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Lockheed Martin set to report Q2 earnings as Venus JV signals propulsion innovation

Jul 23, 2026, 2:51 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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Strong EPS beat potential and a strategic propulsion JV could lift sentiment and multiple expansion; history shows LMT moves on beat/no-beat scenarios and on major defense tech collaborations (example: past programs and partnerships influencing margins and backlog).

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Lockheed Martin is slated to unveil Q2 results before the open on July 23, with consensus EPS of $7.20 and revenue of $19.33B. A July 21 joint development agreement with Venus Aerospace on next-generation propulsion for long-range fires adds a strategic growth vector beyond the earnings print. The stock closed up 1.4% at $514.36 ahead of the print, signaling upside sentiment into the report.

LMT to report Q2 earnings before market on July 23. EPS seen at $7.20.
Revenue consensus is $19.33B; prior year revenue was $18.16B.
Venus Aerospace joint tech deal announced July 21 to advance propulsion.
LMT shares rose 1.4% to $514.36 as investors await results.

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