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NYSE:LMT

Lockheed Martin (LMT) Stock Price, News & Analysis

$433.20
-2.62 (-0.60%)
(As of 03/18/2024 ET)
Today's Range
$431.68
$436.09
50-Day Range
$418.02
$463.18
52-Week Range
$393.77
$508.10
Volume
960,725 shs
Average Volume
1.21 million shs
Market Capitalization
$104.68 billion
P/E Ratio
15.72
Dividend Yield
2.91%
Price Target
$491.92

Lockheed Martin MarketRank™ Stock Analysis

Analyst Rating
Hold
2.25 Rating Score
Upside/​Downside
13.6% Upside
$491.92 Price Target
Short Interest
Healthy
0.72% of Float Sold Short
Dividend Strength
Strong
Based on Four Factors
Sustainability
-2.46
Upright™ Environmental Score
News Sentiment
0.87mentions of Lockheed Martin in the last 14 days
Based on 17 Articles This Week
Insider Trading
Selling Shares
$7.25 M Sold Last Quarter
Proj. Earnings Growth
8.45%
From $26.16 to $28.37 Per Share

Overall MarketRank

New Rank-Based ScoringMarketRank is calculated by averaging available category scores (with extra weight given to analysis and valuation), then ranking the company's weighted average against that of other companies.

4.90 out of 5 stars

Aerospace Sector

1st out of 46 stocks

Guided Missiles & Space Vehicles & Parts Industry

1st out of 6 stocks

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About Lockheed Martin Stock (NYSE:LMT)

Lockheed Martin Corporation was formed in 1995 by the merger of Lockheed Corporation and Martin Marietta. The company is headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, and is the No. 1 U.S. defense contractor by revenue and market cap. It is the world’s third-largest aerospace company, with 75% of its business in the defense market. Ten percent of Pentagon spending goes to Lockheed Martin, and 50% of its annual revenue comes from the Department of Defense. In 2020, it was the No. 1 recipient of Pentagon spending, at $72.9 billion, more than three times the money spent on the No. 2 U.S. defense player and more than all spent on the second through fourth positions. 

Lockheed Martin Corporation’s roots date back to the Loughead (pronounced Lockheed) Aircraft Manufacturing Company, founded by the Loughead brothers in 1912. By 1920, the first venture had gone bankrupt due to a decline in post-WWI demand, but it restarted in 1926. Investors, including John Northrop of Northrop Grumman Corporation, raised the money to start the Lockheed Aircraft Manufacturing Company. They used technology developed from 1912 to 1920 to produce the Vega, a cutting-edge passenger plane that could seat up to seven passengers. 

By 1928, the company made about five planes a week and brought in more than $1 million per year. The Depression cut the bottom out of the aircraft market, and the company fell on hard times. By this point, the founders were out of the business and failed to make a bid to repurchase the company when it fell into receivership. Among the many early successes were the Vega and the Model 10 Electra, both flown by Amelia Earhart, the latter to her end. 

The new Lockheed Aircraft Corporation expanded its aircraft lines into World War II, including plans for potential defense aircraft. This planning had the company in an excellent position to win defense contracts when the U.S. entered World War II and helped launch it to its current status. It was also when the company launched the advanced development projects, which came to be called Skunk Works. Skunk Works is responsible for many advances in military technology, including the first kill recorded in jet-to-jet combat. Cold War advances include the C-130, the Polaris Submarine-Launched Ballistic Missile System and the iconic SR-71 Blackbird. 

Martin Marietta was formed in 1961 by the merger of Glenn L. Martin Company and American Marietta Corporation. The company was an aerospace-focused manufacturer specializing in missiles and missile systems. Projects accredited to it include the Titan and Pershing Missile Systems and the MGM-51 Shillelagh Anti-Tank Guided Missile System. 

Today, Lockheed Martin Corporation operates as a security and aerospace company worldwide. It researches, designs, develops and manufactures defense and security systems for government and private use. The company operates in four segments: aeronautics, missiles and fire control, rotary and mission systems and space. The company’s other projects include health, renewable energy, energy distribution and nuclear fusion research and development. 

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Company Calendar

Ex-Dividend for 12/29 Dividend
11/30/2023
Dividend Payable
12/29/2023
Last Earnings
1/23/2024
Ex-Dividend for 3/29 Dividend
2/29/2024
Today
3/18/2024
Dividend Payable
3/29/2024
Next Earnings (Estimated)
4/16/2024
Fiscal Year End
12/31/2024

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Sector
Aerospace
Industry
Guided missiles & space vehicles & parts
Sub-Industry
Aerospace & Defense
CUSIP
53983010
Employees
122,000
Year Founded
1995

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Target
$491.92
High Stock Price Target
$550.00
Low Stock Price Target
$440.00
Potential Upside/Downside
+13.4%
Consensus Rating
Hold
Rating Score (0-4)
2.25
Research Coverage
12 Analysts

Profitability

Net Income
$6.92 billion
Pretax Margin
11.98%

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
$67.57 billion
Cash Flow
$34.67 per share
Book Value
$28.28 per share

Miscellaneous

Free Float
241,232,000
Market Cap
$104.79 billion
Optionable
Optionable
Beta
0.48

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Should I Buy Lockheed Martin Stock? LMT Pros and Cons Explained

These insights were generated using artificial intelligence. They are based on proprietary MarketBeat data, news articles, and custom LLM A.I. algorithms. This analysis of Lockheed Martin was last updated on Sunday, March 17, 2024 at 11:23 PM.

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Lockheed Martin Co.:

  • Lockheed Martin Co. has a strong financial performance, with a market capitalization of $102.47 billion, indicating stability and size in the market.
  • Lockheed Martin Co. reported a solid quarterly earnings result, beating the consensus estimate and demonstrating strong financial health.
  • The company operates in the aerospace and defense industry, which is known for its resilience and stability, making it a safe investment option.
  • Lockheed Martin Co. has a diverse range of products and services, operating in segments like Aeronautics, Missiles and Fire Control, Rotary and Mission Systems, and Space, providing multiple revenue streams.
  • Despite recent fluctuations, Lockheed Martin Co.'s stock price has shown resilience and potential for growth, making it an attractive investment opportunity.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in Lockheed Martin Co. for these reasons:

  • Lockheed Martin Co. has a debt-to-equity ratio of 2.53, which indicates a relatively high level of debt compared to equity, posing a risk in case of economic downturns or financial challenges.
  • The company's price-to-earnings ratio of 15.39 and P/E/G ratio of 3.86 may suggest that the stock is currently overvalued, potentially limiting short-term gains for investors.
  • Lockheed Martin Co. operates in a highly regulated industry, subject to government contracts and geopolitical risks, which could impact the company's performance and profitability.
  • Recent global events and geopolitical tensions may affect Lockheed Martin Co.'s international sales and operations, leading to potential disruptions and uncertainties in the market.
  • Investors should consider the competitive landscape in the aerospace and defense industry, as increased competition could impact Lockheed Martin Co.'s market share and profitability.

LMT Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell Lockheed Martin stock right now?

12 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Lockheed Martin in the last twelve months. There are currently 9 hold ratings and 3 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "hold" LMT shares. A hold rating indicates that analysts believe investors should maintain any existing positions they have in LMT, but not buy additional shares or sell existing shares.
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What is Lockheed Martin's stock price target for 2024?

12 Wall Street analysts have issued 1-year target prices for Lockheed Martin's stock. Their LMT share price targets range from $440.00 to $550.00. On average, they anticipate the company's stock price to reach $491.92 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 13.6% from the stock's current price.
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How have LMT shares performed in 2024?

Lockheed Martin's stock was trading at $453.24 at the start of the year. Since then, LMT stock has decreased by 4.4% and is now trading at $433.20.
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Are investors shorting Lockheed Martin?

Lockheed Martin saw a decrease in short interest in the month of February. As of February 29th, there was short interest totaling 1,740,000 shares, a decrease of 9.8% from the February 14th total of 1,930,000 shares. Based on an average daily trading volume, of 1,140,000 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is presently 1.5 days. Currently, 0.7% of the shares of the company are short sold.
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When is Lockheed Martin's next earnings date?

The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Tuesday, April 16th 2024.
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How were Lockheed Martin's earnings last quarter?

Lockheed Martin Co. (NYSE:LMT) released its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, January, 23rd. The aerospace company reported $7.90 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $7.26 by $0.64. The aerospace company had revenue of $18.87 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $17.96 billion. Lockheed Martin had a net margin of 10.24% and a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 79.91%. The company's revenue for the quarter was down .6% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter last year, the firm earned $7.79 earnings per share.
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How often does Lockheed Martin pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Lockheed Martin?

Lockheed Martin announced a quarterly dividend on Tuesday, January 23rd. Shareholders of record on Friday, March 1st will be paid a dividend of $3.15 per share on Friday, March 29th. This represents a $12.60 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 2.91%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Thursday, February 29th.
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Is Lockheed Martin a good dividend stock?

Lockheed Martin (NYSE:LMT) pays an annual dividend of $12.60 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 2.89%. The company has been increasing its dividend for 21 consecutive years, indicating the company has a strong committment to maintain and grow its dividend. The dividend payout ratio is 45.74%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%. Based on earnings estimates, LMT will have a dividend payout ratio of 44.41% next year. This indicates that the company will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.
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What guidance has Lockheed Martin issued on next quarter's earnings?

Lockheed Martin issued an update on its FY 2024 earnings guidance on Tuesday, January, 23rd. The company provided EPS guidance of 25.650-26.350 for the period, compared to the consensus EPS estimate of 26.620. The company issued revenue guidance of $68.5 billion-$70.0 billion, compared to the consensus revenue estimate of $68.7 billion.

What is James D. Taiclet's approval rating as Lockheed Martin's CEO?

147 employees have rated Lockheed Martin Chief Executive Officer James D. Taiclet on Glassdoor.com. James D. Taiclet has an approval rating of 92% among the company's employees. This puts James D. Taiclet in the top 30% of approval ratings compared to other CEOs of publicly-traded companies.

What other stocks do shareholders of Lockheed Martin own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Lockheed Martin investors own include Johnson & Johnson (JNJ), Boeing (BA), NVIDIA (NVDA), Walt Disney (DIS), Home Depot (HD), AT&T (T), Intel (INTC), Cisco Systems (CSCO), Alibaba Group (BABA) and JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM).

Who are Lockheed Martin's major shareholders?

Lockheed Martin's stock is owned by a number of retail and institutional investors. Top institutional investors include Vanguard Group Inc. (9.15%), Charles Schwab Investment Management Inc. (2.33%), Capital World Investors (2.08%), Wellington Management Group LLP (1.16%), Wells Fargo & Company MN (1.07%) and Franklin Resources Inc. (1.07%). Insiders that own company stock include Brian P Colan, Gregory M Ulmer, John Donovan, John Frank A St, John Frank A St, Kenneth R Possenriede, Maryanne Lavan, Richard F Ambrose, Richard F Ambrose, Stephanie C Hill and Timothy S Cahill.
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How do I buy shares of Lockheed Martin?

Shares of LMT stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.
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This page (NYSE:LMT) was last updated on 3/18/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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