US War Economy Examines Stockpiles for Next Big Contract
While Newsweek and other mainstream outlets ponder the readiness of Uncle Sam's armory for a fresh conflict (with Iran, again), they conveniently gloss over the 'readiness' of defense contractor balance sheets. Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, Boeing – their stock prices tend to rise significantly with every 'potential' war. This isn't about protecting American interests; it's about protecting
shareholder value, and a well-placed conflict narrative does wonders for the bottom line. The constant drumbeat against Iran, recycled for decades, is nothing more than a cash register ringing for the military-industrial complex. One might wonder if the 'potential' for war seems to conveniently emerge just as those stockpiles need replenishing, ensuring a continuous flow of taxpayer dollars into
private pockets. How many times have we heard the 'Iran threat' narrative without a closer look at who benefits from the fear-mongering and the subsequent arms sales? It appears 'national security' is a rather profitable business when framed correctly.