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Weekly Briefing•July 15, 2026•5 min read

3 Stocks to Watch After Congress' $1.6B Contract Week and a New Satellite Bill (July 2026)

Dell Technologies ($DELL) and Huntington Ingalls ($HII) landed major federal contracts this week, while a new satellite bill could boost AST SpaceMobile ($ASTS) and T-Mobile ($TMUS). Here's what traders need to know.

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Key Takeaways

  • ▸Dell Technologies ($DELL) secured a $1.0B VA contract for a Microsoft Enterprise Agreement, adding ~$500M/year in federal services revenue (0.57% of annual revenue).
  • ▸Huntington Ingalls ($HII) won a $638M LOGIX contract for logistics ISR and next-gen tech, representing ~2.8% of annual revenue and bolstering its Mission Technologies segment.
  • ▸AST SpaceMobile ($ASTS) and T-Mobile ($TMUS) could benefit from S4950, a bill to codify emergency satellite communication technologies, though it is early stage with no funding.
  • ▸The $1.6B in total contract awards this week signals sustained federal IT and defense spending, with technology and defense sectors as primary beneficiaries.
  • ▸Verizon ($VZ) has indirect exposure to the satellite bill but less direct upside than $ASTS and $TMUS given its existing infrastructure.

This week, Congress moved money and policy in ways that directly affect three publicly traded companies. Two landed massive federal contracts totaling $1.6 billion, while a new Senate bill could open the door for satellite-to-phone services. Here is what traders need to know about the catalysts and the stocks positioned to move.

The $1.0B VA Contract: Why $DELL Is the Big Winner

Dell Technologies ($DELL) booked a $1.0B delivery order from the Department of Veterans Affairs for a Microsoft Enterprise Agreement covering two years. The contract reinforces Dell's role as a premier federal IT provider and aligns with government modernization and cybersecurity mandates. While $1.0B sounds huge, it represents only about 0.57% of Dell's $88.4B annual revenue, so the impact is moderate.

However, the win extends Dell's federal backlog and signals continued demand for enterprise software and security upgrades. Traders should watch for any subcontractor mentions that could benefit CDW ($CDW) or cybersecurity vendors like CrowdStrike ($CRWD).

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The $638M LOGIX Contract: $HII's Defense Tech Play

Huntington Ingalls Industries ($HII) received a $638M delivery order under the LOGIX program for logistics intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and next-generation technology. This contract is more impactful relative to HII's size, representing roughly 2.8% of annual revenue. It adds multi-year backlog visibility to HII's Mission Technologies segment, which is a key growth driver.

The contract also benefits from legislative tailwinds like the CREATE AI Act, which supports AI and defense modernization. Subcontractors in AI and ISR systems may also see downstream demand, but $HII is the direct beneficiary.

Contract Value as % of Annual Revenue

Contract Value as % of Annual Revenue

Dell Technologies ($DELL)
0.57
Huntington Ingalls ($HII)
2.77

% of Annual Revenue

The Satellite Bill: $ASTS and $TMUS Could Get a Boost

Senator Duckworth introduced S4950, a bill to codify the Institute for Telecommunication Sciences and create an initiative for emergency communication and tracking technologies. While still early stage (referred to committee) and without authorized funding, the bill signals government interest in satellite-based emergency communications. This directly benefits companies developing direct-to-cell satellite services, namely AST SpaceMobile ($ASTS) and T-Mobile ($TMUS), which have a partnership for satellite-to-phone coverage.

Verizon ($VZ) has less direct exposure but could be impacted if the bill spurs broader adoption. The bill is too early to drive major price moves, but it adds a speculative catalyst for $ASTS and $TMUS. Watch for committee hearings or a House companion bill.

What This Means for the Broader Market

These three signals reinforce two themes: sustained federal IT and defense spending, and growing government interest in space-based communications. The technology and defense sectors are the clear winners this week. For traders, the contracts provide immediate revenue visibility for $DELL and $HII, while the satellite bill offers a longer-term catalyst for $ASTS and $TMUS.

Keep an eye on any follow-on awards or legislative progress that could amplify these moves.

Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Always do your own research before making investment decisions.

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