Lockheed Martin Corporation(LMT)Earnings, Financials & Key RatiosLockheed Martin Corporation (LMT) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q1
the company's aggressive capital allocation, including $816 million in dividends paid during 2026Q1 despite negative free cash flow of $291 million, suggests an unsustainable reliance on debt to fund shareholder returns.
Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026Latest | Apr 23, 2026 | $6.44vs $6.74-4.5% | $18.0Bvs $18.2B-1.1% |
| Q1 2026 | Jan 29, 2026 | $5.80vs $7.07-18.0% | $20.3Bvs $18.7B+8.6% |
| Q4 2025 | Oct 21, 2025 | $6.95vs $6.38+8.9% | $18.6Bvs $18.6B+0.3% |
| Q3 2025 | Jul 22, 2025 | $7.29vs $6.52+11.8% | $18.2Bvs $18.6B-2.2% |
Recent stock market news and headlines for Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT)
Lockheed Martin is leading the race to acquire Ultra Maritime, owned by private-equity firm Advent International, in a deal that could value the naval defence business at about $3.5 billion, the Financial Times reported on Thursday, citing people familiar with the matter.
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General Dynamics (NYSE:GD | GD Price Prediction) and Lockheed Martin (NYSE:LMT) reported Q1 2026 results pulling the two defense giants in opposite directions.
Lockheed Martin is upgraded to Buy as shares retrace to ~$500, offering a more attractive entry after a 20% pullback. Recent $43B+ in new missile and munitions contracts, including sole-source Sentinel A4 and THAAD awards, signal a tangible supply ramp and backlog-to-revenue conversion. LMT's valuation is now compelling, trading at 16.9x forward earnings and a ~5.7% FCF yield, near historical averages and at a discount to peers.
Key metrics vs top competitors for Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $538.00 | $123.99B | 25.03 | 5.65% | 6.68% | 76.87% | 2.51% | |
| $201.37 | $271.18B | 40.60 | 9.74% | 8.03% | 10.92% | — | |
| $547.75 | $77.8B | 18.84 | 2.24% | 10.8% | 28.05% | — | |
| $376.88 | $101.92B | 24.38 | 10.13% | 8.07% | 17.41% | — | |
| $234.54 | $184.89B | 94.57 | 34.49% | 2.46% | — | — | |
| $301.27 | $56.27B | 35.32 | 2.53% | 7.71% | 8.87% | — |
Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
Apr 23, 2026·SEC
Jan 29, 2026·SEC
Dec 18, 2025·SEC
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Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT) reported $75.11B in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 179% increase from $26.88B in 1996.
Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT) grew revenue by 5.7% over the past year. This is steady growth.
Yes, Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT) is profitable, generating $4.79B in net income for fiscal year 2025 (6.7% net margin).
Yes, Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT) pays a dividend with a yield of 2.51%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT) has a return on equity (ROE) of 76.9%. This is excellent, indicating efficient use of shareholder capital.
Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT) generated $5.66B in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.
