Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT)vsMueller Water Products (MWA)
LMT
Lockheed Martin Corporation
$519.10
-1.85%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $118.38B
MWA
Mueller Water Products
$25.33
+0.96%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.04B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lockheed Martin Corporation generates 5031% more annual revenue ($75.11B vs $1.46B). MWA leads profitability with a 14.2% profit margin vs 6.4%. MWA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.08. MWA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
LMT
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
MWA
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-53.9%
Fair Value
$340.34
Current Price
$519.10
$178.76 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MWA.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 64 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 22.1%
Areas to Watch
Trading at 15.9x book value
0.3% revenue growth
6.4% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LMT
The strongest argument for LMT centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap. PEG of 1.09 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : MWA
The strongest argument for MWA centers on Operating Margin. PEG of 1.08 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LMT
The primary concerns for LMT are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 2.76 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : MWA
The primary concerns for MWA are Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MWA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.03 — expect wider price swings.
MWA is growing revenue faster at 5.5% — sustainability is the question.
MWA generates stronger free cash flow (-28M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor AEROSPACE & DEFENSE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
MWA scores higher overall (66/100 vs 55/100). 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.
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.
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INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Mueller Water Products, Inc. manufactures and markets products and services for use in the transmission, distribution, and metering of water in the United States, Canada, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
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