Howmet Aerospace reported a decrease in revenue but an increase in profitability for Q1 2020. Revenue was $3.2 billion, down 9% year-over-year, while net income was $215 million, or $0.49 per share. Operating income excluding special items was $472 million, up 19% year-over-year.
Completed separation of Arconic Inc. into Howmet Aerospace Inc. and Arconic Corp.
Completed early redemption of 6.150% Notes due 2020 and early partial redemption of 5.40% Notes due 2021.
Issued $1.2 billion aggregate principal amount of 6.875% Notes due 2025.
Commenced plans to reduce costs, targeting approximately $100 million of run-rate savings.
Company has temporarily suspended the dividend on its Common Stock to preserve cash and provide additional flexibility. Howmet Aerospace, formerly Arconic Inc., full-year 2020 Capex target approximately $200 million, reduced by $100 million from initial target provided at February 25, 2020 Investor Day.