Howmet Aerospace Inc. (HWM) Return on Equity (ROE): 31.58%
Is Howmet Aerospace Inc.’s return on equity (ROE) high or low?
Howmet Aerospace Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) of 31.58% is 92% above its 5-year average of 16.46%, near the high end of its 5-year range (5.89%–31.58%).
As of Sunday, June 21, 2026. 17.99% above its 12-month average of 26.77%.
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HWM Average Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
HWM Current vs Average Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
HWM Return on Equity (ROE) Metrics
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE)
31.58%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG TTM
26.77%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 3Y
21.38%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 5Y
16.46%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 10Y
8.91%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 15Y
N/A
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 20Y
N/A
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+17.99%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+47.74%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+91.90%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+254.61%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
N/A
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
N/A
HWM Competitors' Return on Equity (ROE)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howmet Aerospace Inc. (HWM) | $111.09B | 31.58% | 26.77% | 21.38% | 16.46% |
| Quanta Services, Inc. (PWR)vs › | $105.38B | 12.33% | 11.93% | 11.21% | 10.77% |
| Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT)vs › | $117.81B | 64.00% | 79.46% | 80.50% | 82.20% |
| Parker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)vs › | $120.19B | 23.82% | 24.68% | 21.10% | 20.75% |
| Cummins Inc. (CMI)vs › | $98.92B | 21.64% | 30.72% | 23.43% | 23.51% |
| General Dynamics Corporation (GD)vs › | $94.65B | 16.65% | 16.79% | 16.85% | 17.68% |
| Bloom Energy Corporation (BE)vs › | $93.56B | 0.65% | -8.36% | -41.33% | 0.96% |
| United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS)vs › | $89.25B | 33.30% | 34.47% | 41.51% | 76.82% |
| Johnson Controls International plc (JCI)vs › | $88.36B | 26.12% | 18.02% | 14.16% | 11.60% |
| Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)vs › | $87.31B | 68.43% | 74.22% | 84.28% | 70.97% |
Return Analysis
ROE
31.6%
ROA
13.3%
Howmet Aerospace Inc. Return on Equity (ROE) Formula & Definition
ROE = Net Income / Total Shareholders' Equity
Return on equity measures how efficiently a company generates profit from shareholders' equity. Higher ROE indicates better capital efficiency.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Howmet Aerospace Inc. Return on Equity (ROE) FAQ
- What is the return on equity (ROE) for Howmet Aerospace Inc. (HWM)?
- The return on equity (ROE) for HWM stock is 31.58%.
- Is Howmet Aerospace Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) high or low?
- Howmet Aerospace Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) of 31.58% is 92% above its 5-year average of 16.46%, near the high end of its 5-year range (5.89%–31.58%).
- What is the TTM average return on equity (ROE) for Howmet Aerospace Inc. (HWM)?
- The TTM average return on equity (ROE) for HWM stock is 26.77%.
- What is the 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for Howmet Aerospace Inc. (HWM)?
- The 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for HWM stock is 21.38%.
- What is the 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for Howmet Aerospace Inc. (HWM)?
- The 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for HWM stock is 16.46%.
- What is the 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for Howmet Aerospace Inc. (HWM)?
- The 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for HWM stock is 8.91%.
Howmet Aerospace Inc. Return on Equity (ROE) History
| DATE | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 28.17% |
| 2024-12-31 | 25.36% |
| 2023-12-31 | 18.95% |
| 2022-12-31 | 13.02% |
| 2021-12-31 | 7.35% |
| 2020-12-31 | 5.89% |
| 2019-12-31 | 10.20% |
| 2018-12-31 | 11.52% |
| 2017-12-31 | -1.51% |
| 2016-12-31 | -18.32% |
| 2015-12-31 | -2.67% |
| 2014-12-31 | 2.18% |
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About Howmet Aerospace Inc.
Howmet Aerospace Inc., headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and originally established in 1888 as Arconic Inc., is a global leader in providing sophisticated engineered solutions. The company caters to the aerospace and transportation sectors across a wide international footprint, including key markets such as the United States, Japan, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, Mexico, Italy, Canada, Poland, and China. Its business operations are structured into four main segments: Engine Products: This division manufactures critical components like airfoils and seamless rolled rings, primarily utilized in aircraft engines and industrial gas turbines, alongside various rotating and structural parts. Fastening Systems: This segment specializes in producing aerospace-grade fastening systems, as well as fasteners for commercial transportation, general industrial applications, and other uses. Engineered Structures: Responsible for supplying titanium ingots and mill products for aerospace and defense applications, this segment also provides aluminum and nickel forgings, and precision machined components and assemblies. Forged Wheels: This segment focuses on offering forged aluminum wheels and associated products specifically for the heavy-duty truck and commercial transportation markets.
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Aerospace & Defense
- CEO
- John C. Plant