With NOC stock price today forecast tracking procurement trends, multi-year modernization programs provide visibility for steady cash flows and dividend sustainability. Other defense companies that are likely to enjoy the perks of the expanding missiles and missile system market have been discussed below. RTX Corporation RTX: It is known for its missile defense systems like the Patriot and SM-6, which are in high demand globally. RTX also provides advanced sensors and interceptors to identify, track and defeat threats as part of a layered missile defense. The company’s long-term (three to five years) earnings growth rate is 9.1%. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for RTX’s 2025 sales indicates year-over-year growth of 6.1%. The Boeing Company BA: It manufactures various missile defense systems, including the Ground-based Midcourse Defense, Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense and Avenger. Boeing-built air and missile defense systems have been protecting its customers for nearly 25 years against threats ranging from intercontinental ballistic missiles to hostile aircraft. The company has a long-term earnings growth rate of 17.9%. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for BA’s 2025 sales indicates year-over-year growth of 28.8%. Lockheed Martin Corporation LMT: Lockheed Martin’s renowned missile program includes the Patriot Advanced Capability-3 and Terminal High-Altitude Area Defense air and missile defense programs. It also manufactures the Multiple Launch Rocket System, the Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missile and Javelin tactical missile programs alongside other tactical missiles. The company has a long-term earnings growth rate of 10.3%. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for LMT’s 2025 sales indicates year-over-year growth of 4.5%. US automaker General Motors ( GM ) stock fell over 3% before the bell on Tuesday after reporting a fall in second quarter core profit of 32% to $3 billion. The automaker said tariffs have sapped $1.1 billion from results as it continues to grapple with President Trump's challenging trade war. NOC stock price today forecast is supported by relative strength index readings approaching 60, signaling moderate buying pressure without overbought conditions.
