Hexcel Corporation (HXL) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
Hexcel Corporation stock (HXL) is currently trading at $80.92. Hexcel Corporation PE ratio is 60.03. Hexcel Corporation PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 3.46. Analyst consensus price target for HXL is $88.57. WallStSmart rates HXL as Hold.
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- HXL intrinsic value — DCF, Graham Number, EPV models
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- HXL fair value vs current price
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- Hexcel Corporation financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
- HXL Piotroski F-Score and Altman Z-Score
- HXL analyst price target and Smart Rating
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HXL Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors
Benjamin Graham Formula · Hexcel Corporation (HXL)
HXL trades 37% above its Graham fair value of $64.12, indicating the stock may be overvalued at current levels.
Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.
Smart Analysis
Hexcel Corporation (HXL) · 10 metrics scored
Smart Score
Category Performance
WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.
Investment Thesis
Strong fundamentals in peg ratio, eps growth, institutional own.. Concerns around return on equity and revenue growth. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.
Hexcel Corporation (HXL) Key Strengths (4)
Earnings per share surging 817.00% year-over-year
117.19% of shares held by major funds and institutions
Good growth relative to its price
Mid-cap company balancing growth potential with stability
Hexcel Corporation (HXL) Areas to Watch (6)
Revenue growing slowly at 3.70% annually
Low profitability relative to shareholder equity
Thin operating margins with cost pressures present
Premium pricing at 4.9x book value
Thin profit margins with limited profitability
Revenue is fairly priced at 3.46x sales
Supporting Valuation Data
Hexcel Corporation (HXL) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 56/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 4 register as strengths (avg 8.8/10) while 6 fall into concern territory (avg 3.8/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on EPS Growth, Institutional Own., PEG Ratio. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (1.19) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Growth metrics are encouraging with EPS Growth at 817.00%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Some valuation metrics including Price/Sales (3.46), Price/Book (4.91) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 3.70%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 7.87%, Operating Margin at 13.10%, Profit Margin at 5.78%.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Revenue Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 7.87% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 3.70% needing to reaccelerate.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
Mixed fundamentals with both positives (EPS Growth, Institutional Own.) and negatives (Revenue Growth, Return on Equity). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.
Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.
HXL Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart
Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue
HXL's Price-to-Sales ratio of 3.46x trades 111% above its historical average of 1.64x (98th percentile), historically expensive. The current valuation is 11% below its historical high of 3.9x set in Mar 2026, and 860% above its historical low of 0.36x in Feb 2009. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has compressed from ~3.9x as trailing revenue scaled faster than the stock price.
WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis
Data-driven financial summary for Hexcel Corporation (HXL) · INDUSTRIALS › AEROSPACE & DEFENSE
The Big Picture
Hexcel Corporation is in a high-growth phase, prioritizing rapid expansion over margins. Revenue reached 1.9B with 370% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are thin at 5.8%, typical for companies in this phase that are reinvesting heavily in growth.
Key Findings
Revenue growing at 370% YoY, reaching 1.9B. This pace significantly outperforms most AEROSPACE & DEFENSE peers.
ROE of 787.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.
What to Watch Next
Margin expansion: can Hexcel Corporation push profit margins above 15% as the business scales?
Growth sustainability: can Hexcel Corporation maintain 370%+ revenue growth, or will competition slow it down?
Valuation compression risk at a P/E of 60.0x. Any growth miss could trigger a sharp correction.
Sector dynamics: monitor AEROSPACE & DEFENSE industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Hexcel Corporation.
Bottom Line
Hexcel Corporation is a high-conviction growth story with revenue accelerating at 370% while profitability is still developing. For growth-oriented investors, the trajectory is compelling. For value investors, the thin 5.8% margins and premium valuation suggest patience until the unit economics mature further.
This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
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About Hexcel Corporation(HXL)
NYSE
INDUSTRIALS
AEROSPACE & DEFENSE
USA
Hexcel Corporation develops, manufactures and markets structural materials for use in the aerospace, space, and commercial and industrial defense markets. The company is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut.