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LMT's Rotary and Mission Systems unit wins a $198M U.S. Navy contract to support next-gen sonar system upgrades.

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LMT's DRACO project cut by budget slashes, but its deep NASA ties and NEP work keep its space ambitions alive.

Key Points Designed and manufactured by Lockheed Martin, in partnership with BAe Systems and Northrop Grumman, the Lightning II originally entered service in 2016 The F-35A is the standard variant and is priced around $83 million per unit What sets these aircraft apart from the rest are a number of features that only come with the fifth generation Are you ahead, or behind on retirement? SmartAsset’s free tool can match you with a financial advisor in minutes to help you answer that today. Each advisor has been carefully vetted, and must act in your best interests. Don’t waste another minute; get started by clicking here.(Sponsor) The F-35 Lightning II is the next evolution of American aircraft, taking a leap into the fifth generation of fighter jets. Designed and manufactured by Lockheed Martin, in partnership with BAe Systems and Northrop Grumman, the Lightning II originally entered service in 2016. With a stellar record so far, and some of the best stealth tech on the mar

For years the United States has led the world in national military spending, pouring trillions of dollars into cutting-edge weapons, vehicles, and defense systems. These military projects push the limits of technology, yet they come with staggering price tags to match their ambition. We’ll look closer at some of the most expensive military projects in U.S. history as of 2025, breaking down their costs, what they were designed to do, and the controversies they’ve stirred up. Key Points Key Points The U.S. military has spent trillions on flashy weapons systems. Cost overruns mean they don’t always get their money’s worth. Are you ahead, or behind on retirement? SmartAsset’s free tool can match you with a financial advisor in minutes to help you answer that today. Each advisor has been carefully vetted, and must act in your best interests. Don’t waste another minute; get started by clicking here here.(Sponsor) F-35 Lightning II The F-35 Joint Strike Fighter holds the c

LMT delivers SPY-7 radar shipset to Japan, reflecting global demand and deepening U.S.-Japan defense ties.

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Lockheed Martin combines strategic leadership and stable operations, with solid growth in key programs, like the F-35 and precision missiles in Q1 2025. Valuation is reasonable, with a P/E FWD of 17.1x and PEG of 1.87, offering better profitability and cash flow than competitors like RTX (P/E > 24x) and Northrop Grumman (PEG 4.5x). Lockheed Martin excels in profitability: ROE over 70%, EBIT margin of 13.9%, and strong free cash flow margin (9.9%), supporting an attractive 2.7% dividend and ongoing buybacks.

Escalating Russia-Ukraine tensions spotlight LMT as demand surges for its Patriot and HIMARS defense systems.