Zelenskyy Announces Capture Of Another Russian Village As Ukraine Pushes Deeper Into Kursk
Portfolio Pulse from Michael Juliano
Ukrainian forces have captured another Russian village as they push deeper into the Kursk region, while Russia claims to have taken control of a village in eastern Ukraine. Defense stocks, including RTX, LMT, and NOC, saw gains amid these developments.

August 22, 2024 | 3:45 pm
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IShares U.S. Aerospace & Defense ETF rose 0.22% as defense stocks gained amid the Ukraine-Russia conflict.
The ETF, which tracks defense stocks, benefited from increased investor interest due to the ongoing conflict.
CONFIDENCE 85
IMPORTANCE 60
RELEVANCE 70
POSITIVE IMPACT
Lockheed Martin Corporation's stock rose 0.43% as defense stocks gained traction due to the Ukraine-Russia conflict.
Increased military tensions have led to a rise in defense stocks, benefiting Lockheed Martin's stock price.
CONFIDENCE 90
IMPORTANCE 70
RELEVANCE 80
POSITIVE IMPACT
Northrup Grumman Corporation's stock increased by 0.55% as defense stocks rallied due to the Ukraine-Russia conflict.
The conflict has spurred interest in defense stocks, positively impacting Northrup Grumman's stock price.
CONFIDENCE 90
IMPORTANCE 70
RELEVANCE 80
POSITIVE IMPACT
Invesco Aerospace & Defense ETF gained 0.09% as defense stocks saw upward movement amid Ukraine-Russia tensions.
The ETF's performance reflects the broader trend of rising defense stocks due to geopolitical tensions.
CONFIDENCE 85
IMPORTANCE 60
RELEVANCE 70
POSITIVE IMPACT
RTX Corporation's stock gained 0.31% amid increased military activity between Ukraine and Russia, reflecting investor interest in defense stocks.
The ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia has heightened demand for defense-related stocks, leading to a positive impact on RTX's stock price.
CONFIDENCE 90
IMPORTANCE 70
RELEVANCE 80
POSITIVE IMPACT
SPDR S&P Aerospace & Defense ETF improved 0.13% as defense stocks gained amid the Ukraine-Russia conflict.
The ETF's rise is attributed to increased interest in defense stocks amid ongoing military tensions.
CONFIDENCE 85
IMPORTANCE 60
RELEVANCE 70