Howmet Aerospace Plummets 6.44% as Record $1.52 Billion Volume Surges to 81st in U.S. Trading Activity

On July 31, 2025, Howmet Aerospace (HWM) closed with a 6.44% decline, trading at a daily volume of $1.52 billion, a 165.73% increase from the prior day. The stock ranked 81st in trading activity among U.S. equities, reflecting heightened investor attention amid mixed earnings signals.

The selloff followed the company’s Q2 results, which highlighted a record $2.05 billion in revenue and a 36% rise in adjusted earnings per share. However, the Forged Wheels segment, critical to commercial transportation, reported a 1% revenue decline, linked to a broader 4% drop in the sector. Despite a raised full-year outlook, investors prioritized short-term vulnerabilities over strong headline metrics. The stock’s 75.7% year-to-date surge likely triggered profit-taking, amplifying the drop amid a rare 5%+ move.

Analyst sentiment remains cautiously optimistic, with 13 “buy” ratings and a $150.44 average price target. Institutional ownership increased in Q1 and Q4, though insider sales reduced holdings by 1.12% in recent months. The stock’s beta of 1.43 underscores its sensitivity to market swings, while a 13.03% payout ratio and 0.25% yield suggest disciplined capital allocation.

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