Innovative Software Development, Recognitions, New Contracts, Successful Missile Delivery, and Financial Results - Research Report on Boeing, Lockheed Martin, General Dynamics, Smith & Wesson, and ATK
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NEW YORK, September 20, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --
Today, Analysts' Corner announced new research reports highlighting Boeing Co. (NYSE: BA), Lockheed Martin Corporation (NYSE: LMT), General Dynamics Corp. (NYSE: GD), Smith & Wesson Holding Corporation (NASDAQ: SWHC), and Alliant Techsystems Inc. (NYSE: ATK). Today's readers may access these reports free of charge - including full price targets, industry analysis and analyst ratings - via the links below.
Boeing Co. Research Report
On September 16, 2013, Boeing Co. (Boeing) announced that it has developed a new software for its Cyber Range-in-a-Box (CRIAB) cybersecurity training tool. According to the Company, the new software, called CRIAB 2.0, creates more-realistic virtual environments up to six times faster than previous versions, making the training more effective while decreasing costs. Also, the new software provides governments and industry customers the ability to test security solutions and train security personnel in a realistic network environment. "CRIAB 2.0 helps customers meet the ever-increasing need for skilled cybersecurity professionals who can interpret data and take protective actions against cyber attacks," said Dewey Houck, Vice President and General Manager of Boeing Electronic and Information Solutions. "Our customers will be able to improve their networks' overall cybersecurity while improving training of personnel." The Full Research Report on Boeing Co. - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.analystscorner.com/r/full_research_report/f586_BA]
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Lockheed Martin Corporation Research Report
On September 16, 2013, Lockheed Martin Corp. (Lockheed Martin) announced that it has been named to the 2013 Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index. "We are encouraged by this prestigious recognition because our inclusion was based solely on publicly available data," said Leo S. Mackay, Jr., Vice President of Ethics and Sustainability for Lockheed Martin. "It is an acknowledgment of Lockheed Martin's progress in disclosure and transparency of our on-going sustainability practices." Further, the Company also informed that it has recently been recognized as one of the top companies worldwide on the CDP 2013 Global Carbon Performance Leadership Index. The Full Research Report on Lockheed Martin Corporation - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.analystscorner.com/r/full_research_report/5cf2_LMT]
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General Dynamics Corp. Research Report
On September 13, 2013, General Dynamics Land Systems - Force Protection Europe, a subsidiary of a business unit of General Dynamics, announced that it has been awarded a $36.3 million contract for an additional 24 Foxhound light tactical blast-protected vehicles, by the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) to expand the latter's fleet to 400 vehicles. According to the Company, Foxhound vehicles provide enhanced mobility and blast survivability to troops operating in urban environments. The Company informed that production of the first Foxhound vehicles began in 2011 and since June 2012, the vehicles have been deployed in Afghanistan for use by British troops operating in mentoring and partnering roles with the Afghan National Security Forces. The Full Research Report on General Dynamics Corp. - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.analystscorner.com/r/full_research_report/3505_GD]
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Smith & Wesson Holding Corporation Research Report
On September 5, 2013, Smith & Wesson Holding Corp. (Smith & Wesson) reported its Q1 FY 2014 financial results (period ended July 30, 2013). The Company reported net sales of $171.0 million, an increase of $25.8% YoY during the quarter. The Company posted net income of $26.5 million or $0.40 per diluted share, in Q1 FY 2014, compared with net income of $17.8 million or $0.27 per diluted share in Q1 FY 2013. Commenting on the results, James Debney, Smith & Wesson's President and CEO, stated, "Our results for the first quarter of fiscal 2014 reflect the continued successful execution of our growth strategy. We delivered improvements across all of our key metrics, including a meaningful increase in year-over-year sales and significant expansion of our gross margins. Ongoing increases in our manufacturing capacity, combined with strong consumer demand for firearms, resulted in increased market share and higher sales of our most popular M&P® products." The Company further informed that for Q2 FY 2014, it anticipates net sales to be between $135.0 million and $140.0 million and GAAP diluted EPS from continuing operations to be between $0.20 and $0.22. The Full Research Report on Smith & Wesson Holding Corporation - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.analystscorner.com/r/full_research_report/1bd7_SWHC]
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Alliant Techsystems Inc. Research Report
On September 17, 2013, Alliant Techsystems Inc. (ATK) announced that it has successfully delivered the 100th Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile (AARGM) to the U.S. Navy. "This is a very special milestone for ATK as it marks significant progress in fielding this much-needed capability for the warfighter," said Bill Kasting, Vice President and General Manager for ATK's Defense Electronic Systems division. "Our success would not have been possible without the strong support and steadfast dedication of the U.S. Navy, Italian Air Force and our industry partners, and we continue to focus on delivering AARGM's game-changing capabilities." According to the Company, AARGM achieved Initial Operational Capability in July 2012 and has been in Full Rate Production since August 2012, and aims to achieve Full Operational Capability (FOC) in September 2014. The Full Research Report on Alliant Techsystems Inc. - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.analystscorner.com/r/full_research_report/29c5_ATK]
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