Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT)vsSPX Corp (SPXC)
LMT
Lockheed Martin Corporation
$643.70
+2.22%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $126.53B
SPXC
SPX Corp
$165.20
+0.08%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $8.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lockheed Martin Corporation generates 3011% more annual revenue ($77.01B vs $2.48B). SPXC leads profitability with a 11.3% profit margin vs 8.2%. SPXC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.98. SPXC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
LMT
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
SPXC
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-70.3%
Fair Value
$354.67
Current Price
$643.70
$289.03 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for SPXC.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 22.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 41.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 16.9x book value
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Moderate valuation
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 1.02 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SPXC
The strongest argument for SPXC centers on Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 22.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.98 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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.
Bear Case : SPXC
The primary concerns for SPXC are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LMT profiles as a value stock while SPXC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SPXC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
SPXC is growing revenue faster at 22.9% — sustainability is the question.
LMT generates stronger free cash flow (3.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SPXC scores higher overall (70/100 vs 69/100) and 22.9% 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.
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INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
SPX Corporation supplies infrastructure equipment for the heating, ventilation and cooling (HVAC), sensing and measurement, power transmission and generation, and industrial markets in the United States, China, South Africa, the United Kingdom, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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