Hexcel HXL
United StatesIndustrials · Aerospace & DefenseUSD
108.50 USD (+29.3%)
14 analysts
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Hexcel Corporation is a leading manufacturer of advanced composite materials (carbon fiber, honeycomb panels, and adhesives), primarily supplying the aerospace and defense sectors, as well as industrial applications.
Key points
from its scores- ✓Good share-price trend9.2
- ✓Strong growth8.0
- ✕Demanding valuation3.7
- !Average business quality5.4
- !Modest dividend5.4
AI analysis
bottom line, main risk, context and newsStrong growth and positive momentum are priced in at a demanding valuation; wait for a better entry point or confirmation that earnings growth is sustainable.
Hexcel shows exceptional earnings growth of 280.20% and very strong momentum (9.23), supported by the recovery in aircraft production. However, its valuation is demanding (P/E 42.37) and its return on equity is modest (ROE 10.76), which moderates the overall appeal.
The main risk is the demanding valuation (P/E 42.37) if the 280% earnings growth is not sustained or if the aerospace recovery slows, which could lead to a significant correction.
Context and risks
Hexcel has no recent relevant news. Its main exposure is to the aircraft manufacturing cycle and demand for composite materials, with no specific regulatory, geopolitical, or business model risks that are not already reflected in its base risk profile.
Is Hexcel stock cheap or expensive?
at the analysis dateOn P/E and EV / EBITDA, it trades 48% above the Industrials median on average.
| Multiple | Company | Sector | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E | 42.4 | 25.4 | +67% |
| EV / EBITDA | 18.6 | 14.5 | +28% |
| Price / book | 4.9 | 4.1 | +20% |
| Price / sales | 3.2 | 2.1 | +56% |
Sector: median of the 388 Industrials companies analysed. In bold, the multiples used for the comparison.
Valuation score: 3.7 out of 10 (median for Industrials: 5.0).
Average analyst target: 108.50 USD, +29.3% versus the price.
A premium can be justified if the company is of higher quality or grows faster than its sector: Quality / Moat 5.4 (sector 5.8), Growth 8.0 (sector 6.6).
Classic formulas with standard assumptions (10.0% growth, 8-9% discount rate). Indicative only: they change a lot with the assumptions and are not a recommendation.
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Score by category
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at the analysis date · compared with the Industrials medianValuation
- P/E
- 42.4
- Forward P/E
- 26.7
- EV / EBITDA
- 18.6
- Price / book
- 4.9
- Price / sales
- 3.2
- PEG
- 0.61
- Market cap
- 6.3B USD
- Enterprise value
- 7.2B USD
Profitability
- ROE
- 10.8%
- ROA
- 6.0%
- ROIC (approx.)
- 12.2%
- Gross margin
- 25.0%
- Operating margin
- 13.9%
- Net margin
- 7.8%
- Free cash flow
- 253.0M USD
- FCF yield
- 4.0%
- Cash conversion
- 65%
Solvency
- Total debt
- 959.4M USD
- Net debt
- 896.9M USD
- Cash
- 62.5M USD
- EBITDA
- 389.0M USD
- Net debt / EBITDA
- 2.31
- Debt / equity
- 73.90
- Current ratio
- 2.43
- Quick ratio
- 1.24
Growth
- Revenue growth
- +8.0%
- Earnings growth
- +280.2%
- EPS (TTM)
- 1.98 USD
- EPS (forward)
- 3.14 USD
Dividend
- Dividend yield
- 0.9%
- Payout
- 35.3%
Risk and market
- Beta
- 1.10
- Analyst consensus
- Buy (14)
- Target price
- 108.50 USD
- 52-week range
- 60.82 – 111.74
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Is Hexcel stock cheap or expensive?
On P/E and EV / EBITDA, it trades 48% above the Industrials median on average. Valuation score: 3.7 out of 10 (median for Industrials: 5.0). Average analyst target: 108.50 USD, +29.3% versus the price. This is not investment advice.
What score does Hexcel get on MeridIAn Screener?
It scores 5.8 out of 10, rank 1,165 of 2,130 (better than 43% of the companies analysed). Its strongest category is Momentum (9.2) and its weakest, Valuation (3.7). Analysis of 08/10/2026.
What is Hexcel's P/E ratio?
Its P/E is 42.4: the share price equals 42.4 times earnings per share over the last 12 months. The Industrials median is 25.4. Based on the earnings analysts expect, the forward P/E is 26.7.
How much is Hexcel worth on the stock market?
Its market capitalisation is 6.3B USD and its enterprise value, debt included, is 7.2B USD.
How much debt does Hexcel have?
Its net debt (debt minus cash) is 896.9M USD. That is 2.31 times its EBITDA; the Industrials median is 1.58.
Does Hexcel pay a dividend?
Yes: its dividend yield is 0.86% and it pays out 35% of its earnings.
How has Hexcel stock performed over the last year?
It has risen 36.4% over the last year, excluding dividends. Over the last 52 weeks it has traded between 60.82 and 111.74 USD. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
What do analysts think of Hexcel?
14 analysts cover it; their average recommendation is “Buy” and their average target is 108.50 USD (+29.3% versus the price). It is an estimate, not market data.