Summary
Lockheed Martin Corporation reported solid financial results for the first quarter ended March 28, 2021, with net sales increasing to $16.26 billion from $15.65 billion in the prior year's comparable quarter. Net earnings also saw an increase, reaching $1.84 billion, or $6.56 per diluted share, up from $1.72 billion, or $6.08 per diluted share, in Q1 2020. This growth was driven by increased product sales across multiple segments, particularly Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) and Missiles and Fire Control (MFC). The company highlighted its strong cash flow generation, providing $1.75 billion in net cash from operating activities. Lockheed Martin continued its commitment to returning capital to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases, including an accelerated share repurchase of $1.0 billion during the quarter. The company also provided an optimistic 2021 financial outlook, expecting net sales to increase in the mid-single digit range and reiterating its commitment to growth through strategic programs and potential acquisitions, such as the pending acquisition of Aerojet Rocketdyne.
Financial Highlights
44 data points| Revenue | $16.26B |
| Cost of Revenue | $14.07B |
| Gross Profit | $2.19B |
| Operating Income | $2.18B |
| Interest Expense | $140.00M |
| Net Income | $1.84B |
| EPS (Basic) | $6.58 |
| EPS (Diluted) | $6.56 |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 279.00M |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 280.00M |
Key Highlights
- 1Net sales increased by 3.9% to $16.26 billion compared to $15.65 billion in Q1 2020.
- 2Net earnings rose to $1.84 billion ($6.56 per diluted share) from $1.72 billion ($6.08 per diluted share) year-over-year.
- 3Operating profit grew to $2.18 billion from $2.12 billion, reflecting improved performance across key segments.
- 4Net cash provided by operating activities was $1.75 billion, demonstrating strong cash generation.
- 5The company repurchased $1.0 billion of its common stock through an accelerated share repurchase program.
- 6Lockheed Martin reaffirmed its 2021 financial outlook, expecting mid-single digit net sales growth.
- 7The acquisition of Aerojet Rocketdyne remains on track for closing in late 2021, subject to regulatory approvals.