Morningstar Discusses LMT and Alliant Energy as Long-Term Stocks
What happened
On October 19, 2026, Sarah Hansen and Dave Sekera discussed L3Harris and Alliant Energy as long-term investment opportunities during The Morning Filter podcast. Sekera noted that L3Harris is currently rated 4 stars and trades at a 27% discount from fair value.
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Why it matters
The discussion highlighted L3Harris's involvement in defense sectors, including uncrewed aerial vehicles, sensors, and missiles, which relates to evolving defense spending. Alliant Energy was also cited as a long-term investment.
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Who's involved
- LMTDiscussed as a long-term stock, involved in defense systems and missiles.
- Alliant EnergyDiscussed as a long-term stock and utility holding company.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- PENTAGONSpeculative
The Pentagon might increase defense contract revenue for LMT.
- Firefly AerospaceSpeculative
Firefly Aerospace could see increased operational contracts with LMT.
- MetaSpeculative
Meta could see changes in energy costs from Alliant Energy.
Possible ripples
Who this could reach next, traced step by step from the reporting. Possibilities worth considering, not forecasts.- Alliant's parent company may benefit from Alliant Energy's growthAlliant's parent company may see increased value from Alliant Energy's growthPossible
- Alliant Energy's investment appeal may boost IPL's valuationAlliant Energy's investment appeal may boost IPL's valuation and fundingPossible
- Investor interest in LMT and Alliant Energy may boost Nasdaq tradingIncreased investor interest in LMT and Alliant Energy may drive trading volume on Nasdaq.Possible
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The entities involved
- LMT
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Alliant Energy
public utility holding company based in Madison,WI, US