Hexcel Corporation
HXLIndustrialsNASDAQAerospace & Defense
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Daily timeframeHexcel Corporation develops, manufactures, and markets advanced lightweight composites technology. Valued at $6.64B, HXL is a mid-cap name in its sector. It operates through two segments, Composite Materials and Engineered Products.
Market Cap
$6.64B
Beta
1.10
P/E (TTM)
58.30
P/E (Fwd)
27.72
EPS (TTM)
$1.51
EPS (Fwd)
$3.18
ROE
8.4%
ROA
5.1%
Cash
$54.1M
Total Debt
$998.1M
Free CF
$184.9M
52W Change
57.8%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
On the balance sheet, HXL has $54.1M in cash with $998.1M in obligations. The ability to service this debt comfortably depends on continued operational cash generation. The company generates $184.9M in free cash flow annually, which funds everything from R&D to shareholder returns without needing external financing. Return on equity stands at 8.4%, which is decent for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. An ROA of 5.1% 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.
Hexcel Corporation carries a heavier debt load relative to its cash position, which introduces financial risk that investors should weigh. At over 50x earnings, HXL carries valuation risk — any slowdown in growth expectations could lead to meaningful price adjustments. These risk factors are not exhaustive — macroeconomic shifts, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics can all influence Hexcel Corporation's trajectory.