Ultra Electronics ditches 180m submarine takeover on US fears

Embattled submarine hunter Ultra Electronics killed off the takeover of its US partner on Monday because of rising fears in Washington about a monopoly. The UK-based military supplier's A 180 million deal for its joint venture partner, New York-listed Sparton Corporation, has been stymied by US officials who want the pair to compete for American navy contracts instead of merging.

Precision Castparts (PCP) versus Rockwell Collins (COL) Critical Analysis

Precision Castparts and Rockwell Collins are both large-cap industrials companies, but which is the better stock? We will contrast the two businesses based on the strength of their earnings, valuation, dividends, risk, profitability, analyst recommendations and institutional ownership. Rockwell Collins has a consensus price target of $130.53, indicating a potential downside of 3.96%.

The Cockpit Nexus of Sensor and Data Fusion: Elbit Systems of America …

"Elbit Systems of America is the innovation leader in integrating the multi-dimensional, connected aspects of air operations into the cockpit," stated , president and chief executive officer of Elbit Systems of America. "The capabilities we offer are at the center of sensor and data fusion for the pilot.

Critical Analysis: Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman and Arconic are both large-cap industrials companies, but which is the better business? We will contrast the two companies based on the strength of their institutional ownership, analyst recommendations, profitability, valuation, earnings, risk and dividends. Northrop Grumman currently has a consensus price target of $320.16, indicating a potential downside of 3.77%.

Northrop Grumman (NOC) vs. AeroVironment (AVAV) Critical Analysis

Northrop Grumman and AeroVironment are both industrials companies, but which is the better stock? We will compare the two companies based on the strength of their earnings, risk, valuation, profitability, institutional ownership, dividends and analyst recommendations. Northrop Grumman currently has a consensus target price of $302.54, suggesting a potential downside of 4.71%.

Expensive US Spy Satellite Presumed Lost After SpaceX Mission Goes Awry

An expensive, highly-classified U.S. spy satellite is presumed lost after it failed to reach orbit aboard a SpaceX rocket Sunday, causing it to either burn up in the atmosphere or crash into the sea. A Space Exploration Technologies Corp. Falcon 9 rocket was launched from Cape Canaveral, Fla., on Sunday evening carrying a spy satellite code-named Zuma.

Zacks Investment Research Lowers Energy Focus (EFOI) to Hold

According to Zacks, "Energy Focus, Inc. is a leading provider and innovator of energy efficient LED lighting products. As the creator of the only 100-percent flicker-free LED products on the market, Energy Focus products provide extensive energy savings, aesthetics, safety and health benefits over conventional and fluorescent lighting.

Investment Analysts’ Updated EPS Estimates for January, 1st…

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Lockheed joins Gray Wolf missile development program

The Air Force has awarded Lockheed Martin the second deal, after Northrop Grumman, for development and demonstration of a new low-cost cruise missile called Gray Wolf. The terms of the $110 million deal were made public by Lockheed Martin on Wednesday in announcing the five-year contract for phase 1 of Gray Wolf development.

Parker-Hannifin agrees to sell Facet filtration business in DoJ settlement

The U.S. Department of Justice says it has reached a settlement with Parker-Hannifin requiring the company to divest the Facet filtration business, including the aviation fuel filtration assets acquired from Clarcor in February. The DoJ's Antitrust Division filed suit in September after saying the acquisition eliminated competition in the development, manufacture and sale of qualified filtration products necessary for the proper filtration of aviation fuel used in commercial and military aircraft.

German military kicks off heavy lift helicopter competition: source

BERLIN: Germany's military has approved plans to buy 45 to 60 new heavy-lift helicopters, kicking off a competition between the two largest US weapons makers for the contract worth nearly 4 billion euros , a military source said on Friday. Lockheed Martin Corp will bid with its massive CH-53K helicopter, while Boeing Co will seek to sell its smaller twin-rotor CH-47.

Moog (MOG) vs. Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) Financial Comparison

Moog and Huntington Ingalls Industries are both mid-cap industrials companies, but which is the better investment? We will compare the two companies based on the strength of their institutional ownership, valuation, risk, dividends, analyst recommendations, earnings and profitability. This is a breakdown of current ratings and price targets for Moog and Huntington Ingalls Industries, as reported by MarketBeat.com.

Working to restore a C-141 to its former glory: ‘Starlifter’ restoration continues at the Marietta Museum of History

Aviation Museum Volunteer Boone Barnes, looks up as fellow volunteers, John Kennedy, Bill Hepler, Don Dykes and Randy Shepherd, secure one piece of the leading-edge part onto the left wing of a C-141 aircraft on Wednesday.

Comparing Northrop Grumman Corporation

Northrop Grumman Corporation and American Science & Engineering are both aerospace companies, but which is the superior investment? We will compare the two companies based on the strength of their profitability, earnings, risk, institutional ownership, valuation, analyst recommendations and dividends. Northrop Grumman Corporation has higher revenue and earnings than American Science & Engineering.

Reviewing Hexcel Corporation

Hexcel Corporation and AeroVironment are both aerospace companies, but which is the superior stock? We will compare the two companies based on the strength of their dividends, analyst recommendations, risk, profitability, institutional ownership, valuation and earnings. Hexcel Corporation has a beta of 1.04, indicating that its share price is 4% more volatile than the S&P 500.

Trump facilitates deals for Boeing, Lockheed during meeting with Greek PM

President Donald Trump is striking deals for U.S. companies at the same time as he is working to improve foreign relations. Speaking at the White House on Tuesday, Trump said the U.S. was working with the southeastern European country to help strengthen its economy and security systems.

Sen. King lobbies students to be Maine’s future

A lot of things are made in Maine, and as a generation of engineers is poised to retire manufacturers are looking to fill the ranks. At a Manufacturing Day celebration Tuesday, hosted at Pratt and Whitney in North Berwick, U.S. Senator Angus King, I-Maine, said there are a thousand jobs in manufacturing in Maine that are empty today and that need smart people.