Here’s a round-up of General Dynamics (NYSE:GD) news stories from this week. General Dynamics (NYSE:GD) shares ended the week at 67.12 (as of 11/26/2010).

Weekly News Roundup: General Dynamics (NYSE:GD)

Monday 22 November

General Dynamics (NYSE:GD) has offered its IT services to the FBI.

General Dynamics (NYSE:GD) will provide technical services for the FBI’s multiple information technology systems and engage in various developmental projects and programs. These services include refreshing program information technology.

Marcus Collier, senior vice president for General Dynamics (NYSE:GD) Information Technology’s Civilian and Homeland Security Solutions division said that.”General Dynamics has a strong record of supporting the FBI with enterprise operations center and field support, IT systems play a key role in supporting the FBI’s national security responsibilities and General Dynamics is committed to providing the FBI with the infrastructure support, systems and equipment that enhance its capabilities.”

Friday 26 November

General Dynamics (NYSE:GD) has won a $94.6 million armor contract.

The service will be provided for army’s 440 Bradley Fighting Vehicles and the deliveries are expected to begin in early 2011 and be completed by summer 2012.

General Dynamics Armament and Technical Products-the major business unit of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD) will be carrying out the production.

The reactive armor system of General Dynamics is comprised of tiles that fasten to the exterior of the Bradley Fighting Vehicle, thereby allowing it to better withstand direct hits from a variety of anti-armor munitions.

We’ll be keeping a close eye on the General Dynamics (NYSE:GD) stock level for developments over the next couple of weeks.

Here is another batch of stock briefings which may affect stock trading as the markets continue today.

The following companies should see some movement: Tyson Foods (NYSE:TSN), General Dynamics (NYSE:GD), Coca-Cola Co. (NYSE:KO).

Here is a more detailed look at the news that will affect each company when trading continues.

Tyson Foods (NYSE:TSN)

Tyson Foods (NYSE:TSN) has said it is back in the black for quarter four.

Higher prices and increasing sales of pork and prepared foods helped Tyson Foods (NYSE:TSN) Inc. to return to profit. Tyson Foods (NYSE:TSN) said that it has earned $213 million, or 57 cents per share which compares with a loss of $457 million, or $1.23 per share, a year ago.

Donnie Smith, the CEO of Tyson Foods (NYSE:TSN) said that the company plans to keep its goals modest in the coming year as it strives to stay profitable after one of the worst downturns in decades. The company will reduce debt, invest roughly $700 million to boost efficiency in its plants, and focus on growing just enough chicken to meet demand without increasing the supply enough to hurt prices.

General Dynamics (NYSE:GD)

General Dynamics (NYSE:GD) has won a $94.6 million armor contract.

The service will be provided for army’s 440 Bradley Fighting Vehicles and the deliveries are expected to begin in early 2011 and be completed by summer 2012.

General Dynamics Armament and Technical Products-the major business unit of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD) will be carrying out the production.

The reactive armor system of General Dynamics is comprised of tiles that fasten to the exterior of the Bradley Fighting Vehicle, thereby allowing it to better withstand direct hits from a variety of anti-armor munitions.

Coca-Cola Co. (NYSE:KO)

Coca-Cola (NYSE:KO) Bottling Co. has donated an old bottling plant to a church.

In a report by The Albany Herald, it was said that the Baptist Church in Albany will use the 60,000-square-foot facility which has been for sale for more than two years for a community center. The property, built in 1940, was listed for nearly $600,000.

The plant was shut down several years ago when bottling operations in the area were moved to nearby Sylvester. The Coca-Cola Consolidated is the second largest Coca-Cola (NYSE:KO) bottler in the country.

Expect more movement when trading continues for Tyson Foods (NYSE:TSN), General Dynamics (NYSE:GD) and Coca-Cola Co. (NYSE:KO).

Here are this week’s news briefs for Safeway (NYSE:SWY). Raytheon (NYSE:RTN) stocks ended the week at 46.41 (as of 11/12/2010).

Weekly News Roundup: Raytheon (NYSE:RTN)

Monday 25 October

Raytheon (NYSE:RTN) has acquired Trusted Computer Solutions (TCS), a leader in network security solutions.

Raytheon (NYSE:RTN) has acquired Trusted Computer Solutions (TCS), and with it has expanded its cyber security portfolio, which enhance their ability to deliver turnkey cyber solutions.

Trusted Computer Solutions (TCS) will be integrated into Raytheon’s Intelligence and Information Systems (IIS) and will be known as Raytheon Trusted Computer Solutions in future.

It is expected that the new acquisition by Raytheon (NYSE:RTN) will help its customers to combat with the most sophisticated threats that they face.

Thursday 28 October

General Dynamics has been awarded a $10 million contract by Raytheon (NYSE:RTN) Missile Systems.

Under the deal, General Dynamics will produce composite capsule launch system (CCLS) for the Tomahawk missile of Raytheon (NYSE:RTN).

The work will begin this month, with actual production expected to start from May 2011 onwards.

Jim Losse, vice president and general manager of advanced materials for General Dynamics Armament and Technical Products said, “We will continue to work with Raytheon (NYSE:RTN) to help provide the war fighter with a powerful tool to achieve a decisive advantage.”

We will continue checking the Raytheon (NYSE:RTN) stock level for developments over the next couple of weeks.

Here are several more stock briefings which could affect stocks in trading later today.

The following stocks should see some movement: Raytheon (NYSE:RTN), Travelers Cos. Inc (NYSE:TRV), MetLife (NYSE:MLG).

Here is a more detailed look at the news that will affect each company when trading continues.

Raytheon (NYSE:RTN)

General Dynamics has been awarded a $10 million contract by Raytheon (NYSE:RTN) Missile Systems.

Under the deal, General Dynamics will produce composite capsule launch system (CCLS) for the Tomahawk missile of Raytheon (NYSE:RTN).

The work will begin this month, with actual production expected to start from May 2011 onwards.

Jim Losse, vice president and general manager of advanced materials for General Dynamics Armament and Technical Products said, “We will continue to work with Raytheon (NYSE:RTN) to help provide the war fighter with a powerful tool to achieve a decisive advantage.”

Travelers Cos. Inc (NYSE:TRV)

Travelers Cos. (NYSE:TRV) has entered into a joint venture agreement with a Brazilian insurer.

The agreement has allowed Travelers Cos. (NYSE:TRV) to invest in J.Malucelli insurance company of Brazil.

Reports say that the US insurer will make an initial investment of $370 million in the common stock of J Malucelli Company with an option to increase its interest.

Jay Fishman, Chairman and CEO of Travelers (NYSE:TRV) said, “This is a very significant opportunity for Travelers to leverage its leading US surety franchise to enter the Brazilian market and to do so with a local market leader.”

MetLife (NYSE:MLG)

MetLife (NYSE:MLG) has ranked among Newsweek’s Top 50 Green U.S. Companies.

According to the environmental rankings by the Newsweek magazine, MetLife (NYSE:MLG) is ranked number 49 overall of the 500 largest U.S. companies, the highest ranking life insurer on the list.

John Vazquez, vice president, vendor sourcing and corporate services & chief procurement officer  of the company said that “We are honored to be recognized by Newsweek for our environmental stewardship and commitment to long-term sustainability.”

We could possibly see more movement when trading continues for Raytheon (NYSE:RTN), Travelers Cos. Inc (NYSE:TRV) and MetLife (NYSE:MLG).