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Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT)

Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT) 1-star rating from Upturn Advisory
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12/04/2025: LMT (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Number of Analysts

4 star rating from financial analysts

24 Analysts rated it

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1 Year Target Price $528.17

1 Year Target Price $528.17

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$528.17 Target price
52w Low $404.05
Current$448.35
52w High $512.11

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 17.01%
Avg. Invested days 50
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 104.67B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 24.96
1Y Target Price 528.17
Price to earnings Ratio 24.96
1Y Target Price 528.17
Volume (30-day avg) 24
Beta 0.23
52 Weeks Range 404.05 - 512.11
Updated Date 12/4/2025
52 Weeks Range 404.05 - 512.11
Updated Date 12/4/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 2.95%
Basic EPS (TTM) 17.96

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Profitability

Profit Margin 5.73%
Operating Margin (TTM) 11.69%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 6.39%
Return on Equity (TTM) 62.78%

Valuation

Trailing PE 24.96
Forward PE 15.11
Enterprise Value 122107535252
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.43
Enterprise Value 122107535252
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.43
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.66
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 15.89
Shares Outstanding 231397796
Shares Floating 196833907
Shares Outstanding 231397796
Shares Floating 196833907
Percent Insiders 0.08
Percent Institutions 74.72

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Lockheed Martin Corporation

Lockheed Martin Corporation(LMT) company logo displayed in Upturn AI summary

Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

Lockheed Martin was formed in 1995 through the merger of Lockheed Corporation and Martin Marietta. Lockheed was founded in 1912. Significant milestones include developing aircraft for both World Wars, participating in the space race, and becoming a leading defense contractor.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Aeronautics: Designs, researches, develops, manufactures, integrates, sustains, and upgrades military aircraft, including combat and air mobility aircraft, reconnaissance and surveillance aircraft, and unmanned aerial systems.
  • Missiles and Fire Control: Develops, manufactures, and supports advanced combat, missile, rocket, and electronic warfare systems for land, air, sea, and space.
  • Rotary and Mission Systems: Designs, manufactures, integrates, and supports military and commercial helicopters, surface and undersea naval vessels, radar systems, and command and control systems with competitors such as Northrop Grumman and General Dynamics.
  • Space: Researches, develops, engineers, manufactures, and integrates advanced technology systems, products, and services for space, including satellites, space transportation systems, and strategic missiles.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

James D. Taiclet is the Chairman, President, and CEO. The company is structured into four main business areas: Aeronautics, Missiles and Fire Control, Rotary and Mission Systems, and Space. Each business area is led by an executive vice president who reports to the CEO.

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • F-35 Lightning II: A multirole fighter jet. The F-35 program accounts for a significant portion of Lockheed Martin's revenue. Competitors include Boeing, Airbus, and Saab. Market share of fighter jets (not solely F-35) is competitive, with Boeing and other players. Significant revenue comes from maintenance and upgrades in addition to initial sales.
  • THAAD (Terminal High Altitude Area Defense): A missile defense system designed to intercept and destroy ballistic missiles. THAAD competes with Raytheon's Patriot missile defense system and other missile defense systems from international companies. Market share data is not always publicly available, but THAAD holds a significant portion of the market.
  • Black Hawk Helicopter: A utility tactical transport helicopter. Competitors are Boeing, Airbus Helicopters. It is used by the US military and numerous international defense forces and also accounts for a significant share of revenue.
  • Orion Spacecraft: Orion Spacecraft is a manned spacecraft designed for deep-space missions, including to the moon and Mars. Competitors include Boeing, SpaceX. It is part of NASA's Artemis program. Lockheed Martin is the prime contractor.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The aerospace and defense industry is driven by government spending, technological advancements, and geopolitical events. It is characterized by high barriers to entry, long development cycles, and intense competition for government contracts.

Positioning

Lockheed Martin is the world's largest defense contractor. Its competitive advantages include its technological expertise, strong relationships with government agencies, and diverse product portfolio.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global aerospace and defense market is estimated to be worth over $1 trillion. Lockheed Martin is well-positioned to capture a significant portion of this market, with large contracts and long-term programs.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Dominant market share in defense contracting
  • Strong relationship with the U.S. government
  • Advanced technological capabilities
  • Diverse product portfolio
  • Experienced management team

Weaknesses

  • Dependence on government contracts
  • Vulnerability to budget cuts
  • Complex supply chain
  • Project delays and cost overruns
  • Public Image due to role in military operations

Opportunities

  • Increased defense spending globally
  • Growing demand for cybersecurity solutions
  • Expansion into new markets
  • Development of new technologies (e.g., hypersonic weapons)
  • Space exploration initiatives

Threats

  • Budget sequestration
  • Geopolitical instability
  • Increased competition from emerging players
  • Technological disruption
  • Changes in government regulations

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • BA
  • RTX
  • NOC
  • GD

Competitive Landscape

Lockheed Martin benefits from its scale and established government relationships. However, competitors are investing heavily in new technologies and seeking to gain market share.

Major Acquisitions

Aerojet Rocketdyne

  • Year: 2023
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 4400
  • Strategic Rationale: Enhance capabilities in rocket and missile propulsion systems but the purchase was blocked by regulators.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Lockheed Martin has experienced moderate revenue growth in recent years, driven by increased defense spending.

Future Projections: Analysts project continued moderate revenue growth, driven by long-term contracts and technological advancements. Growth is expected to be around 3-5% annually.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in hypersonic weapons, space exploration, and cybersecurity.

Summary

Lockheed Martin is a dominant defense contractor with strong government relationships and a diverse product portfolio. Its weaknesses include dependence on government contracts and vulnerability to budget cuts. The company is positioned for continued growth, driven by increased defense spending, but faces competition and technological disruption. Overall, Lockheed Martin remains a key player in the aerospace and defense industry.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Lockheed Martin Investor Relations
  • SEC Filings
  • MarketWatch
  • Yahoo Finance
  • Company Financials
  • Analyst Reports

Disclaimers:

This analysis is based on publicly available information and is intended for informational purposes only. It does not constitute investment advice. Market share data is based on available estimates and may vary. Financial data is subject to change.

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About Lockheed Martin Corporation

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters Bethesda, MD, United States
IPO Launch date 1977-01-03
Chairman, President & CEO Mr. James D. Taiclet Jr.
Sector Industrials
Industry Aerospace & Defense
Full time employees 121000
Full time employees 121000

Lockheed Martin Corporation, an aerospace and defense company, engages in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration, and sustainment of technology systems, products, and services worldwide. The company operates through four segments: Aeronautics; Missiles and Fire Control (MFC); Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS); and Space. The Aeronautics segment offers combat and air mobility aircraft, unmanned air vehicles, and related technologies. The MFC segment provides air and missile defense systems; tactical missiles and precision strike weapon systems; logistics; fire control systems; mission operations support, readiness, engineering support, and integration services; ground vehicles; and energy management solutions. The RMS segment offers military and commercial helicopters, surface ships, sea and land-based missile defense systems, radar and laser systems, sea and air-based mission and combat systems, command and control mission solutions, cyber solutions, simulation and training solutions, and services and supports surface ships. The Space segment provides satellites; space transportation systems; strategic, advanced strike, and defensive systems; and classified systems and services in support of national security systems. This segment also provides network-enabled situational awareness and integrates space and ground global systems to help its customers gather, analyze, and securely distribute critical intelligence data. It serves primarily serves the U.S. government and international customers, as well as foreign military sales contracted through the U.S. government. The company was formerly known as The Lockheed Corporation and changed its name to Lockheed Martin Corporation in March 1995. Lockheed Martin Corporation was founded in 1912 and is based in Bethesda, Maryland.