Lockheed Martin (LMT) stock jumps while S&P 500 slides - why investors are rushing to defence stocks as US-Iran conflict escalates
Lockheed Martin stock today: Defense stocks, including Lockheed Martin, surged over 5% as Middle East military escalation prompted investors to seek safety in the sector. This rally occurred despite broader market declines, with futures for the S&P 500 falling. The conflict's duration and its impact on global growth and inflation remain key concerns for investors.