Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE:HWM) Surpasses Q2 Earnings and Revenue Estimates

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE:HWM) reported a significant 36% increase in EPS to $0.91, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate. The company's total revenues reached $2.05 billion, driven by strong performance in the commercial aerospace market. Howmet raised its full-year revenue and EPS guidance, projecting its free cash flow to reach up to $1.275 billion.

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE:HWM) is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The company specializes in manufacturing products such as jet engine components, fasteners, and titanium structural parts. Howmet's main competitors include companies like Arconic and Precision Castparts Corp. On July 31, 2025, Vertical Research upgraded HWM's stock to "Buy," with a price target of $210, as reported by StreetInsider.

Howmet's second-quarter 2025 results were impressive, with earnings per share (EPS) of $0.91, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.87. This represents a 36% increase in EPS compared to the previous year. The company's total revenues reached $2.05 billion, exceeding the consensus estimate of $1.99 billion, driven by strong performance in the commercial aerospace market.

The Engine Products segment, a significant contributor, generated $1.06 billion in revenues, accounting for 51.6% of Howmet's net revenues. This segment experienced a 13% increase year-over-year, fueled by robust demand in the commercial aerospace sector. Howmet achieved record margins, with the EBITDA margin rising by 300 basis points to 28.7%.

In light of these strong results, Howmet has raised its full-year revenue and EPS guidance. The company now projects its free cash flow to reach up to $1.275 billion, underscoring its confidence in continued growth and profitability. This optimistic outlook is supported by strong demand for its fasteners and engine components, as aircraft manufacturers accelerate jet production.

Howmet's stock is currently priced at $176.24, reflecting a decrease of approximately 8.28% with a change of $15.91. The stock has fluctuated between a low of $171.78 and a high of $188.80 today. Over the past year, it has reached a high of $193.26 and a low of $85.39. HWM has a market capitalization of approximately $71.14 billion, with a trading volume of 5,204,921 shares on the NYSE.