Howmet Aerospace Q3 2023 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Howmet Aerospace reported strong Q3 2023 results, with revenue up 16% year-over-year to $1.66 billion, driven by a 23% increase in commercial aerospace revenue. Net income was $188 million, or $0.45 per share, while adjusted EPS was $0.46, up 28% year-over-year. The company also generated $132 million in free cash flow and increased its common stock dividend by 25%.
Revenue of $1.66 billion, up 16% year over year, driven by commercial aerospace, up 23% year over year
Net income of $188 million; earnings per share of $0.45
Net income excluding special items of $192 million; adjusted earnings per share excluding special items of $0.46, up 28% year over year
Generated $191 million cash from operations and $132 million of free cash flow
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Forward Guidance
The company raised its full year 2023 guidance for revenue, adjusted EBITDA, and adjusted earnings per share and expects above-trend growth to continue in full year 2024, with a cautious view on commercial aerospace growth until sustained achievement of build rate increases at aircraft OEMs.
Positive Outlook
- The outlook for the commercial aerospace market continues to be robust, supported by demand for new, more fuel-efficient aircraft, as well as increased spares demand.
- Our defense aerospace and industrial markets also continue to be healthy.
- Commercial transportation markets have been resilient
- Again raising our full year 2023 guidance for revenue
- Expect above-trend growth to continue in full year 2024
Challenges Ahead
- We remain cautious given softening leading indicators.
- A cautious view on commercial aerospace growth until we see sustained achievement of build rate increases at aircraft OEMs.
- Market projections are subject to the risks discussed above and other risks in the market.
- Deterioration in global economic and financial market conditions generally
- Unfavorable changes in the markets served by Howmet Aerospace