Hurco Companies Inc (HURC)vsLockheed Martin Corporation (LMT)
HURC
Hurco Companies Inc
$22.25
+2.39%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $136.20M
LMT
Lockheed Martin Corporation
$643.70
+2.20%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $126.53B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lockheed Martin Corporation generates 41929% more annual revenue ($77.01B vs $183.24M). LMT leads profitability with a 8.2% profit margin vs -3.6%. HURC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.51. LMT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
HURC
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
LMT
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+25.9%
Fair Value
$23.83
Current Price
$22.25
$1.58 discount
Margin of Safety
-70.3%
Fair Value
$354.67
Current Price
$643.70
$289.03 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 68.6% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Every $100 of equity generates 65 in profit
Earnings expanding 443.8% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 3.0B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
3.2% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -7.3% — below average capital efficiency
Trading at 16.9x book value
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HURC
The strongest argument for HURC centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. PEG of 0.51 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 1.02 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : HURC
The primary concerns for HURC are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
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.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HURC profiles as a turnaround stock while LMT is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HURC carries more volatility with a beta of 0.72 — expect wider price swings.
LMT is growing revenue faster at 10.5% — sustainability is the question.
LMT generates stronger free cash flow (3.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LMT scores higher overall (69/100 vs 59/100) and 10.5% revenue growth. HURC offers better value entry with a 25.9% margin of safety. 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.
Hurco Companies Inc
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Hurco Companies, Inc., an industrial technology company, designs, manufactures and sells computerized machine tools to companies in the metal cutting industry worldwide. The company is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana.
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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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