Howmet Aerospace Inc. (HWM) Gross Margin: 32.56%
Is Howmet Aerospace Inc.’s gross margin high or low?
Howmet Aerospace Inc.'s gross margin of 32.56% is 29% above its 5-year average of 25.19%, near the high end of its 5-year range (21.73%–32.56%).
As of Sunday, June 21, 2026. 11.58% above its 12-month average of 29.18%.
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HWM Gross Margin Metrics
GROSS MARGIN
32.56%
GROSS MARGIN AVG TTM
29.18%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 3Y
26.64%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 5Y
25.19%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 10Y
21.51%
GROSS MARGIN AVG 15Y
N/A
GROSS MARGIN AVG 20Y
N/A
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+11.58%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+22.20%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+29.27%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+51.37%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
N/A
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
N/A
HWM Competitors' Gross Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | GROSS MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howmet Aerospace Inc. (HWM) | $111.09B | 32.56% | 29.18% | 26.64% | 25.19% |
| Quanta Services, Inc. (PWR)vs › | $105.38B | 13.59% | 13.12% | 12.92% | 13.26% |
| Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT)vs › | $117.81B | 9.82% | 9.95% | 11.25% | 11.96% |
| Parker-Hannifin Corporation (PH)vs › | $120.19B | 37.23% | 36.38% | 33.57% | 31.16% |
| Cummins Inc. (CMI)vs › | $98.92B | 25.39% | 25.02% | 24.55% | 24.43% |
| General Dynamics Corporation (GD)vs › | $94.65B | 15.24% | 15.28% | 15.79% | 16.08% |
| Bloom Energy Corporation (BE)vs › | $93.56B | 31.11% | 28.24% | 20.92% | 20.68% |
| United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS)vs › | $89.25B | 17.79% | 18.42% | 19.11% | 20.03% |
| Johnson Controls International plc (JCI)vs › | $88.36B | 36.56% | 35.81% | 35.26% | 34.71% |
| Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)vs › | $87.31B | 47.48% | 50.39% | 49.13% | 48.16% |
Gross Margin Analysis
Gross Margin
32.6%
(Revenue - COGS) / Revenue
Howmet Aerospace Inc. Gross Margin Formula & Definition
Gross Margin = Gross Profit / Revenue
Gross margin is the percentage of revenue remaining after the cost of goods sold, reflecting core product profitability.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Howmet Aerospace Inc. Gross Margin FAQ
- What is the gross margin for Howmet Aerospace Inc. (HWM)?
- The gross margin for HWM stock is 32.56%.
- Is Howmet Aerospace Inc.'s gross margin high or low?
- Howmet Aerospace Inc.'s gross margin of 32.56% is 29% above its 5-year average of 25.19%, near the high end of its 5-year range (21.73%–32.56%).
- What is the TTM average gross margin for Howmet Aerospace Inc. (HWM)?
- The TTM average gross margin for HWM stock is 29.18%.
- What is the 3Y average gross margin for Howmet Aerospace Inc. (HWM)?
- The 3Y average gross margin for HWM stock is 26.64%.
- What is the 5Y average gross margin for Howmet Aerospace Inc. (HWM)?
- The 5Y average gross margin for HWM stock is 25.19%.
- What is the 10Y average gross margin for Howmet Aerospace Inc. (HWM)?
- The 10Y average gross margin for HWM stock is 21.51%.
Howmet Aerospace Inc. Gross Margin History
| DATE | GROSS MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 30.74% |
| 2024-12-31 | 27.62% |
| 2023-12-31 | 24.31% |
| 2022-12-31 | 23.91% |
| 2021-12-31 | 22.81% |
| 2020-12-31 | 21.73% |
| 2019-12-31 | 22.75% |
| 2018-12-31 | 14.64% |
| 2017-12-31 | 16.90% |
| 2016-12-31 | 16.90% |
| 2015-12-31 | 14.30% |
| 2014-12-31 | 17.49% |
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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