Geopolitical Implications - The U.S has halted the delivery of air-defense interceptors and other weapons intended for Ukraine [1] - The U.S is redirecting these weapons to reinforce Pentagon stocks [1]

Core Insights - Kitron has secured a EUR 4 million order for electronics modules intended for airborne radar applications in the US market, indicating a strong position in the defense sector [1] - The production will utilize Kitron's existing manufacturing capacity in Europe, with deliveries expected to commence in 2026 [1] Company Overview - Kitron is a prominent Scandinavian electronics manufacturing services company, operating in sectors such as Connectivity, Electrification, Industry, Medical devices, and Defence/Aerospace [2] - The company has a workforce of approximately 2,400 employees and reported revenues of EUR 647 million in 2024 [2]

Will Somerindyke founded a military supply chain and logistics company called Regulus Global a decade ago. Now, he’s raising hundreds of millions for a new defense tech play. (Illustration: Samantha Lee For Forbes via Google Gemini AI) https://t.co/f1qt8lSO80 https://t.co/iGSTcymm3R ...

BETHESDA, Md., July 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) will webcast live its second quarter 2025 earnings results conference call (listen-only mode) on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at 11 a.m. ET. James Taiclet, chairman, president and CEO; Evan Scott, chief financial officer; and Maria Ricciardone, vice president, Treasurer and Investor Relations, will discuss second quarter 2025 results, provide updates on key topics and answer questions. Second quarter 2025 results will be published prior to t ...

RT Christopher Mims 🤌 (@mims)Silicon Valley is going to war -- and young techies who previously objected to being a part of the defense industry are piling in.In the latest episode of The Wall Street Journal's new interview podcast Bold Names, we talked to the CEO of Booz Allen about a lot of things -- layoffs on account of DOGE among them -- but the most interesting was his take on all these new startups (and existing big tech companies) turning into defense contractors. ...

Group 1: RTX Corporation and Raytheon - RTX Corporation's unit, Raytheon, secured a $49.8 million modification contract for the manufacturing, assembly, testing, and delivery of Standard Missile-6 (SM-6) Tactical All-Up Rounds to support full-rate production [1][9] - The majority of the contract work will be performed in Tucson, AZ, and East Camden, AR, with completion projected by April 2029 [1][9] - The SM-6 missile provides defense against air, surface, and ballistic threats, with over 500 units delivered to the U.S. Navy, indicating strong demand for its advanced features [4][9] Group 2: Market Trends and Growth Projections - Rising military conflicts and national security concerns have led to increased focus on missile defense systems globally, with a forecasted compound annual growth rate of 5% for the global missiles and missile defense system market from 2025 to 2030 [2][3] - RTX has a competitive advantage with a portfolio of combat-proven missiles, including the SM-6, which positions the company favorably in the expanding market [3] Group 3: Prospects for Other Defense Stocks - Northrop Grumman (NOC) is involved in high-speed, long-range strike weapons and advanced missile defense technology, with a long-term earnings growth rate of 3.3% and a projected 2.8% sales growth for 2025 [5][6] - Boeing (BA) manufactures various missile defense systems and has a long-term earnings growth rate of 18.1%, with a projected 25.6% sales growth for 2025 [7] - Lockheed Martin (LMT) offers a range of missile defense programs and has a long-term earnings growth rate of 10.5%, with a projected 4.7% sales growth for 2025 [8][10] Group 4: RTX Stock Performance - RTX shares have increased by 25.1% over the past six months, outperforming the industry growth of 23.3% [11]

RT David Jeans (@DavidJeans2)New- Will Somerindyke supplied munitions to warzones for years.Now with investor BVVC, he's joined the defense tech boom, and is in talks to raise "hundreds of millions" for Union, a startup making artillery shells.https://t.co/4CN4zjf78U ...

Within the space and defense industry, the world’s largest players often dominate the discussion. This includes companies like Lockheed Martin NYSE: LMT and RTX NYSE: RTX. These firms manufacture F-35 fighter jets and the Patriot missile defense system, respectively. Products like these have allowed them to attain huge market capitalizations. However, the space and defense industry is far from bereft of up-and-coming players that are making a name for themselves. Working with giants like Lockheed indicates ...

Will Somerindyke founded a military supply chain and logistics company called Regulus Global a decade ago. Now, he’s raising hundreds of millions for a new defense tech play. (Illustration: Samantha Lee For Forbes via Google Gemini AI) https://t.co/03mv6BF8Fu https://t.co/izCCWrLKzb ...

RTX TodayRTXRTX$146.17 +1.51 (+1.04%) 52-Week Range$99.07▼$149.26Dividend Yield1.86%P/E Ratio42.87Price Target$161.12Add to WatchlistThe global market is currently defined by two powerful and distinct currents: rising geopolitical instability and a resilient demand for commercial air travel. Few companies are built to navigate both of these worlds, but RTX Corporation NYSE: RTX is uniquely structured to do so. The aerospace and defense giant operates under a dual mandate, serving governments that are build ...