Woodward (NASDAQ:WWD) Stock

Woodward

Woodward Inc is an independent designer, manufacturer, and service provider of control solutions for the aerospace and industrial markets. It designs, produces, and services reliable, efficient, low-emission, and high-performance energy control products for diverse applications in challenging environments. The company operates in two segments, Aerospace and Industrial. The Aerospace segment provides fuel pumps, actuators, air valves, specialty valves, fuel nozzles, and thrust reverser actuation systems for turbine engines and nacelles, and flight deck controls, actuators, servo controls, motors, and sensors for aircraft. The Industrial segment offers actuators, valves, pumps, fuel injection systems, solenoids, ignition systems, speed controls, electronics and software, and sensors.

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Goldman Sachs lists five investment themes for 2025, citing Belden, Norwegian Cruise Line and Uber among stocks to watch.

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Woodward Inc. (NASDAQ:WWD) manufactures critical control systems and components for the commercial aviation, industrial, and defense industries. Modern commercial passenger airliners can contain up to five million

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UBS analyst Gavin Parsons maintains Woodward (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WWD#NASDAQ">WWD</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $216 to $232.

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UBS Maintains Buy on Woodward, Raises Price Target to $232

Wells Fargo analyst Matthew Akers maintains Woodward (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WWD#NASDAQ">WWD</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $193 to $205.

Wells Fargo Maintains Equal-Weight on Woodward, Raises Price Target to $205

Woodward (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WWD#NASDAQ">WWD</a>) released its Q1 earnings on Monday, February 3, 2025 at 04:00 PM.
Here's what's important from the earnings announcement.
<h3>Earnings</h3>
Woodward beat estimated earnings by 14.000000000000002%, reporting an EPS of $1.35 versus an estimate of $1.18.
Revenue was down $14.01 million from the same period last year.
<h3>Earnings History Overview</h3>
The company beat on EPS by $0.16 in the last quarter, resulting in a 4.0% increase share price change the following day.
Here's a look at Woodward's past performance:

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q4 2024</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>1.25</td>
<td>1.51</td>
<td>1.32</td>
<td>1.10</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>1.41</td>
<td>1.63</td>
<td>1.62</td>
<td>1.45</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Revenue Estimate</td>
<td>812.95M</td>
<td>853.82M</td>
<td>807.00M</td>
<td>748.29M</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Revenue Actual</td>
<td>854.49M</td>
<td>847.69M</td>
<td>835.34M</td>
<td>786.73M</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

To track all earnings releases for Woodward <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WWD/earnings">visit their earnings calendar here.</a> 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Earnings

Earnings Breakdown: Woodward Q1

Woodward (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WWD#NASDAQ">WWD</a>) just disclosed its Q1 earnings on Monday, February 3, 2025 at 04:00 PM.
Here's a brief overview of the earnings report.
<h3>Earnings</h3>
Woodward beat estimated earnings by 14.000000000000002%, reporting an EPS of $1.35 versus an estimate of $1.18.
Revenue was down $14.01 million from the same period last year.
<h3>Performance in Previous Earnings</h3>
The company beat on EPS by $0.16 in the previous quarter, leading to a 4.0% increase share price change the next day.
Here's a look at Woodward's past performance:

<table>
<thead>
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<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q4 2024</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>1.25</td>
<td>1.51</td>
<td>1.32</td>
<td>1.10</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>1.41</td>
<td>1.63</td>
<td>1.62</td>
<td>1.45</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Revenue Estimate</td>
<td>812.95M</td>
<td>853.82M</td>
<td>807.00M</td>
<td>748.29M</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Revenue Actual</td>
<td>854.49M</td>
<td>847.69M</td>
<td>835.34M</td>
<td>786.73M</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

To track all earnings releases for Woodward <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WWD/earnings">visit their earnings calendar here.</a> 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Woodward Earnings Report: Q1 Overview

The earnings results for Woodward (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WWD#NASDAQ">WWD</a>) for Q1 were made public on Monday, February 3, 2025 at 04:00 PM.
Here's a comprehensive overview of the announcement.
<h3>Earnings</h3>
Woodward beat estimated earnings by 14.000000000000002%, reporting an EPS of $1.35 versus an estimate of $1.18.
Revenue was down $14.01 million from the same period last year.
<h3>Performance in Previous Earnings</h3>
The company beat on EPS by $0.16 in the previous quarter, leading to a 4.0% increase share price change the next day.
Here's a look at Woodward's past performance:

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q4 2024</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>1.25</td>
<td>1.51</td>
<td>1.32</td>
<td>1.10</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>1.41</td>
<td>1.63</td>
<td>1.62</td>
<td>1.45</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Revenue Estimate</td>
<td>812.95M</td>
<td>853.82M</td>
<td>807.00M</td>
<td>748.29M</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Revenue Actual</td>
<td>854.49M</td>
<td>847.69M</td>
<td>835.34M</td>
<td>786.73M</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

To track all earnings releases for Woodward <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WWD/earnings">visit their earnings calendar here.</a> 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Woodward: Q1 Earnings Insights

Woodward (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WWD#NASDAQ">WWD</a>) announced its Q1 earnings on Monday, February 3, 2025 at 04:00 PM.
Here's a breakdown of the earnings report.
<h3>Earnings</h3>
Woodward beat estimated earnings by 14.000000000000002%, reporting an EPS of $1.35 versus an estimate of $1.18.
Revenue was down $14.01 million from the same period last year.
<h3>Analysis of Past Earnings</h3>
During the previous quarter, the company beat on EPS by $0.16, leading to a 4.0% increase share price change the next day.
Here's a look at Woodward's past performance:

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q4 2024</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>1.25</td>
<td>1.51</td>
<td>1.32</td>
<td>1.10</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>1.41</td>
<td>1.63</td>
<td>1.62</td>
<td>1.45</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Revenue Estimate</td>
<td>812.95M</td>
<td>853.82M</td>
<td>807.00M</td>
<td>748.29M</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Revenue Actual</td>
<td>854.49M</td>
<td>847.69M</td>
<td>835.34M</td>
<td>786.73M</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

To track all earnings releases for Woodward <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WWD/earnings">visit their earnings calendar here.</a> 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Insights into Woodward Q1 Earnings

Dividends

Woodward Increases Quarterly Dividend From $0.25 To $0.28

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Woodward shares are trading lower after the company reported worse-than-expected Q1 sales results.

Guidance

Woodward Narrows Guidance; Sees FY25 Adj. EPS $5.85-$6.25 Vs $5.96 Estimate

Woodward (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WWD#NASDAQ">WWD</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $1.35 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.18 by 14.41 percent. This is a 6.9 percent decrease over earnings of $1.45 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $773.00 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $774.99 million by 0.26 percent. This is a 1.75 percent decrease over sales of $786.73 million the same period last year.

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Woodward Q1 2025 Adj EPS $1.35 Beats $1.18 Estimate, Sales $773.00M Miss $774.99M Estimate

<h3>Companies Reporting Before The Bell</h3>
• Tyson Foods (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSN#NYSE">TSN</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.88 per share on revenue of $13.46 billion. 
• Saia (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAIA#NASDAQ">SAIA</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $2.77 per share on revenue of $780.35 million. 
• Alliance Res Partners (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARLP#NASDAQ">ARLP</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.67 per share on revenue of $635.60 million. 
• Johnson Outdoors (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JOUT#NASDAQ">JOUT</a>) is estimated to report quarterly loss at $1.30 per share on revenue of $104.73 million. 
• Lavoro (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LVRO#NASDAQ">LVRO</a>) is estimated to report quarterly loss at $0.37 per share on revenue of $373.85 million. 
• NAPCO Security Techs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NSSC#NASDAQ">NSSC</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.34 per share on revenue of $49.88 million. 
• Twist Bioscience (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TWST#NASDAQ">TWST</a>) is expected to report quarterly loss at $0.63 per share on revenue of $86.95 million. 
• IDEXX Laboratories (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IDXX#NASDAQ">IDXX</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $2.40 per share on revenue of $936.68 million. 
<h3>Companies Reporting After The Bell</h3>
• BellRing Brands (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRBR#NYSE">BRBR</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.48 per share on revenue of $524.74 million. 
• New Jersey Resources (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NJR#NYSE">NJR</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.06 per share on revenue of $468.00 million. 
• Cabot (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CBT#NYSE">CBT</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $1.77 per share on revenue of $997.10 million. 
• KKR Real Estate Finance (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KREF#NYSE">KREF</a>) is likely to report quarterly loss at $0.07 per share on revenue of $34.78 million. 
• Fabrinet (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FN#NYSE">FN</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $2.49 per share on revenue of $813.57 million. 
• Kyndryl Hldgs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KD#NYSE">KD</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.41 per share on revenue of $3.81 billion. 
• Everest Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EG#NYSE">EG</a>) is estimated to report quarterly loss at $17.08 per share on revenue of $3.93 billion. 
• Equity Residential (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EQR#NYSE">EQR</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $1.00 per share on revenue of $754.93 million. 
• Clorox (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLX#NYSE">CLX</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $1.40 per share on revenue of $1.63 billion. 
• J&amp;J Snack Foods (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JJSF#NASDAQ">JJSF</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.59 per share on revenue of $360.85 million. 
• Healthpeak Properties (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOC#NYSE">DOC</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.45 per share on revenue of $691.84 million. 
• Palantir Technologies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.11 per share on revenue of $775.91 million. 
• MGIC Investment (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MTG#NYSE">MTG</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.66 per share on revenue of $303.53 million. 
• AECOM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ACM#NYSE">ACM</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.10 per share on revenue of $4.11 billion. 
• Capital Southwest (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSWC#NASDAQ">CSWC</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.62 per share on revenue of $50.62 million. 
• Woodward (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WWD#NASDAQ">WWD</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.18 per share on revenue of $772.98 million. 
• Sun Country Airlines (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNCY#NASDAQ">SNCY</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.20 per share on revenue of $258.04 million. 
• Flexsteel Industries (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLXS#NASDAQ">FLXS</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.74 per share on revenue of $104.61 million. 
• RBB Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RBB#NASDAQ">RBB</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.36 per share on revenue of $28.12 million. 
• NXP Semiconductors (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NXPI#NASDAQ">NXPI</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $3.13 per share on revenue of $3.10 billion. 
• Kforce (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KFRC#NYSE">KFRC</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.59 per share on revenue of $341.43 million. 
• Rambus (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RMBS#NASDAQ">RMBS</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.47 per share on revenue of $160.29 million. 
• NewMarket (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NEU#NYSE">NEU</a>) is estimated to report earnings for its fourth quarter. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Truist Securities analyst Michael Ciarmoli maintains Woodward (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WWD#NASDAQ">WWD</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $226 to $229.

Truist Securities Maintains Buy on Woodward, Raises Price Target to $229

Wells Fargo analyst Matthew Akers maintains Woodward (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WWD#NASDAQ">WWD</a>) with a Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $197 to $193.

Wells Fargo Maintains Equal-Weight on Woodward, Lowers Price Target to $193

Goldman Sachs research kicked off the new year with bold stock picks and a spotlight on five investment themes poised to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/12/42710358/veteran-investor-bets-big-on-sp-500-hitting-7000-by-end-of-2025-these-sectors-could-lead-the-charge">shape markets in 2025.</a>
What Happened: In a note shared Thursday, the analyst team led by Steven Kron shuffled its &#8220;Conviction List&#8221; — a carefully curated portfolio of top investment ideas.
Goldman Sachs added Belden Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BDC#NYSE">BDC</a>), Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NCLH#NYSE">NCLH</a>), and Uber Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UBER#NYSE">UBER</a>) to the list. These companies replaced Fox Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FOXA#NASDAQ">FOXA</a>), Parker Hannifin Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PH#NYSE">PH</a>), and TPG Inc. (TPG).
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Why It Matters: Industrial tech is back in vogue. Analyst Mark Delaney sees Belden riding a cyclical industrial recovery while expanding its high-margin software solutions business. Delaney models earnings per share (EPS) above consensus estimates for both 2025 and 2026, making this a standout pick in the industrial space.
Cruises are sailing into a stronger 2025. Analyst Lizzie Dove cites accelerating Net Purchase Intent (NPI) data and cost savings from a 2023 management shuffle. Dove expects Norwegian to widen its yield-to-unit-cost spread by 2.5 percentage points, bringing its valuation closer to peer Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RCL#NYSE">RCL</a>).
Analyst Eric Sheridan remains bullish on Uber despite skepticism over its mobility business and the rise of autonomous vehicles. He forecasts a robust 39% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) in adjusted EBITDA from 2023-2026. According to the bank, Uber is set to deliver $3.50 in GAAP EPS by 2026—a projection that sits 7% above consensus. Goldman Sachs holds a 12-month price target of $96 on Uber stock, implying a nearly 60% upside from current market levels.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Key Themes For 2025: AI, M&amp;A, Deglobalization, And More</h3>
The investment bank also outlined five key themes to track as we enter the new year.
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<li>Artificial Intelligence: Goldman's Kash Rangan expects AI investment to shift in 2025, moving from infrastructure spending to platforms and applications. In a recent note, Rangan highlighted the increasing integration of AI into enterprise software. Stocks with exposure to this trend include Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), Snowflake Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNOW#NYSE">SNOW</a>) and Teradyne Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TER#NASDAQ">TER</a>).</li>
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<li>De-regulation, M&amp;A, And Capital Markets Rebound: Regulatory changes under a potential second Trump administration could accelerate M&amp;A activity, Goldman analysts say. Financial firms like Citigroup Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/C#NYSE">C</a>), Evercore Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EVR#NYSE">EVR</a>), and S&amp;P Global (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPGI#NYSE">SPGI</a>) are positioned to benefit. Analyst Richard Ramsden recently indicated a more favorable environment for banks and financial advisors.</li>
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<li>Re-powering America: Carly Davenport flagged the surging power demands of data centers and AI compute, noting this trend is driving sustained growth in utilities capex. Her team stressed the importance of energy infrastructure to support the transportation electrification. Stocks like DBA Sempra (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SRE#NYSE">SRE</a>) is Goldman&#8217;s top pick here.</li>
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<li>Deglobalization: The era of tariff wars is far from over. Jan Hatzius and economics team expect a 20 percentage point hike in tariffs on Chinese imports and new duties on European autos and Mexican EVs. Companies like Vulcan Materials Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VMC#NYSE">VMC</a>) and Woodward Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WWD#NASDAQ">WWD</a>) are well-positioned to adapt to supply chain disruptions caused by these policies.</li>
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<li>Resilient US Consumers: Despite macro concerns, Goldman Sachs continues to paint another strong year for U.S. consumers. Discretionary cash flow is expected to grow by 5.2% in 2025, up from 4.4% in 2024, supported by higher savings rates. Stocks to watch include Norwegian Cruise Line, Uber, Burlington Stores Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BURL#NYSE">BURL</a>), and Pinterest Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PINS#NYSE">PINS</a>).</li>
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Goldman Sachs Adds 3 Stocks To 'Conviction List,' Flags 5 Market Trends To Monitor In 2025

~Acquisition provides Woodward industry-proven electromechanical technology platform for next generation aircraft. It is a step forward for Safran towards the acquisition of Collins Aerospace actuation and flight control activities~

Woodward To Acquire Safran's Electromechanical Actuation Business Based in North America; Amount Not Disclosed

Barclays analyst David Strauss maintains Woodward (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WWD#NASDAQ">WWD</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $175 to $200.

Barclays Maintains Equal-Weight on Woodward, Raises Price Target to $200

The commercial aerospace sector is gaining altitude, driven by surging demand for passenger travel, robust freight activity, and a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/expert-ideas">resurgence in aircraft orders</a>.
According to Goldman Sachs analyst Noah Poponak, CFA, air traffic recovery is exceeding expectations, with growth now outpacing GDP by more than double. 
The sector&#8217;s strong fundamentals, buoyed by tight supply chains and rising aftermarket revenues, are positioning key aerospace stocks for a significant takeoff.
Here&#8217;s what you need to know — and the top stocks analysts say you should have on your radar.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Air Traffic Surpasses Pre-Pandemic Levels</h3>
&#8220;The overall commercial aerospace market is fundamentally strong,&#8221; said Poponak in a note Thursday. 
Global passenger traffic continues its remarkable climb as international air traffic jumped 9% year-over-year (yoy) in September, following an 11% yoy increase in August, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA). Passenger capacity rose in lockstep, up 9% and 10% yoy, respectively.
Goldman Sachs forecasts another 9% yoy gain for October based on airline reports. 
Forward airline schedules indicate that global passenger capacity will grow by 6% to 7% year-over-year through November, December, and January, reflecting sustained demand as travel appetite remains strong.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Freight Market Delivers Double-Digit Growth</h3>
The recovery isn't limited to passengers. International freight traffic surged 11% yoy in September, following a 12% yoy gain in August, with freight capacity expanding by 8% yoy in both months. 
Major cargo players FedEx Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FDX#NYSE">FDX</a>) and United Parcel Service Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UPS#NYSE">UPS</a>) also saw gains, with UPS reporting 11% yoy growth and FedEx posting a 3% yoy increase in global air cargo traffic.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Boeing, Airbus Rack Up Orders</h3>
Large commercial jet manufacturers are riding the wave of demand. In October alone, Boeing Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>) secured 63 new orders, while Airbus SE (OTCPK: EADSY) booked 82 aircraft orders—both with zero cancellations. 
&#8220;New aircraft order campaigning activity appears to remain robust, for both growth and replacement,&#8221; Poponak wrote. 
Parked aircraft, which currently make up 11.8% of the total global fleet, remained flat month-over-month, further reflecting high utilization levels as airlines capitalize on the recovery in passenger and freight traffic.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Goldman Sachs' Top Stock Picks</h3>
Goldman Sachs&#8217; Poponak highlighted 11 buy-rated stocks that stand to benefit from the industry's resurgence. These include large aircraft manufacturers, component suppliers, and business jet producers.
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<td>Woodward Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WWD#NASDAQ">WWD</a>)</td>
<td>Aerospace Systems</td>
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<td>Boeing Co.</td>
<td>Large Aircraft</td>
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<td>TransDigm Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TDG#NYSE">TDG</a>)</td>
<td>Aircraft Components</td>
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<td>GE Aerospace (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GE#NYSE">GE</a>)</td>
<td>Engine Manufacturing</td>
</tr>
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<td>HEICO Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HEI#NYSE">HEI</a>)</td>
<td>Aircraft Parts</td>
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<td>Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HWM#NYSE">HWM</a>)</td>
<td>Aerospace Materials</td>
</tr>
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<td>Ducommun Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DCO#NYSE">DCO</a>)</td>
<td>Aerospace Electronics</td>
</tr>
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<td>CAE Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CAE#NYSE">CAE</a>)</td>
<td>Simulation &amp; Training</td>
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<td>Bombardier Inc. (OTCPK: BOMBF)</td>
<td>Business Jets</td>
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<td>Embraer S.A. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ERJ#NYSE">ERJ</a>)</td>
<td>Regional Aircraft</td>
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<td>Textron Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TXT#NYSE">TXT</a>) </td>
<td>Business Jets &amp; Helicopters</td>
</tr>
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Among these, Woodward (WWD) is singled out for its placement on Goldman's &#8220;Conviction List,&#8221; while Boeing remains a flagship name for its leadership in large commercial jets.

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<h3>Gainers</h3>
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<li>Primega Group Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PGHL#NASDAQ">PGHL</a>) shares rose 18.8% to $12.52 during Tuesday's pre-market session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $300.4 million. </li>
<li>AgEagle Aerial Sys (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UAVS#AMEX">UAVS</a>) stock rose 17.42% to $7.01. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $33.0 million. </li>
<li>Volato Group (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOAR#AMEX">SOAR</a>) stock rose 13.82% to $0.31. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $9.2 million. </li>
<li>Ocean Power Techs (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OPTT#AMEX">OPTT</a>) stock rose 12.84% to $0.2. The company's market cap stands at $25.4 million. </li>
<li>Sidus Space (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SIDU#NASDAQ">SIDU</a>) stock increased by 11.94% to $1.5. The company's market cap stands at $13.0 million. </li>
<li>Woodward (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WWD#NASDAQ">WWD</a>) shares increased by 11.82% to $200.5. The company's market cap stands at $11.9 billion. As per the press release, Q4 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
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<h3>Losers</h3>
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<li>Astronics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ATRO#NASDAQ">ATRO</a>) shares decreased by 20.5% to $14.0 during Tuesday's pre-market session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $493.6 million. </li>
<li>ESGL Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ESGL#NASDAQ">ESGL</a>) shares declined by 12.14% to $1.52. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $61.1 million. </li>
<li>Fluence Energy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FLNC#NASDAQ">FLNC</a>) stock fell 12.05% to $20.67. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $2.6 billion. As per the press release, Q4 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
<li>Air T (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIRT#NASDAQ">AIRT</a>) shares declined by 9.9% to $18.21. The company's market cap stands at $50.2 million. </li>
<li>Blue Bird (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BLBD#NASDAQ">BLBD</a>) stock declined by 9.83% to $38.62. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $1.2 billion. The company's, Q4 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
<li>Nature's Miracle Holding (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NMHI#NASDAQ">NMHI</a>) shares fell 9.2% to $2.27. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $4.4 million. 
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