Great Lakes Dredge & Dock (GLDD)vsLockheed Martin Corporation (LMT)
GLDD
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock
$17.00
0.00%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.14B
LMT
Lockheed Martin Corporation
$529.48
+1.01%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $120.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lockheed Martin Corporation generates 8570% more annual revenue ($77.01B vs $888.28M). GLDD leads profitability with a 8.3% profit margin vs 8.2%. LMT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.01. LMT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
GLDD
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
LMT
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-72.1%
Fair Value
$9.85
Current Price
$17.00
$7.15 premium
Margin of Safety
-48.6%
Fair Value
$352.84
Current Price
$529.48
$176.64 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 26.5% year-over-year
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
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Earnings declined 37.9%
Trading at 13.9x book value
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GLDD
The strongest argument for GLDD centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 26.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.27 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull 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.
Bear Case : GLDD
The primary concerns for GLDD are Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, EPS Growth.
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.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GLDD profiles as a growth stock while LMT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
GLDD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.37 — expect wider price swings.
GLDD is growing revenue faster at 26.5% — 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 60/100) and 10.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock
INDUSTRIALS · ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION · USA
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation provides dredging services in the United States. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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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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