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Lockheed Martin beats Q3 2026 earnings estimates with record backlog of $292B

Company Fundamentals
22 Oct 2026
Gordon Thompson
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Lockheed Martin beats Q3 2026 earnings estimates with record backlog of $292B

Lockheed Martin reported strong Q3 2026 results, beating Wall Street estimates with earnings of $7.97 per share and sales of $20.7 billion, up 11% year-over-year. Net earnings rose 14% to $1.8 billion, supported by a record backlog of $292 billion, including a $52.5 billion multiyear missile contract. Despite higher profits, cash from operations and free cash flow declined slightly. The company raised its annual forecast, driven by increased missile and jet production, signaling strong future growth potential.

Lockheed Martin (LMT) shares rose 3.35% to USD 570.00 as of Oct 22, 2026 18:13 WIB on Pluang. The stock trades near its 52-week high of USD 676.70, reflecting strong investor interest. Market participants hold the stock for an average of 87 days, with all current Pluang orders being buys.

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