Curtiss-Wright Soars 6.84% on Strong Q1 Earnings

Curtiss-Wright's stock price surged to its highest level since November 2024, with an intraday gain of 6.84%.

The strategy of buying Curtiss-Wright (CW) shares after they reach a recent high and holding for 1 week yielded moderate returns over the past 5 years, with a 7.46% annualized gain. This result suggests the strategy captured some short-term volatility and growth but did not fully exploit longer-term trends.

Curtiss-Wright's stock performance in early 2025 has been driven by several positive financial results and strategic decisions. The company reported strong first-quarter earnings, with sales reaching $806 million, up 13% from the previous year, and an operating income of $129 million, up 29%. The earnings per share (EPS) for Q1 2025 were $2.82, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.39, which represents a 17.99% positive surprise. Additionally, Curtiss-Wright experienced significant growth across key segments: Aerospace & Industrial, Naval & Power, and Defense Electronics. The company’s strong execution and increased demand in Aerospace & Defense (A&D) markets contributed to a 37% year-over-year growth in its order book by Q4 2024. Furthermore, Curtiss-Wright raised its full-year guidance, targeting a 14%-17% EPS growth, reflecting optimism in its business outlook. The election of the board of directors and the ratification of Deloitte & Touche LLP as auditors on May 8, 2025, also indicate strategic governance decisions, although these may have a less direct impact on stock price compared to financial performance.