Howmet Aerospace Inc. (HWM) Current Ratio: 2.13
Is Howmet Aerospace Inc.’s current ratio high or low?
Howmet Aerospace Inc.'s current ratio of 2.13 is in line with its 5-year average of 2.11, near the high end of its 5-year range (1.86–2.21).
As of Sunday, June 21, 2026. 0.93% below its 12-month average of 2.15.
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HWM Average Current Ratio Chart
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HWM Current Ratio Metrics
CURRENT RATIO
2.13
CURRENT RATIO AVG TTM
2.15
CURRENT RATIO AVG 3Y
2.07
CURRENT RATIO AVG 5Y
2.11
CURRENT RATIO AVG 10Y
1.99
CURRENT RATIO AVG 15Y
N/A
CURRENT RATIO AVG 20Y
N/A
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-0.93%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+2.90%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+0.87%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+7.04%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
N/A
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
N/A
HWM Competitors' Current Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | CURRENT RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howmet Aerospace Inc. (HWM) | $111.09B | 2.13 | 2.15 | 2.07 | 2.11 |
| Quanta Services, Inc. (PWR)vs › | $105.38B | 1.14 | 1.22 | 1.38 | 1.45 |
| Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT)vs › | $117.81B | 1.09 | 1.11 | 1.19 | 1.26 |
| Parker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)vs › | $120.19B | 1.19 | 1.06 | 1.27 | 1.40 |
| Cummins Inc. (CMI)vs › | $98.92B | 1.76 | 1.54 | 1.38 | 1.52 |
| General Dynamics Corporation (GD)vs › | $94.65B | 1.44 | 1.41 | 1.40 | 1.40 |
| Bloom Energy Corporation (BE)vs › | $93.56B | 5.98 | 4.60 | 3.69 | 3.09 |
| United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS)vs › | $89.25B | 1.22 | 1.19 | 1.18 | 1.22 |
| Johnson Controls International plc (JCI)vs › | $88.36B | 0.93 | 0.94 | 0.97 | 1.03 |
| Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)vs › | $87.31B | 1.05 | 1.03 | 1.01 | 1.03 |
Liquidity Analysis
Current Ratio
2.13
Quick Ratio
1.09
Howmet Aerospace Inc. Current Ratio Formula & Definition
Current Ratio = Current Assets / Current Liabilities
The current ratio measures short-term liquidity — a company's ability to cover current liabilities with current assets. Above 1.0 indicates positive working capital.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Howmet Aerospace Inc. Current Ratio FAQ
- What is the current ratio for Howmet Aerospace Inc. (HWM)?
- The current ratio for HWM stock is 2.13.
- Is Howmet Aerospace Inc.'s current ratio high or low?
- Howmet Aerospace Inc.'s current ratio of 2.13 is in line with its 5-year average of 2.11, near the high end of its 5-year range (1.86–2.21).
- What is the TTM average current ratio for Howmet Aerospace Inc. (HWM)?
- The TTM average current ratio for HWM stock is 2.15.
- What is the 3Y average current ratio for Howmet Aerospace Inc. (HWM)?
- The 3Y average current ratio for HWM stock is 2.07.
- What is the 5Y average current ratio for Howmet Aerospace Inc. (HWM)?
- The 5Y average current ratio for HWM stock is 2.11.
- What is the 10Y average current ratio for Howmet Aerospace Inc. (HWM)?
- The 10Y average current ratio for HWM stock is 1.99.
Howmet Aerospace Inc. Current Ratio History
| DATE | CURRENT RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 2.13 |
| 2024-12-31 | 2.17 |
| 2023-12-31 | 1.86 |
| 2022-12-31 | 2.12 |
| 2021-12-31 | 2.18 |
| 2020-12-31 | 2.21 |
| 2019-12-31 | 1.42 |
| 2018-12-31 | 1.87 |
| 2017-12-31 | 2.26 |
| 2016-12-31 | 2.14 |
| 2015-12-31 | 1.53 |
| 2014-12-31 | 1.49 |
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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