Woodward Inc Stock Price, News & Analysis

Woodward, Inc. (NASDAQ: WWD) has announced that it will report its fiscal 2023 second quarter financial results on May 1, 2023, at approximately 4:00 p.m. ET. A conference call will follow at 4:30 p.m. ET, providing an overview of the company's business and financial performance. Interested parties can listen to the call live on the company’s website or via telephone. An audio replay will be available for two weeks post-call. As a global leader in energy conversion and control solutions, Woodward aims to contribute to a cleaner, decarbonized world with its innovative technology. The company also includes a notice regarding forward-looking statements that could impact actual results versus projections.

Woodward, Inc. (NASDAQ: WWD) has appointed William (Bill) Lacey as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective May 8, 2023. Lacey brings extensive financial and operational experience, having served previously as Vice President of Finance at Amazon and CEO of Savant’s Lighting division. He boasts a notable 28-year career at General Electric (GE) in various senior leadership roles, including CFO of GE’s Healthcare and Wind Energy divisions. In his new role, Lacey will oversee Woodward’s financial operations and collaborate closely with the executive team to drive the company’s strategic initiatives. He replaces Mark Hartman, who is leaving the company. Lacey is expected to enhance Woodward's financial strategy and contribute to profitable growth, while also holding a Business Administration degree from Florida A&M University and relocating to Fort Collins, Colorado.

Woodward, Inc. (NASDAQ: WWD) has announced a quarterly dividend increase to $0.22 per share, up from $0.19, reflecting a commitment to returning value to shareholders. The dividend is payable on March 7, 2023, to stockholders on record as of February 21, 2023. This increase underscores the company’s financial health and confidence in future performance. Woodward specializes in energy conversion and control solutions across aerospace and industrial sectors, actively contributing to a cleaner, decarbonized world.

Woodward, Inc. (NASDAQ:WWD) reported a 14% increase in net sales for Q1 FY2023, totaling $619 million, compared to $542 million in Q1 FY2022. Net earnings remained flat at $30 million or $0.49 per share, up from $0.47 per share last year. Free cash flow fell to negative $19 million, down from $26 million. The company highlighted ongoing operational challenges due to supply chain issues and inflation, impacting profitability. Despite these challenges, Woodward's outlook for FY2023 remains unchanged, projecting total net sales between $2.60 billion and $2.75 billion.