Policy Evidence

The administration requested a 44% increase in military spending for FY2027, bringing the Pentagon budget near $1.5T, with $52.9B earmarked for critical munitions. The Department of War signed multi-year framework agreements to scale Patriot, THAAD and PrSM production three to four times current rates.

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Evidence Strength
Moderate
Evidence Observed At
Jul 5, 2026 · 12:00 PM UTC
Citation
https://www.thedailyupside.com/industries/industrials/lockheed-rtx-pile-up-record-backlogs-investors-pile-in/
Citation Source
Benzinga
Policy Category
Budget
Effective Date
Oct 1, 2026