Curtiss-Wright

CW · NYSE

$495.25−$1.86 (−0.37%)TodayMarket closed · Oct 20, 7:37 PM ET

Prev close $497.11

CW analyst rating

HoldConsensus of 5 analysts over the last 12 months. 40% rate it a buy.

Strong buy0
Buy2
Hold3
Underperform0
Sell0

12-month price target · 12 analysts

Average $795.24 (+60.6% upside)

Low: $671.65
Now: $495.25
High: $913.50

Upgrades and downgrades

The latest rating actions, newest first

CW analyst upgrades, downgrades and rating actions
Firm	Date	Action	Rating	Price target	Hit rate
Morgan Stanley	Oct 19, 2026	Maintains	Overweight	$860.00 → $625.00	61%
Stifel	Oct 19, 2026	Maintains	Hold	$700.00 → $518.00	61%
Citigroup	Oct 7, 2026	Maintains	Neutral	$793.00 → $622.00	27%
Guggenheim	Sep 15, 2026	Initiates	Buy	$786.00	71%
Piper Sandler	Sep 2, 2026	Initiates	Neutral	$665.00	41%
Stifel	Jul 20, 2026	Maintains	Hold	$724.00 → $768.00	61%
Citigroup	Jul 1, 2026	Maintains	Neutral	$775.00 → $793.00	27%
Citigroup	May 18, 2026	Maintains	Neutral	$728.00 → $775.00	27%
Stifel	Apr 14, 2026	Maintains	Hold	$650.00 → $723.00	61%
Citigroup	Apr 2, 2026	Maintains	Neutral	$718.00 → $728.00	27%

The case for and against

Updated Apr 28, 2026

Bull case

Curtiss-Wright is a diversified company with a strong return profile, driven by internal improvements leading to significant margin expansion. With continued potential for operational improvements and a history of outperforming the S&P 500 in the past, we believe that the company is well-positioned for growth in the commercial and defense markets it serves. Additionally, Curtiss-Wright's strong cash flow generation and commitment to growth through new product development and potential M&A opportunities further support our positive outlook.

Bear case

Curtiss-Wright is expected to face pressure from the current stock valuation, as the stock is currently trading at 45.3x 2026 estimated earnings. Despite strong performance in 4Q25 and a promising 2026 outlook, there is a potential risk of a government shutdown affecting certain end-markets, with a recovery time of 30 to 45 days. The company's guidance for 2026 has been revised upwards, with revenues expected to increase by 10-11% and operating income to range between $634-$647M, but the adjusted EPS midpoint is still below the current expectation of the Street.

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