defense

Wedbush analyst Daniel Ives reiterated confidence in Palantir Technologies Inc.‘s (NASDAQ:PLTR) growth prospects after the software firm disclosed a deal with the North Atlantic Treaty Organization amid its growing “federal and commercial” portfolio. What Happened: Ives said in a...

Rising geopolitical tensions have investors interested in defense stocks. The iShares US Aerospace & Defense ETF (BATS:ITA) has gained 5.43% YTD and the Invesco Aerospace & Defense ETF (NYSE:PPA) is up 2.20% YTD. As NATO ramps up spending and global conflicts remain unresolved, companies...

U.S. forces, in collaboration with Iraqi intelligence and security services, successfully killed a high-profile leader of ISIS in a precision airstrike on Thursday in western Iraq. Abdallah Makki Muslih al-Rifai, known by his alias “Abu Khadijah,” was one of the most dangerous...

French satellite operator Eutelsat Communications S.A. has risen over 630% since Monday, following President Donald Trump‘s announcement of a freeze in Ukraine’s military aid. What Happened: Eutelsat’s surge comes as the French company is in talks with the European Union to...

While European defense stocks soar, their American counterparts are stuck in the trenches. As reported by the Financial Times, President Donald Trump‘s renewed calls for Europe to shoulder its own security burden paired with plans to trim Pentagon spending have clipped the wings of U.S....

President Donald Trump has called for NATO members to significantly increase their spending on defense, suggesting a target of 5% of gross domestic product to go toward military spending.  What To Know: Trump reiterated the 5% of GDP spending goal on Monday following his inauguration,...

Amid escalating geopolitical tensions, U.S. companies are increasingly cautious about engaging with Taiwan’s initiative to establish a “democratic supply chain.” What Happened: U.S. firms are wary of collaborating with Taiwan due to China’s significant influence in the...

While RTX Corp (NYSE:RTX) is set to gain altitude with its steady growth trajectory, Boeing Co (NYSE:BA) still has to prove it can deliver beyond just maintaining expectations. Analyst Seth M. Seifman breaks down why RTX, formerly Raytheon Technologies Corp., is the preferred pick while Boeing...

Battle lines are drawn in the defense sector. On one side, Palantir Technologies Inc (NASDAQ:PLTR) riding high on a meteoric stock surge of over 350% this year. On the other, defense titan Lockheed Martin Corp (NYSE:LMT), grappling with sluggish stock performance and stiff competition from a rising...

Elon Musk, Donald Trump‘s pick to co-lead the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), has voiced strong criticism against the F-35 stealth fighter program, advocating for the use of drones over manned jets. What Happened: On Sunday, Musk shared a video on his social media platform X, ...

Lockheed Martin Corp (NYSE:LMT) is making headlines on multiple fronts, from clean energy advancements to securing lucrative defense contracts. LMT stock has faced a 13% decline over the past month, but the company's operational strength and strategic initiatives remain in focus. Europe's Largest...

Amid rising tensions between the United States and China, a senior adviser from Beijing has issued a stark warning about the potential repercussions of President-elect Donald Trump‘s proposed tariffs on Chinese goods. The adviser highlighted the significant impact these tariffs could have on...

President-elect Donald Trump's proposed Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, is raising questions about the future of U.S. defense contractors and government IT firms. Could the defense budget flatten—or even fall? And who stands to gain in this new...

Lockheed Martin Corp (NYSE:LMT) shares nudged up by 1.07% on Monday as reports emerged that Taiwan might be loading up on U.S. defense tech, with Lockheed's Aegis destroyer and F-35 fighter jets at the top of the list. This potential purchase aligns with Taiwan’s move to show its defense...

Palantir Technologies Inc.‘s (NYSE:PLTR) market capitalization has exceeded that of traditional defense industry leader Lockheed Martin Corp. (NYSE:LMT), marking a significant shift in the defense and technology sector landscape. What Happened: The data analytics company’s market value...