Woodward, Inc. (WWD) — Stock Score Summary

Woodward, Inc. (WWD) has a MoatMap StockRank of 71/100 based on Quality (70/100), Value (15/100), and Momentum (70/100) factor scores. The current signal is BUY. Woodward's industrial segment provides critical control systems for gas turbines and power generation, which are seeing strong demand as backup power for data centers and energy infrastructure amid grid instability. Its high quality score (Q: 70) and strong aerospace moat make it a resilient compounder, though it is not a pure-play on the energy theme.

Woodward, Inc. is an independent designer, manufacturer, and service provider of control systems and components for the aerospace and industrial markets, managing fuel, air, and motion of critical equipment. Woodward benefits from its specialized engineering expertise, proprietary technology, and long-standing relationships with leading OEMs. Its mission-critical products create high barriers to entry and strong recurring aftermarket revenue.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$380.75
Market Cap$21.1B
P/E (TTM)43.11
P/E (Forward)33.48
Price/Book8.50
Return on Equity21.1%
Return on Invested Capital15.2%
Debt/Equity46.16
Gross Margin28.5%
Operating Margin15.4%
Revenue Growth23.4%
Dividend Yield0.4%
Free Cash Flow$194M

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Woodward, Inc.’s (WWD) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for Woodward, Inc. (WWD) is 71/100, with a Buy signal. It is a composite of Quality (70), Value (15), and Momentum (70) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does Woodward, Inc. have an economic moat?
Woodward, Inc. (WWD) has a Quality factor score of 70/100. 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 Woodward, Inc. a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for Woodward, Inc. (WWD) is Buy, based on a StockRank of 71/100. 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 Woodward, Inc. in?
Woodward, Inc. (WWD) operates in the Industrials sector, specifically the Aerospace & Defense industry (United States).
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