Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT)vsWaste Connections Inc (WCN)
LMT
Lockheed Martin Corporation
$573.75
+0.80%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $118.59B
WCN
Waste Connections Inc
$172.81
+2.12%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $43.68B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lockheed Martin Corporation generates 682% more annual revenue ($75.11B vs $9.61B). WCN leads profitability with a 11.0% profit margin vs 6.4%. LMT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.07. LMT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 55/100 (C-).
LMT
Buy55
out of 100
Grade: C-
WCN
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-69.8%
Fair Value
$342.36
Current Price
$573.75
$231.39 premium
Margin of Safety
-10.9%
Fair Value
$154.75
Current Price
$172.81
$18.06 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 72 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 2.9B in free cash flow
No standout strengths identified
Areas to Watch
Trading at 17.6x book value
0.3% revenue growth
6.4% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
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, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 1.07 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WCN
WCN has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bear Case : LMT
The primary concerns for LMT are Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 2.34 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : WCN
The primary concerns for WCN are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 42.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WCN carries more volatility with a beta of 0.48 — expect wider price swings.
WCN is growing revenue faster at 6.4% — sustainability is the question.
LMT generates stronger free cash flow (2.9B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor AEROSPACE & DEFENSE industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
LMT scores higher overall (55/100 vs 47/100). 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.
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INDUSTRIALS · WASTE MANAGEMENT · USA
Waste Connections, Inc. provides waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Vaughan, Canada.
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