Curtiss-Wright logo

Curtiss-Wright

CWNYSEStock Fundamentals

Curtiss-Wright is a global integrated provider of highly engineered products and services primarily serving the aerospace, defense, and power markets. The company leverages decades of engineering expertise to deliver mission-critical technologies for high-performance platforms where safety and reliability are paramount. Its value proposition is centered on technical sophistication and the ability to provide niche solutions for demanding environments, ranging from naval nuclear propulsion to commercial aerospace electronics.

Market Cap$26.2B
Revenue TTM$3.6B
Net Income TTM$511.1M
P/E Ratio51.34
Net Margin14.17%
EPS TTM$13.65
Free Cash Flow TTM$590.8M
Employees8.6K
CEOLynn Bamford
CountryUnited States of America
Industrials
Aerospace & Defense
SegmentsAerospace & Defense, Nuclear Power, Oil & Gas, Industrial Automation
Business ModelsManufacturing, Engineering Services, Government Contracting, Aftermarket Maintenance and Repair
Most Recent EarningsMay 6, 2026 · 14 days agoQ1 2026
View report
Next EarningsAug 5, 2026 · in 2 monthsAfter Market Close · Q2 2026

Financials

Based on Q1 2026 filing

Gross Margin37.17%
Op. Margin18.41%
ROE19.69%
D/E43.63%
Current Ratio1.52
Total Debt$1.1B
Cash$343.4M
CapEx TTM$85.8M

Gross Profit

View metric

Net Income

View metric

Operating Cash Flow

View metric

Free Cash Flow

View metric

EPS (Diluted)

View metric

Business Segments

Defense Electronics

primary

Focused on the defense market, this segment provides ruggedized computing and communication solutions based on open architecture standards. It supports a wide array of platforms including fighter jets, UAVs, and ground combat equipment.

Products

COTS embedded computing modules, data acquisition equipment, flight test instrumentation, tactical communications solutions, electronic stabilization products, aircraft data recorders

Customers

U.S. Department of Defense, Defense prime contractors, NATO and allied governments, Commercial aerospace companies

Naval & Power

major

This segment delivers critical equipment for nuclear-powered naval vessels and commercial nuclear power plants. It also provides specialized valve technologies for the process industries, including oil and gas.

Products

main coolant pumps, steam turbines, canned motor pumps, aircraft arresting systems, containment doors, airlock hatches, Westinghouse AP1000 reactor components, severe-service valves

Customers

U.S. Navy, Commercial nuclear power plant operators, Nuclear equipment manufacturers, Oil and gas companies, Chemical and petrochemical processors

Aerospace & Industrial

moderate

This segment provides engineered components and services for commercial and military aircraft, as well as specialty vehicle products. It focuses on material modification, machining, and assembly for high-performance applications.

Products

sensors, controls, electro-mechanical actuation components, shot peening, laser peening, engineered coatings, traction inverters, transmission shifters

Customers

Commercial aerospace OEMs, Defense contractors, Industrial vehicle manufacturers, Medical equipment providers

Segment Financials

Defense Electronics — Research and development expenses

View metric

Defense Electronics — Total Assets

View metric

Defense Electronics — Net Sales

View metric

Naval & Power — Net Sales

View metric

Naval & Power — Cost of Sales

View metric

Naval & Power — Operating Income

View metric

Aerospace & Industrial — Net Sales

View metric

Aerospace & Industrial — Research and development expenses

View metric

Aerospace & Industrial — Total Assets

View metric

Business Overview

Competitive Position

A leading provider of niche, safety-critical technologies with deep-rooted historical ties to the aerospace and nuclear industries and a strong presence on over 400 defense platforms.

Geographies

United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Mexico, South Korea

Customer Segments

Government Agencies, Defense Prime Contractors, Commercial OEMs, Energy Utilities

Upstream Dependencies

Raw material suppliers, Electronic component manufacturers, Specialized alloy providers, Machining and tooling vendors

Downstream Customers

U.S. Navy, U.S. Air Force, Commercial airlines, Nuclear utility operators, Petrochemical refineries

Curtiss-Wright logo

Curtiss-Wright FAQ

Common questions about Curtiss-Wright

Curtiss-Wright is a global integrated provider of highly engineered products and services primarily serving the aerospace, defense, and power markets. The company leverages decades of engineering expertise to deliver mission-critical technologies for high-performance platforms where safety and reliability are paramount. Its value proposition is centered on technical sophistication and the ability to provide niche solutions for demanding environments, ranging from naval nuclear propulsion to commercial aerospace electronics.

Curtiss-Wright (CW) has a market capitalization of $26.2B and trades on NYSE.

Curtiss-Wright generated $3.6B in trailing twelve-month revenue with net income of $511.1M, representing a net margin of 14.2%. Gross margin stands at 37.2%, with free cash flow of $590.8M. These figures are based on the Q1 2026 filing.

Curtiss-Wright's key competitors include Honeywell International Inc., Moog Inc., Flowserve Corporation, and others. These companies compete in similar markets and product categories.

Curtiss-Wright has approximately 8,600 employees.