BWA

Based on BorgWarner Inc.'s historical closing prices, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment. Past performance does not guarantee future results. This is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.

What does BorgWarner do?

BorgWarner supplies powertrain and electrification components to automakers and aftermarket customers globally. Its products span turbochargers, battery systems, fuel injection, drivetrain components, and vehicle diagnostics — serving light vehicles, commercial trucks, and off-highway equipment.

Does BWA pay dividends?

Yes, BorgWarner pays a regular dividend. The company has maintained shareholder distributions even while investing heavily in its electrification transition, making it one of the fewer automotive suppliers with an active dividend program.

When does BWA report earnings?

BorgWarner reports on a quarterly cadence, standard for US-listed large-cap companies. For confirmed dates and the most recent results, check BorgWarner's investor relations page directly.

Is BWA a good stock to buy?

UQS Score rates BWA as Below Average overall. The Valuation pillar is Attractive and Risk is Good, but Moat and Growth are both Weak. Whether that profile fits your investment criteria depends on your own risk tolerance and time horizon — the full pillar breakdown is available to Pro members.

Is BWA overvalued?

Based on the UQS Valuation pillar, BWA is rated Attractive, suggesting the current price may already reflect considerable uncertainty about the company's transition. This does not constitute a price target or recommendation — see the full analysis for context.

How does BWA compare to its competitors?

Compared to peers like Aptiv, Allison Transmission, and Modine, BorgWarner stands out for its breadth across combustion, hybrid, and EV platforms. However, its Weak Moat rating suggests it has not yet established a durable competitive edge relative to more focused rivals.

What is BWA's market cap bracket?

BorgWarner is classified as a large-cap company, placing it among the more substantial publicly traded automotive suppliers by market value.

Who founded BorgWarner?

BorgWarner in its current form was established in 1993, though its roots trace back to earlier automotive component businesses. Detailed founding history is widely available through the company's official corporate profile.

Is BWA a long-term quality investment?

As a long-term quality indicator, BWA's UQS profile shows mixed signals. Good Risk and Attractive Valuation are constructive, but Weak Moat and Weak Growth suggest the company needs to demonstrate clearer competitive positioning in electrification before the long-term quality case strengthens.

What is the main competitive advantage of BorgWarner?

BorgWarner's breadth across combustion, hybrid, and electric vehicle technologies gives it exposure to multiple powertrain transitions simultaneously. However, the UQS Moat pillar rates this advantage as Weak, indicating the market does not yet view it as a strongly defensible position.

What sector does BWA belong to?

BorgWarner is classified under the Consumer Cyclical sector, reflecting its dependence on vehicle production volumes and consumer demand cycles — both of which can be sensitive to economic conditions and interest rate environments.

Is BWA a growth stock or value stock?

Based on the UQS pillar profile, BWA leans toward value territory — the Valuation pillar is Attractive while the Growth pillar is Weak. This combination typically characterizes a company where the market has priced in limited near-term expansion, rather than a high-growth premium.

BorgWarner Inc. has average quality metrics, with room for improvement in margins or capital efficiency.

BorgWarner Inc. faces growth headwinds with declining or stagnant revenue trends.

BorgWarner Inc. maintains a reasonable risk profile with manageable debt levels.

BorgWarner Inc. appears attractively valued relative to its earnings, cash flows, and sector peers.

BorgWarner Inc. operates in a highly competitive environment with limited sustainable advantages. The Moat pillar evaluates competitive advantages across five dimensions: Switching Costs, Network Effects, Cost Advantage, Intangible Assets, and Scale & Ecosystem. Sign in to customize moat ratings for BWA.

The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for BorgWarner Inc. is calculated using a proprietary 6-pillar framework with 29 financial metrics. Each pillar evaluates a different dimension on a 0–100 scale, then combines into a single weighted score. Scoring thresholds are calibrated per sector. Momentum is an optional Pro toggle — without it, you get the 5-pillar / 25-metric core shown below.

Quality (25%) measures profitability and capital efficiency — ROIC, ROE, margins, GP/Assets, and FCF Yield.

Moat (25%) assesses BorgWarner Inc.'s competitive advantages across switching costs, network effects, cost advantages, intangible assets, and ecosystem scale.

Growth (20%) tracks revenue trajectory and earnings momentum, combining historical results with analyst forward estimates.

Risk (15%) is inversely scored — lower leverage and strong balance sheet health result in higher scores.

Valuation (15%) measures whether BorgWarner Inc. is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.

Six investor-inspired presets are available, each with different pillar weights: Balanced, Buffett, Munger, Lynch, Cathie Wood, and Graham. The public score shown here uses the Balanced preset. Learn more in our FAQ.