Defense Stocks Surge as Israel-Iran Conflict Intensifies

Defense stocks saw significant gains on Friday, June 13, 2025, following Israel’s coordinated military operation against Iran. The operation targeted nuclear facilities and other key infrastructure across the country, with major aerospace and defense companies like Lockheed Martin (LMT), Northrop Grumman (NOC), and RTX Corporation (RTX) experiencing substantial upward movement. This escalation in Middle East tensions sent investors flocking to these sectors as they anticipate heightened military spending.