10 Best Performing Defense Stocks So Far in 2025

3. Satellogic Inc. (NASDAQ:SATL)

YTD Gains as of March 25: 37.19%

Satellogic Inc. (NASDAQ:SATL) is a vertically integrated geospatial analytics company that delivers real-time insights for consumers, governments, and industries worldwide. The stock has had stellar returns of 269% over the past six months, driven by notable contract awards. With year-to-date gains of over 37%, it is one of the best performing stocks in 2025.

In December last year, the company signed an agreement with Maxar Intelligence to support national security missions. Under the partnership, Maxar will have exclusive rights to task Satellogic Inc. (NASDAQ:SATL)’s constellation and use its satellite imagery to assist the US government and its partners in key missions.

In February this year, Satellogic Inc. (NASDAQ:SATL) and Telespazio Brasil signed a multi-year agreement with Brazil’s Air Force (FAB) to provide low-latency satellite imagery for security operations within the country’s territory. As part of the deal, FAB will receive real-time monitoring and change detection to enhance its situational awareness for decision making in critical operations.

On March 26, Satellogic Inc. (NASDAQ:SATL) announced the consummation of its domestication, under which it has changed its jurisdiction of incorporation from the British Virgin Islands to the State of Delaware. This strategic decision is aimed at strengthening the company’s market position and enhancing investor access.