Lockheed Martin Corp EV/EBITDA
Data as of August 04, 2026
EV/EBITDA
14.00
Enterprise Value
$151.24B
EBITDA (TTM)
$10.80B
Sector
Aerospace & Defense
How It's Calculated
14.00 = $151.24B ÷ $10.80B
What This Means
Lockheed Martin Corp's EV/EBITDA of 14.0 is in a moderate range for Aerospace & Defense.
About Lockheed Martin Corp
Lockheed Martin Corp (LMT) operates in the Aerospace & Defense sector, specifically in Aerospace & Defense. With a market capitalization of about $134.49B, it ranks as a large-cap stock — a major established company.
Shares recently traded near $586.29, within a 52-week range of $412.55 to $692.00 (-15.3% from the high, +42.1% from the low). Beta of 0.12 indicates relatively lower volatility versus the market.
Trailing profit margin is about 8.2%, signaling modest profitability that investors should weigh against growth plans.
Understanding This Metric
EV/EBITDA is widely used when comparing companies with different debt loads because enterprise value includes net debt while EBITDA approximates operating cash earnings power. For Lockheed Martin Corp, the ratio should be read with growth, capex needs, and cycle position in Aerospace & Defense. Pair EV/EBITDA with free cash flow yield and net debt metrics before drawing conclusions — especially when EBITDA is depressed or boosted by one-time items.
Using This Number in Practice
Near 14.00x EV/EBITDA, Lockheed Martin Corp (LMT) carries a mid-range EV/EBITDA multiple that investors often stack-rank within the sector. Enterprise value of about $151.24B and EBITDA near $10.80B form the ratio — adjust for one-time items before treating the headline multiple as comparable.
Credit and LBO workflows often sort names on EV/EBITDA before drilling into free cash flow and maintenance capex. Pair this view with the EV/EBITDA calculator and the LMT metrics hub for related valuation pages.
Sector Comparison
Among Aerospace & Defense names on our S&P 100 coverage, Lockheed Martin Corp's EV/EBITDA of 14.00 can be compared with peers such as GE (41.73), RTX (21.67), BA (30.40). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Aerospace & Defense stocks.
Key Takeaways
- LMT is grouped in the Aerospace & Defense sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 0.12 suggests lower-than-market price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 8.2% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is LMT's EV/EBITDA?
EV/EBITDA compares enterprise value to operating earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. Lockheed Martin Corp's ratio is about 14.00 — common for comparing leveraged companies in Aerospace & Defense.
Is 14.00 high or low vs peers?
Among Aerospace & Defense peers (e.g. GE (41.73), BA (30.40), RTX (21.67)), LMT's 14.00 should be read with growth, capex, and debt levels.
When is EV/EBITDA misleading?
EBITDA ignores capex, working capital, and stock-based comp; negative or tiny EBITDA makes the ratio meaningless. Cross-check with free cash flow and net debt.
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