Oppenheimer Launches Defense Coverage with Veteran Analyst Patrick McCarthy
PR Newswire•03/11/2026•06:00 ET
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Key Highlights
- ➤Oppenheimer launches defense research coverage focused on technology and national security
- ➤Patrick McCarthy joins as managing director after more than 25 years’ experience
- ➤Coverage spans space, autonomous systems, robotics, AI, satellites and next-generation materials
- ➤William Farmer previously joined as aerospace and defense technology investment banking head
Expert Statements
William (Bill) Bird, Director of Research at Oppenheimer
“Patrick’s experience across research, banking and corporate strategy brings a valuable perspective to a sector undergoing significant change.”
William (Bill) Bird, Director of Research at Oppenheimer
“He understands the technologies, policy decisions and funding priorities that shape these businesses.”
William (Bill) Bird, Director of Research at Oppenheimer
“Oppenheimer is investing in the expertise clients need to understand how the next generation of defense and national security will develop and how to invest in it.”
Patrick McCarthy, Managing Director at Oppenheimer
“Defense innovation is changing both what militaries need and the companies that can meet those needs.”
Patrick McCarthy, Managing Director at Oppenheimer
“Oppenheimer’s strength in industrial innovation provides a strong foundation for this coverage.”
Patrick McCarthy, Managing Director at Oppenheimer
“I look forward to helping clients understand how technology, government priorities and company execution will shape investment opportunities across the sector.”
Oppenheimer Launches Defense Coverage with Veteran Analyst Patrick McCarthy PR Newswire
McCarthy joins as managing director as the firm expands its focus on defense technology and national security
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