US Media Reports: US Forces Target Iran's Military Systems

The US military's targeting of Iran may have a positive impact on the defense sector. LMT's price is above its SMA20, and the MACD signal is above, which may indicate a slight upward pressure in the short term. However, the RSI is around 50 and the price is below its SMA50, so the movement has not yet formed a strong trend. A small recovery can be expected within 1-3 days.

NOC shares, being in the defense sector, could see a potential increase following news that the US military struck Iranian military systems. Such events typically boost demand for defense companies. However, market conditions and other factors should also be considered. The RSI14 stands at 56.42, indicating a neutral level where the stock is neither oversold nor overbought. The SMA20 and SMA50 values also support the stock's medium-term trend.

The news could increase geopolitical tensions, creating short-term uncertainty for defense stocks. RTX shares fell 2.5% in the last close and are trading below the 50-day moving average. While the RSI is neutral at 50, the MACD remains in negative territory below the signal line. This technical weakness, combined with negative news flow, could amplify selling pressure. However, the stock may find support near the 20-day moving average.

The news could increase geopolitical risks, leading to volatility in oil prices. Although BP shares have risen 3.1% in the last 24 hours, the RSI at 67.6 is approaching overbought territory, and the MACD is about to cross below its signal line. In the short term, selling pressure may emerge from these tensions. However, a potential rise in oil prices could partially support BP.