Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT)vsWabash National Corporation (WNC)
LMT
Lockheed Martin Corporation
$604.19
-0.98%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $147.14B
WNC
Wabash National Corporation
$11.71
-2.66%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $470.53M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lockheed Martin Corporation generates 5111% more annual revenue ($79.12B vs $1.52B). LMT leads profitability with a 8.2% profit margin vs -9.1%. WNC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.73. LMT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
LMT
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
WNC
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-55.4%
Fair Value
$364.87
Current Price
$604.19
$239.32 premium
Margin of Safety
-6.8%
Fair Value
$11.38
Current Price
$11.71
$0.33 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 65 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 3.0B in free cash flow
Earnings expanding 1274.0% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 24.8% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Trading at 13.8x book value
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -51.2% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LMT
The strongest argument for LMT centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow. Revenue growth of 11.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.19 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WNC
The strongest argument for WNC centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 24.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.73 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LMT
The primary concerns for LMT are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 2.04 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : WNC
The primary concerns for WNC are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.99 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LMT profiles as a value stock while WNC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WNC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.52 — expect wider price swings.
WNC is growing revenue faster at 24.8% — sustainability is the question.
LMT generates stronger free cash flow (3.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LMT scores higher overall (65/100 vs 62/100) and 11.3% 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.
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.
Visit Website →Wabash National Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Wabash National Corporation designs, manufactures, and distributes engineered solutions for the transportation, logistics, and distribution industries primarily in the United States. The company is headquartered in Lafayette, Indiana.
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