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Hexcel Corporation(HXL)Earnings, Financials & Key Ratios
HXL•NYSE
$100.11
73.1× P/E·Price updated Jul 7, 2026
AboutHexcel Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, develops, manufactures, and markets structural materials for use in commercial aerospace, space and defense, and industrial markets. It operates through two segments, Composite Materials and Engineered Products. The Composite Materials segment manufactures and markets carbon fibers, fabrics and specialty reinforcements, prepregs and other fiber-reinforced matrix materials, structural adhesives, honeycomb, molding compounds, tooling materials, polyurethane systems, and laminates that are used in military and commercial aircraft, wind turbine blades, recreational products, and other industrial applications, as well as in automotive, marine, and trains. The Engineered Products segment manufactures and markets aircraft structures and finished aircraft components, including wing to body fairings, wing panels, flight deck panels, door liners, rotorcraft blades, spars, and tip caps; and aircraft structural sub-components and semi-finished components used in rotorcraft blades, engine nacelles, and aircraft surfaces, such as flaps, wings, elevators, and fairings. The company sells its products directly through its managers, product managers, and sales personnel, as well as through independent distributors and manufacturer representatives in the Americas, Europe, the Asia Pacific, India, and Africa. Hexcel Corporation was founded in 1946 and is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut.Show more
- Revenue$1.89B-0.5%
- EBITDA$294M-5.2%
- Net Income$109M-17.2%
- EPS (Diluted)1.37-13.8%
- Gross Margin22.96%-7.0%
- EBITDA Margin15.52%-4.8%
- Operating Margin9.06%-7.3%
- Net Margin5.78%-16.8%
- ROE7.87%-3.3%
HXL Price & Volume
Hexcel Corporation (HXL) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
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Inconsistent Revenue Growth Masks Operational Margin Volatility
Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q1
VerdictNeutral
Growth:Mixed
Profitability:Moderate
Financial:Healthy
Cash Flow:Mixed
Primary Risk:Widebody production cycle sensitivity
Key Thesis Takeaways
- Hexcel Corporation faces a challenging path to sustained profitability as its revenue growth remains erratic, oscillating between a 3.3% contraction in 2025Q1 and 8.3% growth in 2026Q1.
- While the company maintains a conservative debt-to-equity ratio of 0.79, the lack of consistent operating leverage and extreme volatility in free cash flow generation raise concerns regarding its ability to capitalize on aerospace cycle tailwinds.
- Investors should monitor whether the firm can stabilize its operating margins, which have swung from 1.9% in 2024Q4 to 14.3% in 2024Q2, before committing to a long-term position.
Verdict Logic
the current valuation of 41.88x forward P/E appears difficult to justify given the inconsistent revenue trajectory and the extreme volatility in cash conversion, where the OCF/NI ratio has ranged from -8.74 to 28.03.
HXL Growth Metrics
Hexcel Corporation (HXL) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Revenue CAGR
10 Years0.17%
5 Years4.74%
3 Years6.28%
TTM2.37%
Profit CAGR
10 Years-7.45%
5 Years28.11%
3 Years-4.68%
TTM-5.46%
EPS CAGR
10 Years-5.61%
5 Years29.24%
3 Years-2.76%
TTM1.28%
Return on Capital
10 Years9.63%
5 Years6.4%
3 Years7.71%
Last Year7.22%
HXL Recent Earnings
Hexcel Corporation (HXL) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
●Beat EPS 8/12 qtrs (67%)●Beat Revenue 7/12 qtrs (58%)
Q2 2026Latest
Apr 22, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.59+36.6%
$0.43
Rev
$502M+3.5%
$485M
Q1 2026
Jan 28, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.52+6.3%
$0.49
Rev
$491M+2.5%
$479M
Q4 2025
Oct 22, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.37+2.4%
$0.36
Rev
$456M+2.9%
$443M
Q3 2025
Jul 24, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.60+25.0%
$0.48
Rev
$490M+8.9%
$450M
| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026Latest | Apr 22, 2026 | $0.59vs $0.43+36.6% | $502Mvs $485M+3.5% |
| Q1 2026 | Jan 28, 2026 | $0.52vs $0.49+6.3% | $491Mvs $479M+2.5% |
| Q4 2025 | Oct 22, 2025 | $0.37vs $0.36+2.4% | $456Mvs $443M+2.9% |
| Q3 2025 | Jul 24, 2025 | $0.60vs $0.48+25.0% | $490Mvs $450M+8.9% |
Based on last 12 quarters of dataView full earnings history →
Peers Comparison
Key metrics vs top competitors for Hexcel Corporation (HXL)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $100.11 | $7.55B | 73.07 | -0.48% | 5.78% | 7.87% | 0.67% | |
| $590.35 | $29.33B | 79.56 | 4.25% | 15.82% | 24.41% | — | |
| $74.87 | $3.95B | 49.58 | 28.11% | 2.21% | 10.03% | — | |
| $50.34 | $9.44B | 387.23 | 18.52% | 2.08% | 1.26% | — | |
| $247.20 | $5.14B | 69.05 | 6.05% | 3.99% | 8.17% | — | |
| $162.53 | $8.23B | -30.10 | 140.89% | -13.41% | -6.05% | — |
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Hexcel Corporation (HXL) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
HXL SEC Filings & Documents
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HXL Frequently Asked Questions
Hexcel Corporation (HXL) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Growth & Financials
What is Hexcel Corporation's revenue?
Hexcel Corporation (HXL) reported $1.93B in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 178% increase from $695.3M in 1996.
How fast is Hexcel Corporation growing?
Hexcel Corporation (HXL) saw revenue decline by 0.5% over the past year.
Is HXL profitable?
Yes, Hexcel Corporation (HXL) is profitable, generating $117.7M in net income for fiscal year 2025 (5.8% net margin).
Dividend & Returns
Does HXL pay dividends?
Yes, Hexcel Corporation (HXL) pays a dividend with a yield of 0.67%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
What is HXL's return on equity?
Hexcel Corporation (HXL) has a return on equity (ROE) of 7.9%. This is below average, suggesting room for improvement.
What is Hexcel Corporation's free cash flow?
Hexcel Corporation (HXL) generated $251.2M in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.