Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT)vsWerner Enterprises Inc (WERN)
LMT
Lockheed Martin Corporation
$524.19
-1.12%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $120.98B
WERN
Werner Enterprises Inc
$37.28
-3.39%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $2.39B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lockheed Martin Corporation generates 2268% more annual revenue ($77.01B vs $3.25B). LMT leads profitability with a 8.2% profit margin vs -1.4%. LMT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.01. LMT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
LMT
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
WERN
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-48.6%
Fair Value
$352.84
Current Price
$524.19
$171.35 premium
Margin of Safety
-3.3%
Fair Value
$33.35
Current Price
$37.28
$3.93 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 24.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Trading at 13.8x book value
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Operating margin of 2.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -0.6% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 85.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : WERN
The strongest argument for WERN centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 24.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
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.
Bear Case : WERN
The primary concerns for WERN are Operating Margin, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LMT profiles as a value stock while WERN is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WERN carries more volatility with a beta of 1.27 — expect wider price swings.
WERN is growing revenue faster at 24.0% — 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 46/100) 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.
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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INDUSTRIALS · TRUCKING · USA
Werner Enterprises, Inc., a transportation and logistics company, is engaged in the transportation of general freight shipments in interstate and intrastate commerce in the United States, Mexico, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.
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