Latest profit margin for Howmet Aerospace: 20.52% — see history and peer comparisons.
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Howmet Aerospace (HWM) currently reports a profit margin of 20.52% as of June 2026. That compares with 18.09% in the prior-year period — up 13.4% year over year. That is above the Materials sector average of 16.52%. Use the charts on this page to explore Howmet Aerospace's profit margin history and peer comparisons.
Howmet Aerospace's profit margin increased from 18.09% to 20.52% — a 13.4% year-over-year increase (period ending June 2026). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.
Howmet Aerospace's profit margin of 20.52% is higher than the Materials sector average of 16.52%. That is roughly 24.2% above the sector mean. A reading higher peers can reflect different growth expectations, capital structure, or profitability — so it is worth checking the peer comparison chart before drawing conclusions.
There is no universal 'good' profit margin, but Howmet Aerospace's current 20.52% should be judged against Materials norms (sector average: 16.52%) and against HWM's own history. Strong, stable readings often indicate durable competitive advantage; volatile or declining ones deserve a closer look at margins and capital efficiency.
Start with the current profit margin of 20.52%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Materials average is 16.52%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Howmet Aerospace, and consider following HWM for alerts when major investors trade the stock.