Woodward Inc Stock Price, News & Analysis

Woodward reported strong Q2 fiscal 2025 results with net sales of $884 million, up 6% year-over-year. Net earnings increased 12% to $109 million, with earnings per share rising 14% to $1.78.

The Aerospace segment showed robust performance with:

• 23% growth in commercial aftermarket sales
• 52% increase in defense OEM revenue
• Overall segment revenue up 13% to $562 million

The Industrial segment faced challenges with:

• 5% decline in revenue to $322 million
• 18% decrease in transportation sales
• Strong performance in oil and gas (up 21%)

Based on strong year-to-date performance, Woodward raised the low end of its fiscal 2025 guidance, now expecting:

• Sales between $3,375-$3,500 million
• Adjusted EPS of $5.95-$6.25
• Aerospace sales growth of 8-13%

Woodward (NASDAQ:WWD) has announced a quarterly cash dividend declaration. The company's Board of Directors has approved a dividend payment of $0.28 per share. The dividend will be paid on June 5, 2025, to stockholders who are on record as of May 22, 2025.

Woodward (NASDAQ: WWD) has announced its upcoming fiscal 2025 second quarter earnings release schedule. The company will publish its financial results on Monday, April 28, 2025 at approximately 4:00 p.m. ET, followed by a conference call at 5:00 p.m. ET.

Investors and interested parties can access the earnings call through multiple channels:

• Via Woodward's website (www.woodward.com) under the 'Investors / Events and Presentations' section
• By phone: (800) 715-9871 (U.S. domestic) or +1 (646) 307-1963 (international)

The conference call will provide an overview of Woodward's business and financial performance. Participants are advised to register before the call begins using Conference ID 4675940. The presentation materials and recording will remain accessible on the company's website for one year.

Woodward (NASDAQ:WWD) announced a 12% increase in its quarterly cash dividend, raising it from $0.25 to $0.28 per share. The dividend will be paid on March 6, 2025, to stockholders of record as of February 20, 2025. This increase demonstrates the company's commitment to returning value to shareholders through growing dividend payments.

Woodward (NASDAQ: WWD) reported Q1 FY2025 results with net sales of $773M (-2% YoY) and net earnings of $87M (-3% YoY). The company's Aerospace segment showed growth in both sales and margin, despite Boeing delivery challenges, with strong commercial and defense aftermarket demand. The Industrial segment experienced broad-based strength in power generation, oil & gas, and marine transportation, offset by declining China on-highway natural gas truck sales.

Key financial metrics include adjusted EPS of $1.35 (-7% YoY), cash from operations of $35M (-26% YoY), and free cash flow of $1M (-81% YoY). The Aerospace segment revenue grew 7% to $494M, while Industrial segment revenue declined 15% to $279M. The company reaffirmed most of its 2025 guidance, adjusting its expected tax rate to 19% and narrowing adjusted EPS guidance to $5.85-6.25.

Woodward (NASDAQ: WWD) has announced the schedule for its fiscal 2025 first quarter earnings release and conference call. The company will release its financial results on Monday, February 3, 2025, at approximately 4:00 p.m. ET, followed by a conference call at 5:00 p.m. ET.

The conference call will provide an overview of Woodward's business and financial performance. Investors can access the call through the company's website at www.woodward.com under the 'Investors/Events and Presentations' section, or by dialing 1 (800) 715-9871 (U.S. domestic) or 1 (646) 307-1963 (international) with Conference ID 4675940. The presentation materials will remain accessible on the website for one year.

Woodward (WWD) has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Safran Electronics & Defense's electromechanical actuation business in North America. The acquisition includes operations assets, intellectual property, talent, and long-term customer agreements for Horizontal Stabilizer Trim Actuation (HSTA) systems, notably used in the Airbus A350. The deal encompasses other electromechanical products and electronic control units for commercial airliners and business aircraft.

The transaction is expected to close in mid-2025, subject to regulatory approvals and customary conditions. While financial terms were not disclosed, the acquisition is described as not financially material and was made in the ordinary course of business.

Woodward (NASDAQ:WWD) has released its 2024 Annual Report, showcasing a record-breaking fiscal year. The company, which specializes in aerospace and industrial energy control solutions, achieved unprecedented revenue surpassing $3 billion for the first time in its history. The exceptional performance was marked by all-time highs in earnings per share and segment-level sales, driven by strong demand across both aerospace and industrial markets. The report, which includes the Form 10-K for the year ended September 30, 2024, is available on Woodward's website.