Anduril Nears Lockheed Martin with $100 Billion Valuation

US-based defense technology company Anduril has begun negotiations for a new investment round at a valuation of approximately $100 billion. This valuation represents a significant increase from the $61 billion level the company reached two months ago. Anduril's target valuation is now very close to the current market value of Lockheed Martin, the manufacturer of the F-35 fighter jet. This highlights the growing competitiveness of next-generation technology companies against traditional players in the defense sector. The company's rapid value increase stems from its investments in advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and autonomous systems, as well as the rise in US defense spending. Anduril is particularly notable for its solutions in unmanned aerial vehicles and cybersecurity. If the investment round is completed, Anduril will become one of the highest-valued private companies in the defense technology sector. This development could further intensify competition in the industry. This is not investment advice.