Woodward Inc (WWD) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
Woodward Inc stock (WWD) is currently trading at $372.08. Woodward Inc PE ratio is 45.50. Woodward Inc PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 5.84. Analyst consensus price target for WWD is $417.75. WallStSmart rates WWD as Hold.
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- Woodward Inc financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
- WWD Piotroski F-Score and Altman Z-Score
- WWD analyst price target and Smart Rating
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WWD Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors
Benjamin Graham Formula · Woodward Inc (WWD)
WWD trades at a modest 3% premium above its Graham fair value of $379.55. Consider waiting for a pullback.
Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.
Smart Analysis
Woodward Inc (WWD) · 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 market cap, return on equity, revenue growth. Concerns around price/book. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.
Woodward Inc (WWD) Key Strengths (5)
Earnings per share surging 52.80% year-over-year
90.98% of shares held by major funds and institutions
Large-cap company with substantial market presence
Every $100 of equity generates $20 in profit
Strong revenue growth at 29.00% annually
Woodward Inc (WWD) Areas to Watch (5)
Very expensive at 8.2x book value
Paying a premium for growth, expensive relative to earnings expansion
Premium valuation at 5.8x annual revenue
Decent operational efficiency, solid but not exceptional
Decent profitability, keeps $13 per $100 revenue
Supporting Valuation Data
Woodward Inc (WWD) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 65/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C+ grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 5 register as strengths (avg 9.2/10) while 5 fall into concern territory (avg 4.4/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on EPS Growth, Institutional Own., Market Cap. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 20.40%. Growth metrics are encouraging with Revenue Growth at 29.00%, EPS Growth at 52.80%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, Price/Sales. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (2.96), Price/Sales (5.84), Price/Book (8.16) suggest expensive pricing. Profitability pressure is visible in Operating Margin at 16.10%, Profit Margin at 12.90%.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Price/Book improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 20.40% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 29.00% strong but requiring continuation.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. Strengths and concerns are roughly balanced. 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 (Price/Book, PEG Ratio). 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.
WWD Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart
Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue
WWD's Price-to-Sales ratio of 5.84x sits near its historical average of 5.89x (43th percentile), suggesting the market is pricing in steady-state growth. The current valuation is 5% below its historical high of 6.12x set in Mar 2026, and 4% above its historical low of 5.59x in Mar 2026.
WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis
Data-driven financial summary for Woodward Inc (WWD) · INDUSTRIALS › AEROSPACE & DEFENSE
The Big Picture
Woodward Inc is a strong growth company balancing expansion with improving profitability. Revenue reached 3.8B with 29% growth year-over-year. Profit margins of 12.9% are healthy, with room for further expansion as the business scales.
Key Findings
Revenue growing at 29% YoY, reaching 3.8B. This pace significantly outperforms most AEROSPACE & DEFENSE peers.
ROE of 2040.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.
What to Watch Next
Margin expansion: can Woodward Inc push profit margins above 15% as the business scales?
Growth sustainability: can Woodward Inc maintain 29%+ revenue growth, or will competition slow it down?
Sector dynamics: monitor AEROSPACE & DEFENSE industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Woodward Inc.
Bottom Line
Woodward Inc offers an attractive blend of growth (29% revenue expansion) and improving fundamentals. The company is transitioning from pure growth to profitable growth, a critical inflection point. Watch for sustained margin expansion as the key signal.
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 Woodward Inc(WWD)
NASDAQ
INDUSTRIALS
AEROSPACE & DEFENSE
USA
Woodward, Inc. designs, manufactures and services control solutions for the aerospace and industrial markets worldwide. The company is headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado.