Woodward, Inc.

• WWD Stock Price 24h change: +3.15%. From 376.83 USD to 388.70 USD.
• Yesterday's surge was driven by continued bullish sentiment following Woodward's exceptional Q1 2026 earnings report and upwardly revised full-year guidance, which significantly outperformed analyst expectations.
• Technical indicators show a strong bullish momentum with WWD trading near its new 52-week high of $391.88. The stock is positioned well above its 50-day ($310.89) and 200-day ($273.14) moving averages; while RSI suggests an "overbought" condition, the strong fundamental support and low debt-to-equity ratio (0.18) provide a robust technical foundation.
• Woodward Inc. reported a 29% revenue surge to $996M for Q1 2026 and raised its full-year EPS guidance to a range of $8.20–$8.60, citing record aerospace and industrial demand.
• A Woodward director reported exercising options and selling 2,250 shares at $369.62 on February 4, 2026, a move seen as routine profit-taking following the stock's recent price peak.
• Seeking Alpha analysts updated price targets for WWD to $419.09 for 2028, highlighting the company's transition toward a net cash position and potential for increased share repurchases.
• The U.S. Air Force issued a new report stating a requirement for 200 B-21 bombers and 300 F-47 fighters to maintain air superiority, signaling sustained long-term demand for defense aerospace components.
• Patria officially began the local assembly of Pratt & Whitney F135 engines in Finland as part of the F-35 fighter program, underscoring the ongoing expansion of global aerospace defense manufacturing.

• WWD Stock Price 24h change: +0.58%. From 371.17 USD to 373.31 USD.
The price surge was primarily driven by a massive Q1 2026 earnings beat (EPS of $2.17 vs. $1.65 estimate) and an aggressive upward revision of full-year sales and earnings guidance.
• From a technical perspective, the stock is in a "Strong Buy" phase with significant bullish momentum following its earnings breakout. Key indicators show a 14-day RSI of 69.07, approaching overbought territory, while the stock remains well above its 50-day ($337.70) and 200-day ($325.81) moving averages, confirming a solid long-term uptrend.
• Woodward reported Q1 2026 revenue of $996.5 million, up 29% year-over-year, significantly exceeding analyst expectations due to strength in aerospace services and industrial power generation.
• Analysts at multiple firms, including Deutsche Bank, raised their price targets for WWD following the earnings report, with high estimates reaching $424.20 per share.
• Woodward announced plans to wind down its volatile China on-highway business by the end of fiscal 2026 to focus on higher-margin core aerospace and industrial segments.
• The global aerospace sector remains robust as major carriers continue to report high demand for MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) services despite persistent supply chain constraints for new aircraft deliveries.
• New industrial and defense specialized complexes are being planned globally to strengthen domestic supply chains for critical minerals and aerospace components, aiming to reduce reliance on foreign-sourced technology.