L3Harris Technologies Inc Stock Price, News & Analysis

The Board of Directors of L3Harris Technologies (NYSE:LHX) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1.12 per share, payable on December 2, 2022, to shareholders of record by November 18, 2022. Additionally, the Board approved a $3.0 billion share repurchase authorization, raising the total to approximately $4.5 billion. This move reflects the company's commitment to returning value to shareholders while maintaining strong liquidity.

L3Harris Technologies (NYSE:LHX) announced a strategic investment in Seasats, a company specializing in low-cost, solar-powered maritime autonomous surface vehicles (ASV). This partnership aims to enhance the development and production of Seasats' X3 micro-ASV, which features stealth performance and long endurance. The collaboration is expected to significantly improve maritime operational capabilities for both military and commercial clients, while cutting production time by up to 75%. This move responds to urgent U.S. Navy needs for innovative solutions in global maritime security.

L3Harris Technologies (NYSE:LHX) announced its new Iridium Distributed Tactical Communications Systems (DTCS) mission module at the AUSA Annual Meeting, enhancing tactical communication for warfighters. This module integrates global push-to-talk voice and data capabilities into the existing AN/PRC-163 handheld tactical radio, operating on the U.S. Space Force’s DTCS network. It enables seamless communication even when connection methods are limited, supporting better mission planning and execution.

L3Harris Technologies (NYSE:LHX) received two production orders totaling $235 million to supply leader and manpack radios for the U.S. Army. These radios will enhance networking capabilities for warfighters, enabling integrated systems and robust communications. With the potential for over $16 billion in future contracts for more than 165,000 radios, L3Harris aims to provide secure communications for over 20 allied nations. The AN/PRC-163 and AN/PRC-158 radios are notable for their flexibility and software-defined architecture, facilitating future expansions in capability.

MAG Aerospace and L3Harris Technologies (NYSE:LHX) have partnered to enhance the Army's Theater Level High-Altitude Expeditionary Next Airborne ISR Radar (ATHENA-R) program. This collaboration aims to improve intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities by utilizing converted Bombardier Global Express 6500 aircraft. The ATHENA-R is designed to bridge the gap between medium- and high-altitude ISR platforms, offering extended range and payload capacity. The companies leverage decades of experience to deliver a timely and effective solution for the U.S. Army's mission requirements.

L3Harris Technologies (NYSE:LHX) has announced its advanced third-generation sight systems designed for American Rheinmetall Vehicles’ Lynx Optionally Manned Fighting Vehicle (OMFV). These systems significantly reduce size, weight, and power requirements while increasing battlefield awareness and lethality. The Lynx OMFV benefits from enhanced detection capabilities, enabling faster targeting and engagement of threats, and reduces crew size from three to two. This system supports the U.S. Army’s modernized ground combat infrastructure and aims to replace the aging M2 Bradley Fighting Vehicle.

L3Harris Technologies (NYSE:LHX) has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Viasat (NASDAQ:VSAT) for approximately $1.96 billion, focusing on Viasat's Tactical Data Links (TDL) product line. This acquisition will enhance L3Harris's ability to provide advanced Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2) solutions, integrating with Link 16. The TDL product line generates around $400 million in annual sales, and the transaction is expected to close in the first half of 2023, pending regulatory approvals.

L3Harris Technologies (NYSE:LHX) will announce its Q3 2022 financial results on October 27, 2022, at 4:30 p.m. EDT. An investor letter will detail the results, which will be available on L3Harris.com. Following this, a Q&A teleconference will be held on October 28, 2022, at 8:30 a.m. EDT. The call is expected to last 45 minutes, and participants can access it via webcast.