) with exposure to companies such as Boeing Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>) and Lockheed Martin Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>) increased by 43.05%.</li>
<li>SPDR S&amp;P Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XAR#NYSE">XAR</a>) was up by 34.86%. It gives exposure to Axon Enterprise, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXN#NASDAQ">AXN</a>), L3Harris Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LHX#NYSE">LHX</a>).</li>
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Why It Matters: The launch of these ETFs by Invesco comes at a time when thematic investing is<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/11/41713236/donald-trumps-return-to-white-house-could-propel-these-etfs-to-new-highs"> gaining traction among investors</a> looking to capitalize on specific industry trends. The focus on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and defense aligns with growing global interest in these areas, driven by technological advancements and increasing security concerns.
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Invesco Launches New ETFs Targeting AI, Cybersecurity, And Defense. Here's How Some Of Their Peers Have Performed In The Past Year

Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) announced it will make its open-source Llama artificial intelligence models available to U.S. government agencies working on national security and defense applications, marking a significant expansion of the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/11/41734318/mark-zuckerbergs-nuclear-powered-ai-ambitions-at-meta-stung-by-rare-bees">technology&#8217;s authorized use cases</a>.
The social media giant is partnering with major government contractors and technology firms including Amazon.com Inc.&#8216;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) Amazon Web Services, Lockheed Martin Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>), Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), Oracle Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>), and Palantir Technologies Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>) to implement these AI models across various defense initiatives.
&#8220;As an American company, and one that owes its success in no small part to the entrepreneurial spirit and democratic values the United States upholds, Meta wants to play its part to support the safety, security and economic prosperity of America – and of its closest allies too,&#8221; said Nick Clegg, President of Global Affairs at Meta.
Several contractors have already begun implementing Llama in their operations:
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<li>Oracle is using the technology to improve aircraft maintenance by helping technicians diagnose problems more quickly</li>
<li>Scale AI is fine-tuning the model for national security missions and identifying potential vulnerabilities</li>
<li>Lockheed Martin has integrated Llama into its AI Factory for code generation and data analysis</li>
<li>Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure are hosting the models on secure cloud platforms for sensitive government data</li>
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See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/11/41734875/palantirs-ai-gamble-pays-off-as-customer-revenue-from-single-customer-jumps-12x-in-under-8-month">Palantir&#8217;s AI Gamble Pays Off As Customer Revenue From Single Customer Jumps 12x In Under 8 Months — Alex Karp Quips: &#8216;We Should Just Go Home&#8217;</a>
Why It Matters: Meta emphasized that making Llama available for defense applications aligns with U.S. interests in the global AI race, particularly as nations like China invest heavily in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/top-stories/24/11/41718416/exclusive-top-20-most-searched-tickers-on-benzinga-pro-in-october-2024-where-do-tesla-nvidia-apple-d">developing their own open-source models</a>.
The company noted that large language models can support various aspects of national security, including streamlining logistics, tracking terrorist financing, and strengthening cyber defenses.
Beyond military applications, Meta highlighted broader public sector benefits, with Deloitte implementing Llama-based solutions for government agencies and nonprofits to improve public service delivery in areas such as education and energy.
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All eyes are focused on the upcoming U.S. presidential election, with several indicators suggesting a tight race between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald J. Trump. However, a<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/11/41702887/harris-takes-lead-in-red-state-iowa-in-shock-poll"> shocking poll</a> result in Iowa may have significant implications for the race and thus for the broader geopolitical paradigm.
According to pollster Ann Selzer of the Des Moines Register, Harris leads Trump 47% to 44% among likely voters. As Benzinga staff writer Bibhu Pattnaik mentioned, the significance is that "Trump held a four-point lead in the same poll in September – and led President Joe Biden by 18 points before Biden quit the race."
To be fair, another Iowa poll conducted by Emerson College Polling/RealClearDefense showed that Trump is leading Harris by 10 percentage points. Therefore, the Trump campaign dismissed the Des Moines Register/Mediacom survey as an "outlier poll."
Nevertheless, Selzer commands a<a href="https://www.newsweek.com/who-ann-selzer-iowa-poll-kamala-harris-1979294"> strong</a> reputation, having made controversial calls that later turned out to be correct. These calls included correctly predicting Trump's win in Iowa in 2016 and 2020. If the pollster turns out to be correct once more, investors may want to turn their attention to the geopolitical realm.
Harris has maintained the Biden administration's strong support of Ukraine in its efforts to expel Russia's invasion. At the same time, the vice president has<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/40811624/kamala-harris-slams-donald-trump-over-friendship-with-russian-president-a-dictator-who-would-eat-you"> also blasted Trump</a> for his "friendship" with Russian president Vladimir Putin. Should Harris win on Tuesday, it's probable that every effort would be made to provide lethal aid to Ukraine. Cynically, this push would likely bolster the defense industry.
The DFEN ETF: Investors willing to speculate on an electoral victory for the Democrats may consider the Direxion Daily Aerospace &amp; Defense Bull 3X Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DFEN#NYSE">DFEN</a>). A highly leveraged exchange-traded fund, DFEN seeks the daily investment results of 300% of the performance of the Dow Jones U.S. Select Aerospace &amp; Defense Index.
Under the DFEN fund are leading defense contractors, such as RTX Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RTX#NYSE">RTX</a>) and Lockheed Martin Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>). However, the ETF also includes companies that are tied to civilian aerospace infrastructure, particularly General Electric Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GE#NYSE">GE</a>) — which conducts business under GE Aerospace — and Boeing Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>).
However, it should be noted that leveraged ETFs are incredibly risky. Further, investors should not hold a position for longer than one day. Otherwise, the daily compounding of volatility could lead to value erosion over time.
The DFEN Chart: Although DFEN predictably encountered significant choppiness, the overall picture has been bullish, with the fund gaining 34% on a year-to-date basis.
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<li>The defense-focused ETF saw a noticeable pop higher on Monday off the back of the aforementioned Iowa poll.</li>
<li>It's also interesting to note that DFEN began showing signs of life after President Joe Biden dropped out of the race, allowing Harris to shine.</li>
<li>Nevertheless, investors should watch the broadening wedge formation that has developed since July, which may have bearish implications.</li>
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Lockheed Martin (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 3.62% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 11.95%. Currently, Lockheed Martin has a market capitalization of $128.66 billion. 
Buying $1000 In LMT: If an investor had bought $1000 of LMT stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $9,623.39 today based on a price of $547.40 for LMT at the time of writing.
<h3>Lockheed Martin's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
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Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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Barclays analyst David Strauss maintains Lockheed Martin (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $505 to $565.

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On Monday, Cathie Wood&#8217;s Ark Invest made significant trades in Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), Robinhood Markets Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOOD#NASDAQ">HOOD</a>), Block Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SQ#NYSE">SQ</a>), Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>), Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>), Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) and Palantir Technologies Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>). These trades were part of a series of transactions carried out by Ark Invest&#8217;s various ETFs.
The Amazon Trade
Ark Invest&#8217;s ARK Innovation ETF (NYSE; ARKK) and ARK Next Generation Internet ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKW#NYSE">ARKW</a>) purchased a substantial 141,504 shares of Amazon.com Inc. This transaction was valued at $26.65 million based on Amazon&#8217;s closing price of $188.39 on Monday. This move comes after a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/10/41340022/amazon-analyst-expects-q3-earnings-with-revenue-growth-margin-expansion-relative-st">Goldman Sachs analyst&#8217;s prediction</a> of a solid mix of revenue growth and operating margin expansion for the e-commerce giant in its third-quarter financial results.
The Robinhood Trade
On the same day, Ark Invest&#8217;s Ark Fintech Innovation ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKF#NYSE">ARKF</a>) fund sold 7,555 shares of Robinhood Markets Inc. The transaction was valued at $210.633. On Monday Robinhood stock closed 3% higher at $27.88.This decision followed a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/10/41525589/robinhoods-crypto-strategy-hits-sweet-spot-for-dominating-future-investment-landscape-bern">Bernstein report</a> that highlighted Robinhood&#8217;s potential to become the leading cryptocurrency investment platform in the future, thanks to its diverse offering of 15 crypto tokens. Notably, the world&#8217;s apex cryptocurrency Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/24/10/41590577/bitcoin-breaks-70k-ethereum-and-dogecoin-rise-amid-stock-rally-ahead-of-mag-7-earnings-ana">surged past the $70,000 mark</a> on Monday. 
The Square Trade
Ark Invest&#8217;s ARKK and ARKW funds sold a combined total of 418,556 shares of Block Inc. The transaction was valued at $31.2 million based on the stock&#8217;s closing price of $74.48 on Monday. This trade occurred despite <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/08/40138790/block-inc-earns-analyst-praise-q2-results-showcase-cash-app-growth-strategic-innova">analyst praise</a> for the company&#8217;s second-quarter results, which showcased growth in its Cash App and strategic innovations.
The AMD Trade
Ark Invest&#8217;s ARK Space Exploration &amp; Innovation ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARKX#BATS">ARKX</a>) fund purchased 10,199 shares of Advanced Micro Devices Inc worth $1.63 million. This move comes as AMD is set to report its third-quarter earnings, with Wall Street expecting 92 cents in EPS and $6.71 billion in revenues. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/technicals/24/10/41586844/amd-q3-earnings-on-deck-mixed-signals-on-charts-as-ai-server-gains-take-focus">According to Benzinga</a>, the stock has seen a 65.19% increase over the past year and a 14.65% increase year-to-date.
The Meta Platforms Trade
Ark Invest&#8217;s ARKK and ARKW funds bought 22,175 and 16,580 shares of Meta Platforms Inc. respectively. The trades amounted to $22.4 million. Meta stock closed nearly 0.9% higher at $578.16 for the day. This decision follows reports of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41582881/meta-platforms-is-building-ai-powered-search-engine-to-slash-reliance-on-alphabets-google-microsoft">Meta&#8217;s development of an AI-powered search engine</a> to reduce reliance on other big tech players, such as Alphabet Inc and Microsoft Corp.
The Palantir Trade
Ark Invest&#8217;s ARKW fund sold 128,908 shares of Palantir Technologies Inc, worth $5.8 million. Palantir closed 0.25% higher at $44.97 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41554264/palantir-technologies-stock-reaches-new-52-week-high-whats-going-on">Palantir&#8217;s stock recently hit a new 52-week high</a>, with significant growth in 2024 and a market cap of $100.69 billion. The company also announced a strategic partnership with L3Harris Technologies Inc to expand capabilities in AI-driven defense technology.
The Tesla Trade
Ark Invest sold a total of 120,141 Tesla shares from ARKK and ARKW, the transaction was valued at $31.5 million based on Tesla&#8217;s closing price of $262.51 per share on the same day. This move by Ark Invest comes on the heels of Tesla&#8217;s strong third-quarter earnings, which exceeded estimates and demonstrated improving margins. The electric vehicle behemoth also provided a robust vehicle delivery outlook for 2025, a highlight for analysts. Notably, Wood $22 million worth of Tesla shares on Thursday.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/10/41559545/jim-cramer-says-apple-meta-amazon-and-other-tech-earnings-present-a-huge-opportunity-but-advises?itm_source=parsely-api" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Jim Cramer Says Apple, Meta, Amazon And Other Tech Earnings Present A &#8216;Huge Opportunity,&#8217; But Advises To</a>
Other Key Trades: 
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<li>ARK Invest&#8217;s ARKG fund bought shares of Absci Corp and sold shares of Veracyte Inc. The ARKK fund also bought shares of Cerus Corp. ARKW bought shares of Shopify Inc.</li>
<li>ARKX sold 854 shares of Lockheed Martin Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>).</li>
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As defense spending ramps up, the aerospace and defense industry presents substantial investment potential, fueled by increasing demand for advanced technologies, military modernization, and rising government contracts. With these trends in mind, investors could consider fundamentally strong aerospace stocks Textron (TXT), Lockheed Martin (LMT), and Northrop Grumman (NOC) and as the sector continues to grow. Keep reading... Rising global defense budgets and ongoing geopolitical tensions drive growth in the military aerospace sector as governments focus on bolstering military capabilities and increasing demand for advanced aircraft and defense technologies.
With rising demand for advanced aerospace solutions and defense technologies, top aerospace stocks Textron Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/TXT/">TXT</a>), Lockheed Martin Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/LMT/">LMT</a>), and Northrop Grumman (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/NOC/">NOC</a>) are well-positioned to benefit from increased defense contracts and technological advancements. These companies also pay stable dividends.
Driven by rising conflicts and country spending on defense, the aerospace and defense industry is experiencing strong growth, with the market projected to reach <a href="https://www.thebusinessresearchcompany.com/report/defense-global-market-report">$616.32 billion in 2024</a>.
Further, the aerospace market is driven by commercial aviation growth and heightened global defense needs. Meanwhile, increasing defense budgets and complex geopolitical tensions stimulate investment in military aviation and technology, bolstering the aerospace industry's long-term sustainability and economic health.
The global aerospace market is expected to reach $373.61 billion in 2024 and is anticipated to reach around $791.78 billion by 2034, expanding at a <a href="https://www.precedenceresearch.com/aerospace-market">CAGR of 7.8%</a>.
Considering these conducive trends, let's examine the <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/air-defense/">Air/Defence Services</a> stocks in detail.
Stock #3: Textron Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/TXT/">TXT</a>)
Textron Inc. operates globally through its Textron Aviation, Bell, Textron Systems, Industrial, Textron eAviation, and Finance segments. Its end users include military and defense organizations, aviation operators, automobile OEMs, government agencies, municipalities, golf courses, resorts, commercial and industrial users, and consumers.
On October 21, 2024, TXT announced Ryan Samples as the launch customer for its Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen3 business jet. This new model reflects Textron Aviation's commitment to excellence, with Samples expressing excitement about enhancing their travel capabilities with the upgraded aircraft.
It pays an annual dividend of $0.08, which translates to a dividend yield of 0.1% at the prevailing price levels.
TXT's total revenue increased 2.5% year-over-year to $3.43 billion in the fiscal 2024 third quarter that ended on September 28, 2024. Its net income came in at $223 million, while its adjusted income from continuing operations came at $1.40 per share.
Street expects TXT's revenue for the fiscal first quarter (ending March 31, 2024) to rise 6.4% year over year to $3.78 billion. Its EPS for the same quarter is expected to be $1.38, up 15.1% from the previous year quarter.
Shares of TXT have gained 14.1% over the past year and 9.3% year-to-date to close the last trading session at $87.87.
TXT's bright prospects are apparent in its <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a>. The stock has an overall rating of B, which translates to a Buy in our proprietary rating system. The POWR Ratings are calculated by considering 118 distinct factors, with each factor weighted to an optimal degree.
It has a B grade for Value and Momentum. Within this industry, it is ranked #10 out of 71 stocks in the <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/air-defense/">Air/Defence Services</a> industry.
Click <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/TXT/">here</a> to see TXT's ratings for Growth, Stability, Quality, and Sentiment.
Stock #2: Lockheed Martin Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/LMT/">LMT</a>)
LMT operates globally through its Aeronautics, Missiles &amp; Fire Control, Rotary &amp; Mission Systems, and Space segments. Its end users include the U.S. government, international military clients, and intelligence agencies, focusing on defense, aviation, and national security.
On November 7, LMT entered into a collaboration with the U.S. Navy and General Atomics and successfully completed the first live-control flight of an uncrewed system using the Unmanned Carrier Aviation Mission Control Station (UMCS), marking a major advancement in autonomous naval aviation.
On October 30, LMT completed its acquisition of Terran Orbital, a modular spacecraft manufacturer, including subsidiary Tyvak International. This acquisition strengthens Lockheed's capabilities in aerospace and defense, with President Robert Lightfoot highlighting the value of Terran's innovation and shared commitment to mission success.
It pays an annual dividend of $13.20, which translates to a dividend yield of 2.4% at the prevailing price levels.
During the fiscal third quarter that ended September 29, 2024, LMT's <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/n/netsales.asp">net sales</a> increased 1.3% year-over-year to $17.10 billion. Its operating income grew 4.8% from the year-ago value to $2.14 billion. In addition, the company's net earnings came in at $1.62 billion, and EPS amounted to $6.80, up 1% over the prior-year quarter.
Analysts expect LMT's EPS and revenue for the fiscal year ending December 2025 to rise 4.4% and 4% year to $27.855 and $74.10 billion, respectively. It surpassed the Street EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters.
Over the past year, the stock has gained 22.6% to close the last trading session at $551.84. It soared 21.8% year-to-date.
LMT's POWR Ratings reflect its robust outlook. The stock has an overall rating of B, equating to a Buy in our proprietary rating system.
LMT has a B grade in Value, Momentum, Stability, and Quality. It is ranked #4 in the same industry
Beyond what we have stated above, we also have given LMT grades for Growth. Get all the LMT's ratings <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/LMT/">here</a>.
Northrop Grumman Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/NOC/">NOC</a>)
NOC operates globally through its Aeronautics Systems, Defense Systems, Mission Systems, and Space Systems segments.  The end users primarily include the U.S. government, particularly the Department of Defense, along with international defense organizations.
On September 18, NOC's B-21 Raider program is advancing with a strong flight test campaign and production scaling, in collaboration with the U.S. Air Force. Through this successful flight testing and validation, NOC's product reliability and cost-efficiency will increase due to reduced development time and expenses.
It pays an annual dividend of $8.24, which translates to a dividend yield of 1.6% at the prevailing price levels.
In the fiscal third quarter ended September 30, 2024, NOC's total sales increased 2.3% year-over-year to $10 billion. Its total operating income was $1.12 billion, up 10.2% from the year-ago value. Moreover, its net earnings and EPS stood at $1.03 billion and $7, respectively, representing increases of 9.5% and 13.3% over the prior-year quarter.
Street expects NOC's revenue and EPS for the quarter ending December 31, 2024, to increase 3.1% and 1.4% year-over-year to $10.96 billion and $6.36, respectively. It surpassed the consensus EPS estimates in all the trailing four quarters.
The stock climbed 11.2% year-to-date and 11.3% over the past year to close the last trading session at $520.58.
NOC's POWR Ratings reflect strong prospects. The stock has an overall rating of B, translating to a Buy in our proprietary rating system.
It has a B for Momentum, Stability, and Sentiment. It is ranked #3 in the same industry.
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LMT shares were unchanged in premarket trading Friday. Year-to-date, LMT has gained 24.16%, versus a 26.49% rise in the benchmark S&amp;P 500 index during the same period.
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As defense spending ramps up, the aerospace and defense industry presents substantial investment potential, fueled by increasing demand for advanced technologies, military modernization, and rising government contracts. With these trends in mind, investors could consider fundamentally strong aerospace stocks Textron (TXT), Lockheed Martin (LMT), and Northrop Grumman (NOC) and as the sector continues to grow. Keep reading... Rising global defense budgets and ongoing geopolitical tensions drive growth in the military aerospace sector as governments focus on bolstering military capabilities and increasing demand for advanced aircraft and defense technologies.
With rising demand for advanced aerospace solutions and defense technologies, top aerospace stocks Textron Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/TXT/">TXT</a>), Lockheed Martin Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/LMT/">LMT</a>), and Northrop Grumman (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/NOC/">NOC</a>) are well-positioned to benefit from increased defense contracts and technological advancements. These companies also pay stable dividends.
Driven by rising conflicts and country spending on defense, the aerospace and defense industry is experiencing strong growth, with the market projected to reach <a href="https://www.thebusinessresearchcompany.com/report/defense-global-market-report">$616.32 billion in 2024</a>.
Further, the aerospace market is driven by commercial aviation growth and heightened global defense needs. Meanwhile, increasing defense budgets and complex geopolitical tensions stimulate investment in military aviation and technology, bolstering the aerospace industry's long-term sustainability and economic health.
The global aerospace market is expected to reach $373.61 billion in 2024 and is anticipated to reach around $791.78 billion by 2034, expanding at a <a href="https://www.precedenceresearch.com/aerospace-market">CAGR of 7.8%</a>.
Considering these conducive trends, let's examine the <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/air-defense/">Air/Defence Services</a> stocks in detail.
Stock #3: Textron Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/TXT/">TXT</a>)
Textron Inc. operates globally through its Textron Aviation, Bell, Textron Systems, Industrial, Textron eAviation, and Finance segments. Its end users include military and defense organizations, aviation operators, automobile OEMs, government agencies, municipalities, golf courses, resorts, commercial and industrial users, and consumers.
On October 21, 2024, TXT announced Ryan Samples as the launch customer for its Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen3 business jet. This new model reflects Textron Aviation's commitment to excellence, with Samples expressing excitement about enhancing their travel capabilities with the upgraded aircraft.
It pays an annual dividend of $0.08, which translates to a dividend yield of 0.1% at the prevailing price levels.
TXT's total revenue increased 2.5% year-over-year to $3.43 billion in the fiscal 2024 third quarter that ended on September 28, 2024. Its net income came in at $223 million, while its adjusted income from continuing operations came at $1.40 per share.
Street expects TXT's revenue for the fiscal first quarter (ending March 31, 2024) to rise 6.4% year over year to $3.78 billion. Its EPS for the same quarter is expected to be $1.38, up 15.1% from the previous year quarter.
Shares of TXT have gained 14.1% over the past year and 9.3% year-to-date to close the last trading session at $87.87.
TXT's bright prospects are apparent in its <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a>. The stock has an overall rating of B, which translates to a Buy in our proprietary rating system. The POWR Ratings are calculated by considering 118 distinct factors, with each factor weighted to an optimal degree.
It has a B grade for Value and Momentum. Within this industry, it is ranked #10 out of 71 stocks in the <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/air-defense/">Air/Defence Services</a> industry.
Click <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/TXT/">here</a> to see TXT's ratings for Growth, Stability, Quality, and Sentiment.
Stock #2: Lockheed Martin Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/LMT/">LMT</a>)
LMT operates globally through its Aeronautics, Missiles &amp; Fire Control, Rotary &amp; Mission Systems, and Space segments. Its end users include the U.S. government, international military clients, and intelligence agencies, focusing on defense, aviation, and national security.
On November 7, LMT entered into a collaboration with the U.S. Navy and General Atomics and successfully completed the first live-control flight of an uncrewed system using the Unmanned Carrier Aviation Mission Control Station (UMCS), marking a major advancement in autonomous naval aviation.
On October 30, LMT completed its acquisition of Terran Orbital, a modular spacecraft manufacturer, including subsidiary Tyvak International. This acquisition strengthens Lockheed's capabilities in aerospace and defense, with President Robert Lightfoot highlighting the value of Terran's innovation and shared commitment to mission success.
It pays an annual dividend of $13.20, which translates to a dividend yield of 2.4% at the prevailing price levels.
During the fiscal third quarter that ended September 29, 2024, LMT's <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/n/netsales.asp">net sales</a> increased 1.3% year-over-year to $17.10 billion. Its operating income grew 4.8% from the year-ago value to $2.14 billion. In addition, the company's net earnings came in at $1.62 billion, and EPS amounted to $6.80, up 1% over the prior-year quarter.
Analysts expect LMT's EPS and revenue for the fiscal year ending December 2025 to rise 4.4% and 4% year to $27.855 and $74.10 billion, respectively. It surpassed the Street EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters.
Over the past year, the stock has gained 22.6% to close the last trading session at $551.84. It soared 21.8% year-to-date.
LMT's POWR Ratings reflect its robust outlook. The stock has an overall rating of B, equating to a Buy in our proprietary rating system.
LMT has a B grade in Value, Momentum, Stability, and Quality. It is ranked #4 in the same industry
Beyond what we have stated above, we also have given LMT grades for Growth. Get all the LMT's ratings <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/LMT/">here</a>.
Stock #1: Northrop Grumman Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/NOC/">NOC</a>)
NOC operates globally through its Aeronautics Systems, Defense Systems, Mission Systems, and Space Systems segments.  The end users primarily include the U.S. government, particularly the Department of Defense, along with international defense organizations.
On September 18, NOC's B-21 Raider program is advancing with a strong flight test campaign and production scaling, in collaboration with the U.S. Air Force. Through this successful flight testing and validation, NOC's product reliability and cost-efficiency will increase due to reduced development time and expenses.
It pays an annual dividend of $8.24, which translates to a dividend yield of 1.6% at the prevailing price levels.
In the fiscal third quarter ended September 30, 2024, NOC's total sales increased 2.3% year-over-year to $10 billion. Its total operating income was $1.12 billion, up 10.2% from the year-ago value. Moreover, its net earnings and EPS stood at $1.03 billion and $7, respectively, representing increases of 9.5% and 13.3% over the prior-year quarter.
Street expects NOC's revenue and EPS for the quarter ending December 31, 2024, to increase 3.1% and 1.4% year-over-year to $10.96 billion and $6.36, respectively. It surpassed the consensus EPS estimates in all the trailing four quarters.
The stock climbed 11.2% year-to-date and 11.3% over the past year to close the last trading session at $520.58.
NOC's POWR Ratings reflect strong prospects. The stock has an overall rating of B, translating to a Buy in our proprietary rating system.
It has a B for Momentum, Stability, and Sentiment. It is ranked #3 in the same industry.
To access NOC's Growth, Value, and Quality ratings, click <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/NOC/">here</a>.
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LMT shares were unchanged in premarket trading Friday. Year-to-date, LMT has gained 24.16%, versus a 26.49% rise in the benchmark S&amp;P 500 index during the same period.
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As military budgets rise and emerging technologies reshape defense strategies, the aerospace and defense industry presents exciting investment opportunities. With trends like cybersecurity, AI-driven autonomous systems, and space exploration gaining momentum, stocks like RTX Corporation (RTX), Lockheed Martin (LMT), and General Dynamics (GD) are positioned to benefit. Read further... As global military budgets expand due to rising security demands and advancements in technology, top defense stocks RTX Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/RTX/">RTX</a>), Lockheed Martin (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/LMT/">LMT</a>), and General Dynamics (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/GD/">GD</a>) stand out as beneficiaries of this growth. These companies are well-positioned to capitalize on the sector's upward momentum, making them compelling picks for investors seeking exposure to defense industry gains.
In 2023, the global aerospace and defense industry achieved a record-high revenue of <a href="https://www.statista.com/statistics/1471842/global-leading-aerospace-and-defense-industry-revenue/#:~:text=visit%20our%20website.-,Business%20Solutions,2019%20to%202023">$829 billion</a>, an 11% increase from the previous year, signaling a robust growth trajectory. The United States remains the dominant force in military spending, dedicating <a href="https://www.statista.com/statistics/262742/countries-with-the-highest-military-spending/">$916 billion</a> to defense, more than 40% of global military expenditure.
Cybersecurity and cyber warfare, AI-driven autonomous systems, the growing space domain, advanced manufacturing, and electromagnetic spectrum warfare are pivotal forces reshaping the future of defense. These advancements are driving demand for next-generation solutions and creating substantial investment opportunities for companies leading these technological transformations. As a result, the aerospace and defense industry is experiencing strong growth, with the market projected to reach <a href="https://www.thebusinessresearchcompany.com/report/defense-global-market-report">$616.32 billion in 2024</a>.
Considering these conducive trends, let's examine the <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/air-defense/">Air/Defense Services</a> stocks in detail.
#Stock 3: General Dynamics Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/GD/">GD</a>)
GD is a global aerospace and defense company with four segments: Aerospace (business jets and maintenance), Marine Systems (naval shipbuilding and support), Combat Systems (land combat vehicles and munitions), and Technologies (IT and mission support for military and federal clients).
On September 13, 2024, GD NASSCO announced a U.S. Navy contract to build up to eight more John Lewis-class oilers, starting with a $780 million award for the tenth ship. The full contract could exceed $6.7 billion.
It pays an annual dividend of $5.68, which translates to a dividend yield of 1.8% at the prevailing price levels.
During the fiscal third quarter that ended September 29, 2024, GD's revenue increased 10.4% year-over-year to $11.67 billion. Its operating earnings grew 11.7% from the year-ago value to $1.18 billion. In addition, the company's net earnings and EPS came in at $0.93 billion and $3.35, up 11.2% and 10.2% over the prior-year quarter, respectively.
Analysts expect GD's EPS and revenue for the quarter ending December 31, 2024, to increase 22% and 15.6% year-over-year to $4.44 and $13.49 billion, respectively. It surpassed the Street revenue estimates in three of the trailing four quarters, which is impressive.
Over the past year, the stock has gained 26.5% to close the last trading session at $312.05. It soared 20.2% year-to-date.
GD's <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a> reflect its robust outlook. The stock has an overall rating of B, equating to a Buy in our proprietary rating system. The POWR Ratings are calculated by considering 118 distinct factors, with each factor weighted to an optimal degree.
GD has a B grade in Momentum and Stability. It is ranked #18 out of 72 stocks in the <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/air-defense/">Air/Defense Services</a> industry.
Beyond what we have stated above, we have also given GD grades for Growth, Value, Sentiment, and Quality. Get all the GD's ratings <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/GD/ratings/">here</a>.
#Stock 2: RTX Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/RTX/">RTX</a>)
RTX provides aerospace and defense systems for commercial airlines, military, and government clients, specializing in aircraft engines, defense solutions, and aerospace products through its Collins Aerospace, Pratt &amp; Whitney, and Raytheon segments.
On November 12, 2024, Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, received a $19 million U.S. Department of Defense contract to equip UK Chinooks with a common avionics system, enhancing interoperability with U.S. forces and enabling seamless collaboration, reducing crew workload, and improving safety in joint operations.
On November 7, Pratt &amp; Whitney, an RTX business, and Air New Zealand began a $150 million expansion of the Christchurch Engine Centre to boost MRO capabilities for the GTF engine, targeting up to 140 overhauls annually by 2032.
It pays an annual dividend of $2.52, which translates to a dividend yield of 2% at the prevailing price levels.
In the fiscal third quarter ended September 30, 2024, RTX's sales increased 49.2% year-over-year to $20.09 billion. Moreover, adjusted net income attributable to common shareholders and adjusted EPS stood at $1.95 billion and $1.45, respectively, representing increases of 6.9% and 16% over the prior-year quarter.
Street expects RTX's revenue and EPS for the quarter ending December 31, 2024, to increase 3.4% and 6.7% year-over-year to $20.60 billion and $1.38, respectively. It surpassed the consensus EPS and revenue estimates of the trailing four quarters.
The stock climbed 46.6% year-to-date and has returned 50.4% over the past year to close the last trading session at $123.37.
RTX's POWR Ratings reflect strong prospects. The stock has an overall rating of B, translating to a Buy in our proprietary rating system.
It has a B for Growth, Momentum, and Sentiment. It is ranked #6 in the same industry.
To access RTX's Value, Stability, and Quality ratings, click <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/RTX/ratings/">here</a>.
#Stock 1: Lockheed Martin Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/LMT/">LMT</a>)
LMT is a global leader in aerospace and defense, offering advanced aircraft, missile defense systems, combat solutions, and space technologies primarily to the U.S. government and allied militaries.
On November 7, 2024, LMT, in partnership with the U.S. Navy and General Atomics, conducted the first live control flight demonstration of an uncrewed system using the Unmanned Carrier Aviation Mission Control Station (UMCS).
It pays an annual dividend of $13.20, which translates to a dividend yield of 2.3% at the prevailing price levels.
During the fiscal third quarter that ended September 29, 2024, LMT's <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/n/netsales.asp">net sales</a> increased 1.3% year-over-year to $17.10 billion. Its operating income grew 4.8% from the year-ago value to $2.14 billion. In addition, the company's net earnings came in at $1.62 billion, and EPS amounted to $6.80, up 1% over the prior-year quarter.
Street expects LMT's revenue for the fiscal year ending December to increase 5.4% year-over-year to $71.24 billion. Its EPS for the same year is likely to be $26.69. In addition, it surpassed the consensus EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters.
Shares of LMT have gained 27.2% over the past year and 24.9% year-to-date to close the last trading session at $565.96.
LMT's bright prospects are apparent in its POWR Ratings. The stock has an overall rating of B, which translates to a Buy in our proprietary rating system.
It has a B grade for Momentum, Stability, and Quality. Within the same industry, it is ranked #4.
Click <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/LMT/ratings/">here</a> to see LMT's ratings for Growth, Value, and Sentiment.
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RTX shares fell $0.01 (-0.01%) in premarket trading Wednesday. Year-to-date, RTX has gained 49.27%, versus a 26.77% rise in the benchmark S&amp;P 500 index during the same period.
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