Sector: Industrials|Industry: Aerospace & Defense|Market Cap: $117.25B|Employees: 122K
Lockheed Martin is a global aerospace and security company that designs, develops, manufactures, integrates, and sustains advanced technology systems, products, and services. The company's primary revenue streams are derived from defense, space, intelligence, and cybersecurity contracts with U.S. and international government agencies. Lockheed Martin holds a leading market position in several key sectors due to its technological expertise and long-standing customer relationships.
Total net sales increased slightly by 1.3% YoY to $17.1B, with product sales up 3% and service sales down 8%. This indicates a shift in revenue composition, with a stronger reliance on product sales.
Gross profit increased to $2.1B from $2.0B YoY, with a slight improvement in gross margin. This suggests that the company is managing costs effectively despite ongoing supply chain issues.
Net earnings decreased to $1.6B from $1.7B YoY, driven by a higher effective tax rate and lower operating income. This indicates some pressure on profitability despite revenue growth.