Description: As investors weigh the impact of several dramatic policy changes on the global defense industry, there is another emerging industry trend for them to consider: Deconsolidation. In the Trump 2.0 era and his peace through strength mantra, it may be advantageous for contractors to be smaller and more focused, rather than seeking the scale benefits and diversification the industry has pursued in the past. Take L3Harris Technologies.

Description: If you're an investor with a holding that's exposed to negative decisions from the second Trump administration, let me offer two thoughts on how to cope. Take a breath.Don't make any hasty decisions. Why? Because time may be on your side. I make these observations because of two possible decisions ...

Description: A Saturn-200 minisatellite, developed by Blue Canyon Technologies—RTX's (NYSE: RTX) small satellite manufacturer and mission services provider—successfully launched this week in support of NASA's Pandora mission. The mission is designed to study the atmospheres of exoplanets, or worlds beyond our solar system, as well as the activity of their host stars.

Description: LHX unveils a first-of-its-kind partnership with the DoW, securing $1 billion in funding and setting the stage for a 2026 Missile Solutions IPO.

Description: Lockheed Martin could gain from a proposed U.S. defense budget hike to $1.5T by 2027, boosting long-term funding for jets, missiles and other Pentagon programs.

Description: RTX is likely to gain from a proposed jump in U.S. defense spending, which may improve long-term funding visibility for major defense contractors.

Description: JetZero, the U.S.-based start-up airplane maker designing the world's first commercial all-wing airplane, announces it has raised approximately $175 million in its Series B financing, led by B Capital, a global multi-stage investment firm. United Airlines Ventures, Northrop Grumman, 3M Ventures and RTX Ventures, the corporate venture capital arm of RTX, among others, also participated in the round. To date, JetZero has raised and secured commitments of more than $1.0 billion, including governmen

Description: The nation's largest aerospace and defense company has drawn the president’s ire for being “the least responsive to the needs of the Department of War” and simultaneously the “most aggressive” in compensating shareholders.

Description: Hegseth announced several plans meant to speed innovation and slammed what he called “woke” artificial intelligence. The administration has threatened to cut out some big companies if they don’t speed up production and innovation.

Description: RTX (RTX) closed at $193.85 in the latest trading session, marking a +2.84% move from the prior day.

Description: RYCEY is up 12.9% YTD, hitting record highs in 2026; diversified ETFs like EUAD offer exposure to the rally while reducing risk from a potential pullback.

Description: If you are wondering whether RTX is still reasonably priced after its recent run, this article will walk through what that current share price might imply about the stock's value. RTX shares recently closed at US$188.50, with returns of 0.7% over 7 days, 5.5% over 30 days, 0.7% year to date and 66.8% over the past year, along with 104.4% over 3 years and 205.5% over 5 years. Recent headlines around RTX have focused on broader interest in large U.S. industrial and defense related names, which...

Description: President Donald Trump may have grabbed headlines with buyback threats and a proposed $1.5 trillion defense budget, but for investors, the real question is simpler: which defense stock actually looks best priced if spending really accelerates? With policy noise largely digested, valuation is now doing the talking for Lockheed Martin Corp (NYSE:LMT), Rtx Corp (NYSE:RTX), and Northrop Grumman Corp (NYSE:NOC). Lockheed Martin: Execution Is Already Priced In Lockheed trades at a market cap of about

Description: In the last week, the president has fired off a series of demands and edicts aimed at C-suites, all in service of shoring up his political fortunes as midterm elections approach. Trump signed an executive order pressing defense contractors to cut buybacks, and individually called out Raytheon, the defense unit of RTX Corp., an aerospace and defense behemoth that supplies the Patriot missile system and Pratt & Whitney jet engines to the Defense Department.

Description: The president shook up the defense sector this week, threatening capital returns while promising a big spending increase.

Description: The president ordered future contracts to ensure base salaries for defense company CEOs are capped at current levels if contractors fail to perform.

Description: Trump's $1.5T military budget and rising global tensions could lift defense ETFs and spill over into cybersecurity, AI, manufacturing and space ETFs.

Description: Investors looking for ways to find stocks that are set to beat quarterly earnings estimates should check out the Zacks Earnings ESP.

Description: L3Harris (LHX) witnessed a jump in share price last session on above-average trading volume. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions for the stock doesn't suggest further strength down the road.

Description: In recent days, President Donald Trump signed an executive order banning dividends and share buybacks at underperforming U.S. defense contractors, while simultaneously calling for the 2027 military budget to rise to about US$1.50 trillion, with RTX repeatedly singled out over capital allocation and production speed. At the same time, RTX’s Collins Aerospace unit secured a US$438 million FAA radar modernization contract, underscoring how policy pressure on shareholder returns is coinciding...

Description: 🔎 Intel (INTC): Shares in the chipmaker edged about 2% higher aftermarket. President Trump posted on Truth Social that he had "just finished a great meeting" with Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan. Last summer, the U.

Description: Today, Jan. 8, 2026, defense names power the Dow as investors react to President Trump’s $1.5 trillion Pentagon push.

Description: President Trump made waves in the defense industry on Thursday after stating via social media that he wants to raise 2027's military spending budget to $1.5 trillion while pushing for a cap on defense CEO pay packages. Gabelli Funds portfolio manager Tony Bancroft discusses what Trump's comments on production signal about defense demand amid various ongoing geopolitical conflicts, such as Ukraine's war with Russia and the recent US invasion of Venezuela. Bancroft manages the Gabelli Commercial Aerospace and Defense ETF (GCAD). To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Domination Overtime.

Description: AeroVironment tops list of surprise leaders for defense stocks. Kratos, Karman, outpace legacy contractors like Lockheed Martin.

Description: Defense stocks tumbled Wednesday but the prospect of increased U.S. defense spending is helping the sector recover.

Description: Lockheed Martin, General Dynamics to reclaim buy points, defense stocks rally on President Trump's Pentagon budget proposal.

Description: The Dow was up nicely, and so were industrial and staples stocks. But chips pulled back in trading on Thursday, Jan. 8. Defense stocks were leaders among industrial shares, led by Huntington Ingalls, Lockheed Martin, and L3 Harris Technologies. These were all up more than 6% as President Donald ...

Description: President Donald Trump caused some commotion for investors in U.S. defense contractors this week. First, Trump criticized the companies for taking too long to produce military equipment and also failing to maintain it while at the same time paying out billions in dividends and stock buybacks to investors. Shares of Lockheed Martin, General Dynamics, Northrop Grumman and Raytheon parent RTX fell after the criticism but then roared back at the prospect of more lucrative government contracts down the road.

Description: U.S. defense companies rallied after President Trump called for a $1.5 trillion defense budget, more than $500 billion more than the Pentagon is expected to receive this fiscal year. Trump said the increased budget was necessary “especially in these very troubled and dangerous times,” in a social-media post late Wednesday. Shares of Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin and L3Harris jumped between 2.4% and 5.2%.

Description: Shares of aerospace and defense company General Dynamics (NYSE:GD) jumped 3.1% in the afternoon session after President Trump called for a substantial increase in the U.S. military budget for 2027.

Description: The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up, the S&P 500 was roughly flat, and the Nasdaq Composite was

Description: Defense stocks, like Northrop Grumman (NOC), Lockheed Martin (LMT), and RTX (RTX), are on the rise after President Trump proposed a plan to raise the US defense spending budget from $1 trillion to $1.5 trillion for 2027. Yahoo Finance Senior Reporter Brooke DiPalma chats with Julie Hyman on Opening Bid to examine the recent stock moves and explain what's next for the defense sector. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Opening Bid.

Description: President Trump pairs a call for higher military spending with restrictions on buybacks, dividends, and executive pay at defense firms.

Description: President Donald Trump rattled the defense sector yesterday by signing an executive order prohibiting contractors from issuing dividends or repurchasing shares until they prioritize investments in new facilities and machinery to boost production speed and quality. He specifically targeted RTX (NYSE:RTX) as the most egregious violator, accusing it of favoring shareholders over military needs and ... Defense Stocks Tank Then Soar: Here’s Why They’re Gunning Higher Today

Description: President Trump is giving Wall Street investors whiplash with a deluge of new policy proposals, from hiking defense spending to $1.5 trillion to expecting 50 million barrels of Venezuelan oil (CL=F, BZ=F) and plans to ban institutional investors from buying single-family homes. Yahoo Finance Washington correspondent Ben Werschkul comes on the program to explain Trump's vision for the US occupation of Venezuela in relation to the oil industry, while the administration seeks to raise its defense budget in 2027. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Morning Brief.

Description: The broad market exchange-traded fund SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) was down 0.2% and the actively tr

Description: US equity futures posted narrow losses ahead of Thursday's opening bell as traders remained cautious

Description: Zacks.com users have recently been watching RTX (RTX) quite a bit. Thus, it is worth knowing the facts that could determine the stock's prospects.

Description: By Shashwat Chauhan and Anna Pruchnicka Jan 8 (Reuters) - Global defense stocks climbed on Thursday after President Donald Trump called for a substantial increase in the U.S. military budget, fueling

Description: US equity markets were trending lower before the opening bell Thursday as investors remain cautious

Description: In an executive order, the president will seek to cap defense bosses’ pay and demand that contractors invest in production capacity.

Description: By Mike Stone and Kanishka Singh WASHINGTON, Jan 7 (Reuters) - U.S.

Description: Donald Trump said he would curb defence industry bosses’ pay to force them to rearm the United States more quickly.

Description: Investing.com -- Defense stocks rebounded sharply in after-hours trading following President Donald Trump’s social media post outlining plans for a significantly increased defense budget.

Description: Trump said defense contractors are too slow to deliver equipment and too slow to maintain and repair equipment.

Description: Defense stocks including Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman and General Dynamics fell Wednesday afternoon after reports that President Trump is set to sign an executive order that will punish defense companies that repurchase stocks, pay dividends and reward executives with high salaries if they have Pentagon contracts that are over budget or behind schedule.

Description: Investing.com -- Lockheed Martin (NYSE:LMT) stock fell 1.7%, Northrop Grumman (NYSE:NOC) dropped 2%, and other defense names were pressured Wednesday afternoon after President Donald Trump threatened to prohibit dividends and stock buybacks for defense companies.

Description: HWM is trading near a 52-week high as aerospace demand surges, but premium valuation and transport weakness raise caution.

Description: Gambit, the dual-use defense company building adaptive intelligence for autonomous systems, emerged from stealth today, announcing contract delivery within two major U.S. Department of War programs valued at more than $500 million combined, and commercial partnerships with AWS' public sector defense autonomy division, and Sierra Nevada Corporation, L3Harris, and RTX to scale delivery.

Description: ITA and other defense ETFs could benefit as Trump threatens Iran intervention, raising prospects of higher weapon demand.

Description: RTX (NYSE: RTX) has received notice of an unsolicited "mini-tender" offer made by Tutanota LLC (Tutanota) to RTX shareholders to purchase up to 500,000 shares of RTX common stock at a purchase price of $130.00 per share. This offer is for shares representing less than 0.04 percent of the outstanding shares of RTX common stock. This offer price is approximately 24.02% below the closing price of RTX common stock on December 5, 2025 ($171.10), the last trading day before the date of the offer, and

Description: RTX (RTX) has drawn fresh attention as investors reassess the aerospace and defense group’s recent share performance, with the stock’s past 3 months and one year total returns standing out against its longer term record. See our latest analysis for RTX. RTX’s recent 30 day share price return of 11.28% and 90 day share price return of 12.95% contrast with its already strong 1 year total shareholder return of 68.95%. This suggests momentum has been building on top of longer term gains. If RTX...

Description: New Zacks research highlights JPMorgan Chase, RTX and Applied Materials, outlining gains, growth drivers and key risks shaping today's market leaders.

Description: RTX (RTX) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.

Description: As geopolitical risks increase and defense stocks gain momentum, these Aerospace and Defense ETFs are worth a closer look in 2026.

Description: The FAA selected RTX and Indra to replace 612 aging radar systems as part of a multibillion-dollar air traffic control overhaul.

Description: Thai Airways picks AIR's subsidiaries, Trax and Aerostrat, to drive a digital MRO upgrade with real-time data, AI tools and advanced maintenance planning.

Description: RTX stock rises 9.8% in a month, driven by new defense contracts, improving earnings expectations and a valuation discount despite trade risks.

Description: Investing.com -- Morgan Stanley analysts have highlighted seven U.S. companies they believe are best positioned to beat earnings expectations in January, based on what the bank calls its “Earnings Surprise Composite” metric.

Description: RTX (NYSE: RTX) will issue its fourth quarter and full year 2025 earnings results on Tuesday, January 27, prior to the stock market opening. A conference call will take place at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss the results and the Company's outlook for 2026.

Description: Collins Aerospace, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, has been awarded a $438 million contract by the Federal Aviation Administration to support the Radar System Replacement program, a cornerstone of the agency's effort to modernize the U.S. National Airspace System. The program is a key part of the Department of Transportation's Brand New Air Traffic Control System.

Description: Shares of defense contractors were rising following the surprise capture of Venezeulean leader Nicolás Maduro.

Description: European defense companies jumped in early European trading after the U.S. ousted Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro, while U.S. peers are expected to also trade higher when the market opens.

Description: RTX Corporation (NYSE:RTX) is included among the 20 Best Performing Dividend Stocks in 2025. On December 19, JPMorgan analyst Seth Seifman raised the firm’s price target on RTX Corporation (NYSE:RTX) to $200 from $195 and kept an Overweight rating on the shares as part of its aerospace and defense outlook for 2026. The outlook for […]

Description: In the latest trading session, RTX (RTX) closed at $187.25, marking a +2.1% move from the previous day.

Description: AeroVironment leads gains; Lockheed Martin, L3Harris advance toward buy points. Trump warns of military response to Iranian protests.

Description: Boeing secures an $8.6B F-15IA deal for Israel, but its thin margins might keep investors' focus on defense ETFs like ITA.

Description: It was a big year for defense and aerospace stocks, with names like GE Aerospace (GE) and RTX (RTX) up more than 50% in 2025. Gabelli Funds Portfolio Manager Tony Bancroft, who manages the Gabelli Funds Commercial Aerospace and Defense ETF (GCAD), expects the outperformance to continue into 2026. Find out why in the video above. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Catalysts.

Description: RTX Corporation (NYSE:RTX) is among the Best Performing Quantum Computing Stocks in 2025. On December 23, RTX Corporation (NYSE:RTX) announced that its Raytheon has been awarded a new contract from Spain to supply four Patriot air and missile defense systems. The contract is worth $1.7 billion. Management noted that this makes the largest Patriot order, […]

Description: Huntington Ingalls lands a $97.7 million deal to support the refueling and complex overhaul of the USS Harry S. Truman, reinforcing its aircraft carrier dominance.

Description: Dow Jones AI giant Nvidia stock hit an early buy point in recent sessions after shares bullishly regained their 50-day line.

Description: TXT vs. RTX: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?

Description: Ukraine's signal to drop its NATO bid hits European defense shares, but the pullback may favor diversified defense ETFs like XAR.

Description: Investors looking for ways to find stocks that are set to beat quarterly earnings estimates should check out the Zacks Earnings ESP.

Description: RTX lands a $104.1 million Navy-backed ESSM support contract through 2026, spanning allied partners as Raytheon sustains demand for its proven missile.

Description: Defense contracts have risen sharply in recent years as global security challenges intensify. The ongoing war in Ukraine and escalating tensions in the Middle East have prompted European nations and other allies to replenish depleted munitions and expand their military capabilities. NATO members have committed to higher spending targets, with many countries boosting budgets to ... Defense Stocks Are Booming — These Are the 2 Hottest Contractors to Buy for 2026

Description: Both Boeing and RTX have big business segments built around military aircraft, defense systems and government contracts.

Description: Earlier this week, Raytheon, an RTX business, secured a US$1.70 billion foreign military sales contract to supply Spain with four Patriot air and missile defense systems, including radars, launchers, command-and-control stations and training equipment. This is Spain’s largest Patriot order to date, reinforcing RTX’s position as a key supplier of integrated air and missile defense capabilities to U.S. allies. Next, we’ll examine how Spain’s record Patriot order could influence RTX’s defense...

Description: With its impending Q4 earnings release, what are analysts expecting out of RTX Corporation?

Description: RTX lands a $1.7B deal to deliver four Patriot missile defense systems to Spain, highlighting strong global demand for the platform.

Description: Zacks.com users have recently been watching RTX (RTX) quite a bit. Thus, it is worth knowing the facts that could determine the stock's prospects.

Description: ↗️ Novo Nordisk (NVO): The Danish drugmaker will start selling a pill version of its Wegovy weight-loss medicine in January, after securing approval from U.S. regulators. Novo Nordisk's stock jumped and its U.

Description: RTX (RTX) was awarded an $841.68M fixed-price-incentive contract for fire units to include new production hardware, software, services inherent to production, spares and documentation. The modification brings the total cumulative face value of the contract to $1.72B. Work will be performed in Andover, Massachusetts, with an estimated completion date of June 30, 2031. Fiscal 2026 Foreign Military Sales funds in the amount of $841.68M were obligated at the time of the award. Army Contracting Comma

Description: Yahoo Finance's J.R. Whalen tracks Tuesday's top moving stocks and biggest market stories in this Market Minute, including Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII); defense contractors like Northrop Grumman (NOC), RTX (RTX), and Lockheed Martin (LMT); and gold (GC=F) and silver (SI=F) rising. Stay up to date on the latest market action, minute-by-minute, with Yahoo Finance's Market Minute.

Description: Raytheon, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, was awarded a $1.7 billion contract to supply Spain with four Patriot® air and missile defense systems.

Description: RTX (RTX) reached $185.68 at the closing of the latest trading day, reflecting a +2.02% change compared to its last close.

Description: The company is sitting on a $251 billion backlog as military spending grows and commercial aviation provides another solid path to continued growth.

Description: Collins Aerospace, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, showcased its latest innovation in anti-jam Assured Positioning Navigation and Timing (APNT) technology during the U.S. Army's All-Domain Persistent Experiment at White Sands Missile Range, N.M. The successful demonstration highlighted Collins' smallest APNT ground solution to date, offering advanced capabilities in a portable, modular form.

Description: TXT lands its first Japan Air Self-Defense Force deal to supply Beechcraft T-6JP Texan II trainers, with initial aircraft deliveries slated for 2029.

Description: Bearish conditions on Wednesday turned bullish by Friday's close, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq back above their 50-day lines. Palantir and GE lead a slew of new buys.

Description: Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) is one of the best aerospace and defense stocks to buy, according to Wall Street analysts. On December 12, Citi initiated coverage of Northrop Grumman with a Buy rating and a $654 price target. The firm also began coverage on 24 aerospace and defense names, pointing to strong long-term trends across […]

Description: Bearish conditions on Wednesday turned bullish by Friday's close, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq back above their 50-day lines. Palantir and GE lead a slew of new buys.

Description: While weaponry behemoths like fighter-jet maker Lockheed Martin Corp. and missile producer RTX Corp. still occupy a key corner of most stock portfolios, they’ve gotten some company of late — nimble upstarts more akin to technology firms with lofty valuations and the promise of rapid profit growth. The newcomers at the top of the rankings — in share price appreciation, if not yet market value — include drone maker Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Inc., satellite intelligence outfit Planet Labs PBC and data analytics company Palantir Technologies Inc. Each has seen its stock at least double this year.

Description: Bearish conditions on Wednesday turned bullish by Friday's close, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq back above their 50-day lines. Palantir and GE lead a slew of new buys.

Description: PLTR's valuation towers over peers with sky-high multiples, testing whether Palantir's AI growth and execution can justify what investors are paying.

Description: RTX wins a $168.1M Army contract to support Patriot fire units, underscoring strong global demand for its air and missile defense systems.

Description: Raytheon, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, announced today that it has received a contract from the U.S. Air Force to equip the autonomous X-62A Variable In-flight Simulation Test Aircraft (VISTA) with a PhantomStrike® radar. VISTA is a modified F-16D Block 30 test aircraft upgraded with Block 40 avionics, a hybrid used as a test bed integrated with machine learning and specialized software.

Description: Raytheon, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, was awarded a $168 million contract to supply Romania with equipment related to the Patriot® air and missile defense system.

Description: RTX has quietly turned into one of the market’s steadier compounders, with the stock up about 12% over the past 3 months and more than 56% over the past year. See our latest analysis for RTX. Momentum has clearly been building, with RTX’s latest share price near $177 and a strong year-to-date share price return feeding into a powerful 1 year and multi year total shareholder return story as investors reassess both growth prospects and balance sheet resilience. If RTX’s run has you rethinking...

Description: President Trump is mulling an executive order to pressure defense firms to restrict buybacks and dividends. Lockheed and Northrop fell.

Description: AIR extends a multi-year deal with Air Methods to provide aircraft warranty and value engineering services amid rising MRO demand.

Description: President Trump is mulling an executive order to pressure defense firms to restrict buybacks and dividends. Lockheed and Northrop fell.

Description: In the most recent trading session, RTX (RTX) closed at $179.93, indicating a -1.2% shift from the previous trading day.

Description: If you are wondering whether RTX is still worth buying after such a substantial run up, or if you have missed the boat, this breakdown will help you figure out what the current price really implies. RTX has climbed 6.2% over the last week, 3.7% over the last month, and 57.1% over the past year, with its share price now around $182.11 and up 193.2% over five years. This naturally raises questions about both upside and downside from here. Recently, RTX has stayed in the spotlight as a key...

Description: The aerospace and defense industry is likely in for a massive shift in 2026 as SpaceX prepares for a public offering that could fundamentally redefine the sector's hierarchy. SpaceX's projected valuation has reached a staggering $800 billion, a figure ...

Description: Microsoft, Novartis and RTX headline Zacks' top research picks, spotlighting cloud, pharma innovation and defense demand shaping market leaders.

Description: The stock's performance has been mixed relative to the market, and its peers and investors need to consider a couple of key points before buying.

Description: RTX could earn $350 million on this arms sale, but how long will it take to book the profit?

Description: One sector to avoid and two investment themes to follow next year.

Description: Citi initiated coverage of GE Aerospace with a buy rating, expects market cap to balloon on megatrends. GE stock makes bullish move.

Description: Roblox downgraded, Lululemon upgraded: Wall Street's top analyst calls

Description: Recently, Zacks.com users have been paying close attention to RTX (RTX). This makes it worthwhile to examine what the stock has in store.

Description: The United States has assembled its largest military presence in the Caribbean since 1989, with more than 15,000 troops deployed near Venezuela. Following the December 10 seizure of a Venezuelan oil tanker and ongoing strikes on alleged drug-smuggling boats, $36 million in trading volume on prediction markets tracking US-Venezuela military engagement signals serious investor concern ... Top 5 Stocks Impacted by Potential Armed Conflict With Venezuela

Description: MONTREAL, December 11, 2025--EVIO, Inc. makes its public debut with 450 preorders for its EVIO 810 hybrid-electric regional aircraft, expected to enter service by the early 2030s.

Description: LHX secures a follow-on GMLRS propulsion unit contract worth up to $200M, marking its largest award for 12 months.

Description: BAESY lands a $1.7B Navy contract to ramp up APKWS kit production, meeting surging U.S. and international demand for precision munitions.

Description: In early December 2025, Raytheon, an RTX business, announced a collaboration with Amazon Web Services to modernize satellite data processing and mission control using cloud infrastructure, AI, and machine learning, including edge-deployed AWS Outposts and serverless architectures. This tie-up could be meaningful for RTX’s space and defense franchises by embedding advanced cloud and AI tools directly into mission workflows, potentially enhancing operational efficiency and appeal to national...

Description: RTX (RTX) closed the most recent trading day at $174.72, moving +1.62% from the previous trading session.

Description: NOC wins a $100M contract to bolster SiAW and AARGM-ER programs, expanding its role in advanced missile systems through 2034.

Description: After over a decade of ultra-low yields, retirees are finding themselves much more comfortable due to Treasuries yielding sub-5% interest rates. Many investors are locking in that rate. It may be a good idea if you are someone who is very elderly, but stocks have a history of outperforming Treasuries long-term. They also protect you ... 3 Monthly-Paying Dividend ETFs Perfect for Retirement Income

Description: BAESY lands a $198.4M deal for 240 Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicles, highlighting rising demand for the next-gen platform.

Description: Archer Aviation's recent stock gains and expanding eVTOL partnerships highlight its momentum even as long-term uncertainties persist.

Description: By David Jeans, Mike Stone and Joe Brock SIMI VALLEY, California, Dec 8 (Reuters) - U.S. defense technology companies have roughly doubled their share of Pentagon contracts over the past year, but

Description: RTX partners with AWS to boost satellite data processing and mission control, offering faster, more flexible and secure space capabilities.

Description: EDGEWOOD, N.Y., Dec. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CPI Aerostructures, Inc. (“CPI Aero®” or the “Company”) (NYSE American: CVU) announced today that Dorith Hakim has been appointed to the Aerospace Industry Association’s Executive Committee. AIA is the primary trade association and advocacy group for the U.S. aerospace and defense industry, representing a wide range of member companies. Its main purpose is to advocate for the industry's interests on legislative, policy, and technological issues,

Description: RTX (RTX) closed the most recent trading day at $171.31, moving +1.7% from the previous trading session.

Description: Raytheon, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business entered a strategic collaboration agreement with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to significantly advance satellite data processing and mission control operations. Through this effort, Raytheon is equipping customers with the mission-critical space capabilities needed to meet national security objectives.

Description: NATO members' expected $5B weapon purchases by 2025-end should fuel momentum in defense ETFs like SHLD and ITA.

Description: Airbus' reduction of its 2025 delivery target raises fresh questions for aerospace ETFs, as A320 quality issues shake investor confidence.

Description: RTX Corporation (NYSE:RTX) ranks among the Best Low Volatility Investments in December 2025. On November 25, Jefferies lifted its price target for RTX Corporation (NYSE:RTX) from $175 to $190 while retaining a Hold rating on the defense and aerospace company. The hike came as Jefferies reduced its 2026 adjusted EPS forecast by 2%, to $6.60 […]

Description: RTX has been catching the eye of investors lately, given its recent share price movements and gradual improvement in financial performance. There has been growing curiosity about whether current levels reflect its growth potential. See our latest analysis for RTX. Momentum has picked up for RTX over the past year, with the share price climbing to $168.02 and delivering a substantial 1-year total shareholder return of 44.92%. After a strong run, recent pullbacks, including a 1-day share price...

Description: Wondering whether RTX is truly worth its current price, or if there is a hidden value the market might be overlooking? You are not alone, as investors are paying close attention, especially after the recent run-up. RTX's stock has seen dramatic moves, climbing 44.8% year-to-date and a striking 153.0% over the past five years, but with a minor dip of -2.4% in just the past week. Much of this momentum has unfolded amid ongoing developments around defense contracts and evolving government...

Description: BAESY wins a $390 million deal to deliver Bradley A4 vehicles by 2026, strengthening its position in a rising armored-vehicle market.

Description: Cirrus Logic lands Bull of the Day as earnings beats and rising estimates contrast with pressure on peers like F5.

Description: Pratt & Whitney, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, has been awarded a $1.6 billion undefinitized contract action for sustainment of F135 engines, which power all three variants of the F-35 Lightning II, the world's most advanced fighter aircraft.

Description: RTX Corporation (NYSE:RTX) is one of the best industrial stocks to buy. On November 18, BNP Paribas Exane began coverage of RTX Corporation with an Outperform rating and a price target of $210, according to a report by the Fly. Separately, a Reuters report dated November 21 indicates that Raytheon-Rafael Protection Systems, a joint venture […]

Description: RTX's unit Pratt & Whitney wins a $1.61B deal to sustain F-35 propulsion systems through 2026, expanding its global defense footprint.

Description: Geopolitics fuels a spending surge that's lifting RTX, GD and NOC as missile, shipbuilding and space demand drive standout 2025 gains.

Description: RTX Corporation has considerably outperformed the S&P 500 over the past year, and analysts are moderately optimistic about the stock’s prospects.

Description: In recent days, RTX emerged as a vital player as higher global defense spending and surging commercial air travel led to a growing order backlog. Management responded by expanding manufacturing capacity, highlighting confidence in ongoing demand for both defense and commercial aerospace solutions. Against this backdrop, we'll explore how RTX's manufacturing expansion in response to supply-demand pressures may influence its broader investment narrative. These 12 companies survived and thrived...

Description: HON's aerospace strength accelerates with surging commercial aftermarket and steady defense demand, driving Q3 gains.

Description: Northrop Grumman lands a $100M contract to advance Stand-in Attack Weapon work, bolstering active-seeker development and strike capabilities.

Description: Lockheed Martin and RTX show contrasting momentum as fresh contracts, earnings shifts and rising defense demand highlight differing strengths.

Description: EMBJ partners with ILIAS Solutions to boost military fleet management and streamline operations for C-390 and A-29 aircraft.

Description: Recently, Zacks.com users have been paying close attention to RTX (RTX). This makes it worthwhile to examine what the stock has in store.

Description: Alphabet, Roche, RTX, Crawford United and C&F Financial are featured as analysts highlight strong momentum across AI, biopharma, aerospace and micro-cap industrials.

Description: Alphabet gains momentum as AI-driven growth in Cloud, Search and YouTube fuels rising customer adoption and revenue strength.

Description: The U.S. and Kyiv have made “big progress” toward a peace proposal to put to Russia, President Donald Trump said.

Description: BAESY lands a $450 million deal to deliver 44 more CV90MkIIIC vehicles to Denmark, expanding the army's fleet and advancing its modernization push.

Description: The stock market needs to show a lot of strength after damaging recent losses. Watch Nvidia, Apple and Eli Lilly.

Description: The stock market rebounded Friday on Fed rate cut hopes but suffered damaging weekly losses. Nvidia, Apple and Eli Lilly are in focus.

Description: S&P 500 components TJX Cos, Cboe Global Markets and  RTX are stocks to watch this coming week. The stock market suffered an ugly downside reversal Thursday, with losses on the key indexes and among leading names, as Nvidia gave up early post-earnings gains. IBD's stock market exposure guide is now at 0%-20%.

Description: The stock market rebounded Friday on Fed rate cut hopes but suffered damaging weekly losses. Nvidia, Apple and Eli Lilly are in focus.

Description: A $93 million US weapon sale to India puts the spotlight on defense stocks like LMT and, by extension, fuels momentum for defense ETFs like SHLD.

Description: The Raytheon-Rafael Protection Systems (R2S) joint venture was awarded a $1.25 billion contract to supply Israel with Tamir surface-to-air missiles. Raytheon is an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business. The direct commercial sales contract includes missiles, missile kits and test equipment.

Description: RTX (RTX) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock? We take a look at earnings estimates for some clues.

Description: Collins Aerospace, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, and the Royal Netherlands Air and Space Force (RNLASF) have signed a contract to build a new military avionics service center in the Netherlands to support European F-35 and CH-47F fleets.

Description: RTX expands its MRO reach with new Emirates and Qatar Airways agreements, boosting long-term support and enhancing airline reliability.

Description: Trump's F-35 deal with Saudi Arabia spotlights LMT's gains, but broader defense ETFs like SHLD can capture rising sector-wide demand better.

Description: The global fleet of Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A turboprop engines designed specifically for agricultural aviation and firefighting missions have flown more than 1 million hours this year. Since the first PT6A engine model for the aerial application industry was certified in 1977, Pratt & Whitney Canada has developed eight different models, with close to 5,000 engines produced to date. Pratt & Whitney is an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business.

Description: The major indexes rebounded off lows Tuesday but we've been here before. Google showed strength. Nvidia earnings loom large.

Description: Archer Aviation's sharp share surge, new tech deals and bold expansion moves raise big questions about whether its momentum can last.

Description: SEATTLE, November 18, 2025--Milliman, Inc., a premier global consulting and actuarial firm, today announced the latest results of its Milliman Pension Buyout Index (MPBI). During October, the estimated cost to transfer retiree pension risk to an insurer in a competitive bidding process decreased from 100.5% to 100.1% of a plan’s accounting liabilities (accumulated benefit obligation, or ABO). That means the estimated retiree PRT cost is now 100.1% of a plan’s ABO.

Description: Collins Aerospace, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, signed an agreement with Ethiopian Airlines at the Dubai Air Show to provide premium lie-flat business class seating solutions across Ethiopian's number of fleet of Airbus A350 and Boeing 737 MAX aircraft.

Description: The AI trade is top of mind for investors with Nvidia (NVDA) reporting earnings on Wednesday, November 19. Laffer Tengler Investments CEO and chief investment officer Nancy Tengler joins Morning Brief to discuss her strategy for navigating the AI boom. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Morning Brief.

Description: Pratt & Whitney Canada and Deutsche Aircraft have announced the delivery of the first PW127XT-S development engines to Deutsche Aircraft's headquarters in Oberpfaffenhofen, Germany. These engines are designed for the D328eco regional turboprop and will power the first test aircraft, the TAC1, marking a significant milestone on the path to entry into service in 2027. Pratt & Whitney is an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business.

Description: RTX (RTX) shares have moved modestly over the past week, up slightly as investors consider recent company fundamentals. The stock’s rise of 11% in the past month hints at renewed optimism about its outlook. See our latest analysis for RTX. RTX’s share price momentum has clearly picked up, with an impressive 11% gain over the past month and a year-to-date share price return of 51%. This surge highlights growing optimism, especially when viewed alongside its robust 1-year total shareholder...

Description: Collins Aerospace, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, has been selected by Qatar Airways to provide its Ascentia™ analytics solution to its fleet of 52 Boeing 787 aircraft. Announced at the Dubai Air Show, Ascentia services will transform how Qatar Airways manages fleet maintenance by improving reliability, reducing costs and providing smoother travel experiences for passengers.

Description: RTX's growth is solid, but its premium valuation demands flawless execution.

Description: Pratt & Whitney, an RTX (NYSE:RTX) business, has formally opened its European Technology and Innovation Center (ETIC), a new facility dedicated to researching advanced propulsion technologies for enabling greater energy efficiency and performance in future commercial aircraft. ETIC enhances Pratt & Whitney's capability to collaborate with industry and academia in the Netherlands and across Europe, targeting a range of high-impact technologies including advanced gas turbine systems, hybrid-electr

Description: Ever wondered if RTX is actually worth the price it's trading at, or if there's hidden value the market hasn't caught onto? You're in the right place for a closer look at what's really behind the share price. RTX has seen its share price jump 11.9% over the past month and soar 53.2% since the start of the year, hinting that investors might be seeing renewed growth potential or shifting their views on the company's risk profile. Recent headlines have featured RTX's new defense contract wins...

Description: IAE International Aero Engines (IAE), a multinational consortium comprised of Japanese Aero Engines Corporation (JAEC), MTU Aero Engines AG (MTU), and Pratt & Whitney reaffirm their commitment to the consortium partnership. Together, the companies will evolve the required technologies for the development of the most advanced and efficient GTF engine technology for the next generation of commercial aircraft.

Description: HWM continues to witness commercial aerospace strength as engine product sales surge, fueled by new aircraft and strong spare parts needs.

Description: RTX (RTX) has been one of the stocks most watched by Zacks.com users lately. So, it is worth exploring what lies ahead for the stock.

Description: RTX's 15.1% surge outpaces the aerospace industry, backed by strong Q3 results, new contracts and upbeat earnings estimates.

Description: Europe's space companies will cease competing with each other and combine to take on SpaceX instead. What are their chances of winning?

Description: TATT eyes solid Q3 growth as MRO rebound, new Boeing 777 contract and business unit unification strengthen its outlook.

Description: COLLEFERRO, Italy, November 10, 2025--Avio and Raytheon, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to help Avio establish a state-of-the-art solid rocket motor (SRM) facility in the United States, serving Raytheon and other customers as a vertically integrated merchant supplier. Raytheon will have preferred access to a share of the Avio plant production capacity to meet future demand.

Description: Raytheon, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding to help Avio establish a state-of-the-art solid rocket motor (SRM) facility in the United States, serving Raytheon and other customers as a vertically integrated merchant supplier. Raytheon will have preferred access to a share of the Avio plant production capacity to meet future demand.

Description: The UK Space Agency recently awarded a contract to Raytheon UK, part of RTX, to provide orbital analysts and NORSSTrack software in support of the country's Space Domain Awareness mission, with analysts based at the National Space Operations Centre at RAF High Wycombe. This collaboration underscores RTX's growing influence in both space operations and national security technology, reinforcing its global defense presence beyond traditional markets. We’ll now explore how the UK Space Agency...

Description: FAA's 10% flight cut jolts U.S. airlines industry, sending stocks lower-but could the dip in airline ETFs like JETS offer a buying window?

Description: LYNCHBURG, Va., November 06, 2025--BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT) announced today that Toby Smith has been named senior vice president and general counsel. Smith will serve as the organization’s chief legal advisor, overseeing all legal, regulatory and compliance matters across the enterprise. He replaces Ronald (Chip) Whitford, who is anticipated to remain in an advisory capacity with BWXT until early 2026.

Description: TDG's Q4 results are likely to see gains from robust commercial aftermarket and defense sales, though earnings beat odds appear slim.

Description: EMBJ shares rose after Q3 results showed 18% revenue growth and solid jet deliveries, despite weaker earnings.

Description: KTOS posts strong Q3 results with revenues up 26% year over year and earnings surpassing estimates, lifting full-year guidance.

Description: RTX stock has seen its Fair Value Estimate rise from $175.33 to $192.06, reflecting renewed optimism about the company's long-term prospects. At the same time, the discount rate applied to future cash flows has decreased slightly from 8.15% to 8.06%. This suggests analysts perceive a somewhat lower risk environment. As investor sentiment continues to evolve with new inclusions on key investment lists and shifting market guidance, staying informed will be crucial for those following RTX's...

Description: RTX Corporation (NYSE:RTX) is among the top 8 defense stocks based on ChatGPT’s advice. On October 27, BofA analyst Ronald Epstein hiked the price target on the stock to $215 from $175 and maintained a Buy rating on its shares. The analyst noted growing momentum across the company’s Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon […]

Description: LDOS tops Q3 earnings estimates and lifts its 2025 profit outlook on strong defense and tech demand.

Description: Lockheed Martin said Tuesday it is working "to accelerate delivery timelines" of weapons to Taiwan,

Description: Raytheon UK, part of RTX's (NYSE: RTX) Raytheon business, has been awarded a contract to provide orbital analysts in support of the UK's Space Domain Awareness mission.

Description: Taiwan said Monday deliveries of US-made weapons from RTX (RTX) and Lockheed Martin (LMT) have been

Description: Gabelli Funds Portfolio Manager Tony Bancroft — who oversees the Gabelli Commercial Aerospace and Defense ETF (GCAD) — discusses the broader defense sector and names one of his top defense stocks. Also hear Tony Bancroft's latest analysis on Boeing's (BA) third quarter revenue print, free cash flow figures, and wider-than-expected loss. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Catalysts.

Description: RTX delivered third-quarter results that topped expectations and lifted its full-year forecast, while also declaring another quarterly dividend. The combination of upbeat guidance and strong segment demand caught investors' attention. See our latest analysis for RTX. RTX’s upbeat earnings and dividend boost have added to the tailwind behind its stock, with recent news fueling optimism around its growth prospects. The share price has climbed an impressive 53.9% year-to-date. Powered by strong...

Description: Pure-play defense companies have faced challenging margin conditions in recent years, but are there signs of improvement in recent results?

Description: After a difficult trading period, this company's sales and profits are set to expand rapidly in the coming years.

Description: Boeing went from a fairy tale to a tragedy in the blink of an eye. Once viewed as the perfect cash-flow machine, Boeing has been through seven years of misery, largely of its own doing. Starting with the crash of two 737 MAX jets in 2018 and 2019, the company struggled to make headway with a corporate culture that had put engineering so far down its list of priorities that even the simple task of making sure the door on a plane was installed correctly seemed out of its reach after a blowout in January 2024.

Description: While strong cash flow is a key indicator of stability, it doesn’t always translate to superior returns. Some cash-heavy businesses struggle with inefficient spending, slowing demand, or weak competitive positioning.

Description: RTX (NYSE: RTX) announced today that its board of directors declared a dividend of 68 cents per outstanding share of RTX common stock. The dividend will be payable on Dec. 11, 2025 to shareowners of record at the close of business on Nov. 21, 2025.

Description: LHX posts solid Q3 results with earnings and revenue beats across all segments and lifts its 2025 revenue outlook.

Description: HII's Q3 earnings and revenues beat estimates as all three business segments post double-digit growth.

Description: The U.S.-China trade truce agreed to by President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping will walk back a recent escalation of export controls over chips on the U.S. side and sweeping controls on rare earth minerals from Beijing. The U.S. also exchanged reduced tariffs for soybean purchases and efforts to curb shipments of fentanyl precursors. China had already halted its rare earth shipments to the defense industry before its sweeping Oct. 9 export-control regime.

Description: Production Order for Structural Missile WingsEDGEWOOD, N.Y., Oct. 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CPI Aerostructures, Inc. (“CPI Aero”) (NYSE American: CVU) announced today that it has received an order from Raytheon, an RTX business, to manufacture structural missile wing assemblies for an undisclosed platform. This is a single source firm fixed price order with deliveries to start in 2026. “CPI is proud to be a key supplier to Raytheon across several Strategic Business Units and Product Lines. Th

Description: RTX (NYSE: RTX) Chief Financial Officer Neil Mitchill will speak at the Baird 2025 Global Industrial Conference on Thursday, Nov. 13 at 9:30 a.m. Eastern Time. The presentation will be broadcast live at www.rtx.com and will be archived on the website afterward.

Description: PLTR's Q3 results loom as revenue and profit growth soar, but its soaring valuation may test investor patience.

Description: BA posts a wider Q3 loss despite a 30% revenue jump, due to higher jet deliveries and growth across all business segments.

Description: The Zacks Style Scores offers investors a way to easily find top-rated stocks based on their investing style. Here's why you should take advantage.

Description: Zacks.com users have recently been watching RTX (RTX) quite a bit. Thus, it is worth knowing the facts that could determine the stock's prospects.

Description: The aerospace sector is running hot in this earnings season, and this company's earnings continued the trend.

Description: The Boeing Company (NYSE:BA) is one of the stocks on Jim Cramer’s radar recently. Cramer expects the management to discuss supply constraints after its report. He said: “Who else is supply-constrained outside of tech? Well, how about Boeing? Oh boy. Next week, Boeing reports, and I think they’re going to talk about supply constraints for […]

Description: RTX's growth is solid, but its premium valuation demands flawless execution.

Description: RTX Fintech & Research ("RTX Fintech"), a leading US electronic interdealer trading platform for interest rate swaps, today announced the appointment of Minor Huffman as Chief Technology Officer. Huffman will oversee RTX's global technology strategy and lead new infrastructure developments to ensure security, speed and scalability as the platform continues to grow.

Description: GE Aerospace is Monday's IBD Stock Of The Day, as the S&P 500 component continues to show signs of strength coming out of earnings last week with several price target hikes Monday. Last week, GE Aerospace beat third-quarter expectations, and the stock hit record highs, as it reported a 44% increase in earnings while revenue jumped 26%. GE Aerospace makes and collaborates on various propulsion technologies that are utilized in missile engines.

Description: The global Airspace and Procedure Design Market is set to grow from $9.25 billion in 2024 to $15.59 billion by 2033, with a CAGR of 5.97% from 2025-2033. This expansion is driven by increasing air traffic, the need for optimized flight routes, and the adoption of advanced navigation technologies. The market focuses on enhancing fuel efficiency, safety, and modernization of airspaces worldwide. Key regions include North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East and Africa.

Description: RTX (RTX) is poised to finally reap the rewards initially expected from the 2020 merger of United Te

Description: Wondering how to pick strong, market-beating stocks for your investment portfolio? Look no further than the Zacks Style Scores.

Description: JPMorgan Chase has a “strong bias” against adding staff, while Walmart is keeping its head count flat. American corporations are in a new, ultralean era.

Description: Trying to decide what to do with RTX stock? You’re not alone. Whether you’re a long-term investor or just keeping an eye out for the next big swing, RTX has definitely captured attention with its impressive performance. Over the past year, the stock has jumped a generous 45.6%, with a stunning 54.0% return year-to-date. That momentum is not slowing down. RTX surged 13.1% this past week and 9.4% over the last 30 days. If you zoom out even further, the five-year return clocks in at a...

Description: RTX Corporation (NYSE:RTX) is among the 10 Largest Defense Stocks in 2025. On October 21, the company reported financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2025, with revenue and earnings both beating estimates. The Arlington, Virginia-based firm also announced to raise its revenue and profit guidance for the full year, amid soaring demand for […]

Description: An improving end market is driving rapid margin expansion for this company.

Description: The company is firing on all cylinders right now.

Description: GD posts strong Q3 results with EPS up 15.8% and revenues climbing 10.6%, fueled by Aerospace and Marine Systems growth.

Description: Amazon's AI push, Wells Fargo's post-cap growth, and Amgen's new drug momentum headline Zacks' latest top analyst reports.

Description: Shares of aerospace and defense company AeroVironment (NASDAQ:AVAV) jumped 3.2% in the afternoon session after the U.S. Army selected the company for its Next-Generation Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System Missile program, awarding it a $95.9 million contract. The contract was part of the Army's Long-Range Kinetic Interceptor (LRKI) program. Under the deal, AeroVironment will produce its Freedom Eagle FE-1 counter-drone missiles. This development represented a significant shift in U.S. defense manu

Description: Strong Q3 earnings from Northrop Grumman, RTX and Lockheed Martin underscore the Aerospace & Defense sector's surge amid global tensions.

Description: HON beats Q3 earnings and revenue estimates, powered by strong aerospace gains and solid building automation growth.

Description: HXL's Q3 earnings lag estimates despite a slight sales beat, as weaker aerospace demand and margin pressure lead to a lowered 2025 EPS outlook.

Description: RTX Corporation (NYSE:RTX) is one of the stocks Jim Cramer recently highlighted. Cramer discussed the reason for the stock’s rally, as he said: “The best quarter today came from RTX. Yeah, the old Raytheon United Technologies, defense contractor, commercial aircraft engine maker, that’s putting up staggering numbers. Why? RTX makes the complex military systems that […]

Description: TXT's Q3 earnings topped estimates despite a revenue miss, led by strong Aviation and Bell segment growth.

Description: On defense contractors' recent earnings calls, fears about rare earth mineral shortages were largely glossed over.

Description: RTX Corporation (NYSE:RTX) is one of the best long term low volatility stocks to buy right now. RTX Corporation (NYSE:RTX) announced its fiscal Q3 2025 results on October 21, reporting sales of $22.5 billion, up 12% compared to the prior year period. GAAP EPS for the quarter reached $1.41. Management further reported that adjusted EPS […]

Description: Its earnings growth has escalated over the last three quarters. The upgraded Composite Rating shows that RTX, formerly known as Raytheon, is among the top 3% of all stocks for a group of the most important fundamental and technical metrics. On Tuesday RTX posted 17% third quarter earnings growth to $1.70 per share.

Description: We recently published 10 Stocks Leaving Wall Street in the Dust. RTX Corporation (NYSE:RTX) is one of the best performers on Tuesday. RTX Corporation rallied to a new all-time high on Tuesday, adding 7.67 percent to close at $173.04 apiece as investor sentiment was fueled by a double-digit jump in third-quarter earnings, coupled with a […]

Description: TDY's Q3 earnings and sales outpace estimates, with strong gains in defense electronics driving solid year-over-year growth.

Description: RBC Capital Markets maintained its sector-perform rating and $41.00 price target on the shares of CA

Description: Companies in The News Are: KO, DHR, RTX, VST

Description: As the Gaza ceasefire falters, defense stocks like Lockheed Martin, Boeing, and RTX surge, putting ETFs ITA, PPA, and SHLD in focus.

Description: Check out the companies making headlines yesterday:

Description: RTX (RTX) boosted its net profit margin to 7.7%, up from 6% last year, signaling stronger profitability this quarter. Earnings grew 39.7% year-over-year, well ahead of the company’s 5-year average of 30.8% per year. However, revenue growth is expected to trail the broader US market at a projected 4.6% per year. Investors are likely weighing this sustained earnings momentum and expanding margins against a slower revenue outlook and elevated valuation metrics as they assess whether RTX can...

Description: RTX stock has recently seen its consensus analyst price target rise from $166.56 to $175.33 per share. This reflects a modest upgrade in fair value estimates. This upward adjustment comes as analysts signal improved industry positioning for RTX and highlight the company’s adaptability to evolving market conditions, particularly regarding increased defense spending and successful navigation of tariff impacts. Stay tuned to discover effective ways to monitor these ongoing changes and remain...

Description: ↗️ Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD): The media company said it had begun reviewing strategic alternatives after being approached about potential deals. Shares jumped nearly 11%. ↗️ RTX (RTX): The defense company raised its annual forecast on high demand for munitions and missiles.

Description: The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Tuesday closed unchanged, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +0.47%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed down -0.06%. December E-mini S&P futures (ESZ25 ) fell -0.05%, and December E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQZ25...

Description: Third quarter earnings season is ramping up, and analysts expect S&P 500 companies grew their profits by 8% during the quarter.

Description: Lockheed Martin, RTX post beat-and-raise reports. Northrop Grumman posted mixed results, lowered its sales guidance for the year.

Description: The defense contractor says it expects lower sales in its aeronautics-systems business for the full year.

Description: The aerospace and defense company announced third-quarter earnings per share of $1.70, up 17% year over year, from sales of $22.5 billion.

Description: General Motors rises sharply after posting better-than-expected third-quarter earnings, while Warner Bros. begins a review of strategic alternatives, including a sale of the entertainment company.

Description: The government shutdown has done little to curb defense-contractor profits--at least not yet. Big weapons suppliers like Lockheed Martin and RTX benefited from surging third-quarter demand for jet fighters, missile systems and other ammunition, prompting them to raise their 2025 profit and sales targets. Rival Northrop Grumman also boosted its adjusted profit target as executives said the U.S. government shutdown that started this month has yet to threaten the company’s bottom line.

Description: RTX Corp (RTX) reports robust sales growth and profit increases, raising its full-year outlook despite facing tax and tariff headwinds.

Description: Aerospace and defense giant lifts outlook after stronger Pratt & Whitney engine sales and booming Patriot missile exports

Description: Shares of aerospace and defense company Raytheon (NYSE:RTX) jumped 9.5% in the morning session after the company reported strong third-quarter 2025 results that beat expectations and raised its full-year financial forecast.

Description: The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.07%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.58%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -0.12%. December E-mini S&P futures (ESZ25 ) are up +0.07%, and December E-mini Nasdaq futures...

Description: The defense company said sales rose across its three channels while commercial aftermarket sales were up 13%. Defense sales climbed 6%.

Description: The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.05%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.12%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down -0.30%. December E-mini S&P futures (ESZ25 ) are up +0.03%, and December E-mini Nasdaq futures...

Description: A fragile Gaza ceasefire and renewed violence are fueling investor demand for defense ETFs like ITA, SHLD and PPA.

Description: GE Aerospace (GE), RTX (RTX), Lockheed Martin (LMT), and Northrop Grumman (NOC) all reported earnings Tuesday morning. Morning Brief host Julie Hyman breaks down the details from the aerospace and defense earnings. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Morning Brief.

Description: While the top- and bottom-line numbers for RTX (RTX) give a sense of how the business performed in the quarter ended September 2025, it could be worth looking at how some of its key metrics compare to Wall Street estimates and year-ago values.

Description: US stocks look set to open flat in Tuesday's trading session after several major companies reported

Description: Market Domination Overtime host Josh Lipton previews several of the biggest stories to come tomorrow, Tuesday, October 21, including corporate earnings from companies like Netflix (NFLX), General Motors (GM), and Coca-Cola (KO), as well as fresh commentary out from Federal Reserve governor Christopher Waller. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Domination Overtime.

Description: Raytheon, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, has delivered the first PhantomStrike® radar to Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) for their FA-50 Light Combat Aircraft fleet.

Description: Lockheed Martin, RTX, Northrop Grumman lead defense earnings on Tuesday. Bernstein lifted its price targets on shares ahead of reports.

Description: Third quarter earnings season is ramping up, and analysts expect S&P 500 companies grew their profits by 8% during the quarter.

Description: AstraZeneca, RTX, and Applied Materials stand out in today's Zacks Research Daily with strong performance drivers and key growth catalysts.

Description: GE Aerospace is slated to report quarter results on Tuesday morning. Wall Street is looking for earnings per share of $1.46 from sales of $10.4 billion.

Description: L3Harris Technologies rebounded from a key level within a buy zone as the defense firm scored a contract win ahead of earnings. Melbourne, Fla.-based L3Harris announced Monday that it won a portion of a $2.

Description: The U.S. government shutdown is set to drag into another week, but that doesn’t mean investors will be starved for economic data. Friday brings a delayed look at September’s consumer-price index, a key inflation reading that will factor into the Federal Reserve’s next decision on interest rates.

Description: Aerospace and defense company Raytheon (NYSE:RTX) will be reporting results this Tuesday before the bell. Here’s what to expect.

Description: As investors enters shutdown week three, a US-China trade war, credit gesticulation, and an incoming oil glut are weighing on the market.

Description: The recent validation of Pratt & Whitney’s GTF Advantage engine by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency marks an important regulatory step for RTX (NYSE:RTX). With U.S. certification already secured, this development clears the way for the engine’s commercial debut. See our latest analysis for RTX. RTX’s momentum has been building all year, with a steady string of technological launches and contract wins helping to fuel investor confidence. The company’s latest share price of $157.95...

Description: Pratt & Whitney, a division of RTX, recently received type certification from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency for its GTF Advantage aircraft engine, following prior approval from the US Federal Aviation Administration and enabling entry into commercial service. This milestone highlights RTX's commitment to advancing fuel-efficient aerospace propulsion, with the new engine offering increased thrust, improved efficiency, and enhanced capability for aircraft operators. We'll examine...

Description: Market Domination Overtime host Josh Lipton previews several of the biggest stories to come next week, including the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) preparing to release September's Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, now rescheduled to come out next Friday, October 24, amid the ongoing government shutdown; as well as corporate earnings results from companies like EV maker Tesla (TSLA), Coca-Cola (KO), Ford (F), and Intel (INTC). To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Domination Overtime.

Description: <body><p>STORY: From major U.S. earnings reports and inflation data to a key parliamentary vote in Japan, these are the stories to watch in business and finance in the coming week.</p><p>:: U.S. earnings and inflation data</p><p>U.S. third-quarter earnings pick up with results from Netflix on Tuesday and Tesla on Wednesday.</p><p>Procter & Gamble, Coca-Cola, IBM and aerospace and defense giant RTX all report as well. </p><p>Then comes a delayed U.S. inflation report - with September Consumer Price Index numbers out Friday.</p><p>That comes a few days ahead of the Federal Reserve's October meeting, when it's widely expected to cut rates.</p><p>:: U.S.-China trade tension</p><p>Tensions are flaring again between the U.S. and China, prompting tit-for-tat fees and a tightening on two-way supplies.</p><p>The back-and-forth could be key for markets in the coming week, with the expectation that U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping will meet later this month. </p><p>:: A big moment for Takaichi </p><p>Japanese markets await a parliamentary vote that may spur another leg up in a record stocks rally.</p><p>The Nikkei hit all-time highs after conservative Sanae Takaichi became leader of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party.</p><p>But the index took a hit and volatility surged after she lost the support of a longtime coalition partner.</p><p>Now the right-wing Japan Innovation Party has emerged as a possible savior.</p><p>:: Watching UK inflation data </p><p>Inflation data out of the United Kingdom on Wednesday could be pivotal.</p><p>With Britain's fiscal hole widening over surging debt payments, the September CPI could fuel rate cut bets and offer some relief if the annualized rate comes below the Bank of England's 4% forecast.  </p><p>A higher-than-expected increase could keep the BoE cautious and Britain's finances looking precarious.</p></body>

Description: The U.S. government shutdown is set to drag into another week, but that doesn’t mean investors will be starved for economic data. Next Friday brings a (delayed) look at September’s consumer-price index, a key inflation reading that will factor into the Federal Reserve’s next decision on interest rates.

Description: NOC's Q3 results are likely to see strength from Aeronautics and Defense units, though Space Systems' weakness could weigh on earnings.

Description: Tesla stock has held gains well after a powerful breakout on Sept. 11. The EV giant is next up on the earnings calendar, along with Netflix.

Description: LMT's Q3 results are likely to see broad segmental sales gains, but charges from classified programs and tax issues could pressure earnings.