Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) Stock Overview
Designs, builds, overhauls, and repairs military ships in the United States. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 6/6 |
| Future Growth | 1/6 |
| Past Performance | 2/6 |
| Financial Health | 4/6 |
| Dividends | 5/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | US$291.50 |
| 52 Week High | US$460.00 |
| 52 Week Low | US$246.34 |
| Beta | 0.25 |
| 1 Month Change | -0.53% |
| 3 Month Change | -27.54% |
| 1 Year Change | 14.98% |
| 3 Year Change | 27.92% |
| 5 Year Change | 42.41% |
| Change since IPO | 677.54% |
Recent News & Updates
Narrative Update • Jun 27
HII: Future Navy Contracts And Autonomy Programs Will Support Upside Potential
The analyst price target for Huntington Ingalls Industries has been trimmed as updated models reflect a fair value move from about $407 to $388. Analysts cite softer sector sentiment, Q2 ship margin guidance, and a higher discount rate, while some still highlight potential contract catalysts and longer term aerospace and defense interest.Seeking Alpha • Jun 22
Huntington Ingalls: Definitely Not A Sinking Ship
Summary Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. reported Q1 2026 double-beat earnings, with revenue of $3.1B and EPS of $3.79, both above consensus. Newport News segment revenue rose 19% to $1.665B, driven by higher volumes in naval nuclear support, aircraft carriers, and submarines. Despite strong financial results, HII's stock has declined over 35% since my last coverage, underperforming the broader market. HII stock is trading for a favorable valuation and could be undervalued by as much as 40%. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaRecent updates
Narrative Update • Jun 27
HII: Future Navy Contracts And Autonomy Programs Will Support Upside Potential
The analyst price target for Huntington Ingalls Industries has been trimmed as updated models reflect a fair value move from about $407 to $388. Analysts cite softer sector sentiment, Q2 ship margin guidance, and a higher discount rate, while some still highlight potential contract catalysts and longer term aerospace and defense interest.Seeking Alpha • Jun 22
Huntington Ingalls: Definitely Not A Sinking Ship
Summary Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. reported Q1 2026 double-beat earnings, with revenue of $3.1B and EPS of $3.79, both above consensus. Newport News segment revenue rose 19% to $1.665B, driven by higher volumes in naval nuclear support, aircraft carriers, and submarines. Despite strong financial results, HII's stock has declined over 35% since my last coverage, underperforming the broader market. HII stock is trading for a favorable valuation and could be undervalued by as much as 40%. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • Jun 13
HII: Future Returns Will Depend On Contract Wins And Autonomy Execution Risks
Analysts have trimmed Huntington Ingalls Industries' average price target to a range around $405 to $420, reflecting updated sector models, softer near term ship margin guidance and broader defense sentiment, while still pointing to potential contract catalysts and a moderate adjustment to fair value to about $313.09. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates around Huntington Ingalls Industries highlight a more cautious tone, with several bearish analysts trimming price targets while still recognizing contract upside and sector specific factors that could influence the stock.
Narrative Update • May 30
HII: Future Naval Contracts And Backlog Are Expected To Drive Repricing
Analysts trimmed the fair value estimate for Huntington Ingalls Industries to $435 from $465, reflecting higher discount rate assumptions, modestly adjusted revenue growth and profit margin expectations, and updated sector views after recent price target changes from firms covering aerospace and defense stocks. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Huntington Ingalls Industries shows a mix of caution on defense sentiment and softer near term shipyard margin guidance, alongside optimism around contract milestones and long term execution.Narrative Update • May 15
HII: Future Multiple Upside Will Likely Hinge On Contract Execution Risks
Narrative Update The analyst price target for Huntington Ingalls Industries has been trimmed by $17.18, reflecting a slightly higher discount rate, more cautious assumptions on revenue growth and profit margins, and recent Street research that includes lower targets from several firms alongside ongoing contract expectations and a Positive Catalyst Watch. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Huntington Ingalls Industries has leaned more cautious, with several Bearish analysts trimming price targets and flagging execution risks tied to margins and contract timing.Narrative Update • Apr 28
HII: Wage Deal And Defense Demand Will Support Future Upside Potential
Narrative Update Overview The updated analyst price target for Huntington Ingalls Industries edges higher by about $2 to roughly $407, as analysts factor in refreshed models around revenue growth, margins, discount rates, and future P/E, following mixed target changes, rating shifts, and the recent union wage agreement. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Huntington Ingalls Industries reflects a mix of optimism and caution, with price targets adjusted in both directions and one major bank removing the stock from a high-conviction list.Narrative Update • Apr 14
HII: Future Multiple Expansion Will Likely Strain As Labor Costs Pressure Margins
Analysts have raised the fair value estimate for Huntington Ingalls Industries from about $309.83 to roughly $329.09. The change reflects updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E following recent price target revisions across major firms and the resolution of union negotiations.Narrative Update • Mar 31
HII: Wage Agreements And Policy Shifts Will Shape Balanced Defense Outlook
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for Huntington Ingalls Industries by about $2 to $404.90. This change reflects refined models following recent price target increases and updated views on labor productivity and sector conditions.Narrative Update • Mar 17
HII: Wage Agreements And Policy Shifts Will Shape Shipbuilding Upswing
The analyst price target for Huntington Ingalls Industries is now $403.00, up from $380.60, as analysts factor in updated union wage agreements, revised productivity assumptions, and a range of recent target revisions across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on Huntington Ingalls Industries point to a mix of supportive and cautious views as analysts refresh their assumptions around labor costs, execution, and sector-wide defense spending priorities.Narrative Update • Mar 02
HII: Fair Outlook Balances Sector Momentum With Execution And Policy Uncertainty
Our analyst fair value estimate for Huntington Ingalls Industries has been increased by $15 to $465, as analysts factor in updated Street targets, recent rating changes, and a slightly higher long term margin outlook, despite a more tempered revenue growth and P/E framework. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Huntington Ingalls Industries has been active, with several price target revisions and rating moves feeding into our updated fair value estimate.Narrative Update • Feb 16
HII: Future Multiple Expansion Will Likely Strain Against Policy And Budget Uncertainty
The analyst price target for Huntington Ingalls Industries has been revised higher to align with updated fair value estimates of about $310, with analysts pointing to refreshed sector views from recent BofA, Citi and Goldman Sachs research as key drivers for the change. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Huntington Ingalls Industries has been active, with several firms revisiting their models and fair value work.Narrative Update • Feb 02
HII: Fair Outlook Links Higher Sector Momentum With Execution And Policy Risks
Analysts have raised their price target on Huntington Ingalls Industries from US$384 to US$450, citing updated expectations for revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E multiples in recent aerospace and defense sector research. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts are signaling stronger confidence in Huntington Ingalls Industries by lifting their price targets into the US$400 to US$450 range, reflecting updated views on revenue potential, profitability and what they are willing to pay on a P/E basis.Narrative Update • Jan 19
HII: Shipbuilding Upswing Will Face Policy Volatility And Execution Risks
Analysts have lifted their price targets on Huntington Ingalls Industries, with our updated fair value estimate moving from US$331.89 to US$380.60. This change reflects refreshed assumptions on discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E in line with recent Street research.Analysis Article • Jan 14
Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. (NYSE:HII) Looks Just Right With A 26% Price Jump
Despite an already strong run, Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. ( NYSE:HII ) shares have been powering on, with a...Narrative Update • Jan 05
HII: Fair Outlook Balances Shipbuilding Demand With Execution And Sentiment Risks
Narrative Update Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for Huntington Ingalls Industries from US$324.00 to US$384.00, reflecting higher price targets in recent research and an updated view that shipbuilding demand, a gradual operational turnaround, and improving investor sentiment support a richer future P/E assumption. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Huntington Ingalls Industries highlights a clear shift toward higher fair value assumptions, with several bullish analysts lifting their price targets in quick succession.Narrative Update • Dec 19
HII: Future Multiple Expansion Will Likely Outrun Underlying Shipbuilding Execution
Analysts have lifted their price target for Huntington Ingalls Industries from $234.00 to approximately $284.46, citing higher expected valuation multiples and resilient long term shipbuilding demand, despite only modest tweaks to growth and profitability assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research reflects a growing divide in views on Huntington Ingalls Industries, with some large banks raising price targets while others remain cautious on the pace and durability of upside.Narrative Update • Dec 05
HII: Shipbuilding Upswing And Operational Turnaround Will Shape Balanced Forward Outlook
Analysts have modestly lifted their price target on Huntington Ingalls Industries to around $340 per share from the low $300s, citing improving shipbuilding demand, a gradual operational turnaround, and still-muted investor sentiment that could provide further upside. Analyst Commentary Recent price target increases, including a move up to the mid 340 dollar range from JPMorgan and others, underscore a growing recognition that Huntington Ingalls Industries is better positioned for an upswing in naval shipbuilding demand and improving execution.Narrative Update • Nov 21
HII: Demand For Shipbuilding And Production Increases Will Shape Outlook
Huntington Ingalls Industries’ analyst price target has been increased from approximately $317 to $332, as analysts cite improved revenue growth expectations and continued shipbuilding demand, despite some pressure on profit margins. Analyst Commentary Recent adjustments to Huntington Ingalls Industries’ price targets reflect a mix of optimism and caution among equity analysts.Narrative Update • Nov 06
HII: Future Defense Demand And Pentagonal Urgency Will Shape Outlook
Huntington Ingalls Industries' analyst fair value price target has increased by over $20 to approximately $317. Analysts point to higher Street price targets, reflecting gradual operational improvements and favorable shipbuilding demand.Analysis Article • Oct 30
Huntington Ingalls Industries (NYSE:HII) Has Announced That It Will Be Increasing Its Dividend To $1.38
Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. ( NYSE:HII ) has announced that it will be increasing its periodic dividend on the...Narrative Update • Oct 23
Analysts Nudge Huntington Ingalls Price Target Higher Amid Improved Margins and Pentagon Demand
Analysts have slightly increased their price target for Huntington Ingalls Industries from $296 to $296.44. This change reflects improved profit margin forecasts, which offset mild adjustments to other financial assumptions.Narrative Update • Oct 08
Rising US Defense Budgets Will Boost Unmanned Maritime Systems Deployment
Huntington Ingalls Industries' analyst price target was raised by $4.10 per share to $296.00. This change reflects analysts' increased optimism due to improved budget trends and robust U.S. Navy ship demand.Narrative Update • Sep 12
Rising US Defense Budgets Will Boost Unmanned Maritime Systems Deployment
Analysts have raised their price target on Huntington Ingalls Industries to $291.90, citing improving U.S. defense budget trends, robust Navy ship demand, better contract terms, and enhanced operational execution. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts see more positive U.S. defense budget trends and anticipate Q2 reporting may catalyze a performance inflection for defense stocks.Analysis Article • Aug 01
A Look At The Fair Value Of Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. (NYSE:HII)
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Huntington Ingalls Industries fair value estimate is US$293...Analysis Article • Jul 11
Here's Why Huntington Ingalls Industries (NYSE:HII) Has A Meaningful Debt Burden
Warren Buffett famously said, 'Volatility is far from synonymous with risk.' So it seems the smart money knows that...Seeking Alpha • Apr 14
Huntington Ingalls Stock: The Bear Case Is Showing Cracks, Initiating With A Buy
Summary Huntington Ingalls stock has gained momentum in the last few trading sessions, aided by policy support and a double upgrade by Goldman Sachs. Tackling operating margin pressures will be key to an expansion in Huntington Ingalls' valuation multiples. Encouraging signs have appeared on the horizon. A policy implementation lag has to be expected, and investors should also keep a close eye on overall defense budget growth or the lack thereof. The company ended 2024 with a total backlog of $48.7 billion, which is a noteworthy amount given that it recorded revenue of $11.5 billion for 2024. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaShareholder Returns
| HII | US Aerospace & Defense | US Market | |
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| 7D | 5.1% | 5.0% | 1.6% |
| 1Y | 15.0% | 31.4% | 18.6% |
Return vs Industry: HII underperformed the US Aerospace & Defense industry which returned 31.4% over the past year.
Return vs Market: HII underperformed the US Market which returned 18.6% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| HII volatility | |
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| HII Average Weekly Movement | 5.1% |
| Aerospace & Defense Industry Average Movement | 9.4% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.3% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.7% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.2% |
Stable Share Price: HII has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: HII's weekly volatility (5%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
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| 1886 | 44,000 | Chris Kastner | www.hii.com |
Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. designs, builds, overhauls, and repairs military ships in the United States. It operates through three segments: Ingalls, Newport News, and Mission Technologies. The company is involved in the design and construction of non-nuclear ships comprising amphibious assault ships, surface combatants, and national security cutters for the U.S.
Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| HII fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$11.49b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$605.00m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$12.85b |
19.0x
P/E Ratio0.9x
P/S RatioIs HII overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| HII income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$12.85b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$11.25b |
| Gross Profit | US$1.60b |
| Other Expenses | US$994.00m |
| Earnings | US$605.00m |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 15.35 |
| Gross Margin | 12.44% |
| Net Profit Margin | 4.71% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 52.5% |
How did HII perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
1.9%
Current Dividend Yield35%
Payout RatioCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/07/06 05:21 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/07/02 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. is covered by 24 analysts. 12 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| David Strauss | Barclays |
| Joseph Campbell | Barclays |
| Douglas Harned | Bernstein |