American Airlines Group (AAL)vsLockheed Martin Corporation (LMT)
AAL
American Airlines Group
$13.87
+3.90%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.98B
LMT
Lockheed Martin Corporation
$519.56
-0.79%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $121.09B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lockheed Martin Corporation generates 32% more annual revenue ($77.01B vs $58.34B). LMT leads profitability with a 8.2% profit margin vs -0.6%. AAL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.09. LMT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 71/100 (B).
AAL
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
LMT
Strong Buy71
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+32.6%
Fair Value
$21.29
Current Price
$13.87
$7.42 discount
Margin of Safety
-48.2%
Fair Value
$353.29
Current Price
$519.56
$166.27 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
16.3% revenue growth
Every $100 of equity generates 72 in profit
Earnings expanding 443.8% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Generating 2.9B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 2.8%
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 88.2%
Trading at 13.6x book value
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AAL
The strongest argument for AAL centers on PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.09 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LMT
The strongest argument for LMT centers on Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 10.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.99 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : AAL
The primary concerns for AAL are Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : LMT
The primary concerns for LMT are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.34 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AAL profiles as a growth stock while LMT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
AAL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.33 — expect wider price swings.
AAL is growing revenue faster at 16.3% — sustainability is the question.
LMT generates stronger free cash flow (2.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LMT scores higher overall (71/100 vs 46/100) and 10.5% revenue growth. AAL offers better value entry with a 32.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
American Airlines Group
INDUSTRIALS · AIRLINES · USA
American Airlines Group Inc. is an American publicly traded airline holding company headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas.
Lockheed Martin Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Lockheed Martin Corporation is an American aerospace, defense, information security, and technology company with worldwide interests. It is headquartered in North Bethesda, Maryland, in the Washington, D.C., area.
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