Question · Q3 2025
Gavin Eric Parsons asked if Hexcel's margins in 2026 could exceed those of 2024, assuming higher commercial aerospace revenue. He also questioned Hexcel's contingency plans if destocking by OEMs were to continue longer than anticipated.
Answer
Tom Gentile, CEO, Chairman, and President, confirmed that 2026 margins could be higher, though efforts are needed to offset natural inflation. He explained that Hexcel manages destocking by deliberately lagging hiring decisions until demand materializes and by utilizing existing inventory as a buffer for unexpected increases.