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Textron beats quarterly estimates on higher aircraft pricing

Created at 28 Jul · 12:01 PM1 source↑ Market-relevant
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Textron reported second-quarter results that surpassed analyst expectations for both profit and revenue. The company cited increased aircraft pricing and strong performance in its Bell helicopter division as key drivers for the positive financial outcome.

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Key Numbers

$3.83 billionTextron's total revenue in Q2
$3.8 billionanalysts' average estimate for Q2 revenue
$1.62Textron's adjusted profit per share in Q2
$1.55analysts' estimate for Q2 profit per share
6%Bell segment revenue rise year-over-year
1%aviation segment revenue rise year-over-year
7%Textron Systems segment revenue rise year-over-year
1%industrial segment revenue rise year-over-year
$6.40 to $6.60full-year adjusted profit forecast per share
$6.52analysts' estimate for full-year profit per share

Who's Involved

Textron
Aerospace and defense company that beat Q2 estimates
U.S. Army
Designated Bell V-280 Valor as MV-75 future long-range assault aircraft
LSEG
Data provider for analyst estimates

↳ Why This Matters

Textron's ability to increase pricing and maintain demand for its aircraft and services, even with lower delivery volumes in some segments, indicates resilience in its core markets and suggests potential for continued profitability.

Key facts

  • Textron's total revenue rose 7% to $3.83 billion in the second quarter.
  • The company's quarterly adjusted profit was $1.62 per share.
  • Bell segment revenue increased 6% year-over-year.
  • The aviation segment saw a 1% revenue increase.
  • Textron Systems segment revenue rose 7% year-over-year.
  • The company reiterated its full-year adjusted profit forecast.

Textron surpassed second-quarter profit and revenue expectations, driven by increased aircraft pricing and robust performance in its Bell helicopter division. The company's Bell unit is benefiting from the U.S. Army's designation of the Bell V-280 Valor as the MV-75 future long-range assault aircraft, alongside growth in commercial helicopter sales and services.

The Bell segment reported a 6% year-over-year revenue increase. The larger aviation segment, which produces Cessna business jets and Beechcraft aircraft, saw a 1% revenue rise, supported by steady aftermarket demand and higher pricing that compensated for fewer jet deliveries.

Textron's Textron Systems segment experienced a 7% revenue increase, while the industrial segment posted a 1% rise. Overall, Textron's total revenue climbed 7% to $3.83 billion, exceeding the analyst consensus of $3.8 billion. Adjusted profit came in at $1.62 per share, surpassing the estimated $1.55 per share.

The company reaffirmed its full-year adjusted profit forecast, projecting earnings between $6.40 and $6.60 per share, which aligns with analyst expectations of $6.52 per share.

Frequently asked questions

Higher aircraft pricing and sustained growth in its Bell helicopter business were the primary drivers for Textron's second-quarter performance.

The Bell V-280 Valor program, designated by the U.S. Army as the MV-75, is a key contributor, along with increased revenue from commercial helicopters, parts, and services.

The aviation segment, which includes Cessna and Beechcraft, saw a 1% revenue increase due to steady aftermarket demand and higher aircraft pricing, offsetting lower jet deliveries.

No, Textron reiterated its full-year adjusted profit forecast of $6.40 to $6.60 per share.

What Happens Next

01Textron will continue to monitor demand and pricing across its aviation segments.
02The company will provide further updates on its full-year performance in subsequent quarters.

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How It Developed

Textron reported second-quarter profit and revenue estimates.
The Bell unit benefited from the V-280 Valor program and increased commercial helicopter revenue.
Bell segment revenue rose 6% year-over-year.
The aviation segment revenue increased 1% due to aftermarket services and higher pricing, despite lower jet deliveries.
Textron Systems segment revenue rose 7% year-over-year.
The industrial segment revenue increased 1% year-over-year.
Total revenue increased 7% to $3.83 billion, exceeding the $3.8 billion estimate.
Adjusted profit was $1.62 per share, surpassing the $1.55 estimate.

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Textron tops quarterly results estimates on higher aircraft pricingReuters

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