Curtiss-Wright Corporation (CW)vsHowmet Aerospace Inc (HWM)
CW
Curtiss-Wright Corporation
$729.20
+0.66%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $26.74B
HWM
Howmet Aerospace Inc
$270.56
-0.73%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $109.27B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Howmet Aerospace Inc generates 136% more annual revenue ($8.25B vs $3.50B). HWM leads profitability with a 18.3% profit margin vs 13.8%. HWM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.80. HWM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
CW
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
HWM
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 20.3%
Every $100 of equity generates 30 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 26.3%
Earnings expanding 20.3% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 10.6x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 20.3x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CW
The strongest argument for CW centers on Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 14.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : HWM
The strongest argument for HWM centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.3% and operating margin at 26.3%. Revenue growth of 14.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CW
The primary concerns for CW are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 53.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : HWM
The primary concerns for HWM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 63.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CW profiles as a value stock while HWM is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
HWM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.19 — expect wider price swings.
CW is growing revenue faster at 14.9% — sustainability is the question.
HWM generates stronger free cash flow (359M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HWM scores higher overall (69/100 vs 61/100), backed by strong 18.3% margins and 14.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Curtiss-Wright Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Curtiss-Wright Corporation designs, manufactures and repairs precision components and engineering products and services primarily for the aerospace, defense, general industrial and power generation markets worldwide.
Howmet Aerospace Inc
INDUSTRIALS · AEROSPACE & DEFENSE · USA
Howmet Aerospace Inc. is an American aerospace company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The company manufactures components for jet engines, fasteners and titanium structures for aerospace applications, and forged aluminum wheels for heavy trucks.
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