Lockheed Martin's Financial Triumph in Q1 2025

In a remarkable display of financial health, Lockheed Martin Corporation announced on Tuesday that its net sales for the first quarter of 2025 reached $18 billion, marking a 4.7% increase from the previous year. This period also saw the defense giant's net earnings soar by 13.3% to $1.7 billion, with diluted earnings per share (EPS) climbing 13.9% to $7.28, up from $6.39 in 2024.

Leadership Confidence and Future Outlook

"These solid first quarter results reinforce confidence in our ability to achieve the full year 2025 financial guidance we laid out in January, demonstrating the resilience and adaptability of Lockheed Martin's franchises amidst a highly dynamic geopolitical and technical environment," stated Lockheed Martin CEO Jim Taiclet.

Market Response and Projections

Following the announcement, Lockheed Martin's shares experienced a 2.98% increase in premarket trading, reaching $472 at 7:40 am ET. The company projects its full-year sales to be between $73.75 and $74.75 billion, underscoring its optimistic outlook for the remainder of 2025.