Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc (GFL)vsLockheed Martin Corporation (LMT)
GFL
Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc
$40.11
-0.57%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.56B
LMT
Lockheed Martin Corporation
$517.97
+1.60%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $119.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lockheed Martin Corporation generates 1035% more annual revenue ($75.11B vs $6.62B). GFL leads profitability with a 58.0% profit margin vs 6.4%. LMT trades at a lower P/E of 25.1x. LMT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
GFL
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
LMT
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+5.1%
Fair Value
$46.42
Current Price
$40.11
$6.31 discount
Margin of Safety
-37.4%
Fair Value
$457.50
Current Price
$517.97
$60.47 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 58 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 22.2% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 68 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
ROE of 3.3% — below average capital efficiency
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Moderate valuation
Trading at 15.9x book value
0.3% revenue growth
6.4% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GFL
The strongest argument for GFL centers on Profit Margin, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 58.0% and operating margin at 6.4%.
Bull Case : LMT
The strongest argument for LMT centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap. PEG of 1.08 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : GFL
The primary concerns for GFL are Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 98.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : LMT
The primary concerns for LMT are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 3.23 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GFL profiles as a mature stock while LMT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GFL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.53 — expect wider price swings.
GFL is growing revenue faster at 7.3% — sustainability is the question.
GFL generates stronger free cash flow (197M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LMT scores higher overall (55/100 vs 54/100). Both earn "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.
Gfl Environmental Holdings Inc
INDUSTRIALS · WASTE MANAGEMENT · USA
GFL Environmental Inc. is a diversified environmental services company in Canada and the United States. The company is headquartered in Vaughan, Canada.
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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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