Woodward (WWD) Company Report

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Earnings summaries and quarterly performance for Woodward.

Analyst Coverage

Research analysts who have asked questions during Woodward earnings calls.

Louis Raffetto

Wolfe Research

8 questions for WWD

Also covers: ERJ, FTAI, HEI +2 more

Noah Poponak

Goldman Sachs

8 questions for WWD

Also covers: AMTM, BA, CACI +22 more

Scott Mikus

Melius Research

8 questions for WWD

Also covers: AIR, BA, BAH +13 more

Gautam Khanna

TD Cowen

7 questions for WWD

Also covers: ASLE, ATI, BA +20 more

Gavin Parsons

UBS Group AG

7 questions for WWD

Also covers: , BA, BAH +15 more

Scott Deuschle

Deutsche Bank

7 questions for WWD

Also covers: ATI, BA, BWXT +15 more

Michael Ciarmoli

Truist Securities, Inc.

6 questions for WWD

Also covers: AIN, AIR, ASLE +20 more

Christopher Glynn

Oppenheimer & Co. Inc.

5 questions for WWD

Also covers: AIT, AME, AYI +16 more

Sheila Kahyaoglu

Jefferies

5 questions for WWD

Also covers: , AAL, AIR +36 more

David Strauss

Barclays

3 questions for WWD

Also covers: ATI, BA, BWXT +16 more

Matthew Akers

Wells Fargo & Company

3 questions for WWD

Also covers: BAH, CACI, GD +9 more

Peter Skibitski

Alembic Global Advisors

3 questions for WWD

Also covers: AVAV, BWXT, CW +9 more

Alexandra Mandery

Truist Securities

2 questions for WWD

Also covers: CW, DCO, HEI +1 more

Kyle Wenclawiak

Jefferies

2 questions for WWD

George Bancroft

Gabelli Funds

1 question for WWD

Also covers: CR, DCO, GHM +2 more

Josh Korn

Barclays

1 question for WWD

Also covers: SAIC

Sheila Cuygle

Jefferies

1 question for WWD

Spencer Breitzke

TD Cowen

1 question for WWD

Also covers: CRS

Latest news

Recent press releases and 8-K filings for WWD.

Woodward Reports Strong Q1 2026 Results and Raises Full-Year Guidance

WWD

Earnings

Guidance Update

Revenue Acceleration/Inflection

Woodward (WWD) reported a strong start to fiscal year 2026, with net sales growing 29% year-over-year to $996 million and earnings per share increasing 54% to $2.17 in Q1 2026.
Both the Aerospace and Industrial segments demonstrated robust growth, with Aerospace sales increasing 29% to $635 million and Industrial sales increasing 30% to $362 million. Both segments also achieved significant margin expansion.
The company is raising its full-year sales and earnings guidance for fiscal 2026, with aerospace sales growth now expected between 15%-20% and industrial sales growth between 11%-14%. The full-year price expectation has been revised to 7%.
Woodward announced a strategic decision to wind down its China On-Highway product lines by the end of the fiscal year, anticipating $20 million-$25 million in associated costs.

2 days ago

Transcript

Woodward Reports Strong Q1 2026 Results and Raises Full-Year Guidance

WWD

Earnings

Guidance Update

Revenue Acceleration/Inflection

Woodward reported a strong start to fiscal 2026, with net sales increasing 29% to $996 million and earnings per share rising 54% to $2.17 in the first quarter.
The company raised its full-year 2026 guidance, now expecting consolidated sales growth of 14%-18% and EPS between $8.20-$8.60.
Woodward announced a strategic decision to wind down its China On-Highway product lines by the end of the fiscal year due to inconsistent performance and limited order visibility.
Despite the strong Q1 performance, the fiscal 2026 free cash flow guidance was reaffirmed at $300 million-$350 million, as the company plans to maintain higher inventory levels to meet customer demand.

2 days ago

Transcript

Woodward Announces Strong Q1 2026 Results and Raises Full-Year Guidance

WWD

Earnings

Guidance Update

Revenue Acceleration/Inflection

Woodward reported strong Q1 FY26 performance with net sales increasing 29% year-over-year to $996 million and reported net earnings rising 54% to $134 million, resulting in reported EPS of $2.17.
The company raised its full-year FY26 guidance for sales growth to 14% to 18% (from 7% to 12%) and EPS to $8.20-$8.60 (from $7.50-$8.00).
Both segments contributed to growth, with Aerospace sales up 29% to $635 million and Industrial sales up 30% to $362 million in Q1 FY26.
Woodward generated $70 million in Free Cash Flow and returned $146 million to stockholders through dividends and share repurchases in Q1 FY26.

2 days ago

Presentation

Woodward Inc. Reports Strong Q1 2026 Results and Raises Full-Year Guidance

WWD

Earnings

Guidance Update

Revenue Acceleration/Inflection

Woodward Inc. reported strong Q1 fiscal year 2026 net sales of $996 million, a 29% increase, and earnings per share of $2.17.
The company raised its full-year fiscal year 2026 guidance, now expecting consolidated sales growth of 14%-18% and EPS between $8.20-$8.60. Free cash flow guidance remains unchanged at $300-$350 million.
A strategic decision was made to wind down the China On-Highway product lines by the end of the fiscal year, citing inconsistent performance and limited order visibility.
In Q1 2026, Aerospace segment sales increased 29% to $635 million, largely due to a 50% rise in commercial services sales, while Industrial segment sales grew 30% to $362 million.

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Woodward Reports Strong Q1 2026 Results and Raises FY26 Guidance

WWD

Earnings

Guidance Update

Revenue Acceleration/Inflection

Woodward, Inc. reported strong first quarter fiscal year 2026 results for the period ended December 31, 2025, with net sales of $996 million, a 29% increase year-over-year, and earnings per share (EPS) of $2.17, up 53% from the prior year.
Based on this outperformance, the company is raising its full-year fiscal 2026 sales and earnings guidance.
The strong performance was attributed to broad-based growth across both Aerospace and Industrial segments, reflecting strong demand and disciplined execution.
The Aerospace segment's sales increased by 29% to $635 million, with segment earnings growing 57% to $148 million.
The Industrial segment saw sales increase by 30% to $362 million, and segment earnings rose 67% to $67 million.

2 days ago

8-K

Woodward Reports Strong First Quarter Fiscal Year 2026 Results and Raises Full-Year Guidance

WWD

Earnings

Guidance Update

Revenue Acceleration/Inflection

Woodward reported strong first quarter fiscal year 2026 results, with net sales of $996 million, a 29% increase year-over-year, and diluted EPS of $2.17, up 53%.
The company's performance was driven by broad-based growth across both Aerospace and Industrial segments, contributing to $70 million in free cash flow for the quarter.
Based on this strong start, Woodward raised its full-year fiscal 2026 guidance, with sales growth now projected to be 14% to 18% and EPS expected to be $8.20 to $8.60.

2 days ago

Press Release

Woodward to Wind Down China On-Highway Natural Gas Truck Business

WWD

Profit Warning

Layoffs

Demand Weakening

Woodward, Inc. announced on January 15, 2026, its decision to wind down its China On-Highway Natural Gas Truck Business (China OH), a strategic move to optimize its Industrial segment portfolio after unsuccessful divestiture efforts.
This business has not consistently contributed significantly to Woodward's overall financial performance.
The company expects to incur cumulative pre-tax charges of approximately $20 million to $25 million, with $15 million to $20 million anticipated to result in future cash expenditures.
The majority of these charges are expected in the second and third quarters of fiscal year 2026, with the wind-down substantially completed by the end of fiscal year 2026.

Jan 15, 2026, 9:38 PM

8-K

Woodward Reports Record Fiscal Year 2025 Performance

WWD

Earnings

M&A

New Projects/Investments

Woodward, Inc. reported record performance for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2025, with net sales of $3.6 billion, an increase of 7% year over year.
Net earnings grew 19% to $442 million, and diluted earnings per share (EPS) increased 20% to $7.19.
Strategic milestones included the acquisition of an industry-leading electromechanical actuation business and securing its first primary flight control system on a commercial aircraft (Airbus A350).

Dec 22, 2025, 9:30 PM

Press Release

Woodward Inc. Reports Record FY 2025 Results and Provides Strong FY 2026 Guidance

WWD

Earnings

Guidance Update

New Projects/Investments

Woodward Inc. achieved record annual revenue of $3.6 billion, a 7% increase, and all-time high adjusted earnings per share of $6.89 for fiscal year 2025.
For fiscal year 2026, the company projects net sales growth between 7% and 12% and adjusted earnings per share between $7.50 and $8.00.
Strategic investments include breaking ground on a new Spartanburg, South Carolina facility for aerospace production and continued focus on automation, contributing to expected capital expenditures of approximately $290 million in 2026.
Woodward completed its prior $600 million share repurchase authorization in November 2025 and announced a new $1.8 billion program, planning to return $650-$700 million to shareholders in fiscal year 2026.

Nov 24, 2025, 10:00 PM

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Woodward Reports Record FY 2025 Results and Provides FY 2026 Guidance

WWD

Earnings

Guidance Update

Share Buyback

Woodward achieved record net sales of $3.6 billion in fiscal year 2025, marking a 7% increase year-over-year, alongside adjusted earnings per share of $6.89.
For fiscal year 2026, the company forecasts net sales growth of 7% to 12% and adjusted earnings per share in the range of $7.50 to $8.00.
The company announced a new $1.8 billion share repurchase program and plans to return $650 million to $700 million to shareholders in fiscal year 2026 through dividends and repurchases.
Strategic investments in fiscal year 2026 include approximately $290 million in capital expenditures, with $130 million allocated to the new Spartanburg facility and continued automation efforts.
The Aerospace segment saw 14% sales growth to $2.3 billion in FY 2025, while the Industrial segment's core sales increased 10%, contributing to overall strong performance.