Curtiss-Wright (CW) Raises Full-Year Guidance After 5% Revenue Growth

Curtiss-Wright (CW) reported its Q2 2026 earnings, showing a 5% year-over-year increase in sales to $924 million. Operating income rose 12%, while free cash flow increased by 37% to $160 million. The company raised its full-year guidance, driven by strong bookings which rose 8% in Q2. Notably, Defense Electronics experienced an almost 50% growth in orders year-over-year, although some segments faced declines, signaling variable performance across the business. This matters for investors as the positive guidance highlights expectations for continued revenue growth.