Howmet Aerospace's Expenses are on the Rise: Will It Affect Margins?

Key Takeaways HWM's costs rose 6.1% in Q2 2025, driven by input costs and higher headcount.Adjusted EBITDA margin hit 28.7% in Q2, up 300 basis points year over year.HWM raised 2025 margin outlook to 28.5-28.6% from the prior 27.8-28.2% range.Howmet Aerospace Inc. (HWM) has been grappling with rising costs and expenses over time. HWM reported an uptick in costs and expenses during the second quarter of 2025. The company’s cost of sales rose 6.1% year over year in the quarter due to increasing input costs an ...