Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT)vsMSC Industrial Direct Company Inc (MSM)
LMT
Lockheed Martin Corporation
$517.97
+1.60%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $119.43B
MSM
MSC Industrial Direct Company Inc
$100.75
-2.08%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $5.46B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lockheed Martin Corporation generates 1860% more annual revenue ($75.11B vs $3.83B). LMT leads profitability with a 6.4% profit margin vs 5.4%. LMT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.08. LMT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
LMT
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
MSM
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-37.4%
Fair Value
$457.50
Current Price
$517.97
$60.47 premium
Margin of Safety
+20.6%
Fair Value
$119.60
Current Price
$100.75
$18.85 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 68 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 15.9x book value
0.3% revenue growth
6.4% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
2.9% revenue growth
5.4% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LMT
The strongest argument for LMT centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap. PEG of 1.08 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MSM
The strongest argument for MSM centers on Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : LMT
The primary concerns for LMT are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 3.23 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : MSM
The primary concerns for MSM are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MSM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.78 — expect wider price swings.
MSM is growing revenue faster at 2.9% — sustainability is the question.
MSM generates stronger free cash flow (73M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor AEROSPACE & DEFENSE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
LMT scores higher overall (55/100 vs 51/100). MSM offers better value entry with a 20.6% margin of safety. 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 →MSC Industrial Direct Company Inc
INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc., distributes metalworking and maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) products in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and the United Kingdom. The company is headquartered in Melville, New York.
Compare with Other AEROSPACE & DEFENSE Stocks
Want to dig deeper into these stocks?