U.S. Afghan surge to spur niche defense orders

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. plans to send 30,000 more U.S. troops to Afghanistan should generate niche orders for some defense companies but will not completely offset an expected slowdown in weapons procurement in coming years.

UPDATE 1-ManTech Q2 profit rises 30 pct, raises 2009 outlook

July 29 (Reuters) - Defense technology company ManTech International Corp reported a 30 percent jump in quarterly profit, helped by strong bookings, and raised its 2009 outlook.

FACTBOX-ARMS TRADE-Business sectors that stand to gain

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ANALYSIS-Defense budget to aid IT, cybersecurity firms

ATLANTA, May 8 (Reuters) - As the U.S. Defense Department revamps its military capabilities to become better equipped for irregular warfare, companies that focus on information technology and preventing new security threats are poised to gain.

UPDATE 1-ManTech Q1 below Street view; cuts '09 revenue outlook

April 29 (Reuters) - Defense technology company ManTech International Corp posted lower-than-expected quarterly results, hurt by delayed procurements on some of its army programs, and lowered its revenue outlook for 2009.

INTERVIEW-General Dynamics upbeat on growth in cyber market

* Cybersecurity could help offset weapon programs cuts

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