Analysts Set Expectations for HWM FY2026 Earnings

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE:HWM) – KeyCorp issued their FY2026 earnings per share estimates for Howmet Aerospace in a report issued on Monday, November 2nd. KeyCorp analyst S. Mckinney anticipates that the company will earn $5.55 per share for the year. KeyCorp currently has an “Overweight” rating and a $237.00 price objective on the stock. The consensus estimate for Howmet Aerospace’s current full-year earnings is $5.48 per share. KeyCorp also issued estimates for Howmet Aerospace’s FY2027 earnings at $6.70 EPS.

Several other equities analysts have also issued reports on the company. Susquehanna reduced their price target on Howmet Aerospace from $340.00 to $275.00 and set a “positive” rating on the stock in a research report on Friday, October 30th. TD Cowen decreased their price target on shares of Howmet Aerospace from $320.00 to $280.00 and set a “buy” rating for the company in a research note on Friday, October 9th. Weiss Ratings raised Howmet Aerospace from a “buy (b-)” rating to a “buy (b)” rating in a research report on Wednesday, August 19th. Citigroup restated a “buy” rating on shares of Howmet Aerospace in a report on Tuesday, October 27th. Finally, Royal Bank Of Canada decreased their target price on shares of Howmet Aerospace from $350.00 to $300.00 and set an “outperform” rating for the company in a research note on Thursday, October 15th. One analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, nineteen have issued a Buy rating and three have issued a Hold rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the stock has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $295.81.

Howmet Aerospace Stock Down 4.4%

Shares of NYSE:HWM opened at $213.24 on Thursday. The firm has a market capitalization of $84.80 billion, a PE ratio of 41.73, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 1.63 and a beta of 1.31. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.70, a quick ratio of 0.90 and a current ratio of 1.86. Howmet Aerospace has a 52-week low of $183.52 and a 52-week high of $310.00. The firm has a fifty day moving average of $226.00 and a 200 day moving average of $248.41.

Howmet Aerospace (NYSE:HWM) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, October 29th. The company reported $1.46 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $1.37 by $0.09. Howmet Aerospace had a return on equity of 36.44% and a net margin of 21.10%. The company had revenue of $2.70 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $2.59 billion. During the same quarter last year, the business posted $0.95 earnings per share. The firm’s revenue was up 29.4% compared to the same quarter last year.

Howmet Aerospace Announces Dividend

The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Wednesday, November 25th. Investors of record on Friday, November 6th will be paid a $0.14 dividend. The ex-dividend date is Friday, November 6th. This represents a $0.56 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 0.3%. Howmet Aerospace’s payout ratio is presently 10.96%.

Institutional Trading of Howmet Aerospace

Institutional investors have recently bought and sold shares of the company. BlackRock Inc. purchased a new stake in shares of Howmet Aerospace during the second quarter valued at approximately $12,318,939,000. Bank of America Corp DE bought a new stake in shares of Howmet Aerospace during the second quarter valued at approximately $2,766,806,000. Jupiter Topco LLC bought a new stake in shares of Howmet Aerospace during the second quarter valued at approximately $2,065,086,000. Bank of New York Mellon Corp purchased a new position in Howmet Aerospace in the 2nd quarter worth approximately $1,099,765,000. Finally, Legal & General Group Plc purchased a new position in Howmet Aerospace in the 2nd quarter worth approximately $580,991,000. 90.46% of the stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.

Howmet Aerospace News Roundup

Here are the key news stories impacting Howmet Aerospace this week:

• Positive Sentiment: KeyCorp upgraded HWM from “Sector Weight” to “Overweight” and set a $237 price target. The firm also estimates fourth-quarter 2026 EPS of $1.54. KeyBanc upgrades Howmet Aerospace to Overweight after Q3 report
• Positive Sentiment: Recent coverage points to rising commercial and defense aerospace demand, aircraft production and engine-spares needs as growth drivers. Howmet’s latest reported quarter also beat analyst estimates for revenue and EPS, with revenue up year over year. Howmet Aerospace’s Q3 Aerospace Demand Surges: Can Growth Continue?
• Neutral Sentiment: Zacks highlighted Howmet as a growth stock using its Style Scores, but the article description did not provide further company-specific details. Here’s Why Howmet (HWM) is a Strong Growth Stock
• Neutral Sentiment: Options-market coverage reported rising implied volatility, suggesting increased uncertainty or expectations for larger price moves, but not a clear directional signal. Implied Volatility Surging for Howmet Aerospace Stock Options
• Negative Sentiment: BTIG cut its HWM price target to $280 from $340. Although the revised target remains above the share price cited in the coverage, the reduction may signal a more cautious view of upside. BTIG Adjusts Price Target on Howmet Aerospace to $280 From $340
• Negative Sentiment: A Seeking Alpha analysis praised Howmet’s quarterly execution but warned that its valuation leaves little room for error, potentially increasing sensitivity to any slowdown or disappointment. Howmet Aerospace: Strong Q3 Execution, But The Valuation Leaves No Room For Error

About Howmet Aerospace

Howmet Aerospace Inc (NYSE:HWM) is a global manufacturer of advanced engineered products and materials primarily serving the aerospace, defense, commercial transportation and industrial markets. The company develops components designed to operate in demanding environments where strength, durability and weight reduction are important.

Howmet’s product portfolio includes aircraft engine components, airframe structures, titanium and nickel-based forgings, fastening systems and wheels for commercial vehicles.