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Huntington Ingalls Industries is the largest independent military shipbuilder in the US, spun out from Northrop Grumman in 2011... Show more

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Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) Stock Analysis: Defense Contractor With Steady Contract Momentum

Key Takeaways
  • Huntington Ingalls Industries maintains a leading position in U.S. Navy shipbuilding and defense contracting.
  • Recent stock performance reflects broader sector dynamics amid contract awards and macroeconomic factors.
  • Key business segments include aircraft carriers, submarines, and surface combatants.
  • Investors monitor Navy budgets, earnings reports, and geopolitical developments for sentiment shifts.
  • Competitive advantages stem from specialized shipyard capabilities and long-term government relationships.

Current Market Snapshot

Huntington Ingalls Industries operates in the aerospace and defense sector, where stock behavior often aligns with government spending cycles and defense priorities. Recent trading has shown measured movement consistent with sector peers, supported by ongoing contract activity and steady operational execution. Broader market sentiment toward defense stocks remains influenced by federal budget allocations and international security considerations.

Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) Business Overview and Competitive Position

Huntington Ingalls Industries designs, builds, and maintains military ships for the U.S. Navy and Coast Guard. Its primary operations encompass the construction of nuclear-powered aircraft carriers and submarines, as well as surface combatants and amphibious assault ships. The company benefits from a concentrated customer base in the U.S. government and long-term contracts that provide revenue visibility. Competitive strengths include specialized facilities at Newport News Shipbuilding and Ingalls Shipbuilding, along with expertise in complex naval systems integration.

Recent Developments Driving HII

Over the past 30 days, Huntington Ingalls Industries secured multiple Navy contract awards, including modifications supporting fleet readiness and specific vessel programs. These developments underscore the company's role in sustaining naval capabilities. Analyst commentary has remained generally constructive, with focus on margin potential and cash flow generation. Macroeconomic elements such as interest rate expectations and defense spending priorities have also shaped investor views during this period.

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2026 Outlook and What Investors Should Watch

Investors will track upcoming Navy contract announcements, quarterly earnings releases, and updates on major shipbuilding programs. Broader factors include federal defense budget proposals, supply chain conditions, and any shifts in geopolitical tensions affecting naval requirements. Analyst expectations center on sustained demand for the company's core products, with attention to execution on existing backlog and cost management initiatives. The information on this webpage is provided for general informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as investment advice, a recommendation to purchase or sell any security, or an offer or solicitation related to investments. It does not consider your personal financial situation, goals, or risk profile, and all investing carries inherent risks, including the possibility of losing your entire investment. For more details, please review our full disclaimer. Disclaimers and Limitations
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Jul 02, 2026

HII's MACD Histogram crosses above signal line

The Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) for HII turned positive on June 09, 2026. Looking at past instances where HII's MACD turned positive, the stock continued to rise in of 42 cases over the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .

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Technical Analysis (Indicators)

Bullish Trend Analysis

The RSI Oscillator points to a transition from a downward trend to an upward trend -- in cases where HII's RSI Oscillator exited the oversold zone, of 28 resulted in an increase in price. Tickeron's analysis proposes that the odds of a continued upward trend are .

The Stochastic Oscillator suggests the stock price trend may be in a reversal from a downward trend to an upward trend. of 53 cases where HII's Stochastic Oscillator exited the oversold zone resulted in an increase in price. Tickeron's analysis proposes that the odds of a continued upward trend are .

HII may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the stock or exploring call options.

Bearish Trend Analysis

The Momentum Indicator moved below the 0 level on June 18, 2026. You may want to consider selling the stock, shorting the stock, or exploring put options on HII as a result. In of 80 cases where the Momentum Indicator fell below 0, the stock fell further within the subsequent month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .

The 50-day moving average for HII moved below the 200-day moving average on June 12, 2026. This could be a long-term bearish signal for the stock as the stock shifts to an downward trend.

Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where HII declined for three days, the price rose further in of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .

The Aroon Indicator for HII entered a downward trend on July 01, 2026. This could indicate a strong downward move is ahead for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options.

Fundamental Analysis (Ratings)

The Tickeron Valuation Rating of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is slightly undervalued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (2.130) is normal, around the industry mean (10.983). P/E Ratio (18.076) is within average values for comparable stocks, (94.507). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (1.017) is also within normal values, averaging (4.106). Dividend Yield (0.020) settles around the average of (0.019) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (0.851) is also within normal values, averaging (37.421).

The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to consistent earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.

The Tickeron Seasonality Score of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is fair valued in the industry. The Tickeron Seasonality score describes the variance of predictable price changes around the same period every calendar year. These changes can be tied to a specific month, quarter, holiday or vacation period, as well as a meteorological or growing season.

The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating fairly steady price growth. HII’s price grows at a lower rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.

The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating strong sales and a profitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.

The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating that the returns do not compensate for the risks. HII’s unstable profits reported over time resulted in significant Drawdowns within these last five years. A stable profit reduces stock drawdown and volatility. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 72, placing this stock better than average.

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HII paid dividends on June 12, 2026

Huntington Ingalls Industries HII Stock Dividends
А dividend of $1.38 per share was paid with a record date of June 12, 2026, and an ex-dividend date of May 29, 2026. Read more...
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Notable companies

The most notable companies in this group are GE Aerospace (NYSE:GE), Boeing Company (NYSE:BA), Lockheed Martin Corp (NYSE:LMT), Northrop Grumman Corp (NYSE:NOC), Virgin Galactic Holdings (NYSE:SPCE).

Industry description

Aerospace & Defense is one of largest industries in the U.S., mainly comprising the following areas: commercial airliners, military aircraft, missiles, space, and general aviation. Focused heavily on research & development, it is also one of the fastest growing industries. Military aircraft has the largest market share in the industry’s sales, followed by space systems, civil aircraft, and missiles. Aerospace exports, directly and indirectly, support more jobs than the export of any other commodity, according to a study by the U.S. Department of Commerce. Boeing Company, Lockheed Martin Corporation and General Electric Company are some of the most prominent players in this space.

Market Cap

The average market capitalization across the Aerospace & Defense Industry is 46.26B. The market cap for tickers in the group ranges from 4.49 to 2.13T. SPCX holds the highest valuation in this group at 2.13T. The lowest valued company is BDRPF at 4.49.

High and low price notable news

The average weekly price growth across all stocks in the Aerospace & Defense Industry was 4%. For the same Industry, the average monthly price growth was -11%, and the average quarterly price growth was 13%. AVEX experienced the highest price growth at 34%, while PHGE experienced the biggest fall at -19%.

Volume

The average weekly volume growth across all stocks in the Aerospace & Defense Industry was 31%. For the same stocks of the Industry, the average monthly volume growth was -1% and the average quarterly volume growth was 6%

Fundamental Analysis Ratings

The average fundamental analysis ratings, where 1 is best and 100 is worst, are as follows

Valuation Rating: 48
P/E Growth Rating: 65
Price Growth Rating: 58
SMR Rating: 79
Profit Risk Rating: 72
Seasonality Score: 3 (-100 ... +100)
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a company which designs, builds and maintains nuclear and non-nuclear ships

Industry AerospaceDefense

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Industry
Aerospace And Defense
Address
4101 Washington Avenue
Phone
+1 757 380-2000
Employees
44000
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https://www.huntingtoningalls.com
Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) Stock Analysis: Defense Contractor With Steady Contract Momentum