Lockheed Martin (LMT, $370.73) tops Q3 earnings & revenue expectations; hikes full-year guidance
Lockheed Martin beat earnings and revenue expectations for the third quarter. The company is one of the biggest companies in the aerospace, defense, security, and technologies industry, and is the largest U.S. defense contractor.
Lockheed Martin’s earnings per share came in at $5.66, handily topping analysts’ expectations of $5.03 .
Net sales of $15.17 billion in the quarter also exceeded analysts’ estimate of $14.98.
Sales from Lockheed’s Aeronautics segment grew +10% year-over-year for the quarter, while those from Missiles & Fire Control increased +14%. Space System segment had +5% higher sales – particularly on the back of government satellite programs, Global Positioning System (GPS) III , strategic and missile defense programs. On the other hand, Rotary & Mission Systems experienced a -4% year-over-year decline in sales.
As of Sep 29, 2019, Lockheed had $137.4 billion in the backlog, up +0.5% from $136.7 billion at the end of second quarter 2019.
In the third quarter, the company paid dividends worth $621 million to its shareholders. The year-ago figure was $569 million.
Looking ahead, Lockheed raised its full-year earnings per share guidance to $21.55 (vs. prior $20.85-$21.15 range) , while analysts expect $21.22 (based on Zacks consensus estimate). Revenue guidance for the year has been partially raised to $59.10 billion (vs. prior guided range $58.25-$59.75 billion), while analysts’ project $59.31 billion (based on Zacks consensus estimate).
LMT in downward trend: price dove below 50-day moving average on April 07, 2026
LMT moved below its 50-day moving average on April 07, 2026 date and that indicates a change from an upward trend to a downward trend. In of 36 similar past instances, the stock price decreased further within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bearish Trend Analysis
The Momentum Indicator moved below the 0 level on April 16, 2026. You may want to consider selling the stock, shorting the stock, or exploring put options on LMT as a result. In of 82 cases where the Momentum Indicator fell below 0, the stock fell further within the subsequent month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence Histogram (MACD) for LMT turned negative on April 10, 2026. This could be a sign that the stock is set to turn lower in the coming weeks. Traders may want to sell the stock or buy put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 45 similar instances when the indicator turned negative. In of the 45 cases the stock turned lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of success at .
The 10-day moving average for LMT crossed bearishly below the 50-day moving average on March 27, 2026. This indicates that the trend has shifted lower and could be considered a sell signal. In of 15 past instances when the 10-day crossed below the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where LMT declined for three days, the price rose further in of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
The Aroon Indicator for LMT entered a downward trend on April 09, 2026. This could indicate a strong downward move is ahead for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options.
Bullish Trend Analysis
The Stochastic Oscillator is in the oversold zone. Keep an eye out for a move up in the foreseeable future.
Following a 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where LMT advanced for three days, in of 357 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
LMT may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the stock or exploring call options.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is seriously undervalued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: LMT's P/B Ratio (20.833) is slightly higher than the industry average of (7.941). P/E Ratio (28.268) is within average values for comparable stocks, (72.609). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (1.296) is also within normal values, averaging (2.046). Dividend Yield (0.022) settles around the average of (0.015) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (1.890) is also within normal values, averaging (160.765).
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating very strong sales and a profitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to outstanding earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating low risk on high returns. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 62, placing this stock better than average.
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. LMT’s price grows at a higher rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
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a manufacturer of components and systems for aerospace and defense use
Industry AerospaceDefense
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