Howmet Aerospace reported record fourth‑quarter revenue of $2.2 billion, up 15% year‑over‑year, and a full‑year revenue of $8.3 billion, an 11% increase. Net income rose to $372 million for the quarter and $1.5 billion for the year, while adjusted earnings per share reached $1.05 for the quarter and $3.77 for the year—both well above analyst expectations of $0.97 and $3.71, respectively. Adjusted EBITDA climbed to $653 million for the quarter and $2.4 billion for the year, with the margin expanding to 30.1% from 29.3% in 2024.
The revenue growth was driven by double‑digit increases across commercial aerospace, defense aerospace, and gas turbine markets. The spares business, now accounting for roughly 20% of total sales, continued to expand as aging fleets and high‑margin aftermarket demand grew. Recent acquisitions of Consolidated Aerospace Manufacturing and Brunner Manufacturing are expected to strengthen Howmet’s fastening systems portfolio and support future revenue growth.
Margin expansion was largely a result of pricing power and disciplined cost management. Adjusted EBITDA margin rose 330 basis points to 30.1%, reflecting a favorable product mix and operational efficiencies. The company’s net debt‑to‑EBITDA ratio stood at 1.0x, down from 1.3x at the end of Q2, underscoring a strong balance‑sheet position after a $265 million debt reduction.
Management reiterated confidence in 2026, guiding revenue to $9.0 billion–$9.2 billion and an adjusted EBITDA margin of 30.1%–30.5%. The company also confirmed its commitment to returning cash to shareholders through share repurchases—$700 million in 2025—and a quarterly dividend increase.
Investors reacted positively, citing the earnings beat, margin expansion, and robust guidance. Analysts noted that the 8.25% EPS beat and 2.8% revenue beat were driven by strong demand in core segments and effective cost control.
The results reinforce Howmet’s strategic shift toward high‑margin recurring revenue streams and demonstrate its ability to sustain margin expansion amid capacity investments. With a record net‑debt‑to‑EBITDA ratio of 1.0x and $1.43 billion in cash‑flow generation for 2025, the company is well positioned to fund growth initiatives while returning value to shareholders. Headwinds such as supply‑chain constraints and geopolitical risks remain, but the company’s diversified portfolio and disciplined execution provide resilience for the near‑term and beyond.
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