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NYSE:LMT News 8 December 2025 - 31 December 2025

Lockheed Martin stock today dips despite $500 million Pentagon contract flow for Aegis, THAAD work

Lockheed Martin stock today dips despite $500 million Pentagon contract flow for Aegis, THAAD work

Lockheed Martin shares closed down 0.18% at $488.00 Tuesday after the Pentagon announced about $500 million in contract modifications for Aegis ship systems and THAAD missile-defense support. The largest was a $297.5 million award for Aegis sustainment. The S&P 500 slipped 0.14%. Investors await Lockheed’s late-January earnings and early-2026 U.S. defense budget news.
31 December 2025
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Lockheed pitches made-in-India C-130J Super Hercules line as IAF weighs 80-plane transport buy

Lockheed pitches made-in-India C-130J Super Hercules line as IAF weighs 80-plane transport buy

Lockheed Martin has offered to set up a C-130J Super Hercules final-assembly line in India as it competes for a contract to supply up to 80 military transport aircraft. India is the only location outside the U.S. under consideration for C-130J co-production, a Lockheed executive said. Rival bids include Embraer and Airbus. Some Indian media report the air force has dropped plans for more C-130Js and is focusing on a new medium transport aircraft program.
30 December 2025
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Rocket Lab stock rises as traders revisit Space Force satellite deal after Friday slump

Rocket Lab stock rises as traders revisit Space Force satellite deal after Friday slump

Rocket Lab shares rose 1.6% to $71.78 by late morning Monday, recovering some ground after an 8.5% drop in the previous session. The company disclosed an $816 million contract to build 18 missile-warning satellites for the U.S. Space Force, with deliveries expected in 2029. The Nasdaq fell 0.7% and the S&P 500 dropped 0.5%.
29 December 2025
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Space and Defense Stocks: RTX, Lockheed, Boeing, Rocket Lab in Focus as Geopolitics and Year-End Trading Set Up Monday’s Session

Space and Defense Stocks: RTX, Lockheed, Boeing, Rocket Lab in Focus as Geopolitics and Year-End Trading Set Up Monday’s Session

China imposed sanctions late Friday on 20 U.S. defense firms and 10 individuals, including Boeing units, over arms sales to Taiwan. The move freezes assets in China and bans business with the targeted companies, though Reuters notes the impact may be mostly symbolic. U.S. markets are closed for the weekend and reopen Monday. Wall Street ended Friday near record highs in thin, post-holiday trading.
28 December 2025
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Industrials Stocks Outlook: Defense, Transport, and Capex Themes Head Into the Final Week of 2025

Industrials Stocks Outlook: Defense, Transport, and Capex Themes Head Into the Final Week of 2025

U.S. industrials stocks held gains in thin post-holiday trading, with the sector seen as a year-end leader despite light volume. Defense shares drew attention after China imposed new sanctions on U.S. firms tied to Taiwan arms sales. The broader market closed slightly lower Friday, tracking the seasonal “Santa Claus rally” period. Investors are watching defense spending, transport demand, and business investment as 2026 approaches.
27 December 2025
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Space and Defense Stocks: Rocket Lab, Lockheed, Northrop, RTX in Focus as China Sanctions and Space Force Awards Shape 2026

Space and Defense Stocks: Rocket Lab, Lockheed, Northrop, RTX in Focus as China Sanctions and Space Force Awards Shape 2026

China announced sanctions late Friday against 20 U.S. defense firms, including Boeing’s St. Louis branch, Northrop Grumman Systems, and L3Harris Maritime Services, over arms sales to Taiwan. The move freezes assets in China and blocks business with Chinese entities. U.S. markets closed Friday nearly flat in light post-holiday trading. Investors are watching space and defense stocks ahead of Monday’s open.
27 December 2025
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Space and Defense Stocks Outlook for 2026: Rocket Lab, Lockheed, RTX, AST SpaceMobile and the Golden Dome Catalyst

Space and Defense Stocks Outlook for 2026: Rocket Lab, Lockheed, RTX, AST SpaceMobile and the Golden Dome Catalyst

U.S. Space Force’s Space Development Agency awarded $3.5 billion to Lockheed Martin, Rocket Lab, Northrop Grumman, and L3Harris for 72 missile-tracking satellites, with launches aimed for fiscal 2029. Defense and space stocks drew focus over the holiday, as investors weighed new contracts, rising export demand, and Washington’s scrutiny of contractor performance and payouts. U.S. markets remain closed for Christmas.
25 December 2025
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Lockheed Martin (LMT) Stock After Hours on Dec. 24, 2025: C-130J Contract Boost, F-35 Scrutiny, and What to Watch Before the Dec. 26 Open

Lockheed Martin (LMT) Stock After Hours on Dec. 24, 2025: C-130J Contract Boost, F-35 Scrutiny, and What to Watch Before the Dec. 26 Open

Lockheed Martin shares closed at $485.75, up 0.66%, in a thinly traded, holiday-shortened session on Dec. 24. After-hours trading showed little change. The Pentagon raised the ceiling on Lockheed’s C-130J contract by $10 billion, bringing its total value to $25 billion, with work expected to run through 2035. Trading volume was less than half the daily average.
25 December 2025
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Space and Defense Stocks Week Ahead (Dec 22–26, 2025): Space Force Satellite Awards, FY2026 NDAA Tailwinds, and Wall Street’s Latest Calls

Space and Defense Stocks Week Ahead (Dec 22–26, 2025): Space Force Satellite Awards, FY2026 NDAA Tailwinds, and Wall Street’s Latest Calls

The U.S. Space Force awarded $3.5 billion in contracts to Lockheed Martin, L3Harris, Northrop Grumman, and Rocket Lab for 72 missile-warning satellites. The deals come as the FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act locks in record defense spending. U.S. markets will see thin holiday trading, with closures on Dec. 24 and 25. Geopolitical events and defense headlines may drive volatility in the sector.
21 December 2025
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Military Tech Stocks Week Ahead (Dec. 22–26, 2025): Space Force Satellite Awards, Drone Dominance, and Analyst Calls in Focus

Military Tech Stocks Week Ahead (Dec. 22–26, 2025): Space Force Satellite Awards, Drone Dominance, and Analyst Calls in Focus

The U.S. Space Force’s Space Development Agency awarded $3.5 billion in contracts to Lockheed Martin, L3Harris, Northrop Grumman, and Rocket Lab to build 72 Tracking Layer satellites for missile defense. Each company will deliver 18 satellites under fixed-price agreements. The contracts mark a shift toward recurring tech upgrades in defense spending. Markets may see outsized moves due to thin holiday trading.
21 December 2025
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Rocket Lab Stock (RKLB) Surges After $805M–$816M SDA Satellite Deal: Latest News, Analyst Forecasts, and 2026 Outlook

Rocket Lab Stock (RKLB) Surges After $805M–$816M SDA Satellite Deal: Latest News, Analyst Forecasts, and 2026 Outlook

Rocket Lab shares jumped 17.7% to a record $70.52 on December 19 after winning a U.S. Space Development Agency contract to build 18 missile-warning satellites for Tranche 3 of the Tracking Layer program. The SDA values Rocket Lab’s award at $805 million, while the company cites $816 million including options. The contract is part of a $3.5 billion effort split among four primes, with launches targeted for 2029.
20 December 2025
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Lockheed Martin (LMT) Stock: Dec. 17, 2025 News, Forecasts and Analysis as NDAA Advances and Buyback Curbs Loom

Lockheed Martin (LMT) Stock: Dec. 17, 2025 News, Forecasts and Analysis as NDAA Advances and Buyback Curbs Loom

Lockheed Martin shares fell 0.87% to $472.91 on Wednesday after Morgan Stanley downgraded the stock and cut its price target. Reports that the White House may limit dividends and buybacks for defense contractors added pressure. The stock traded between $462.66 and $476.89 during the session. Congress advanced a nearly $1 trillion defense policy bill.
17 December 2025
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Defense Technology Stocks Today: US Defense Contractors, AI, Drones and Cyber Names React to Policy Risk and 2026 Spending Tailwinds (Dec. 17, 2025)

Defense Technology Stocks Today: US Defense Contractors, AI, Drones and Cyber Names React to Policy Risk and 2026 Spending Tailwinds (Dec. 17, 2025)

Shares of major U.S. defense contractors fell in premarket trading Wednesday after reports the Trump administration is preparing an executive order to restrict dividends, buybacks, and executive pay for firms with over-budget or delayed programs. Meanwhile, the Senate moved closer to passing a $901 billion defense bill, including a 3.8% troop pay raise, signaling continued high defense spending into 2026.
17 December 2025
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Defense & Aerospace Majors: US Stocks Week Ahead (Dec 15–19, 2025) — Boeing, Lockheed, RTX, Northrop, General Dynamics, L3Harris & HII in Focus (Updated Dec 14, 2025)

Defense & Aerospace Majors: US Stocks Week Ahead (Dec 15–19, 2025) — Boeing, Lockheed, RTX, Northrop, General Dynamics, L3Harris & HII in Focus (Updated Dec 14, 2025)

The Federal Reserve cut rates by 25 basis points on Dec. 10, boosting sentiment for defense and aerospace stocks. The House advanced a $900 billion defense bill, dropping a “right-to-repair” rule and adding procurement reforms. Boeing closed its $4.7 billion acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems, reshaping the supply chain. Investors are watching Senate action and rate volatility next week.
14 December 2025
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Lockheed Martin (LMT) Stock: This Week’s Rally, Fresh F-35 Headlines, and the Week-Ahead Outlook (Updated 12.12.2025)

Lockheed Martin (LMT) Stock: This Week’s Rally, Fresh F-35 Headlines, and the Week-Ahead Outlook (Updated 12.12.2025)

Lockheed Martin shares closed at $480.25 on Friday, Dec. 12, 2025, capping a nine-session winning streak despite a broader market decline. The stock rose 6.2% over the week. Switzerland announced it will cut its planned F-35 jet purchase to stay within budget, raising questions about future order volumes. Trading volume reached about 1.38 million shares.
13 December 2025
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Lockheed Martin Stock (LMT) Outlook: Pentagon Contracts, Golden Dome Updates, and Analyst Price Targets Since Nov. 21, 2025

Lockheed Martin Stock (LMT) Outlook: Pentagon Contracts, Golden Dome Updates, and Analyst Price Targets Since Nov. 21, 2025

Lockheed Martin Corporation (NYSE: LMT) stock has stayed in focus as a steady dividend-paying defense name—but the newsflow since Nov. 21, 2025 has added several clear, date-stamped catalysts for investors to track: a fresh run of U.S. government contract announcements tied to the F-35, multiple Pentagon and allied fighter-jet updates, and growing attention around the Trump administration’s “Golden Dome” missile-defense push. As of Dec. 11, 2025, LMT was trading around $476.84 (up about $8.90, roughly +1.9% on the session at the time of the quote). Below is a comprehensive, publication-ready breakdown of the current news, forecasts, and analyses that have
11 December 2025
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Lockheed Martin (LMT) Stock Rallies on Fresh $1.14 Billion F‑35 Deal and India Expansion: Outlook for 2026–2027

Lockheed Martin (LMT) Stock Rallies on Fresh $1.14 Billion F‑35 Deal and India Expansion: Outlook for 2026–2027

Date: December 9, 2025Ticker: Lockheed Martin Corporation (NYSE: LMT) Lockheed Martin stock is back in the spotlight after a wave of defense contracts, international deals and manufacturing investments that are reshaping investor expectations for 2026–2027. In Tuesday’s session, Lockheed Martin shares are trading around $465 per share, up roughly 3% on the day, with volume above 1.3 million shares.Smartkarma Despite the bounce, the stock remains down mid‑single digits year‑to‑date and below its record highs near $600 reached roughly a year ago.Benzinga+1 Beneath the short‑term price moves, the story on December 9 is about three big drivers: Together, these reinforce the
9 December 2025
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F-35 vs Saab Gripen: Jobs, Leaked Scores and Public Opinion Collide in Canada’s Fighter Jet Showdown

F-35 vs Saab Gripen: Jobs, Leaked Scores and Public Opinion Collide in Canada’s Fighter Jet Showdown

OTTAWA — December 8, 2025 — Canada’s long‑running quest to replace its aging CF‑18s has crystallized into a three‑way tug‑of‑war: a Swedish promise of 10,000 aerospace jobs, a leaked evaluation chart that overwhelmingly favours the U.S.‑made F‑35, and a fresh Nanos/CTV poll showing voters care more about getting the best fighter jet than maximizing domestic employment. At stake is far more than a single aircraft order. The decision will shape Canada’s defence industry, its relationship with the United States and Europe, and the Royal Canadian Air Force’s ability to defend North America for decades. Key takeaways Carney’s fighter‑jet review hits
8 December 2025
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