Could This Be the Next Stock the U.S. Government Takes a Stake In?

Core Insights - The U.S. government is set to take a 10% stake in Intel, funded by previously issued grants under the CHIPS and Science Act [1] - The White House indicated that this may not be a one-time event, suggesting potential future investments in other companies, with Lockheed Martin being a likely candidate [2] Company Overview: Lockheed Martin - Lockheed Martin is a major defense contractor, generating significant revenue from government contracts, with $13.1 billion (73%) of its $18.2 billion revenue last quarter coming from the U.S. government [4] - The company has been described as "basically an arm of the U.S. government," highlighting its close relationship with federal authorities [5] Growth Potential - Despite being profitable, Lockheed Martin's growth rate has been relatively slow in recent years, with flat sales reported last quarter [6] - Historical data shows that during President Trump's first term, Lockheed Martin experienced accelerated growth, suggesting that increased government spending on defense could enhance its attractiveness as an investment [7][8]