Lockheed Martin Ventures to invest $100M in European defense firms as Q2 2026 earnings rebound and backlog hits a record $230B
Lockheed Martin said it is raising its full-year guidance after a strong Q2 2026 performance, driven by easing prior-year one-time program losses and continued missile demand. The company reported record backlog of $230B and highlighted major contract wins, while Lockheed Martin Ventures plans a $100M investment in European defense firms focused on emerging technologies including quantum, sensing, autonomy, and advanced manufacturing.