Howmet Aerospace Inc. (HWM) is benefiting from strong demand in the defense aerospace market, which has become an important growth pillar alongside the commercial aerospace market.In the second quarter of 2025, revenues from the defense aerospace market climbed 21% year over year, which accounted for 17% of HWM’s total sales. This followed a 19% increase in the first quarter. This growth was driven by robust demand for engine spares, especially for the F-35 program, as well as new builds and spare parts for ...