Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT)vsWilliams Companies Inc (WMB)
LMT
Lockheed Martin Corporation
$624.20
+2.30%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $144.44B
WMB
Williams Companies Inc
$73.81
-0.87%
ENERGY · Cap: $90.96B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lockheed Martin Corporation generates 534% more annual revenue ($75.05B vs $11.83B). WMB leads profitability with a 22.1% profit margin vs 6.7%. LMT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.34. WMB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
LMT
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
WMB
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+37.5%
Fair Value
$1005.26
Current Price
$624.20
$381.06 discount
Margin of Safety
+29.0%
Fair Value
$100.15
Current Price
$73.81
$26.34 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 77 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Generating 2.8B in free cash flow
Strong operational efficiency at 41.2%
Earnings expanding 50.8% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
1.6% earnings growth
6.7% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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, Market Cap, Free Cash Flow. PEG of 1.34 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WMB
The strongest argument for WMB centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.1% and operating margin at 41.2%.
Bear Case : LMT
The primary concerns for LMT are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Debt-to-equity of 3.23 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : WMB
The primary concerns for WMB are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LMT profiles as a value stock while WMB is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
WMB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.65 — expect wider price swings.
LMT is growing revenue faster at 9.1% — sustainability is the question.
LMT generates stronger free cash flow (2.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WMB scores higher overall (67/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 22.1% margins. LMT offers better value entry with a 37.5% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "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 →Williams Companies Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
The Williams Companies, Inc., is an American energy company based in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Its core business is natural gas processing and transportation, with additional petroleum and electricity generation assets.
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