In a remarkable turnaround, Boeing reported 143 commercial aircraft deliveries in Q1 2026, outpacing rival Airbus and showcasing solid momentum in both commercial and defense sectors. The company secured significant contracts, including a $324 million deal for CH-47F Block II Chinook helicopters and a £879 million contract for helicopter maintenance from the UK. While analysts project a 12.2% increase in revenue to approximately $21.88 billion, challenges remain, including anticipated earnings losses, indicating a cautiously optimistic outlook.
“Yes, STRC is currently the most liquid preferred stock on the market. Its 30-day average daily trading volume sits at ~$352M—far ahead of peers like Boeing (~$36M) or KKR (~$34M)—with the broader preferred market averaging just $1.1M across 468 issues.”
“Boeing ha superado a Airbus tras años por detrás. Eso no significa que haya recuperado el control.”
“Boeing also identifies growing interest in an optionally crewed version of the Chinook.”
“Israeli Ministry of Defense 2 x Boeing 747 made trips today to Bratislava, Slovakia, to pick up ammo or to deliver military equipment.”
“Boeing delivered 143 commercial aircraft in the first quarter of 2026, marking a strong start to the year and surpassing Airbus, which delivered 114 aircraft during the same period. The figures highlight Boeing’s solid momentum heading into the rest of 2026.”
“Proponents estimate high returns: 75-80% recirculates to US defense firms (Boeing, Raytheon, etc.), supporting 20K+ jobs; intelligence sharing...”
“Seven decades later, the mighty BUFF isn’t just 'still going' - it’s thriving. With the upcoming B-52J upgrades and new Rolls-Royce engines, this legendary airframe is expected to remain in active USAF service until 2050.”
“U.S. Army orders six Boeing $BA CH-47F Block II Chinooks in a $324M contract.”
“Boeing receives a 1.2 Billion dollar deal from the UK 👀”
“The mid-May U.S.-China meeting (led by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent) will likely focus on advancing ongoing trade negotiations. Key agenda items based on recent Paris talks and prior summits: tariff reductions/extensions, increasing U.S. exports (agriculture, energy, Boeing aircraft), narrowing the trade deficit, market access for U.S. firms, and IP/tech issues.”
“GOUVERNEMENT BRITANNIQUE : UN CONTRAT DE TROIS ANS D'UNE VALEUR DE 879 MILLIONS DE LIVRES STERLING ATTRIBUÉ À BOEING DEFENCE UK POUR LA MAINTENANCE ET LE SOUTIEN DES HÉLICOPTÈRES MILITAIRES”
“GOBIERNO DEL REINO UNIDO: SE ADJUDICA UN CONTRATO DE TRES AÑOS POR 879 MILLONES DE LIBRAS A BOEING DEFENCE UK PARA EL MANTENIMIENTO Y SOPORTE DE HELICÓPTEROS MILITARES”
