
Curtiss-Wright (CW) Stock Forecast & Price Target
Curtiss-Wright (CW) Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
Curtiss-Wright Corporation has demonstrated strong financial performance, with a 14% year-over-year increase in earnings per share (EPS) to $3.40, surpassing analyst expectations. Revenue in the Defense Electronics segment rose 17.5% year-over-year, reflecting robust demand in key areas, while overall revenues are now projected to rise by 10-11%, exceeding prior estimates. Furthermore, free cash flow of $176 million, with a remarkable conversion rate of 137%, and an operating margin increase to 18.6% in the Aerospace & Industrial segment underscore the company's operational efficiency and growth prospects.
Bears say
Curtiss-Wright Corporation's Defense Electronics segment has experienced a significant impact on its order book, with $50 million in orders being delayed due to a continuing resolution (CR), indicating potential instability in revenue generation. Additionally, the company faces considerable risks related to economic fluctuations, changes in U.S. and global defense spending, and a possible downturn in the aircraft market, which could adversely affect its financial performance. Furthermore, the reliance on percentage of completion (POC) accounting may lead to erratic revenue recognition patterns, complicating financial forecasts and heightening investor uncertainty.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Curtiss-Wright and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
Curtiss-Wright (CW) Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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