Hexcel Corporation
HXLIndustrialsNASDAQAerospace & Defense · Last scanned Sep 8, 2026
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Daily timeframeHexcel Corporation develops, manufactures, and markets advanced lightweight composites technology. Valued at $6.96B, HXL is a mid-cap name in its sector. It operates through two segments, Composite Materials and Engineered Products.
Market Cap
$6.96B
Beta
1.04
P/E (TTM)
46.45
P/E (Fwd)
29.52
EPS (TTM)
$1.98
EPS (Fwd)
$3.12
ROE
10.8%
ROA
6.0%
Cash
$62.5M
Total Debt
$959.4M
Free CF
$253.0M
52W Change
46.3%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where HXL stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the September 3, 2026 close, HXL finished 0.28% below its 150-day moving average ($92.01) and 4.15% above its 200-day moving average ($88.09). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is HXL overbought or oversold?
At the September 3, 2026 close, HXL's RSI(14) was 21.7, in oversold territory (below 30). The MACD histogram was negative, so short-term momentum leaned bearish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
Hexcel Corporation carries $959.4M in total debt against $62.5M in cash reserves — debt is roughly 15.4x the cash position. Managing this leverage effectively will be important for long-term financial stability. Annual free cash flow of $253.0M supports ongoing capital allocation decisions and provides a cushion against unexpected expenses or downturns. ROE of 10.8% points to decent capital efficiency, indicating how much profit the company produces per dollar of shareholder equity. An ROA of 6.0% suggests reasonable efficiency in deploying the company's asset base. Revenue has grown from $1.58B (2022) to $1.89B (2025), reflecting a 20% increase over the period.
Debt significantly exceeds cash reserves, which means the company's financial flexibility could be constrained during economic downturns. Understanding these risk dimensions helps frame what to watch going forward as conditions evolve for Hexcel Corporation and its sector.