Get a deeper insight into the potential performance of Lockheed (LMT) for the quarter ended June 2025 by going beyond Wall Street's top-and-bottom-line estimates and examining the estimates for some of its key metrics.
LMT's Q2 sales are likely to have risen across all segments, but dismal earnings expectations and weak price performance raise caution.
Lockheed (LMT) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.
LMT's Rotary and Mission Systems unit wins a $198M U.S. Navy contract to support next-gen sonar system upgrades.
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LMT's DRACO project cut by budget slashes, but its deep NASA ties and NEP work keep its space ambitions alive.
LMT delivers SPY-7 radar shipset to Japan, reflecting global demand and deepening U.S.-Japan defense ties.
Lockheed Martin combines strategic leadership and stable operations, with solid growth in key programs, like the F-35 and precision missiles in Q1 2025. Valuation is reasonable, with a P/E FWD of 17.1x and PEG of 1.87, offering better profitability and cash flow than competitors like RTX (P/E > 24x) and Northrop Grumman (PEG 4.5x). Lockheed Martin excels in profitability: ROE over 70%, EBIT margin of 13.9%, and strong free cash flow margin (9.9%), supporting an attractive 2.7% dividend and ongoing buybacks.
Escalating Russia-Ukraine tensions spotlight LMT as demand surges for its Patriot and HIMARS defense systems.
Lockheed Martin is well positioned for future growth, driven by increasing demand for drones, anti-drone systems, and cybersecurity solutions. Despite recent share price declines and stagnant revenues, I believe LMT will outperform as global defense spending rises and allies increase F-35 orders. LMT's reasonable valuation, strong operating margins in cybersecurity, and robust product lineup make it an attractive investment opportunity.
The latest trading day saw Lockheed Martin (LMT) settling at $469.06, representing a +1.41% change from its previous close.
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