Summary
Lockheed Martin Corporation's (LMT) third-quarter 2014 report shows a slight dip in net sales to $11.11 billion from $11.35 billion in the prior year's comparable quarter, largely driven by decreases in product sales across several segments, including Aeronautics and Space Systems, due to program wind-downs and reduced volumes. Despite the revenue contraction, net earnings saw a modest increase to $888 million, or $2.76 per diluted share, up from $873 million, or $2.66 per diluted share, in Q3 2013. This earnings growth was supported by improved operating profit, which rose to $1.39 billion from $1.25 billion, aided by favorable adjustments related to pension accounting and a more favorable FAS/CAS pension adjustment. The company continues to navigate a challenging U.S. government funding environment, emphasizing its strategy to diversify revenue streams by expanding into adjacent markets and growing international sales. Lockheed Martin also demonstrated a commitment to shareholder returns, with significant share repurchases and an increased share repurchase authorization, underscoring confidence in its ongoing financial strength and future prospects.
Financial Highlights
41 data points| Revenue | $11.11B |
| Cost of Revenue | $9.84B |
| Gross Profit | $1.27B |
| Operating Income | $1.39B |
| Interest Expense | $82.00M |
| Net Income | $888.00M |
| EPS (Basic) | $2.81 |
| EPS (Diluted) | $2.76 |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 316.30M |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 321.80M |
Key Highlights
- 1Net sales for the quarter were $11.11 billion, a decrease of 2.1% compared to $11.35 billion in the prior year's quarter.
- 2Net earnings increased to $888 million ($2.76 per diluted share) from $873 million ($2.66 per diluted share) in the prior year's quarter, indicating improved profitability despite lower sales.
- 3Operating profit increased to $1.39 billion from $1.25 billion year-over-year, driven by favorable pension adjustments and better performance in certain segments.
- 4The company repurchased approximately 1.6 million shares for $278 million during the quarter, and announced a $2.0 billion increase to its share repurchase program.
- 5The Aeronautics segment experienced a slight decline in sales and operating profit, with the F-35 program sales down but production contracts showing increased volume.
- 6The Information Systems & Global Solutions (IS&GS) segment saw a decrease in sales and operating profit, reflecting program wind-downs and reduced funding levels.
- 7Space Systems segment sales increased due to commercial space transportation programs, though government satellite programs saw lower volumes.