LMT (company)

LMT, often referring to Lockheed Martin Corporation, is a global aerospace, defense, security, and technology company. Founded in 1995 through the merger of Lockheed Corporation and Martin Marietta, Lockheed Martin is headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland. The company engages in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration, and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products, and services.

Lockheed Martin operates in four main business segments: Aeronautics, Missiles and Fire Control, Rotary and Mission Systems, and Space. These segments encompass a wide range of activities, including the production of military aircraft (such as the F-35 Lightning II), missile systems, radar systems, helicopters, and space technologies, including satellites and spacecraft.

The company is a major contractor for the U.S. government, particularly the Department of Defense, and also serves international customers. Its products and services are used in a variety of applications, including national security, scientific exploration, and commercial endeavors.

Lockheed Martin is a publicly traded company and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol LMT. The company's activities have significant implications for global security, technological advancement, and economic development.