Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT)vsFreightcar America Inc (RAIL)
LMT
Lockheed Martin Corporation
$519.10
-1.79%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $118.38B
RAIL
Freightcar America Inc
$7.58
+3.13%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $150.42M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lockheed Martin Corporation generates 15914% more annual revenue ($75.11B vs $469.01M). LMT leads profitability with a 6.4% profit margin vs 6.3%. RAIL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.64. LMT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
LMT
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
RAIL
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
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 RAIL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 64 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Trading at 15.9x book value
0.3% revenue growth
6.4% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
6.3% margin — thin
ROE of -8.8% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 33.2%
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 : RAIL
The strongest argument for RAIL centers on P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.64 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 : RAIL
The primary concerns for RAIL are Market Cap, Profit Margin, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RAIL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.49 — expect wider price swings.
LMT is growing revenue faster at 0.3% — sustainability is the question.
RAIL generates stronger free cash flow (-4M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor AEROSPACE & DEFENSE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
LMT scores higher overall (55/100 vs 41/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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 →Freightcar America Inc
INDUSTRIALS · RAILROADS · USA
FreightCar America, Inc. designs, manufactures, and sells railroad cars and railroad components for the transportation of bulk goods and containerized cargo products primarily in North America. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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