Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) beats Q2-2026 adjusted Non-GAAP EPS consensus of approx. USD 7.60 per share (July 22, 2026, before market open)
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Published on 20. July 2026
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Predicted for 22. July 2026
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Based on: Historical Cycle
LMT benefits structurally in 2026 from defense budget ramp-ups: NATO members average 2.7% of GDP; the FY2026 Pentagon budget stands at USD 890bn. In Q1 2026, LMT beat consensus by ~8% (USD 7.37 vs. 6.82). The company has beaten EPS consensus in six consecutive quarters. F-35 delivery pace and HIMARS orders are on track. Bookmaker odds imply ~73% beat probability.
Data basis for this prediction
- LMT Q1 2026 EPS: $7,37 actual vs. $6,82 Konsens (Investopedia, April 2026)
- Pentagon-Budget FY2026: $890 Mrd. (US DoD, Oktober 2025)
- NATO-Ausgaben Ø 2,7% BIP (NATO HQ, März 2026)
- LMT Beat-Rate: 6/6 Quartale (Bloomberg Consensus, Juli 2026)
Note: This is an AI-generated statistical forecast for entertainment and information purposes. It does not constitute investment advice or a recommendation to buy or sell any financial instrument.
Verdict: Pending
This prediction is still open. It will be evaluated automatically against real-world sources after its due date.
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