Howmet Aerospace reported Fastening Systems segment revenue increased 9% to $431 million in the second quarter of 2025, driven by growth in the commercial aerospace market of 8%, and growth in the defense aerospace market of 21%, partially offset by declines in the commercial transportation market of 4%.

Segment Adjusted EBITDA climbed 25% to $126 million. Segment Adjusted EBITDA Margin increased approximately 360 basis points to 29.2%.

Consolidated Howmet sales rose 9% to a record $2.05 billion in Q2, with operating income improving 31% to $521 million. Adjusted Operating Income Margin excluding special items was 25.3%, up approximately 330 basis points year over year.