Shares of Lockheed Martin Corporation $LMT rallied 2.15% on Thursday, closing at $466.40 USD on the NYSE—up $9.80 from the previous session. The intraday chart displayed a strong upward trajectory from the opening bell, with LMT ending near the session high. This move not only snapped a short-term downtrend but also suggested a potential bullish reversal as investor sentiment shifted back in favor of defense equities. After posting negative returns over five days (-2.39%), one month (-1.36%), and six months (-5.89%), the day’s breakout marked a technical recovery for the stock. It outperformed major indices and defense peers, drawing attention to possible sector rotation amidst rising geopolitical and defense budget tailwinds.