Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT)vsUnited Rentals Inc (URI)
LMT
Lockheed Martin Corporation
$524.19
-1.12%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $120.98B
URI
United Rentals Inc
$989.12
0.00%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $61.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lockheed Martin Corporation generates 358% more annual revenue ($77.01B vs $16.83B). URI leads profitability with a 15.7% profit margin vs 8.2%. LMT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.01. URI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
LMT
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
URI
Strong Buy72
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 URI.
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
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 26.0%
Earnings expanding 25.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 13.8x book value
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Grey zone — moderate risk
Elevated debt levels
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, 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 : URI
The strongest argument for URI centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.7% and operating margin at 26.0%. Revenue growth of 11.8% 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 : URI
The primary concerns for URI are Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.67 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LMT profiles as a value stock while URI is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
URI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.79 — expect wider price swings.
URI is growing revenue faster at 11.8% — sustainability is the question.
LMT generates stronger free cash flow (2.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
URI scores higher overall (72/100 vs 69/100), backed by strong 15.7% margins and 11.8% 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 →United Rentals Inc
INDUSTRIALS · RENTAL & LEASING SERVICES · USA
United Rentals, Inc. (NYSE: URI) is the world's largest equipment rental company, with about 13 percent of the North American market share as of 2019.
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