2 Best Defense Stocks for 2024
July 22, 2024 (Investorideas.com Newswire) The defence sector, historically, has been at the forefront of many technological advancements in the United States. This factor automatically makes it an industry with a high potential for growth and development. With the US government as its primary client, defence companies can offer the sort of stability and profitability that companies in other sectors otherwise cannot.
Defence companies are not only highly profitable; they are also among the most stable companies in the world and boast a high affinity for growth.
Lockheed Martin is a global leader in the aerospace, military support, security, and technology industry. Its aircraft are a mainstay in the US military.
General Dynamics is a leading aerospace and defence corporation known for its status as the US Army's go-to vendor for military tanks and land vehicles.
This year, many industries have attracted investor attention. From banking and finance to technology and even gold, these industries have enjoyed a year of profitability and growth, making them attractive landscapes for investors. The defence sector is just as lucrative as all these other sectors, if not more.
With more than five months left till the end of the year, there is still enough time for investors to reel in massive profits by investing in defence stocks. Joel Lim, a financial analyst at Tradequotex.com, has identified two defence stocks that would be great portfolio additions for investors interested in defence stocks.
Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin is an aerospace and defence manufacturer based in Bethesda, Maryland. For over 100 years, the company has designed, built, and maintained commercial and military aircraft and has become a global leader in the industry. Many Lockheed Martin aircraft, such as the Black Hawk Helicopter, the F-16 Fighting Falcon, and the C-130J Super Hercules, are mainstays in the US military.
Lockheed Martin's dominance in the aerospace and defence markets is undeniable. Its latest quarterly report perfectly captures its influence in the space. According to the report, the company saw massive increases across key metrics, such as net sales, sales growth, and operating profit.
Net sales increased by 14% to $17.2 billion, operating profit was $1.7 billion, and margins were 10.1%. Sales growth increased by 5%, driven mainly by higher volume across business segments, such as aeronautics, missiles, and fire control.
Joel Lim notes, "Lockheed Martin is an excellent investment option among defence stocks thanks to its impressive financial status and strong government support."
General Dynamics
General Dynamics is an American aerospace and defence company based in Reston, Virginia. It is one of the primary vendors of the US Army, supplying it with all kinds of tanks and land vehicles. An example is the M1 Abrams tanks recently deployed in Ukraine.
One factor that makes General Dynamics an excellent investment option for investors interested in defence stocks is its diversity. The company caters to various defence sectors, from aviation to maritime and ground systems. This diversity means more revenue sources and opportunities for growth and development.
Joel Lim notes, "General Dynamics' revenue stability makes it one of the most lucrative investment options in the defence sector."
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