Huntington Ingalls Industries Inc (HII)vsLockheed Martin Corporation (LMT)
HII
Huntington Ingalls Industries Inc
$293.04
-0.51%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $11.73B
LMT
Lockheed Martin Corporation
$519.10
-1.52%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $118.38B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lockheed Martin Corporation generates 485% more annual revenue ($75.11B vs $12.85B). LMT leads profitability with a 6.4% profit margin vs 4.7%. LMT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.09. HII earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
HII
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
LMT
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-71.4%
Fair Value
$229.14
Current Price
$293.04
$63.90 premium
Margin of Safety
-53.9%
Fair Value
$340.34
Current Price
$519.10
$178.76 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Every $100 of equity generates 64 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
0.0% earnings growth
4.7% margin — thin
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Trading at 15.9x book value
0.3% revenue growth
6.4% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HII
The strongest argument for HII centers on Price/Book. Revenue growth of 13.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.09 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : LMT
The strongest argument for LMT centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap. PEG of 1.09 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HII
The primary concerns for HII are EPS Growth, Profit Margin, Free Cash Flow. Thin 4.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : LMT
The primary concerns for LMT are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 2.76 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HII carries more volatility with a beta of 0.23 — expect wider price swings.
HII is growing revenue faster at 13.4% — sustainability is the question.
LMT generates stronger free cash flow (-291M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor AEROSPACE & DEFENSE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
HII scores higher overall (59/100 vs 55/100) and 13.4% revenue growth. 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.
Huntington Ingalls Industries Inc
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) is the largest military shipbuilding company in the United States as well as a provider of professional services to partners in government and industry.
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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