LMT
Lockheed Martin Corporation · Industrials · Aerospace & Defense
Last
$594.43
−$13.06 (−2.15%) 12:45 PM ET
Prev close $607.49
Open $605.65
Day high $609.12
Day low $594.01
Volume 577,926
Avg vol 1,425,776
Mkt cap
$140.84B
P/E ratio
27.91
FY Revenue
$75.05B
EPS
21.30
Gross Margin
8.91%
Sector
Industrials
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LMT
Lockheed Martin Corporation
Lockheed Martin currently combines a pronounced upward price trend with bullish breakout technical patterns while momentum indicators approach overbought territory. Fundamentally, the company shows steady revenue expansion, faster-growing earnings, and solid free cash flow generation alongside thin equity capitalization and elevated leverage. Valuation multiples appear rich relative to typical industrial and defense norms, which contrasts with high returns on equity and improving cash flow metrics.
AI summarized at 4:04 PM ET, 2026-03-02
AI summary scores
INTRADAY: 72 SWING: 78 LONG: 69
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
+42% (Above avg)
Vol/Avg: 1.42×
RSI
41.29 (Neutral)
Neutral (40–60)
MACD momentum
Intraday
+0.11 (Strong)
MACD: -0.42 Signal: -0.53
Short-Term
-0.86 (Weak)
MACD: -6.31 Signal: -5.46
Long-Term
-1.90 (Weak)
MACD: -3.34 Signal: -1.45
Intraday trend score 35.42

Latest news

LMT 12 articles Positive: 10 Neutral: 2 Negative: 0
Positive The Motley Fool • Brett Schafer
3 Unstoppable Defense Stocks on the Pentagon's Short List

With the 2027 U.S. defense budget proposal reaching $1.5 trillion (up from $1 trillion in 2026), three defense contractors are positioned to benefit: Rocket Lab offers unique rocket launch and satellite capabilities but trades at a premium valuation (P/S of 65); Lockheed Martin provides steady growth through established programs like the F-35 fighter jet with a more reasonable valuation (P/E of 20, P/S of 1.9); and Palantir Technologies delivers analytical software to government agencies with strong revenue growth but an extremely high valuation (P/S of 81.5).

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Sentiment note

Established defense contractor with diversified, long-term contracts in critical areas (F-35, Patriot missiles, space division). Reasonable valuation metrics (P/E of 20, P/S of 1.9) and consistent 62% cumulative revenue growth over 10 years make it suitable for portfolio inclusion.

Positive The Motley Fool • Jonathan Ponciano
What to Know About This $2.9 Million Defense ETF Buy in a 1.5% Allocation Bet

true Vision MN acquired 87,908 shares of the iShares Defense Industrials Active ETF (IDEF) worth $2.88 million in Q1 2026, representing a 1.48% allocation. The move reflects investor interest in defense and industrials exposure amid geopolitical tensions, with IDEF holding $3.3 billion in assets and featuring major defense contractors as top holdings.

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Sentiment note

Named as a top position in IDEF, reflecting investor conviction in the company's growth prospects within the defense sector.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Researchandmarkets.Com
Robotic Warfare Research Report 2025: Market Trends and Global Forecasts to 2035 - $66.55 Billion Driven by AI-Driven Drones, Autonomous Systems and Rising Defense Investments

The global robotic warfare market is projected to double from $33.63 billion in 2026 to $66.55 billion by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 7.06%. Growth is driven by increasing defense budgets, AI-driven autonomous drones, and rising demand for surveillance and autonomous systems, with North America leading and Asia-Pacific experiencing rapid expansion.

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Sentiment note

Major defense contractor with capabilities in autonomous systems and robotics, positioned to benefit from rising defense budgets and market expansion.

Positive The Motley Fool • Brett Schafer
Got $7,500? 1 Defense Stock With the Backlog and Balance Sheet to Weather Any Trump‑Era Budget Swing.

Lockheed Martin is recommended as a stable defense stock investment for $7,500, backed by a record $194 billion backlog, steady F-35 fighter jet and missile contracts, and growth in space technologies. The company trades at a reasonable 20x forward P/E ratio and is well-positioned to weather defense budget volatility, with projected defense spending growing from $1 trillion to $1.5 trillion by 2027.

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Sentiment note

Strong recommendation based on record $194 billion backlog, stable long-term contracts (F-35, missiles), reasonable valuation at 20x forward P/E, diversified revenue streams including space technologies, and resilience through defense budget cycles. Company positioned to benefit from projected defense spending increase to $1.5 trillion by 2027.

Neutral Investing.com • Frank Holmes
Pentagon Goes All-In on AI: How a Historic Budget Is Fueling Defense-Tech Stocks

President Trump's proposed $1.5 trillion defense budget includes $13.4 billion for autonomous systems and AI, signaling a fundamental shift in modern warfare toward cheap, smart unmanned weapons. Recent conflicts demonstrate this shift, with defense-tech startups and companies like Palantir and Anduril experiencing explosive growth. Record ETF inflows and venture capital funding suggest significant investment opportunities in the defense-AI sector.

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Sentiment note

Mentioned as traditional defense giant being surpassed in market cap by newer AI-focused competitors like Palantir, suggesting potential competitive pressure despite increased defense budgets.

Neutral Benzinga • Lekha Gupta
What's Going On With Lockheed Martin Stock Tuesday?

Lockheed Martin (LMT) shares declined 1.46% on Tuesday despite broader market gains, as investors rotated into higher-performing sectors. The company secured a $1.9 billion Pentagon contract for C-130J training and expanded its venture capital fund to $1 billion. Technical analysis shows mixed signals with short-term pressure but longer-term uptrend intact. The stock carries a Hold rating with a $617.75 price target ahead of April 23 earnings.

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Sentiment note

Mixed signals: positive catalysts (Pentagon contract worth $1.9B, venture capital fund expansion to $1B) offset by near-term technical weakness and sector rotation headwinds. Quality fundamentals (94.56 score) are strong, but weak valuation (27.31 score) and negative momentum indicators (MACD below signal line) create near-term pressure. Hold rating reflects balanced outlook.

Positive Benzinga • Lekha Gupta
Lockheed Martin Boosts Missile Output With $4.7 Billion U.S. Order

Lockheed Martin secured a $4.7 billion U.S. government contract to accelerate production of PAC-3 Missile Segment Enhancement (MSE) interceptors. The contract follows a January framework agreement with the Department of Defense aimed at boosting munitions stockpiles and national security. The stock trades near its 20-day moving average with mixed technical signals, though longer-term uptrend remains supported. Earnings are scheduled for April 23.

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Sentiment note

Secured a substantial $4.7 billion contract to increase missile production, demonstrating strong government demand and business growth. The company shows bullish momentum (77.76) and strong quality scores (94.51), though valuation is elevated. Stock is up 33.87% over 12 months despite recent consolidation.

Positive Benzinga • Erica Kollmann
Ghost Murmur: Lockheed's Quantum Heartbeat Hunter The CIA Used To Pluck US Airman Out Of Iran's Desert

Lockheed Martin's classified quantum-sensing technology called 'Ghost Murmur' was reportedly used by the CIA to locate and extract a downed U.S. airman from Iran's mountains. The system uses quantum magnetometers and AI to detect human heartbeats from long range. This marks the first real-world deployment of the previously classified technology, with President Trump calling the mission 'unbelievable.'

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Sentiment note

Successful real-world deployment of advanced classified technology demonstrates innovation leadership and validates years of R&D investment. Positive presidential endorsement and high-profile mission success enhance company reputation and defense capabilities credibility.

Positive The Motley Fool • Bram Berkowitz
6 Stocks to Buy to Hedge Against a Prolonged War in Iran or Rebound If It's Short-Lived

The article recommends six stocks to hedge against Iran war uncertainty. For prolonged conflict scenarios: Chevron benefits from higher oil prices, Lockheed Martin gains from increased defense spending, and the VEGI ETF benefits from fertilizer demand. For quick resolution scenarios: United Airlines, Compass, and Microsoft should rebound as oil prices normalize and geopolitical risk diminishes.

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Sentiment note

Defense contractor positioned to benefit from prolonged conflict and increased U.S. defense spending. Recently committed to quadrupling munitions production with Trump administration support.

Positive The Motley Fool • Brett Schafer
2 Defense Stocks Worth Buying as Global Tensions Continue

As global tensions persist and warfare evolves with underwater drones and missile defense systems, two defense contractors are positioned for growth: Kraken Robotics, a leading supplier of subsea batteries for underwater drones with 60% revenue growth, and Lockheed Martin, a major defense contractor benefiting from the $185 billion Golden Dome missile defense project and a record $194 billion backlog.

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Sentiment note

As a major defense contractor, the company benefits from increased global defense budgets, the $185 billion Golden Dome missile defense project, and a record $194 billion backlog. The F-35 fighter jet provides stable long-term cash flow. Forward P/E of 20 is reasonable for a stable, growing business with strong market position.

Positive The Motley Fool • Courtney Carlsen
Better Defense Stock: Lockheed Martin vs. RTX

With global defense spending projected to exceed $1.5 trillion by 2027, both Lockheed Martin and RTX are positioned to benefit from increased military budgets. Lockheed Martin is anchored by F-35 aircraft sales and missile systems with a record $194 billion backlog, while RTX offers more diversification through its defense and commercial aerospace businesses with a $268 billion backlog. The analyst gives RTX a slight edge due to its more diversified business model reducing reliance on defense spending alone.

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Sentiment note

Strong growth in aeronautics and missiles segments, record $194 billion backlog exceeding 2.5x annual sales, new framework agreement to quadruple Precision Strike Missile production, and consistent long-term revenue visibility from F-35 maintenance and upgrades.

Positive The Motley Fool • Todd Shriber
Where Will Lockheed Martin Stock Be in 5 Years?

Lockheed Martin stock is positioned for potential significant gains over the next five years, supported by soaring global defense budgets and strong capital allocation. The company generates substantial free cash flow ($6.9B in 2025) and returns capital to shareholders through buybacks and dividends ($6.1B last year). With increasing defense spending worldwide, particularly in Europe, and a track record of prudent cash stewardship, the defense contractor could deliver superior long-term returns despite recent pullback from $692 to $600.

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Sentiment note

The article presents multiple bullish catalysts including soaring global defense budgets (particularly in Europe), strong free cash flow generation ($6.9B in 2025), prudent capital allocation with $6.1B returned to shareholders, and a solid competitive position. The recent pullback from $692 to $600 is framed as a potential buying opportunity, suggesting upside potential over the next five years.

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