Ducommun Incorporated (DCO)vsLockheed Martin Corporation (LMT)
DCO
Ducommun Incorporated
$172.73
+3.34%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.51B
LMT
Lockheed Martin Corporation
$529.48
+1.01%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $120.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lockheed Martin Corporation generates 8803% more annual revenue ($77.01B vs $865.07M). LMT leads profitability with a 8.2% profit margin vs -2.5%. LMT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.01. LMT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
DCO
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
LMT
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DCO.
Margin of Safety
-48.6%
Fair Value
$352.84
Current Price
$529.48
$176.64 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Earnings expanding 56.0% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 72 in profit
Earnings expanding 443.8% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 2.9B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -4.9% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Trading at 13.9x book value
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DCO
The strongest argument for DCO centers on EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 11.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 1.01 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : DCO
The primary concerns for DCO are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
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
DCO profiles as a turnaround stock while LMT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
DCO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.04 — expect wider price swings.
DCO is growing revenue faster at 11.8% — sustainability is the question.
LMT generates stronger free cash flow (2.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LMT scores higher overall (69/100 vs 47/100) and 10.5% revenue growth. 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.
Ducommun Incorporated
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Ducommun Incorporated provides engineering and manufacturing products and services primarily to the aerospace and defense, industrial, medical and other industries in the United States. The company is headquartered in Santa Ana, California.
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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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