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Defense Stock Face-Off: Lockheed Martin vs. Howmet Aerospace -- Which Is the Better Buy Right Now?
View original at nasdaq.comDefense Stock Face-Off: Lockheed Martin vs. Howmet Aerospace -- Which Is the Better Buy Right Now? Key Points Lockheed Martin and Howmet Aerospace benefit from increased defense spending…
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Howmet Aerospace is trading at more than 54 times forward earnings estimates, more than twice Lockheed's forward P/E ratio of 20.6, meaning much of Howmet's growth is already priced in
60% confidenceLockheed Martin's position as lead contractor for F-35 and major missile programs ensures steady cash flow largely insulated from traditional economic recessions
60% confidenceThe war in Iran will push Howmet's likely growth higher in 2026
60% confidenceLockheed Martin is a better buy than Howmet Aerospace due to steady income production, huge backlog, and greater diversity
60% confidenceThe Motley Fool Stock Advisor identified 10 best stocks for investors to buy now, and Lockheed Martin was not one of them
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| Lockheed Martin Corporation · forward pe ratio | 20.6 ratio |
| Lockheed Martin Corporation · backlog | 194 USD |
| Lockheed Martin Corporation · quarterly dividend | 3.45 USD |
| Lockheed Martin Corporation · eps | 21.49 USD |
| Lockheed Martin Corporation · consecutive dividend increases | 23 years |