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HWM EV/EBITDA Analysis

45.0x

Updated 729h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

EV/EBITDA is a valuation ratio that compares a company's enterprise value to its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization—essentially what investors pay per dollar of operating earnings.

Sector Performance

93th percentile

HWM

45.0x

Sector Median

13.6x

Sector Avg

-30.9x

Prior Period

43.5x(Jul 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

The current 45.0x means investors pay $45 for each $1 of that earnings measure. This is well above the sector median of 13.9x, placing HWM in the 93rd percentile among peers. The metric has been stable over the last 8 quarters, with the most recent quarter showing a +3.5% increase from 43.5x to 45.0x, while year-over-year change is not available. A high and stable multiple suggests the market already prices in strong performance, leaving limited upside potential and increasing downside risk if earnings miss expectations. This supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the elevated level argues against buying, while the flat trend provides no clear momentum to justify a more favorable stance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the EV/EBITDA tell investors about HWM?

A valuation multiple preferred by analysts for capital-intensive or leveraged businesses. Useful for cross-sector comparisons where earnings can be distorted by debt.

How is the EV/EBITDA calculated?

EV/EBITDA is calculated as: Enterprise Value / EBITDA.

Who are HWM's closest peers by EV/EBITDA?

The closest peers by EV/EBITDA include: SMTC (76.6x), SHOP (80.2x), OKTA (83.5x), TEAM (101.4x), STEM (102.7x).

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The Formula

Enterprise Value / EBITDA

Why It Matters

A valuation multiple preferred by analysts for capital-intensive or leveraged businesses. Useful for cross-sector comparisons where earnings can be distorted by debt.