- Howmet Aerospace achieves record quarterly revenue with a 28.8% EBITDA margin.
- Significant shareholder returns through a 25% dividend increase and $225 million in share repurchases.
- Analysts provide a mixed forecast with potential downside according to GuruFocus metrics.
Howmet Aerospace (HWM, Financial) has hit the ground running in 2025 by delivering record-breaking quarterly revenue and maintaining a strong EBITDA margin of 28.8%. The company is rewarding its investors with a 25% increase in dividends and substantial share repurchases amounting to $225 million. Although there was a 14% decline in Commercial Transportation revenue, the overall revenue experienced a commendable 6% increase compared to last year.
Wall Street Analysts' Forecast
According to the latest projections from 22 analysts, Howmet Aerospace Inc (HWM, Financial) is expected to reach an average target price of $137.19 over the next year. Analyst estimates range from a high of $159.65 to a low of $92.00. This average target indicates a potential downside of 8.09% from the current stock price of $149.27. For a comprehensive view of these estimates, please visit the Howmet Aerospace Inc (HWM) Forecast page.
Further, consensus from 26 brokerage firms places Howmet Aerospace Inc (HWM, Financial) with an average recommendation of 2.0, suggesting an "Outperform" status. This rating is based on a scale of 1 to 5, where 1 represents a Strong Buy and 5 indicates a Sell.
GuruFocus Analysis and GF Value
On the valuation front, GuruFocus's estimate places the GF Value for Howmet Aerospace Inc (HWM, Financial) at $67.52 in one year. This estimation points to a downside of 54.77% from the current price of $149.27. The GF Value represents GuruFocus' calculated fair value, derived from historical trading multiples, past business growth, and anticipated future performance. For more detailed information, please visit the Howmet Aerospace Inc (HWM) Summary page.
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