HII to Participate in Bernstein’s 42nd Annual Strategic Decisions Conference on May 28

HII (NYSE:HII) will participate in Bernstein’s 42nd Annual Strategic Decisions Conference on May 28, 2026.

Rhea-AI Summary

HII (NYSE:HII) will participate in Bernstein’s 42nd Annual Strategic Decisions Conference on May 28, 2026. A discussion with President and CEO Chris Kastner starts at 9 a.m. Eastern and will be available via webcast on ir.hii.com.

Argus May 21 session

-1.36% close to close Open Argus

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News Market Reaction – HII

In the May 21 session, HII declined 1.36%, reflecting a mild negative market reaction.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Market Context

This announcement signals upcoming management visibility at a major conference, with HII’s CEO sched...

Analysis

This announcement signals upcoming management visibility at a major conference, with HII’s CEO scheduled for a webcast discussion on May 28 at 9 a.m. Eastern. Context from recent filings shows Q1 2026 revenue of $3,099 million, flat EPS of $3.79, and a sizable $54.0 billion backlog alongside free cash flow of -$461 million. Investors may watch for any qualitative commentary on shipbuilding execution, Mission Technologies performance, and cash generation plans during the event.

Key Figures

Q1 2026 revenue: $3,099 million Revenue growth: 13% Net earnings: $149 million +5 more

Q1 2026 revenue

$3,099 million

Sales and service revenues, Q1 2026 10-Q

Revenue growth

13%

Q1 2026 vs 2025, 10-Q

Net earnings

$149 million

Q1 2026, flat year over year

Diluted EPS

$3.79

Q1 2026, unchanged vs prior year

Free cash flow

-$461 million

Q1 2026 use of cash, 10-Q

Backlog

$54.0 billion

Total backlog as of Q1 2026

Cash and equivalents

$216 million

End of Q1 2026, down from $774M at YE 2025

New awards

$4.0 billion

Q1 2026 new contract awards, 8-K

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: May 20

5 events

1. May 20

   Tech capabilities showcase

   24h Move

   -0.3%

   Showcased autonomous unmanned maritime and LVC training capabilities at naval event.

2. May 15

   USV delivery update

   24h Move

   -3.2%

   Delivered and sea tested ROMULUS-25 USV prototypes for U.S. Marine Corps.

3. May 12

   Facility and program visit

   24h Move

   +0.2%

   Hosted Rep. Adam Smith to review submarine and carrier construction progress.

4. May 8

   Destroyer sail-away

   24h Move

   +0.5%

   Announced Flight III destroyer Ted Stevens (DDG 128) departed Ingalls Shipbuilding.

5. May 8

   Workforce development

   24h Move

   +0.5%

   Announced high school seniors committing to shipbuilding careers at Newport News.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., May 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) will participate in Bernstein’s Strategic Decisions Conference on May 28. A conversation with HII President and Chief Executive Officer Chris Kastner will begin at 9 a.m. Eastern time and will be webcast on ir.hii.com.

About HII

HII is America’s largest shipbuilder, delivering the world’s most powerful ships and all-domain mission technologies, including unmanned systems, to U.S. and allied defense customers. HII is the largest producer of unmanned underwater vehicles for the U.S. Navy and the world.

With a more than 140-year history of advancing U.S. national security, HII builds and integrates defense capabilities extending from the core fleet to C6ISR, AI/ML, EW and synthetic training. Headquartered in Virginia, HII’s workforce is 44,000 strong. For more information, visit:

• HII on the web: https://www.HII.com/
• HII on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeamHII
• HII on X: https://www.twitter.com/WeAreHII
• HII on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/WeAreHII
• HII on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wearehii
  

Contact:

Brooke Hart (Media)
brooke.hart@hii.com 
202-264-7108

Christie Thomas (Investors)
christie.thomas@hii-co.com
757-380-2104

FAQ

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When will HII (NYSE:HII) appear at Bernstein’s 42nd Annual Strategic Decisions Conference?

HII will participate in Bernstein’s 42nd Annual Strategic Decisions Conference on May 28, 2026. According to HII, a conversation with its President and CEO will begin that morning and be accessible to investors via webcast.

What time does HII CEO Chris Kastner speak at Bernstein’s Strategic Decisions Conference on May 28, 2026?

HII President and CEO Chris Kastner is scheduled to speak at 9 a.m. Eastern time on May 28, 2026. According to HII, this conversation will be webcast live for investors and other interested stakeholders.

How can investors access the HII webcast from Bernstein’s Strategic Decisions Conference on May 28, 2026?

Investors can access HII’s Bernstein conference webcast via ir.hii.com. According to HII, the 9 a.m. Eastern discussion with President and CEO Chris Kastner will be streamed online for remote participants to follow the event.

Who will represent HII at Bernstein’s 42nd Annual Strategic Decisions Conference on May 28, 2026?

HII will be represented by its President and Chief Executive Officer Chris Kastner at the May 28, 2026 conference. According to HII, Kastner will join a webcast conversation starting at 9 a.m. Eastern for investors and analysts.