Equity

Shares Reserved for Future Issuance Under Stock Plans

Howmet Aerospace Shares Reserved for Future Issuance Under Stock Plans increased by 95.8% to 47M in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter. Year-over-year, this metric grew by 95.8%, from 24M to 47M. Over 5 years (FY 2020 to FY 2025), Shares Reserved for Future Issuance Under Stock Plans shows an upward trend with a 7.3% CAGR. This increase may warrant attention — for this metric, lower values are generally preferred.

Analysis

StatementBalance Sheet Statement
SectionEquity
CategoryCapital Allocation
SignalLower is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ4 2017
Last reportedQ4 2025Feb 12, 2026

How to read this metric

A high number indicates significant potential for future dilution, which may negatively impact earnings per share.

Detailed definition

This represents the number of common shares set aside to satisfy future obligations under employee stock option plans, r...

Peer comparison

Common in companies that rely heavily on equity-based compensation to attract and retain talent.

Metric ID: shares_reserved_for_stock_plans

Historical Data

5 periods
 Q4 '21Q4 '22Q4 '23Q4 '24Q4 '25
Value31M29M26M24M47M
QoQ Change-6.5%-10.3%-7.7%+95.8%
YoY Change-6.5%-10.3%-7.7%+95.8%
Range24M47M
CAGR+51.6%
Avg YoY Growth+17.8%
Median YoY Growth-7.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Howmet Aerospace's shares reserved for future issuance under stock plans?
Howmet Aerospace (HWM) reported shares reserved for future issuance under stock plans of 47M in Q4 2025.
How has Howmet Aerospace's shares reserved for future issuance under stock plans changed year-over-year?
Howmet Aerospace's shares reserved for future issuance under stock plans increased by 95.8% year-over-year, from 24M to 47M.
What is the long-term trend for Howmet Aerospace's shares reserved for future issuance under stock plans?
Over 5 years (2020 to 2025), Howmet Aerospace's shares reserved for future issuance under stock plans has grown at a 7.3% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from 33M to 47M.
What does shares reserved for future issuance under stock plans mean?
The number of shares set aside for future employee stock awards.