WWD 📈 Woodward - Overview

Exchange: NASDAQ • Country: United States • Currency: USD • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: US9807451037

WWD: Fuel Pumps, Actuators, Valves, Sensors, Motors, Controls

Woodward Inc is a global provider of control solutions, with a diverse portfolio of products and services catering to the aerospace and industrial markets. The company's operations are divided into two primary segments: Aerospace and Industrial. The Aerospace segment is responsible for designing and manufacturing a wide range of components, including fuel pumps, metering units, and actuators, which are used in turbine engines, nacelles, and flight deck controls. These components are utilized in various aircraft types, such as commercial and private planes, rotorcraft, and military fixed-wing aircraft, as well as in guided weapons and other defense systems.

The Aerospace segment also provides critical services, including aftermarket maintenance, repair, and overhaul, to a broad customer base comprising commercial airlines, repair facilities, military depots, and third-party repair shops. Additionally, the company sells its products to original equipment manufacturers, tier-one suppliers, and contractors, while also offering aftermarket sales of components, such as provisioning spares and replacements. This comprehensive approach enables Woodward Inc to maintain a strong presence in the aerospace industry, supporting the safe and efficient operation of aircraft and related systems.

In the Industrial segment, Woodward Inc focuses on delivering high-quality products, including actuators, valves, pumps, and fuel injection systems, which are used in industrial gas turbines, steam turbines, compressors, and reciprocating engines. The company's industrial products are designed to enhance the performance, reliability, and efficiency of these systems, which are critical to various industries, such as power generation, oil and gas, and process manufacturing. The Industrial segment sells its products and services through a network of independent distributors, as well as directly to end users, providing a flexible and responsive supply chain that meets the diverse needs of its customers.

With a rich history dating back to 1870, Woodward Inc has established itself as a trusted and innovative partner in the aerospace and industrial markets. Headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado, the company has developed a strong reputation for delivering high-performance products and services that meet the exacting standards of its customers. As a publicly traded company listed on the NASDAQ stock exchange, Woodward Inc is committed to creating long-term value for its shareholders, while maintaining its focus on quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction.

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WWD Stock Overview

Market Cap in USD 10,662m
Sector Industrials
Industry Aerospace & Defense
GiC Sub-Industry Industrial Machinery & Supplies & Components
IPO / Inception 1996-05-30

WWD Stock Ratings

Growth 5y 46.0%
Fundamental 63.3%
Dividend 52.3%
Rel. Strength Industry 33.5
Analysts 3.58/5
Fair Price Momentum 162.42 USD
Fair Price DCF 133.65 USD

WWD Dividends

Dividend Yield 12m 0.59%
Yield on Cost 5y 0.86%
Annual Growth 5y 6.25%
Payout Consistency 97.4%

WWD Growth Ratios

Growth Correlation 3m 60.8%
Growth Correlation 12m 63.9%
Growth Correlation 5y 65.4%
CAGR 5y 7.82%
CAGR/Mean DD 5y 0.50
Sharpe Ratio 12m 0.78
Alpha -8.32
Beta 1.37
Volatility 32.93%
Current Volume 912.6k
Average Volume 20d 562.4k
What is the price of WWD stocks?
As of December 22, 2024, the stock is trading at USD 168.70 with a total of 912,600 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by -4.59%, over one month by -1.44%, over three months by +0.37% and over the past year by +23.92%.
Is Woodward a good stock to buy?
Yes, based on ValueRay Fundamental Analyses, Woodward (NASDAQ:WWD) is currently (December 2024) a good stock to buy. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of 63.31 and therefor a positive outlook according to the companies health.
Based on ValueRays Analyses, Dividends and Discounted-Cash-Flow, the Fair Value of WWD as of December 2024 is 162.42. This means that WWD is currently overvalued and has a potential downside of -3.72%.
Is WWD a buy, sell or hold?
Woodward has received a consensus analysts rating of 3.58. Therefor, it is recommend to hold WWD.
  • Strong Buy: 3
  • Buy: 1
  • Hold: 8
  • Sell: 0
  • Strong Sell: 0
What are the forecast for WWD stock price target?
According to ValueRays Forecast Model, WWD Woodward will be worth about 181.8 in December 2025. The stock is currently trading at 168.70. This means that the stock has a potential upside of +7.74%.
Issuer Forecast Upside
Wallstreet Target Price 189.1 12.1%
Analysts Target Price 133.8 -20.7%
ValueRay Target Price 181.8 7.7%