Core Insights - L3Harris Technologies, Inc. (LHX) is valued at a market cap of $52.1 billion and is a leading player in the aerospace and defense technology sector, providing advanced solutions across multiple domains [1][2] Company Overview - LHX specializes in communication systems, avionics, surveillance and reconnaissance equipment, electronic warfare, space systems, and missile propulsion through its Aerojet Rocketdyne division [1] - The company is classified as a "large-cap stock" due to its valuation of $10 billion or more, maintaining a strong strategic position as one of the largest global defense contractors [2] Stock Performance - LHX shares have declined 9.6% from their 52-week high of $308.12, reached on October 9, while the stock has increased by 2.2% over the past three months, underperforming the Nasdaq Composite's 8.7% rise [3] - Over the past 52 weeks, LHX stock has gained 17%, slightly underperforming the Nasdaq's 19.7% increase, but on a year-to-date basis, shares are up 32.4%, outperforming the Nasdaq's 22.1% rise [4] - The stock has been trading above its 200-day moving average since mid-May but has dipped below its 50-day moving average since mid-November [4] Market Reactions - On November 21, LHX shares fell more than 2% as defense stocks declined following reports of a US-Russia peace plan regarding the Ukraine conflict [5] - LHX has significantly outperformed its competitor, Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT), which has seen a 12.6% decline over the past 52 weeks and a 5.4% drop year-to-date [5] Analyst Ratings - The stock has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy" from 20 analysts, with a mean price target of $331.31, indicating a potential premium of 19% to current levels [5]