Howmet (HWM) closed at $222.99 in the latest trading session, marking a -2.15% move from the prior day.
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Howmet sustains margin expansion despite rising costs, with strong aerospace demand and pricing power driving gains into the 2026 outlook.
In the latest trading session, Howmet (HWM) closed at $232.94, marking a -3.72% move from the previous day.
Howmet Aerospace Inc. is positioned for margin-accretive growth driven by strong aerospace, defense, and industrial demand amid tight supply and limited competition. I recommend HWM with a Buy rating and a $318/share price target, reflecting a 34.25x eFY'28 EV/aEBITDA multiple based on robust market dynamics. HWM's vertically integrated operations, recent acquisitions, and financial flexibility underpin its ability to expand capacity and capitalize on growing aircraft and turbine backlogs.
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HWM gains from rising defense budgets as strong F-35 demand and engine spares drive growth, positioning it for continued aerospace momentum.
Howmet Aerospace Inc. (HWM) Presents at Bank of America Global Industrials Conference 2026 Transcript
California Public Employees Retirement System lifted its position in Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM) by 3.4% during the third quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund owned 756,698 shares of the company's stock after acquiring an additional 24,738 shares during the period.
Chilton Investment Co. Inc. raised its stake in Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM) by 181.0% during the third quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm owned 6,904 shares of the company's stock after acquiring an additional 4,447 shares during the period. Chilton Investment Co.
Ameriprise Financial Inc. grew its position in Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM) by 4.3% during the third quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. The firm owned 3,595,587 shares of the company's stock after purchasing an additional 147,523 shares during the period. Ameriprise Financial Inc. owned approximately 0.89%
Howmet Aerospace Inc. (HWM) Discusses Technology and Markets Day With Business Update and Strategic Insights Transcript