Sensitive Lockheed Martin F-35 stealth fighter parts coated with radar-absorbing material went missing during UPS transit, prompting Pentagon and State Department investigations amid fears China could access stealth technology. The shipment was mistakenly routed through Hong Kong despite export restrictions, highlighting gaps in handling sensitive military components. Meanwhile, cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike identified AI-assisted cyberattacks on South Korean banks likely from a China-based actor. On the corporate front, Costco reported a 13% year-over-year sales increase in September, driven by strong comparable sales and e-commerce growth. PepsiCo faces investor scrutiny over North American volume recovery and margin protection, with potential risks to its full-year outlook.
Lockheed Martin shares trade at USD 500.65 on Pluang as of Oct 08, 2026 18:02 WIB, showing a modest 0.29% gain despite the sensitive F-35 parts shipment issue. CrowdStrike, linked to the reported cyberattacks, is down 0.87% at USD 263.12 on the platform. Meanwhile, Costco's stock price stands at USD 945.60 with a slight 0.36% rise, reflecting its strong sales growth noted in the news.
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