More Aerospace Stocks With Upside: Hexcel Corporation (HXL), Triumph Group Inc (TGI)

TGI stock’s upward trajectory might well persist. Demand from Boeing ought to be healthy as carriers upgrade fleets for fuel efficiency and competitive purposes. Management is gearing up for the long haul, and the shares could reward investors over three to five years.

Hexcel Corporation (NYSE:HXL).

Keeping in mind the commercial aerospace upturn, this company appears poised for profit gains. Roughly 60% of sales are to commercial aircraft makers, namely Boeing and Airbus. Sales are growing nicely thanks to new aircraft programs and increased volume rates. Plus, gross margin improvements in its core Composite Materials business have helped lift the bottom line.

As HXL sets out on 2013, infant production programs should continue to bolster earnings. Additionally, contrary to some other companies, HXL boasts a thriving defense business at this time, citing rotorcraft sales to India and China.

HXL shares are, therefore, a good near- or long-term selection.

Summary

There are several ways to gain exposure to the aerospace/defense sector, be it equipment makers or component manufacturers. Navigate each of those mentioned here on an individual basis. They each have advantages over industry peers that may delight investors.

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