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The US is reportedly low on air defense interceptors and long-range standoff missiles, according to a defense analyst. The Pentagon's FY 2027 budget plans to increase procurement of these weapons, benefiting companies like Leidos (NYSE:LDOS), Northrop Grumman (NYSE:NOC), Lockheed Martin (NYSE:LMT), RTX (NYSE:RTX), and L3Harris (NYSE:LHX). These companies have seen recent contract wins and revenue growth in defense-related sectors.

Lockheed Martin (LMT) and RTX (RTX) have gained 10.3% and 6.6% YTD, while Northrop Grumman (NOC) is down 6.8%. The U.S. spent $33.4B on war efforts, including $22.3B on munitions, leading to inventory shortages. Investors may consider defense stocks amid potential increased demand due to ongoing conflicts.

RTX Corp (NYSE: RTX) secured a $105.6M contract modification for AMRAAM missile parts, funded by U.S. and international budgets. The company is trading at $190.99, 23.3% above its GF Value™ of $154.96, indicating modest overvaluation. RTX has a GF Score™ of 80/100, reflecting strong financial health but mixed insider activity.

RTX's Raytheon has received a $105.6 million contract modification from the US Air Force. This contract award may impact RTX's financial performance and investor sentiment.

Raytheon Co. won a $105.6M contract modification for missile parts, with work in Tucson, Arizona, and completion by 2027. The contract includes military sales to 30 countries. Funding is allocated from fiscal 2025 missile procurement, Navy weapons procurement, and Foreign Military Sales funds.

Raytheon Co. received a $34.36 million contract from the U.S. Department of War for V-22 Tactical Software Suite support. The contract includes engineering and technical services for the Air Force, Marine Corps, and Navy, with work set to be completed by August 2028. Funding is sourced from multiple fiscal year appropriations, primarily from fiscal 2026.