LOCKHEED MARTIN CORP

Lockheed Martin secured several contracts, including a $23.8 million modification for the AEGIS combat system [1] and $22.5 million for F-35 support [5]. These contracts, along with another for AEGIS and DDG-51 support [8], reinforce Lockheed's position in naval defense. The company outperformed the market despite a general downturn [3] and is projected to announce positive year-over-year earnings growth on April 22nd [3]. Potential opportunities include increased defense spending [9], potential arms sales related to trade negotiations [7], and growing global demand for defense systems [2]. While a shareholder proposal related to discrimination was withdrawn [11], another regarding political activities and human rights remains [12].