PresentationClaus JensenHead of Investor Relations Good afternoon, and welcome to Danske Bank's Q4 2025 Pre-Close Call. My name is Claus Ingar Jensen and I'm Head of Investor Relations. With me, I have Olav Jørgensen and Nicolai Tvernø from our IR team. Please note that this call is being recorded for compliance reasons, and the script used for this call will be published on the Investor Relations website after the call. Given that we conduct this call via Teams, please be aware that if you want to ask ques ...

Group 1: Palantir Technologies - Palantir's data analytics software is utilized by government defense and intelligence operations, indicating its strategic importance in the defense sector [1] - Truist upgraded Palantir to a buy rating, highlighting that the adoption of Generative AI could significantly accelerate the market impact of enterprise technology within the next five to ten years, positioning Palantir favorably for increased AI adoption by governments and enterprises [2] - The stock experienced a notable increase following the successful raid that led to the capture of Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro, showcasing its relevance in military operations [2][7] Group 2: Northrop Grumman - Northrop Grumman shares rose approximately $50 in premarket trading, reflecting positive market sentiment [3] - The stock faced a pullback after President Trump announced a halt on dividends or buybacks for defense companies until arms production increases, but rebounded after he proposed a defense budget of $1.5 trillion for 2027 [4][5] - The proposed budget aims to enhance military capabilities, emphasizing the importance of defense spending in current geopolitical contexts [5] Group 3: Generac Holdings - Generac Holdings saw an increase of about $3.10 in premarket trading, indicating positive market movement [6] - Citi analysts believe the recent pullback in Generac's stock from approximately $168 to $135 is overdone, maintaining a buy rating and projecting a potential 45% increase from current levels [7][8]

Core Viewpoint - Northrop Grumman has been awarded a contract by the U.S. Marine Corps for the development of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force Uncrewed Expeditionary Tactical Aircraft (MUX TACAIR) Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA), leveraging its uncrewed capabilities alongside Kratos' Valkyrie system to enhance air dominance in high-threat environments [1]. Group 1: Contract and Collaboration - Northrop Grumman will develop and deliver platforms that integrate its advanced sensing capabilities with Kratos' Valkyrie uncrewed aerial system, ensuring optimal performance for both crewed and uncrewed platforms [2]. - The collaboration aims to provide a cost-effective solution by packaging sensors and mission capabilities into a smaller envelope, making it compatible with uncrewed platforms [3]. Group 2: Technology and Capabilities - Northrop Grumman's mission kit includes sensors and software-defined technologies specifically designed for uncrewed aircraft, enabling various kinetic and non-kinetic effects [4]. - The open architecture autonomy software, known as Prism, will autonomously manage the aircraft's operations, enhancing operational efficiency [4]. - The Valkyrie system is equipped for diverse missions, featuring conventional takeoff and landing capabilities, enhanced runway flexibility, and customizable payload bays [4]. Group 3: Operational Readiness - Northrop Grumman and Kratos have conducted over 20 successful flight demonstrations in operationally relevant environments, providing a low-risk, expedited path to MUX TACAIR mission capability [5].

Core Viewpoint - Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. has partnered with Northrop Grumman to develop the U.S. Marine Corps' Marine Air-Ground Task Force Uncrewed Expeditionary Tactical Aircraft (MUX TACAIR) Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA), combining advanced uncrewed capabilities with crewed fighters for enhanced air dominance in high-threat environments [1][6]. Group 1: Partnership and Development - Northrop Grumman has been awarded the contract to develop the MUX TACAIR CCA, integrating its uncrewed capabilities with Kratos' Valkyrie uncrewed aerial system [1][2]. - The collaboration aims to deliver a high-capability CCA at a cost-effective price point, allowing for mass deployment alongside crewed aircraft [4][5]. Group 2: Technological Integration - The solution incorporates Northrop Grumman's mission systems and Kratos' Valkyrie, featuring a cost-effective mission kit that includes sensors and software-defined technologies tailored for uncrewed aircraft [5][6]. - Northrop Grumman's open architecture autonomy software, known as Prism, will autonomously manage the aircraft's operations, enhancing operational efficiency [5][6]. Group 3: Performance and Capabilities - The combined offering is designed to ensure survivability, connectivity, lethality, and supportability, with over 20 successful flight demonstrations validating its operational capabilities [6]. - The Valkyrie system is equipped for various missions, featuring conventional takeoff and landing capabilities, enhanced runway flexibility, and customizable payload bays [5][6].

智通财经APP获悉，美国总统唐纳德·特朗普有意提出增加美国军事预算的计划，此举措正为全球国防 类股票注入全新活力。新的一年伊始，欧洲国防股表现格外强劲，种种迹象表明，今年全球局势似乎将 由地缘政治因素主导。 周四，高盛集团编制的一篮子欧洲国防股上涨了多达3.8%，本周涨幅扩大至约13%。在美国，诺斯罗普 ·格鲁曼(NOC.US)和洛克希德·马丁(LMT.US)在盘前交易中上涨超过8%，从前一天特朗普呼吁限制该行 业的高管薪酬和股东回报导致的下跌中反弹。 亚洲的国防股也有所上涨，其中包括韩国的韩华航空航天公司、中国台湾的航空工业发展公司以及日本 的防卫机械株式会社。 "地缘政治是2026年迄今无法回避的主题，"盛宝市场(Saxo Markets)英国投资策略师尼尔·威尔逊(Neil Wilson)表示。在欧洲，涨幅最大的公司包括英国的BAE系统公司。该公司近半数收入来自美国，其股 价涨幅高达7%。德国的重型装备制造商莱茵金属公司股价涨幅高达4.1%，达到去年10月以来的最高水 平。 "对资本回报的限制是一个渐进式的负面影响，但规模可控，"摩根士丹利分析师克里斯汀·利瓦格在一 份报告中表示。她还补充道，如果对股息 ...

格隆汇1月8日｜特朗普增加美国军事预算的计划，为全球国防股注入了新动力。在这一注定由地缘政治 主导的年份里，欧洲国防股的开局表现尤为强劲。高盛集团的一篮子欧洲国防股周四上涨多达3.8%， 使本周涨幅扩大至约13%。在美国，诺斯罗普·格鲁曼公司和洛克希德·马丁公司的股价在盘前交易中飙 升超过6%，从前一天的跌势中回升；此前特朗普曾呼吁限制该行业的行政薪酬和股东回报。亚洲国防 股亦录得上涨。Saxo Markets英国投资策略师Neil Wilson表示："地缘政治是2026年迄今为止不可回避的 主题。"在欧洲，涨幅最大的是英国航空航天系统公司，该公司近一半的收入来自美国，其股价上涨多 达7%。德国防务巨头莱茵金属上涨多达4.1%，触及10月以来的最高水平。 ...

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the news is that the U.S. is moving towards a potential global conflict, as indicated by the Pentagon's budget increase to $1.5 trillion, which reflects characteristics of a nation preparing for war [1] - Former President Trump proposed increasing the U.S. military budget from $1 trillion to $1.5 trillion for the fiscal year 2027, aiming to build a "dream army" [2] Group 2 - Following the news, U.S. defense stocks surged in pre-market trading, with Northrop Grumman up 7.26%, Lockheed Martin up 7.07%, and Raytheon Technologies up 5.23%, resulting in market value increases of $5.98 billion, $8.13 billion, and $13.02 billion respectively [4] - However, during intraday trading, Trump criticized defense contractors, leading to a decline in defense stocks, with Northrop Grumman down 5.5%, Lockheed Martin down 4.82%, and Raytheon down 2.45% [4] - Trump emphasized that defense companies must invest in modern production facilities and restricted executive compensation to $5 million annually, prohibiting dividends and stock buybacks until issues are resolved [6] - Northrop Grumman spent $1.17 billion on stock buybacks and paid $964 million in dividends over the past nine months, while Lockheed Martin allocated $2.25 billion for buybacks and $2.33 billion for dividends [6]

The ADP National Employment report released on Wednesday showed that U.S. private nonfarm payrolls rose by +41K in December, weaker than expectations of +49K. Also, the U.S. JOLTs job openings fell to a 14-month low of 7.146 million in November, weaker than expectations of 7.610 million. In addition, U.S. October factory orders fell -1.3% m/m, weaker than expectations of -1.1% m/m. At the same time, the U.S. ISM services index unexpectedly rose to 54.4 in December, stronger than expectations of 52.2.In yest ...

Group 1 - U.S. defense stocks experienced a rise in pre-market trading following President Trump's call for an increase in government defense spending [1][2] - Northrop Grumman Corp. saw the largest increase with a 7.82% rise, while Lockheed Martin Corp. and L3Harris Technologies also reported significant gains of 6.52% and 6.29% respectively [1] - RTX Corp. shares climbed 4.45%, despite President Trump expressing dissatisfaction with the company's performance and threatening to block contracts if improvements are not made [1][5] Group 2 - President Trump proposed a defense budget of $1.5 trillion for 2027, emphasizing the need for a robust military [2] - Trump criticized defense companies for focusing on dividends and stock buybacks instead of investing in infrastructure, which has led to delays in military equipment deliveries [4] - Raytheon, a subsidiary of RTX Corp., has been awarded significant contracts, including a $1.7 billion deal for Patriot air and missile defense systems for Spain [8] and a $26 million rocket motor deal [9] Group 3 - RTX Corp. is ranked in the 91st percentile for quality and the 88th percentile for momentum according to Benzinga's Edge Rankings, indicating strong performance metrics [9] - Over the past year, RTX stock has increased by 60.22%, although it saw a slight decline of 2.45% to close at $660.62 on Wednesday [9]

美股军工国防股盘前集体走强，其中，洛克希德马丁、诺斯罗普格鲁曼大涨超7%，雷神技术涨超4%。 消息面上，美国总统特朗普表示，他将要求2027年军费预算从1万亿美元左右增加到1.5万亿。特朗普还 要求国防企业加大生产和研发投入，停止股票回购和派息。 ...