
Hexcel (HXL) Stock Forecast & Price Target
Hexcel (HXL) Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
Hexcel is poised for growth, with forecasted revenues in the Woven and Braided (WB) segment expected to rise by approximately 50% from 2026 to 2028, indicating a robust original equipment cycle. The company's Defense, Space & Other segment demonstrated strong performance with a 13.3% year-over-year revenue increase to $182 million, surpassing consensus estimates, which bodes well for future sales growth in defense-related markets. Additionally, a free cash flow of roughly $96.5 million, marking a 32% increase year-over-year, suggests enhanced financial health and the potential for increased investments in research, technology, and capital expenditures to leverage new programs.
Bears say
Hexcel experienced a negative outlook primarily due to a significant downward revision in revenue and EPS guidance, attributed to ongoing destocking pressures and increased tariffs impacting profitability. The company's commercial aerospace segment saw an 8.6% decline in sales year-over-year, coupled with a 260 basis point drop in operating margins to 11.2%, which fell short of expectations. Management anticipates continued pressure in the third quarter before a potential recovery in the fourth quarter; however, the overall financial landscape indicates weakened operating leverage and increased costs that may hinder future performance.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Hexcel and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
Hexcel (HXL) Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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