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ST Engineering stock rises in Singapore as MRO upgrade and satellite plans keep earnings in focus

ST Engineering stock rises in Singapore as MRO upgrade and satellite plans keep earnings in focus

ST Engineering shares rose 1.2% to S$9.92 in Singapore afternoon trading after announcing expanded aircraft maintenance services and new satellite projects. The company unveiled a larger unmanned cargo drone at the Singapore Airshow and plans to launch a laser-communications satellite in late 2026. Full-year results are due before market open on Feb. 27.
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L3Harris Navy “Red Wolf” win and Lockheed missile push: defense and space stock prices to watch Monday

L3Harris Navy “Red Wolf” win and Lockheed missile push: defense and space stock prices to watch Monday

L3Harris shares fell 3.7% after announcing a U.S. Navy contract for Marine Corps precision-strike vehicles. Lockheed Martin rose 1.88% as it detailed plans to boost missile production and projected $6.5–$6.8 billion in 2026 free cash flow. Redwire dropped to $11.75 following insider sales. Markets closed Friday with defense and space stocks mixed.
Lockheed Martin stock price climbs again as THAAD ramp and 2026 outlook stay in focus

Lockheed Martin stock price climbs again as THAAD ramp and 2026 outlook stay in focus

Lockheed Martin shares rose 1.2% to $629.97 midday Friday after forecasting 2026 earnings of $29.35–$30.25 per share and sales up to $80 billion. The company signed a new deal with the U.S. Department of War to boost THAAD interceptor production to 400 units annually. Lockheed reported a record $194 billion backlog. Thursday’s stock surge hit a 52-week high.
Redwire stock slips 6% after $151B SHIELD contract buzz; RDW swings into the close

Redwire stock slips 6% after $151B SHIELD contract buzz; RDW swings into the close

Redwire Corp shares fell 6% to $13.35 on Wednesday, reversing a 30% surge after landing a spot on the U.S. Missile Defense Agency’s SHIELD contract vehicle. The company said SHIELD has a $151 billion ceiling but no guaranteed revenue, with future gains dependent on specific task orders. Trading volume topped 48 million shares by mid-afternoon. Investors are waiting for details on funded work and contract timelines.
Redwire (RDW) stock jumps nearly 28% after landing $151 billion SHIELD defense contract slot

Redwire (RDW) stock jumps nearly 28% after landing $151 billion SHIELD defense contract slot

Redwire Corporation shares jumped nearly 28% to $14.01 Tuesday after announcing a spot on the Missile Defense Agency’s $151 billion SHIELD contract vehicle. The stock hit $14.54 intraday on heavy volume. The award is multi-vendor and does not guarantee revenue, Redwire said. Traders are watching for follow-up task orders and any impact on Redwire’s backlog or sales.
GE Aerospace stock edges up after NASA-backed hybrid-electric engine test milestone

GE Aerospace stock edges up after NASA-backed hybrid-electric engine test milestone

GE Aerospace shares rose 0.4% to $295.06 Monday and gained further after hours following NASA’s release of hybrid-electric engine test results from December. NASA confirmed the modified GE Passport engine ran successfully at GE’s Ohio facility, marking a first for integrated hybrid-electric systems. JPMorgan raised its price target for GE Aerospace to $335. The Singapore Airshow begins next week.
Space and defense stocks face earnings week after Karman outlook bump, AST launch plan

Space and defense stocks face earnings week after Karman outlook bump, AST launch plan

The iShares U.S. Aerospace & Defense ETF fell 0.3% to $235.07 Friday as sector stocks closed mixed ahead of major earnings. Karman Holdings dropped 3% after raising its outlook and announcing a $220 million acquisition. AST SpaceMobile slipped 2.4% after setting a late-February satellite launch. L3Harris edged down 0.3% but raised its dividend to $1.25 per share.
Rocket Lab stock rebounds as Neutron test rupture hangs over 2026 debut

Rocket Lab stock rebounds as Neutron test rupture hangs over 2026 debut

Rocket Lab shares rose 3.1% to $90.72 by late Friday morning after a Stage 1 tank rupture during Neutron rocket testing raised concerns about launch delays. The company is reviewing test data to assess impacts on its schedule, with an update expected during its February earnings call. Director Jon A. Olson sold 15,205 shares on Jan. 20, retaining 345,630. Rocket Lab completed its 80th Electron launch this week.
BAE Systems shares rebound after UK Typhoon radar contract as investors eye results

BAE Systems shares rebound after UK Typhoon radar contract as investors eye results

BAE Systems shares rose about 1.4% in early London trading Friday after the UK awarded a £453.5 million contract for Typhoon jet radars. The stock had dropped 3.7% Thursday, lagging the market. Deliveries of the new radars are expected later this decade. Investors await BAE's full-year results on Feb. 18 for updates on margins and order execution.
GE Aerospace earnings beat: 2026 profit forecast tops estimates as airlines keep engines in the shop

GE Aerospace earnings beat: 2026 profit forecast tops estimates as airlines keep engines in the shop

GE Aerospace forecast 2026 adjusted EPS of $7.10 to $7.40, above Wall Street estimates, citing strong demand for parts and maintenance as airlines keep older planes flying. Fourth-quarter adjusted EPS rose to $1.57, with revenue up 20% to $11.9 billion. Shares jumped nearly 4% premarket. GE reported a $190 billion backlog and record LEAP engine deliveries.
QinetiQ share price rises on £205m Typhoon contract extension as BlackRock crosses 5%

QinetiQ share price rises on £205m Typhoon contract extension as BlackRock crosses 5%

QinetiQ shares rose 2.6% to 529p Monday after winning a £205 million, five-year contract extension to support RAF Typhoon jets. The UK defence ministry said the deal secures 250 jobs and includes investment in AI and digital engineering. BlackRock disclosed it has crossed the 5% ownership threshold in QinetiQ. Traders await further updates from the company on Tuesday.
Lockheed Martin stock jumps after hypersonic missile engine test with GE, Stinger-replacement flight milestone

Lockheed Martin stock jumps after hypersonic missile engine test with GE, Stinger-replacement flight milestone

Lockheed Martin shares rose 2.6% in after-hours trading Wednesday after it and GE Aerospace announced successful tests of a new ramjet engine for hypersonic missiles. Citi raised its price target for Lockheed to $592 ahead of the Jan. 29 earnings call. Northrop Grumman, RTX, and General Dynamics also gained, while GE Aerospace slipped 2.5%.
Rocket Lab stock jumps 6% as Cantor repeats bullish call; RKLB slips after hours

Rocket Lab stock jumps 6% as Cantor repeats bullish call; RKLB slips after hours

Rocket Lab shares closed up 6% at $91.80 Wednesday after Cantor Fitzgerald reaffirmed its “Overweight” rating, citing progress on the Neutron rocket. The stock slipped 0.6% after hours. Rocket Lab recently won an $816 million U.S. defense contract to build 18 missile-warning satellites, part of a $3.5 billion government initiative. The company reported record Q3 revenue of $155 million.
Lockheed Martin stock rises after missile flight test as Pentagon motor deal keeps defense names in focus

Lockheed Martin stock rises after missile flight test as Pentagon motor deal keeps defense names in focus

Lockheed Martin shares rose 2.3% to $571.40 Wednesday after the company announced its first flight test of the Next-Generation Short-Range Interceptor at White Sands. The gains outpaced the S&P 500, which fell 0.8%. Investors responded to new Pentagon efforts to secure the missile supply chain, including a $1 billion investment in L3Harris Technologies’ rocket-motor division.
RTX stock rises as Airbus flags “very, very late” Pratt & Whitney engine deliveries

RTX stock rises as Airbus flags “very, very late” Pratt & Whitney engine deliveries

RTX shares rose 1.6% to $197.29 Wednesday, outperforming a weaker U.S. market after Airbus warned that Pratt & Whitney engine deliveries remain “very, very late.” Airbus said it has not reached a supply agreement with RTX for future engines. Investors are watching RTX’s Jan. 27 earnings for 2026 guidance and updates on engine production.
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  • Planet Labs Nears Sustainable Profitability Amid Industry Challenges
    May 21, 2026, 3:12 PM EDT. Planet Labs (PL) operates a vast network of Earth observation satellites capturing global images daily. Despite technological advances and expanded roles in defense and agriculture, the company has yet to secure steady profits due to high costs in satellite manufacturing, launches, maintenance, and R&D. Revenue growth lags behind fixed costs, while long government sales cycles delay cash flow. Management's 2026 guidance shows optimism, focusing on cost control, vertical specialization, and software monetization to enhance margins. Industry peers Rocket Lab (RKLB) and BlackSky Technology (BKSY) face similar profitability challenges. PL's stock has surged 117% year-to-date but trades at a lofty price-to-sales ratio of 31.38, far above the industry average of 3.86, reflecting high investor expectations amid ongoing financial pressures.

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