
The defense industry is experiencing substantial growth due to increased military conflicts worldwide, evolving security threats, ongoing military modernization efforts by nations, higher defense spending, and technological advancements.
Given the industry’s long-term growth prospects, it could be wise to buy fundamentally strong defense stocks: Astronics Corporation (ATRO), Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT), and Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. (HII), which are trading at a discount. These stocks are top-rated in our proprietary POWR Ratings system.