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We are an independent designer, manufacturer, and services provider of control solutions for the aerospace and industrial markets. Our innovative fluid energy, combustion control, electrical energy, and motion control systems help customers offer cleaner, more reliable, and more efficient equipment. Our customers include leading original equipment manufacturers and end users of their products. We have production and assembly facilities primarily in the United States, Europe, and Asia, and promote our products and services through our worldwide locations. Our strategic focus is providing energy control and optimization solutions for the aerospace and industrial markets. The precise and efficient control of energy, including motion, fluid, combustion, and electrical energy, is a growing requirement in the markets we serve. Our customers look to us to optimize the efficiency, emissions, and operation of power equipment in both commercial and defense operations.
| Metric | TTM | FY2025 | FY2024 | FY2023 | FY2022 | FY2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 3.8B | 3.6B | 3.3B | 2.9B | 2.4B | 2.2B |
| Net Income | 489M | 442M | 373M | 232M | 172M | 209M |
| EPS | $6.70 | $7.19 | $6.01 | $3.78 | $2.71 | $3.18 |
| Free Cash Flow | 410M | 340M | 343M | 232M | 141M | 427M |
| ROIC | 0.0% | 17.1% | 15.2% | 10.3% | 7.9% | 9.0% |
| Gross Margin | - | 26.8% | 26.4% | 23.2% | 22.0% | 24.5% |
| Debt/Equity | 0.34 | 0.27 | 0.40 | 0.38 | 0.41 | 0.33 |
| Dividends/Share | $0.92 | $1.09 | $0.97 | $0.85 | $0.73 | $0.57 |
| Operating Income | 0 | 567M | 502M | 324M | 234M | 280M |
| Operating Margin | 0.0% | 15.9% | 15.1% | 11.1% | 9.8% | 12.5% |
| ROE | 18.9% | 18.6% | 17.6% | 11.7% | 8.3% | 9.9% |
| Shares Outstanding | 73M | 61M | 62M | 61M | 63M | 66M |
Woodward, Inc. passes 4 of 9 quality checks, suggesting mixed fundamentals.
Woodward, Inc. trades at 50.3x trailing earnings, compared to its 15-year median P/E of 27.8x, suggesting it is currently Expensive relative to its historical range. On a free-cash-flow basis, the stock trades at 58.1x vs a median of 25.8x. The company's 5-year average ROIC is 11.9% with a gross margin of 24.6%. Total shareholder yield (dividends + buybacks) is 1.1%. At current prices, the estimated annualized return to fair value is +4.0%.
Woodward, Inc. (WWD) has a current P/E ratio of 50.3, compared to its historical median P/E of 27.8. The stock is currently considered Expensive based on its historical valuation range.
Woodward, Inc. (WWD) has a 5-year average return on invested capital (ROIC) of 11.9%. This indicates solid capital allocation.
Woodward, Inc. (WWD) has a market capitalization of $29.1B. It is classified as a large-cap stock.
Yes, Woodward, Inc. (WWD) pays a dividend with a trailing twelve-month yield of 0.23%. The company also returns capital through share buybacks, with a buyback yield of 0.92%.
Based on historical P/E analysis, Woodward, Inc. (WWD) appears expensive. The current P/E of 50.3 is 81% above its historical median of 27.8. The estimated fair value CAGR (P/E method) is 9.4%.
Woodward, Inc. (WWD) operates in the Electrical Industrial Apparatus industry, within the Industrials sector.
Woodward, Inc. (WWD) reported annual revenue of $3.6 billion in its most recent fiscal year, based on SEC EDGAR filings.
Woodward, Inc. (WWD) has a net profit margin of 12.4%. This is a healthy margin.
Woodward, Inc. (WWD) generated $340 million in free cash flow in its most recent fiscal year. Positive free cash flow supports dividends, buybacks, and debt reduction.
Woodward, Inc. (WWD) has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.27. This indicates a conservatively financed balance sheet.
Woodward, Inc. (WWD) reported earnings per share (EPS) of $7.19 in its most recent fiscal year.
Woodward, Inc. (WWD) has a return on equity (ROE) of 18.6%. This indicates the company generates strong returns for shareholders.
Woodward, Inc. (WWD) has a 5-year average gross margin of 24.6%. This lower margin is typical of capital-intensive or commodity businesses.
The Ledger Terminal provides 18 years of financial data for Woodward, Inc. (WWD), sourced directly from SEC EDGAR filings. This includes income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and key financial ratios.
Woodward, Inc. (WWD) has a book value per share of $41.74, based on its most recent annual SEC filing.