Key Takeaways WWD is up 52.4% YTD, outperforming its industry, and trading near the 52-week high. Aerospace gains and smart defense demand boosted segment sales 12.9% in Q2. WWD's Industrial unit benefits from strong demand for power generation and data center power needs.Woodward, Inc. (WWD) stock has appreciated 52.4% year to date (“YTD”), outpacing the Aerospace -Defense Equipment industry and the S&P 500 composite’s growth of 25% and 5.7%, respectively.Price Performance of WWDImage Source: Zacks Inves ...

AAR (AIR) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.16 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.88 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of +16.00%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this airplane maintenance company would post earnings of $0.96 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.99, delivering a surprise of +3.13%.Over the last four quarters, the co ...

Key Takeaways AXON's Q1 2025 Software and Services revenues jumped 39%, with ARR rising 34% to $1.1B. TDY saw 30.6% Aerospace and Defense growth, but supply-chain woes and debt weigh on performance. AXON trades at a premium 103.36X P/E but offers higher sales growth and stronger stock momentum.Axon Enterprise, Inc. (AXON) and Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (TDY) are two prominent names operating in the aerospace and defense equipment industry. As rivals, both companies are engaged in manufacturing hig ...

Core Insights - Rolls-Royce Holdings Plc is investing $75 million to expand its Aiken, SC facility to increase production of MTU Series 4000 engines, addressing rising U.S. demand for high-power backup generators [1][9] - The company previously announced a $24 million investment in its Mankato, MN facility, which is expected to boost production of MTU Series 4000 generator sets by over 120% by 2026 [2][9] - The MTU Series 4000 engines are crucial for powering essential infrastructures such as hospitals, airports, and data centers [3] Company Performance - Rolls-Royce shares have increased by 88.8% year-to-date, outperforming the Zacks Aerospace-Defense Equipment industry's growth of 25.7% and the broader Zacks Aerospace sector's gain of 25.9% [5][9] - The stock is currently trading at a forward P/E of 34.93X, which is a discount compared to the industry average of 49.12X, indicating a favorable valuation for investors [19][20] Industry Context - The expansion of manufacturing capacity for MTU engines is timely given the increasing energy demand in the U.S., which may present investment opportunities in Rolls-Royce [4][9] - The company is well-positioned to benefit from rising global air traffic, which is driving demand for commercial jets and aircraft engines [10] - The Defence segment is gaining traction due to increased global defense spending amid geopolitical tensions, with recent contract wins expected to bolster long-term revenue growth [11] Future Growth Prospects - The Zacks Consensus Estimate predicts a 24.4% year-over-year growth in sales for 2025 and an 8.5% improvement for 2026, reflecting positive growth expectations [15] - Earnings estimates for 2025 and 2026 also show an upward trend, indicating growing analyst confidence in the company's earnings potential [15][17] Technological Advancements - Rolls-Royce is advancing in clean energy technologies, including hydrogen-powered engines and sustainable aviation fuel, which are expected to enhance its market position [12][13] - The company has made significant improvements to its Trent 1000 and Trent 7000 engines, which are anticipated to extend engine life by 30% by the end of 2025, potentially unlocking new contracts [10]

Momentum investing is all about the idea of following a stock's recent trend, which can be in either direction. In the "long context," investors will essentially be "buying high, but hoping to sell even higher." And for investors following this methodology, taking advantage of trends in a stock's price is key; once a stock establishes a course, it is more than likely to continue moving in that direction. The goal is that once a stock heads down a fixed path, it will lead to timely and profitable trades.Even ...

Aerospace-Defense Equipment stocks are poised to gain from strategic mergers and acquisitions, such as recent deals by TransDigm and Teledyne that enhance operational scale, diversify product offerings and expand market presence. However, persistent supply-chain challenges continue to constrain aircraft deliveries and parts availability, which may pressure production volumes and weigh on profitability. Despite these headwinds, strong global air passenger traffic trends signal robust growth potential for sto ...

Astronics Corporation (ATRO) shares rallied 16.2% in the last trading session to close at $36.11. This move can be attributable to notable volume with a higher number of shares being traded than in a typical session. This compares to the stock's 13.2% loss over the past four weeks.The latest uptick in ATRO’s share price can be attributed to a recent upgrade made in this stock’s rating. Notably, Truist Securities upgraded Astronics from Hold to Buy and raised its price target to $49.00 from $32.00. This comp ...

Key Takeaways Astronics acquired Envoy Aerospace for $8M to boost capabilities in FAA certifications and approvals. The stock's elevated debt levels and stagnant near-term earnings estimate revisions raise concerns. ATRO's stock has surged 126.3% YTD, outperforming peers and reflecting investor optimism in its growth. Astronics Corporation (ATRO) recently acquired Envoy Aerospace, a Federal Aviation Administration (“FAA”) Organization Designation Authorization (“ODA”) provider, in a deal worth $8 million. ...

Key Takeaways LMT secures a $197.5M Navy contract for sonar system design, development and production support. Work under the deal will be done primarily in Manassas, VA; and Clearwater, FL, through September 2026. LMT continues to benefit from rising global demand for advanced sonar and anti-submarine technologies.Lockheed Martin Corporation’s ((LMT) unit, Rotary and Mission Systems, recently clinched a modification contract to provide engineering design, development and production support for Sound Navi ...

Company Overview - Howmet (HWM) is currently a strong performer in the Aerospace sector, with a year-to-date return of approximately 63.2%, significantly outperforming the sector average of 22.8% [4] - The company holds a Zacks Rank of 1 (Strong Buy), indicating a favorable outlook based on earnings estimate revisions and improving earnings outlooks [3] Earnings Performance - Over the past 90 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for HWM's full-year earnings has increased by 7.2%, reflecting improved analyst sentiment [4] - In comparison, Rolls-Royce Holdings PLC (RYCEY) has also shown strong performance with a year-to-date return of 89.5% and a consensus EPS estimate increase of 5.1% over the past three months [5] Industry Context - Howmet is part of the Aerospace - Defense industry, which includes 24 companies and currently ranks 45 in the Zacks Industry Rank, with an average gain of 23.3% this year [6] - In contrast, Rolls-Royce operates within the Aerospace - Defense Equipment industry, which has 33 stocks and ranks 91, with a year-to-date increase of 21.9% [7]