Home 
Today's Top Picks 
Top Performers 
Watchlist 
My Robo Portfolios 
ETF Zone 
Help & Tutorial 
Cancel anytime
- Chart
- Upturn Summary
- Highlights
- Revenue
- Valuation
Upturn AI SWOT - About
HII 
Huntington Ingalls Industries Inc (HII)
- BUY Advisory
- SELL Advisory (Profit)
- SELL Advisory (Loss)
- Profit
- Loss
- Pass (Skip investing)
Stock price based on last close (see disclosures)
- ALL
- YEAR
- MONTH
- WEEK
Upturn Advisory Summary
09/17/2025: HII (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
13 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $291.91
1 Year Target Price $291.91
| 2 | Strong Buy |
| 2 | Buy |
| 8 | Hold |
| 1 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 40.46% | Avg. Invested days 68 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/17/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 10.72B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 20.42 | 1Y Target Price 291.91 |
Price to earnings Ratio 20.42 | 1Y Target Price 291.91 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 13 | Beta 0.39 | 52 Weeks Range 155.93 - 291.70 | Updated Date 09/16/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 155.93 - 291.70 | Updated Date 09/16/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.96% | Basic EPS (TTM) 13.38 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 4.54% | Operating Margin (TTM) 6.55% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 3.49% | Return on Equity (TTM) 11.59% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 20.42 | Forward PE 15.5 | Enterprise Value 13286147982 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.93 |
Enterprise Value 13286147982 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.93 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.15 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 12.63 | Shares Outstanding 39240600 | Shares Floating 38971440 |
Shares Outstanding 39240600 | Shares Floating 38971440 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.66 | Percent Institutions 98.31 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Huntington Ingalls Industries Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) was founded in 2011 as a spin-off from Northrop Grumman. It traces its origins to the Newport News Shipbuilding & Dry Dock Company, founded in 1886. It is the largest military shipbuilding company in the United States.
Core Business Areas
- Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS): Designs, constructs, overhauls, and repairs nuclear-powered aircraft carriers and submarines for the U.S. Navy.
- Ingalls Shipbuilding (Ingalls): Builds non-nuclear surface combatants, amphibious assault ships, and Coast Guard cutters for the U.S. Navy and Coast Guard.
- Technical Solutions: Provides professional services, including fleet maintenance, energy support, oil and gas services, and unmanned systems.
Leadership and Structure
Chris Kastner is the President and CEO. The company operates with a traditional hierarchical structure, with distinct divisions led by senior executives reporting to the CEO.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Nuclear-Powered Aircraft Carriers: The company is the sole designer and builder of U.S. Navy nuclear-powered aircraft carriers (e.g., the Ford-class). HII has a near-monopoly in this segment. The US government is effectively the sole buyer. Revenue is proprietary and not disclosed. Competitors include other defense contractors, but none directly compete in aircraft carrier construction.
- Nuclear-Powered Submarines: HII, specifically Newport News Shipbuilding, is one of two builders of U.S. Navy nuclear-powered submarines (e.g., Virginia-class). Market share is split with General Dynamics Electric Boat. Revenue is proprietary and not disclosed. Competitor: General Dynamics (GD).
- Amphibious Assault Ships: Ingalls Shipbuilding designs and builds amphibious assault ships. Competitors include General Dynamics (GD) Bath Iron Works for other types of naval vessels.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The defense industry is characterized by high barriers to entry, long-term contracts, and reliance on government spending. Growth is tied to geopolitical factors and defense budgets.
Positioning
HII is a leading player in the U.S. military shipbuilding market, holding a dominant position in nuclear-powered vessels. Its competitive advantage lies in its specialized expertise and long-standing relationship with the U.S. Navy.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market is defined by the US defense budget allocated to naval shipbuilding and maintenance, a market that is projected to be around $50-70 Billion annually. HII is well-positioned to capture a significant portion of this TAM due to its monopoly/duopoly status on critical naval assets and services.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Dominant position in nuclear-powered shipbuilding
- Long-standing relationship with the U.S. Navy
- High barriers to entry
- Specialized expertise and skilled workforce
- Backlog of orders provides revenue visibility
Weaknesses
- Dependence on U.S. government spending
- High capital expenditure requirements
- Vulnerability to cost overruns and project delays
- Unionized workforce can lead to labor disputes
Opportunities
- Increased defense spending
- Expansion of naval fleets
- Growth in international markets (limited)
- Development of new technologies (e.g., unmanned systems)
- Modernization of existing naval assets
Threats
- Changes in U.S. defense policy and budget priorities
- Technological disruptions
- Economic downturns
- Geopolitical instability
- Competition from other defense contractors
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- GD
- LMT
- RTX
Competitive Landscape
HII possesses a strong competitive advantage in naval shipbuilding. The company benefits from high barriers to entry, and a specialized skill set. Its primary disadvantage is dependence on government spending which exposes the business to budgetary fluctuations.
Major Acquisitions
Alion Science and Technology
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 1650
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded HII's capabilities in defense and intelligence solutions, providing access to new technologies and markets.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: HII's historical growth is largely tied to U.S. defense spending and naval fleet requirements.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth driven by increased demand for naval vessels and maintenance services. Backlog is strong and will likely provide support.
Recent Initiatives: Focus on innovation, workforce development, and expanding its service offerings.
Summary
Huntington Ingalls Industries is a leading U.S. military shipbuilder, holding a dominant position in the construction of nuclear-powered vessels. The company is financially stable because of guaranteed government spending. HII faces challenges regarding potential budget cuts and technological advancements. Its specialization and backlog position it well for sustained growth, but vigilance against cost overruns and external economic/political factors is critical.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings
- Industry reports
- Analyst estimates
- Publicly available information
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on available data and estimates. Actual results may vary. This is not financial advice.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Huntington Ingalls Industries Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Newport News, VA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2011-03-22 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Christopher Douglas Kastner | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Aerospace & Defense | Full time employees 44000 | Website https://www.hii.com |
Full time employees 44000 | Website https://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; expeditionary warfare ships; surface combatants; and national security cutters for the U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard. It also provides nuclear-powered ships, such as aircraft carriers and submarines, as well as refueling and overhaul, and inactivation services of nuclear-powered aircraft carriers. In addition, the company offers naval nuclear support services, including fleet services comprising design, construction, maintenance, and disposal activities for in-service the U.S. Navy nuclear ships; and maintenance services on nuclear reactor prototypes. Further, the company provides C5ISR systems and operations; application of artificial intelligence and machine learning to battlefield decisions; defensive and offensive cyberspace strategies and electronic warfare; uncrewed autonomous systems; live, virtual, and constructive solutions; and fleet sustainment; and critical nuclear operations. Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. was founded in 1886 and is headquartered in Newport News, Virginia.
Note: This website is maintained by Upturn Corporation, which is an investment adviser registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Such registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Investing in securities has risks. Past performance is no guarantee of future returns. No assurance is provided as to any particular investment return, and you may lose money using our services. You are strongly advised to consult appropriate counsel before making any investments in companies you learn about through our services. You should obtain appropriate legal, tax, investment, accounting, and other advice that takes into account your investment portfolio and overall financial situation. You are solely responsible for conducting due diligence on a potential investment. We do not affect trades for you. You will select your own broker through which to transact. Investments are not FDIC insured, they are not guaranteed, and they may lose value. Please see the Privacy Policy, Terms of Use, and Disclosure for more information.