HXL
IndustrialsHexcel Corporation · Aerospace & Defense · $7B
What is Hexcel Corporation?
Hexcel Corporation is a mid-cap industrials company specializing in advanced structural materials for aerospace, defense, and industrial applications. Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut.
Hexcel generates revenue through two segments: Composite Materials and Engineered Products. The Composite Materials segment produces carbon fibers, prepregs, honeycomb, and adhesives used across aerospace and industrial markets. The Engineered Products segment delivers finished aircraft structures and sub-components directly to aerospace manufacturers worldwide.
Hexcel has operated in advanced materials manufacturing since 1946, with its current corporate structure based in Stamford, Connecticut.
- Carbon fibers and woven reinforcement fabrics
- Prepregs and fiber-reinforced matrix materials
- Honeycomb and structural adhesives
- Finished aircraft structures and rotorcraft components
Is HXL a Good Stock to Buy?
UQS Score rates HXL as Below Average overall.
Growth and Risk both register at a Neutral level, suggesting the business is not in acute distress and retains some forward momentum tied to aerospace demand cycles. Valuation also sits at Neutral, meaning the stock is neither clearly cheap nor obviously expensive relative to fundamentals.
Both the Quality and Moat pillars score Weak, indicating limited competitive differentiation and below-average returns on capital relative to sector peers.
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Past performance does not guarantee future results. UQS Score is based on fundamental data and is not a buy/sell recommendation.
Does HXL pay dividends?
Yes — Hexcel Corporation pays a dividend.
Hexcel pays a regular dividend, which is relatively uncommon among mid-cap industrials with Weak Quality scores. Income-focused investors should weigh the dividend against the company's underlying quality profile before relying on it as a primary return driver.
When does HXL report earnings?
Hexcel Corporation reports earnings on a quarterly cadence, typical for US-listed equities.
Hexcel's results reflect the cyclical nature of commercial aerospace demand, with performance tied closely to aircraft production rates at major OEM customers. Revenue trends have been uneven as the aerospace supply chain works through post-pandemic normalization.
For the most recent quarter's results, visit Hexcel's investor relations page directly.
HXL Price History
+52.1% over 5Y
Monthly close, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment.
What if I invested in Hexcel Corporation?
Based on Hexcel Corporation'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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Hexcel Corporation do?
Hexcel develops and manufactures advanced composite materials — including carbon fibers, prepregs, and honeycomb — used in commercial aircraft, military platforms, wind turbine blades, and other industrial applications. It also produces finished aircraft structures through its Engineered Products segment.
Does HXL pay dividends?
Yes, Hexcel pays a regular dividend. Investors should review the current yield and payout sustainability in the context of the company's Weak Quality pillar rating before treating the dividend as a reliable income source.
When does HXL report earnings?
Hexcel reports on a standard quarterly schedule. For confirmed dates, check the company's investor relations page, as our data source does not provide specific upcoming earnings dates.
Is HXL a good stock to buy?
HXL carries a Below Average UQS Score, driven by Weak Quality and Moat ratings. Growth and Risk are Neutral, and Valuation is also Neutral. Whether it fits your portfolio depends on your risk tolerance and investment thesis — the full pillar breakdown is available to Pro members.
Is HXL overvalued?
HXL's Valuation pillar is rated Neutral, suggesting the stock is not obviously cheap or expensive relative to its fundamentals. Given the Weak Quality and Moat ratings, investors should weigh whether the current price adequately compensates for those risks.
What is HXL's market cap bracket?
Hexcel is classified as a mid-cap company, placing it between the scale advantages of large-caps and the growth optionality sometimes associated with small-caps.
Who founded Hexcel Corporation?
Hexcel was founded in 1946. Detailed founding history, including original founders, is publicly available through the company's official corporate history and investor relations materials.
Is HXL a long-term quality investment?
As a long-term quality indicator, HXL's Below Average UQS Score — anchored by Weak Quality and Moat pillars — suggests the business currently lacks the durable competitive advantages typically associated with high-conviction long-term holdings. Monitoring improvements in these pillars over time would be key.
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HXL — Score History
| Date | UQS | Quality | Moat | Growth | Risk | Value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 22, 2026 | 47.6 | 42.2 | 37.0 | 58.3 | 50.3 | 57.1 | +1.7 |
| May 7, 2026 | 45.9 | 37.3 | 37.0 | 58.3 | 48.3 | 56.1 | -0.1 |
| May 3, 2026 | 46.0 | 37.3 | 37.0 | 58.3 | 48.3 | 57.0 | -0.2 |
| May 1, 2026 | 46.2 | 37.3 | 37.0 | 58.3 | 48.3 | 57.7 | +0.1 |
| Apr 26, 2026 | 46.1 | 37.3 | 37.0 | 58.3 | 48.3 | 57.7 | -0.1 |
| Apr 23, 2026 | 46.2 | 37.3 | 37.0 | 58.3 | 48.3 | 57.8 | 0.0 |
| Apr 19, 2026 | 46.2 | 37.3 | 37.0 | 58.3 | 48.3 | 58.1 | -0.1 |
| Apr 18, 2026 | 46.3 | 37.3 | 37.0 | 58.3 | 48.3 | 58.8 | -1.7 |
| Apr 16, 2026 | 48.0 | 37.7 | 37.0 | 58.3 | 48.3 | 69.5 | 0.0 |
| Apr 14, 2026 | 48.0 | 37.6 | 37.0 | 58.3 | 48.3 | 69.5 | 0.0 |
HXL — Pillar Breakdown
Quality
— 42.2/100 (25%)Hexcel Corporation has average quality metrics, with room for improvement in margins or capital efficiency.
How effectively capital is deployed to generate returns.
Profitability relative to shareholders' equity.
Ability to convert revenue into operating profit.
Bottom-line profit as a share of revenue.
Asset productivity — how much gross profit each dollar of assets generates.
Free cash flow relative to market value.
Growth
— 58.3/100 (20%)Hexcel Corporation demonstrates healthy growth trends across revenue and earnings.
Revenue trajectory over the last twelve months.
Compound annual revenue growth rate over 3 years.
Year-over-year earnings per share growth.
Analyst consensus for future revenue growth.
Analyst consensus for future earnings growth.
Risk
— 50.3/100 (15%)Hexcel Corporation has some risk factors including moderate leverage or solvency concerns.
Debt levels relative to earnings capacity.
Total debt relative to shareholder equity.
Short-term liquidity — ability to pay near-term obligations.
Earnings capacity relative to interest payments.
Valuation
— 57.1/100 (15%)Hexcel Corporation trades at a reasonable valuation with decent earnings yield and FCF multiples.
Inverse of forward P/E — higher yield means cheaper stock.
How many years of FCF the market cap represents.
P/E relative to earnings growth — lower is more attractive.
Enterprise value multiple relative to sector median.
Moat
— 37/100 (25%)Hexcel Corporation possesses some competitive advantages but faces meaningful competition. 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 HXL.
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How is the HXL UQS Score Calculated?
The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for Hexcel Corporation 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 Hexcel Corporation'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 Hexcel Corporation is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.
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