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West Asia Conflict Fuels Defence Stock Boom: US, Israeli Firms Soar to Record Highs

US defence giants have seen billions added to their market value since the war began on February 28. (Representational image: US Army)

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News18•10-03-2026, 21:58

West Asia Conflict Fuels Defence Stock Boom: US, Israeli Firms Soar to Record Highs

•Escalating West Asia conflict drives a significant rally in US and Israeli defence stocks, now in its eleventh day.
•US giants Lockheed Martin, RTX, and Northrop Grumman see billions added to market value, with high demand for THAAD, PAC-3, AMRAAM, and B-2 bombers.
•Israeli firms Elbit Systems, IAI, and Rafael Advanced Defense Systems showcase advanced defence-tech like directed-energy lasers and Arrow 3 interceptors, experiencing surging interest.
•Drone warfare and AI-driven autonomy boost firms like Palantir Technologies, NextVision, and Smart Shooter, integrating dual-use technologies into modern units.
•Analysts predict sustained growth for the defence industry despite conflict volatility, citing proposed US defence budget and rising global arms transfers.

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