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defense: Archive
Do Options Traders Know Something About Elbit Systems Stock We Don't?
by Zacks Equity Research
Investors need to pay close attention to ESLT stock based on the movements in the options market lately.
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Howmet Aerospace Stock Surges 65.6% YTD: Is It Still Worth Buying?
by Avisekh Bhattacharjee
HWM soars 65.6% YTD on aerospace and defense strength, but investors must weigh growth prospects against rich valuation.
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Axon Enterprise Stock Surges 33.9% YTD: Should Investors Buy or Wait?
by Avisekh Bhattacharjee
AXON shares have surged 33.9% YTD on strong device and software growth, but high costs and valuation raise caution flags.
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Axon Enterprise vs. Kratos: Which Defense & Security Stock has Greater Upside?
by Avisekh Bhattacharjee
KTOS lands billion-dollar hypersonics deal as AXON rides TASER and body cam growth, but rising costs cloud its outlook.
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Find Big Beautiful Profits in Trump's Budget Bill
by David Bartosiak
Regardless of how you feel about the President's massive spending bill, it presents major opportunities for investors. Join Dave as he follows the money to big profits by focusing on the sectors poised to benefit.
KTOSPositive Net Change AXONPositive Net Change
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Bull of the Day: Astronics (ATRO)
by Shaun Pruitt
Astronics' (ATRO) valuation separates it from the growing number of aerospace and defense stocks that have reached new highs this year.
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Company News for Jun 18, 2025
by Zacks Equity Research
Companies in The News Are: RUN, LHX, JBL, MPC
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Stock Market News for Jun 18, 2025
by Zacks Equity Research
Wall Street closed lower on Tuesday, pulled down by a broad-based slump.
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Defense Giant Hits All-Time High Amid Israel-Iran Conflict
by Bryan Hayes
The latest developments in the Middle East understandably have many investors on edge. Defense stocks are a good way to smooth out any related volatility.
RTXPositive Net Change
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ASTS vs. IRDM: Which Satellite Connectivity Stock Should You Bet on?
by Supriyo Bose
IRDM's steady earnings growth, defense ties and lower valuation may give it an edge over high-flying ASTS.
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Stock Market News for Jun 16, 2025
by Zacks Equity Research
Wall Street closed sharply lower on Friday, pulled down by tech and financial stocks.
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Company News for Jun 16, 2025
by Zacks Equity Research
Companies in The News Are: RTX, AAL, ADBE, NVDA
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SkyWater Soars 23% in a Month: Should You Buy the Stock or Wait?
by Akashlina Dewanjee
SKYT's acquisition of Fab 25, ThermaView launch and rising quantum computing demand present a compelling entry point in the stock in 2025.
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Axon Enterprise Trades Near 52-Week High: Should You Buy Now or Wait?
by Avisekh Bhattacharjee
AXON trades near its 52-week high as strong device sales, rising ARR and new drone ventures fuel investor optimism.
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Howmet Aerospace Trades Near 52-Week High: Is the Stock Still a Buy?
by Avisekh Bhattacharjee
HWM nears its 52-week high after a 100% surge, backed by strong aerospace demand and robust defense spending.
BAPositive Net Change GEPositive Net Change HWMPositive Net Change RTXPositive Net Change
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Will Palantir Stock Keep Surging After Expanding Government Contracts?
by Shaun Pruitt
Capitalizing on its focus on the intelligence communities, data analytics, and artificial intelligence software provider Palantir (PLTR) saw its stock surge as much as +9% on Friday.
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Time to Buy Aerospace Defense Stocks for Higher Highs
by Shaun Pruitt
Among the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) list, several Aerospace Defense stocks are standing out and have reached new 52-week highs this week.
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Bull of the Day: Safran (SAFRY)
by Ethan Feller
Safran, a France-based Aerospace and Defense stock has surged in recent months due to shifting geopolitical trends and upward trending earnings revisions
SAFRYPositive Net Change
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New Strong Buy Stocks for May 22nd
by Zacks Equity Research
ESLT, FTS, MTG, ERO and CCRD have been added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List on May 22, 2025.
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SIFCO Industries Q2 Loss Narrower, Stock Declines Post-Earnings
by Zacks Equity Research
SIF reports narrower losses in the second quarter of fiscal 2025, with improved margins and strong backlog growth despite challenges in raw material sourcing.
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BAER Stock Gains Post Record Q1 Earnings and Revenue Performances
by Zacks Equity Research
Bridger Aerospace witnesses record first-quarter 2025 revenues, improved loss metrics, and strong 2025 guidance backed by early deployments and new contracts.
BAERPositive Net Change
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3 Stocks to Watch as Trump Reaches Trade Deal with the U.K.: BP, NOMD, RYCEY
by Shaun Pruitt
Several British ADRs are standing out and may be worthy of investors' consideration, with President Trump reaching a trade deal with the U.K. on Thursday.
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New Strong Buy Stocks for May 6th
by Zacks Equity Research
MAIA, BYRN, OCX, BBVA and HMY have been added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List on May 6, 2025.
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The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights Lockheed Martin and General Dynamics
by Zacks Equity Research
Lockheed Martin and General Dynamics are included in this Analyst Blog.
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Why the Zacks Rank is More Important Than Ever
by Shaun Pruitt
Following the Zacks Rank will allow investors to see which stocks are navigating a tariff-induced economic slowdown effectively as the Trump administration has implemented the highest tariffs on imports in over a century.
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