Tractor Supply Company

Tesco shares advanced 2% in London trading, outpacing the FTSE 100, following data showing UK grocery inflation rose to 4.3% and Tesco's market share grew to 28.7%. Focus turns to the Bank of England's March rate decision and Tesco's full-year results in April.

Tesco shares gained slightly in early London trading, staying close to a 52-week peak. Investors are focused on upcoming April earnings and UK economic signals.

Tesco shares declined 0.6% in early Thursday trading, partially reversing a 2.6% advance from the previous session. Investors are assessing consumer demand and the grocer's rapid delivery growth ahead of preliminary results on April 16.

Lockheed Martin shares traded near $630 as the Pentagon initiates an extended review of major defense contractors, potentially impacting shareholder returns. CEO and CFO are scheduled to speak at a Citi conference next week.

RTX declared a $0.68 quarterly dividend payable March 19, while investors monitor a pending Pentagon list that could restrict dividends and buybacks for underperforming defense contractors under a Trump executive order.

RTX affirmed its quarterly dividend while defense contractors await a Pentagon list that could restrict shareholder returns. The company's Raytheon unit has been flagged for responsiveness concerns.