Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT)vsRBC Bearings Incorporated (RBC)
LMT
Lockheed Martin Corporation
$524.19
-1.12%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $120.98B
RBC
RBC Bearings Incorporated
$494.83
+3.51%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $15.47B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lockheed Martin Corporation generates 3841% more annual revenue ($77.01B vs $1.95B). RBC leads profitability with a 16.4% 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-).
LMT
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
RBC
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-48.6%
Fair Value
$352.84
Current Price
$524.19
$171.35 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for RBC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 27.2%
19.2% revenue growth
Earnings expanding 47.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 13.8x book value
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : RBC
The strongest argument for RBC centers on Debt/Equity, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.4% and operating margin at 27.2%. Revenue growth of 19.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
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.
Bear Case : RBC
The primary concerns for RBC are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 48.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LMT profiles as a value stock while RBC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
RBC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.40 — expect wider price swings.
RBC is growing revenue faster at 19.2% — 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 65/100) and 10.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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 →RBC Bearings Incorporated
INDUSTRIALS · TOOLS & ACCESSORIES · USA
Regal Beloit Corporation designs, manufactures and sells electric motors, electric motion controls, and power generation and transmission products worldwide. The company is headquartered in Beloit, Wisconsin.
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