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What Are Wall Street Analysts' Target Price for Lockheed Martin Stock?

Lockheed Martin (LMT) has seen an increase in 'Strong Buy' ratings to eight from seven in two months. Citi analyst John Godyn raised his price target to $691 from $641, citing optimism about defense stocks. The mean target is $637.04, a 13% premium to current levels, with a street-high target of $775.

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Published Aug 25, 2026, 8:45 PM UTC
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

$LMTBullishMed
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Why it matters

The price target hike signals a bullish stance that could attract buying pressure.

02

Market read

Analyst target raise may influence short-term trading activity in LMT.

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What to watch

Potential supply-chain constraints and geopolitical risk.

Relevance 7/10Novelty 7/10Timing: recent target update

Background

Citi analyst John Godyn updated his outlook on Lockheed Martin following Q2 earnings.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$LMTBullishMedium confidence
Context

Citi raised Lockheed Martin's price target to $691 from $641, indicating a bullish outlook.

Expected impact

Potential short-term rally as investors adjust expectations.

Evidence & confidence

Target increase reflects confidence in defense sector momentum after Q2 earnings.

Market effects

May lift other defense stocks as sector sentiment improves.

Limited to US defense and aerospace investors.

Minor impact on global defense sector sentiment.

Counterpoint

Target could be overly optimistic if defense spending slows.

Key entities

  • Lockheed Martin

    US defense contractor

  • Citi

    Analyst firm providing the target update

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