AllianceBernstein (HXL) holds 3.40M shares, 4.5% stake reported

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

AllianceBernstein L.P. reports beneficial ownership of 3,402,409 shares of Hexcel Corp common stock, representing 4.5% of the class as disclosed in an amendment to its Schedule 13G/A.

The filing states AllianceBernstein has sole voting power for 3,051,939 shares, sole dispositive power for 3,337,187 shares, and shared dispositive power for 65,222 shares. The reporting CUSIP is 428291108.

Insights

Institutional Ownership Analyst

Large asset manager reports a passive stake below 5% in Hexcel.

AllianceBernstein discloses a 3,402,409-share holding, equal to 4.5% of Hexcel common stock. The filing identifies specific voting and dispositive powers held by AllianceBernstein across those shares.

Because the position is below the 5% threshold, the filing is consistent with passive institutional disclosure practices; subsequent filings could show changes if the stake crosses regulatory thresholds.

Key Figures

Beneficial ownership: 3,402,409 shares Percent of class: 4.5% Sole voting power: 3,051,939 shares +3 more

6 metrics

Beneficial ownership 3,402,409 shares Amount beneficially owned (Schedule 13G/A amendment)

Percent of class 4.5% Percent of Hexcel common stock reported

Sole voting power 3,051,939 shares Sole power to vote or direct the vote

Sole dispositive power 3,337,187 shares Sole power to dispose or direct disposition

Shared dispositive power 65,222 shares Shared power to dispose or direct disposition

CUSIP 428291108 Hexcel Corp common stock identifier

Key Terms

Schedule 13G/A, Beneficially owned, Sole dispositive power

3 terms

Schedule 13G/A regulatory

"Amendment to Schedule 13G/A reporting beneficial ownership"

A Schedule 13G/A is an amended public filing with the U.S. securities regulator that updates a previous Schedule 13G, disclosing when an individual or group holds a substantial (typically over 5%) stake in a company and is claiming a passive, non‑controlling intent. Investors monitor these updates because rising or falling holdings can signal changing confidence, potential future moves, or shifts in voting power — like watching a public ledger where large shareholders quietly adjust their positions.

Beneficially owned financial

"Amount beneficially owned: 3,402,409 shares acquired solely for investment purposes"

Beneficially owned describes securities or assets where a person has the economic rights and control—such as the right to receive dividends and to direct voting—even if legal title is held in another name. Think of it like having the keys and using a car that’s registered to someone else: you get the benefits and make decisions. Investors care because beneficial ownership reveals who truly controls value and voting power, affecting corporate decisions and takeover dynamics.

Sole dispositive power financial

"Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 3,337,187"

Sole dispositive power is the exclusive legal authority to decide what happens to a security — for example, whether to sell, transfer, or retain shares — without needing anyone else’s permission. Investors care because it signals who truly controls the economic outcome of an investment: like holding the only key to a safe, the holder can realize gains or losses and may trigger regulatory reporting, insider rules, or influence over corporate ownership.

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

SCHEDULE 13G

UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

(Amendment No. 1)

Hexcel Corp

(Name of Issuer)

Common Stock

(Title of Class of Securities)

428291108

(CUSIP Number)

03/31/2026

(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement)

Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed:

Rule 13d-1(b)

Rule 13d-1(c)

Rule 13d-1(d)

schemaVersion:

SCHEDULE 13G

CUSIP Number(s): 428291108

1

Names of Reporting Persons

AllianceBernstein L.P.

2

Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)

(a)
(b)

3

Sec Use Only

4

Citizenship or Place of Organization

DELAWARE

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 3,051,939.00
6	Shared Voting Power 0.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 3,337,187.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 65,222.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

3,402,409.00

10

Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)

11

Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)

4.5 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

IA

SCHEDULE 13G

Item 1.
(a)	Name of issuer: Hexcel Corp
(b)	Address of issuer's principal executive offices: Two Stamford Plaza, 281 Tresser Blvd., 16th Floor, Stamford, CT 06901, United States of America
Item 2.
(a)	Name of person filing: AllianceBernstein L.P. ("AllianceBernstein L.P.")
(b)	Address or principal business office or, if none, residence: 501 Commerce Street, Nashville, TN 37203 All media outlets, please contact Jennifer Will at AllianceBernstein (212-969-1157) with any questions. All other questions can be directed to Section13USFilings@alliancebernstein.com.
(c)	Citizenship: Delaware
(d)	Title of class of securities: Common Stock
(e)	CUSIP No.: 428291108
Item 3.	If this statement is filed pursuant to §§ 240.13d-1(b) or 240.13d-2(b) or (c), check whether the person filing is a:
(a)	Broker or dealer registered under section 15 of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78o);
(b)	Bank as defined in section 3(a)(6) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(c)	Insurance company as defined in section 3(a)(19) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(d)	Investment company registered under section 8 of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-8);
(e)	An investment adviser in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(E);
(f)	An employee benefit plan or endowment fund in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(F);
(g)	A parent holding company or control person in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(G);
(h)	A savings associations as defined in Section 3(b) of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (12 U.S.C. 1813);
(i)	A church plan that is excluded from the definition of an investment company under section 3(c)(14) of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-3);
(j)	A non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J). If filing as a non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J), please specify the type of institution:
(k)	Group, in accordance with Rule 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(K).
Item 4.	Ownership
(a)	Amount beneficially owned: 3,402,409 shares acquired solely for investment purposes on behalf of client discretionary investment advisory accounts.* *AllianceBernstein L.P. is a majority owned subsidiary of Equitable Holdings, Inc. ("EQH"). AllianceBernstein operates under independent management and makes independent decisions from EQH and its respective subsidiaries, and EQH calculates and reports beneficial ownership separately from AllianceBernstein pursuant to guidance provided by the Securities and Exchange Commission in Release Number 34-39538 (January 12, 1998).
(b)	Percent of class: 4.5 %
(c)	Number of shares as to which the person has:
	(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote: 3,051,939
	(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote: 0
	(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 3,337,187
	(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 65,222
Item 5.	Ownership of 5 Percent or Less of a Class.
	Ownership of 5 percent or less of a class
Item 6.	Ownership of more than 5 Percent on Behalf of Another Person.
	Not Applicable
Item 7.	Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary Which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company or Control Person.
	Not Applicable
Item 8.	Identification and Classification of Members of the Group.
	Not Applicable
Item 9.	Notice of Dissolution of Group.
	Not Applicable

Item 10.

Certifications:

By signing below I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the securities referred to above were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business and were not acquired and are not held for the purpose of or with the effect of changing or influencing the control of the issuer of the securities and were not acquired and are not held in connection with or as a participant in any transaction having that purpose or effect, other than activities solely in connection with a nomination under § 240.14a-11.

SIGNATURE

After reasonable inquiry and to the best of my knowledge and belief, I certify that the information set forth in this statement is true, complete and correct.

AllianceBernstein L.P.

Signature:	Marcus Edwards
Name/Title:	AVP/ Senior Compliance Associate
Date:	05/15/2026

FAQ

What stake does AllianceBernstein report in Hexcel (HXL)?

AllianceBernstein reports beneficial ownership of 3,402,409 shares, representing 4.5% of Hexcel common stock as stated in the amendment.

How many shares does AllianceBernstein have sole voting power over?

The filing states AllianceBernstein has sole voting power over 3,051,939 shares of Hexcel common stock, per the Schedule 13G/A amendment.

What dispositive powers does AllianceBernstein report for the Hexcel shares?

AllianceBernstein reports sole dispositive power for 3,337,187 shares and shared dispositive power for 65,222 shares in Hexcel common stock.

Is AllianceBernstein reporting an active or passive position in Hexcel?

The Schedule 13G/A amendment signals reporting of a passive institutional stake; the filing identifies holdings and voting/dispositive powers but does not indicate active control actions.

What CUSIP and issuer details are included in the filing?

The filing lists issuer Hexcel Corp with CUSIP 428291108 and the issuer address at Two Stamford Plaza, 281 Tresser Blvd., Stamford, CT.