Elbit Systems Ltd (ESLT)vsLockheed Martin Corporation (LMT)
ESLT
Elbit Systems Ltd
$728.00
+0.56%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $33.20B
LMT
Lockheed Martin Corporation
$524.19
-1.12%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $120.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lockheed Martin Corporation generates 801% more annual revenue ($77.01B vs $8.55B). LMT leads profitability with a 8.2% profit margin vs 7.4%. LMT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.01. LMT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
ESLT
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
LMT
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ESLT.
Margin of Safety
-48.6%
Fair Value
$352.84
Current Price
$524.19
$171.35 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
15.9% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 34.2% 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
Distress zone — elevated risk
7.4% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 13.8x book value
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ESLT
The strongest argument for ESLT centers on Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 15.9% 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 : ESLT
The primary concerns for ESLT are Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 53.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
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
ESLT profiles as a growth stock while LMT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LMT carries more volatility with a beta of 0.10 — expect wider price swings.
ESLT is growing revenue faster at 15.9% — 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 51/100) and 10.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Elbit Systems Ltd
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Elbit Systems Ltd. develops and supplies a portfolio of airborne, land and naval products and systems for defense, national security and commercial aviation applications primarily in Israel. The company is headquartered in Haifa, Israel.
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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