BETHESDA, Md - Lockheed Martin Corporation [NYSE: LMT] today reported third quarter 2020 net sales of $16.5 billion, compared to $15.2 billion in the third quarter of 2019. Net earnings from continuing operations in the third quarter of 2020 were $1.8 billion, or $6.25 per share, compared to $1.6 billion, or $5.66 per share, in the third quarter of 2019. Cash from operations in the third quarter of 2020 was $1.9 billion, compared to cash from operations of $2.5 billion in the third quarter of 2019.

Highlights:

Net sales of $16.5 billion

Net earnings from continuing operations of $1.8 billion, or $6.25 per share

Generated cash from operations of $1.9 billion

Achieved record backlog of $150.4 billion

Increased quarterly dividend rate to $2.60 per share

Updates 2020 financial outlook and provides 2021 financial trends

'In the third quarter, our dedicated workforce and resilient supply chain continued to support our customers' vital national security missions, overcoming the challenges of the pandemic,' said James Taiclet, Lockheed Martin president and CEO. 'As a result, we delivered strong results across our key financial metrics and we expect to build on this success through the remainder of the year. Looking ahead to 2021, we remain focused on driving innovation and growing our assets and capabilities to further benefit our customers and shareholders.'

Summary Financial Results: See details at: https://news.lockheedmartin.com/2020-10-20-Lockheed-Martin-Reports-Third-Quarter-2020-Results

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