Lockheed Martin Corp. (LMT)
Lockheed Martin Corporation is a global aerospace, defense, and security company that specializes in the research, design, development, manufacturing, and integration of advanced technology systems. It is one of the largest defense contractors in the world, providing products such as military aircraft, missile defense systems, space systems, and cybersecurity solutions. The company serves government and commercial clients, primarily in the United States and allied nations.
Dividend History
Investors can expect a dividend payout of $3.30 per share, scheduled to be distributed in 6 days on September 26, 2025
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 26, 2025 | $3.30 | 2025-09-02 | 2025-09-02 |
| June 27, 2025 | $3.30 | 2025-06-02 | 2025-06-02 |
| March 28, 2025 | $3.30 | 2025-03-03 | 2025-03-03 |
| December 27, 2024 | $3.30 | 2024-12-02 | 2024-12-02 |
| September 27, 2024 | $3.15 | 2024-09-03 | 2024-09-03 |
Dividends Summary
- Lockheed Martin Corp. has issued 87 dividend payments over the past 21 years
- The most recent dividend was paid 85 days ago, on June 27, 2025
- The highest dividend payed out to investors during this period was $3.3 per share
- The average dividend paid during this period was $1.53 per share.
Company News
With the S&P 500's dividend yield approaching record lows, three standout dividend stocks offer attractive income potential: Lockheed Martin, Brookfield Infrastructure, and NextEra Energy, each with strong financials and consistent dividend growth.
Lockheed Martin faces class action lawsuit alleging misleading statements about contract performance, with multiple significant financial losses disclosed between October 2024 and July 2025, resulting in substantial stock price declines.
Lockheed Martin is developing a cost-effective F-35 upgrade with sixth-generation technology, aiming to provide 80% of the F-47's capabilities at half the price, in response to losing a previous contract to Boeing.
Lockheed Martin experienced a challenging year with stock underperformance and a $1.6 billion pre-tax loss, but maintains strong long-term potential due to strategic defense contracts, substantial order backlog, and consistent shareholder returns.
The 2024 Q2 earnings season has been positive, with around 90% of S&P 500 companies reporting strong results. Three companies - Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and CRH - posted strong earnings and raised their outlooks, indicating resilience in the market.
