Lockheed Martin (LMT)

Lockheed Martin's price has jumped roughly 14% above where it sat just a month ago.

What is going on right now?

The stock has climbed fast and far in a short time, with nearly twice the usual daily trading activity behind the move. A reported 10-year, $850 billion F-35 deal with the Pentagon is the headline driving attention.

How is the business itself doing?

The company builds fighter jets, missiles, and defense systems for governments. Its revenue grew about 11% and its earnings grew close to 15% over the past year, on a profit margin just above 8%.

What stands out?

It moves very little compared to the broader market, with a price-swing score of just 0.095. That calm temperament makes this recent sprint especially unusual for Lockheed specifically.

What comes next?

The details and timing of that massive F-35 contract will shape whether the recent jump in activity and price sticks around.