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WWD·Woodward, Inc.

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+. (+.%)
After Hours
High
$408.13
Open
$402.51
Market Cap
24.59B
52W High
$450.92
Low
$396.10
P. Close
$403.72
P/E
47.87
52W Low
$233.31
Fwd P/E
37.61
DailyIQ Est.
$462.55
Technical Score (1D)
59
BUY
News Sentiment
72
BULLISH
Woodward Inc. was just named to TIME’s America’s Best Companies 2026 list, a recognition that underscores its leadership in energy‑control solutions for aerospace and industrial markets. The accolade highlights the company’s strong financial performance, high employee satisfaction, and robust ESG transparency, which may reinforce investor confidence in the near term. Because the award signals a positive narrative around the firm’s fundamentals, traders can expect a potential uptick in demand for the stock over the next 1–10 trading days as sentiment improves. Meanwhile, Woodward’s track record of consistently beating earnings estimates, as noted in a 21‑hour‑old analysis, suggests that the upcoming quarterly report could continue this trend. The combination of a recent prestige award and a history of earnings outperformance points to a likely earnings‑per‑share upside that could further lift the stock’s valuation. Market participants should watch the company’s earnings release for any updates on aerospace demand and guidance, as these factors are key drivers of Woodward’s revenue mix. Additionally, investors should monitor the company’s ESG metrics disclosure, which may influence future analyst revisions and investor sentiment. Finally, keep an eye on any commentary regarding the aerospace sector’s demand outlook, as shifts there could materially affect Woodward’s top‑line growth in the coming weeks.
Earnings Summary
Woodward, Inc. is a global provider of sophisticated control solutions for aerospace and industrial markets, delivering fuel management, actuation, and flight‑control systems to aircraft and turbine OEMs. In Q1 2025 the company reported EPS of $1.69 versus the $1.4644 estimate, a 15 % beat, while revenue reached $883.629 million, supporting its reputation for earnings outperformance. Although subsequent quarterly EPS figures are not yet available, the company’s track record of beating estimates and its inclusion in TIME’s America’s Best Companies 2026 list underscore a resilient operating model. Historically, Woodward has maintained steady revenue growth, with Q1 2025 revenue up from prior periods, and the firm has consistently delivered EPS above consensus, reflecting strong pricing power and a robust product mix. Recent analyst commentary highlights a mixed outlook: Argus Research lowered its target to $450 citing margin compression and weaker demand, while several buy endorsements and ESG accolades, including a sustainability report and a TIME award, reinforce confidence in the company’s fundamentals and ESG leadership. Investors should watch the Q2 2026 earnings release for guidance on revenue trajectory, margin performance, and the impact of aerospace demand, as well as any updates on ESG initiatives that could translate into cost savings or revenue growth. Key watch points include the company’s discussion of supply‑chain transparency metrics, the integration of diversity targets into workforce productivity, and any regulatory developments in ESG disclosure requirements that could affect investor sentiment and valuation.

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$1.37$1.57$1.77$1.97$2.17Q1'25Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$2.08 - -
Q1'25$1.46$1.69+15.4%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$865M$905M$945M$985M$1.0BQ1'25Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$1.0B - -
Q1'25 - $884M -
Full Earnings BreakdownEstimates, actuals, guidance, and historical context
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Market Data

WWD Stock Snapshot

WWD is currently trading at $405.05, giving Woodward, Inc. a market cap of 24.59B and a P/E ratio of 47.9. Today's range spans $396.10–$408.13, with shares opening at $402.51 and moving up $1.33 (0.3%) from the prior close. DailyIQ's technical score sits at 59/100 (HOLD) with a news sentiment reading of 72/100.

Over the past year WWD has traded between $233.31 and $450.92 - the current price is +73.6% off the 52-week low and -10.2% from the high. 19 analysts cover the stock with a Buy consensus and a mean 12-month target of $450.45 (range $390.00–$511.00), implying upside of +11.2%.

Woodward, Inc. (WWD) is a large-cap in Industrials with 24.59B in market cap, currently sitting on a HOLD signal at 59/100. Price: $405.05 (in the upper portion of its 52-week range). Sentiment: bullish at 72/100. The current P/E ratio stands at 47.9. The 52-week range of $233.31–$450.92 is the structural anchor, and the current neutral phase is the market's way of asking for more information before committing to a direction.

The 52-week range of $233.31–$450.92 for WWD provides the structural reference that options traders, systematic funds, and discretionary managers all anchor to — and at $405.05 (in the upper portion of its 52-week range), the stock sits in a zone where the next 5–10% move will likely define which crowd was right. A HOLD signal at 59/100 and bullish news backdrop (72/100) don't break the tie yet, but they narrow the probability distribution toward the upside.