Hexcel Corporation
HXLIndustrialsNASDAQAerospace & Defense · Last scanned Oct 26, 2026
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Daily timeframeHexcel Corporation develops, manufactures, and markets advanced lightweight composites technology. At a $6.03B market cap, Hexcel Corporation ranks as a mid-cap company within industrials. It operates through two segments, Composite Materials and Engineered Products.
Market Cap
$6.03B
Beta
1.10
P/E (TTM)
44.48
P/E (Fwd)
24.64
EPS (TTM)
$1.79
EPS (Fwd)
$3.23
ROE
11.9%
ROA
6.5%
Cash
$77.8M
Total Debt
$934.9M
Free CF
$204.1M
52W Change
7.9%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where HXL stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the October 20, 2026 close, HXL finished 0.62% below its 150-day moving average ($92.18) and 1.42% above its 200-day moving average ($90.33). 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 October 20, 2026 close, HXL's RSI(14) was 75.2, in overbought territory (above 70). The MACD histogram was positive, so short-term momentum leaned bullish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
The company holds $77.8M in cash, though total debt stands at $934.9M. This level of leverage is common in the industry but worth monitoring as interest rate conditions evolve. Free cash flow comes in at $204.1M, providing flexibility for reinvestment, buybacks, or dividends. Consistent free cash flow generation is often considered a sign of operational health. Return on equity stands at 11.9%, which is decent for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. An ROA of 6.5% 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.
The debt-to-cash ratio suggests meaningful leverage on the balance sheet, a factor worth monitoring if credit conditions tighten. No single metric tells the full story. Reviewing HXL's risk profile alongside its fundamentals and technical indicators provides a more complete picture.