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Mar 31
Hexcel Q1 2025 Earnings Report
Hexcel reported lower sales and earnings compared to the same period last year, driven by commercial aerospace production delays.
Key Takeaways
Hexcel posted a slight revenue decline in Q1 2025, with net income and EPS also falling year-over-year. Adjusted EPS came in at $0.37, and the company lowered full-year guidance amid reduced commercial aerospace demand, particularly affecting Airbus A350 production.
Revenue was $456,500,000, down 3.3% YoY.
Adjusted EPS was $0.37, compared to $0.44 in Q1 2024.
Free cash flow declined to -$54,600,000 from -$35,700,000 last year.
Guidance was revised downward due to weaker commercial aerospace demand.
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Forward Guidance
Hexcel revised its 2025 guidance downward due to continued delays in commercial aircraft production, especially the Airbus A350.
Positive Outlook
- Strong demand in international commercial aerospace excluding A350
- Defense and Space sales grew 2.9%
- Free cash flow guidance of approximately $190,000,000
- Capital expenditures projected below $90,000,000
- Maintained strong balance sheet and refinanced $300,000,000 debt
Challenges Ahead
- Commercial Aerospace sales declined 6.4%
- Lower Boeing 787 and MAX volumes impacted revenue
- Free cash flow negative in Q1 2025
- Headcount reduced by 5% to manage costs
- 2025 sales and earnings forecast cut across the board
Revenue & Expenses
Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income