Hexcel Corporation Q2 2026 Earnings Release

Hexcel Corporation reported strong financial results for the second quarter of 2026. Net sales increased by 8.0% to $529.3 million, driven by an 18.3% rise in Commercial Aerospace sales, particularly from the Airbus A350 and Boeing 787 programs. Defense, Space & Other sales saw a decrease of 7.2%, mainly due to the divestment of an industrial business. The company's Q2 2026 GAAP diluted EPS was $0.64, compared to $0.17 in Q2 2025. Adjusted diluted EPS increased to $0.66 from $0.50 in the prior year. Hexcel has raised its full-year 2026 guidance for both sales and adjusted EPS, reflecting increased customer demand and improved visibility. The company also announced a quarterly dividend of $0.18 per share and is focusing on debt reduction.