Howmet Aerospace Inc. (HWM) — Stock Score Summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (HWM) has a MoatMap StockRank of 79/100 based on Quality (77/100), Value (11/100), and Momentum (74/100) factor scores. The current signal is BUY. Howmet Aerospace possesses an un-copyable moat in advanced engine components and fasteners for aerospace and defense. As global supply chains regionalize and defense spending structurally increases due to geopolitical friction, Howmet's sole-source positions on key engine platforms give it immense pricing power and a multi-year backlog that is highly insulated from economic downturns.

Howmet Aerospace Inc. is a global provider of advanced engineered solutions primarily for the aerospace and defense sectors, manufacturing critical components like jet engine parts and aerospace fastening systems. The company commands a strong market position due to its proprietary technologies and high barriers to entry, serving as a vital, qualified supplier to major original equipment manufacturers.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$257.16
Market Cap$104.0B
P/E (TTM)57.85
P/E (Forward)41.44
Price/Book18.11
Return on Equity33.8%
Return on Invested Capital21.2%
Debt/Equity87.79
Gross Margin35.0%
Operating Margin28.2%
Revenue Growth19.1%
Dividend Yield0.2%
Free Cash Flow$1.2B

Howmet Aerospace Inc. operates in the Aerospace & Defense industry, part of the Industrials sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Howmet Aerospace Inc.’s (HWM) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for Howmet Aerospace Inc. (HWM) is 79/100, with a Buy signal. It is a composite of Quality (77), Value (11), and Momentum (74) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does Howmet Aerospace Inc. have an economic moat?
Howmet Aerospace Inc. (HWM) has a Quality factor score of 77/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is Howmet Aerospace Inc. a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for Howmet Aerospace Inc. (HWM) is Buy, based on a StockRank of 79/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is Howmet Aerospace Inc. in?
Howmet Aerospace Inc. (HWM) operates in the Industrials sector, specifically the Aerospace & Defense industry (United States).
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