L3Harris Shares Edge Up 0.51% on $300M Volume as 315th Most Traded Amid Strategic Conference Hints and $5.4B Earnings

On August 18, 2025, L3Harris Technologies (LHX) recorded a trading volume of $300 million, ranking 315th in market activity for the day. The stock rose 0.51%, reflecting modest investor interest amid broader market movements.

L3Harris announced its leadership team will present at the Jefferies Industrials Conference on September 4. Chairman and CEO Christopher Kubasik and CFO Ken Bedingfield will deliver the session via live stream on the company’s website, with a recording made available afterward. The event is expected to provide insights into strategic priorities and operational updates, potentially influencing investor sentiment in the near term.

Recent developments include the successful launch of the L3Harris-built NTS-3 satellite, a critical asset for the U.S. Space Force. The satellite, the first fully reprogrammable PNT system in nearly five decades, underscores the company’s role in advancing defense technology. Additionally, L3Harris expanded its Huntsville facility to meet growing demand for solid rocket motors, aligning with broader military modernization efforts.

The firm also reported second-quarter 2025 results, with revenue reaching $5.4 billion and non-GAAP diluted EPS at $2.78. Strong performance in organic growth and margin expansion highlighted operational resilience, though specific guidance adjustments were not disclosed in the provided content.

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