Howmet Aerospace to Acquire Consolidated Aerospace Manufacturing from Stanley Black & Decker for approximately $1.8 Billion

• Acquisition valued at approximately $1.8 billion and strengthens Howmet Aerospace's portfolio of high-tech, mission-critical aerospace fastening solutions
• All-cash transaction deepens exposure to key aerospace and defense platforms

PITTSBURGH, Dec. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM) today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Consolidated Aerospace Manufacturing, LLC (CAM), a leading global designer and manufacturer of precision fasteners, fluid fittings, and other complex, highly engineered products for demanding aerospace and defense applications, from Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. (NYSE: SWK) for an all-cash purchase price of approximately $1.8 billion. The transaction will receive favorable treatment for federal tax purposes, which will result in a significant tax benefit for Howmet.

Howmet expects CAM to generate FY 2026 revenue of approximately $485 to $495 million, with adjusted EBITDA margin in excess of 20% before synergies.  The combination of synergies and the aforementioned tax benefit is expected to result in a FY 2026 adjusted EBITDA transaction multiple of approximately 13x.

"The acquisition of CAM is a major step in our strategy to build out our differentiated fastener portfolio," said John C. Plant, Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Howmet Aerospace. "CAM's established brands, engineering prowess, and deep customer relationships are a perfect complement to our existing business. This transaction will allow us to better serve our aerospace and defense customers with a broader offering of mission-critical fastening solutions and represents a compelling use of capital to drive value for our shareholders."

The transaction is expected to close in the first half of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals.

J.P. Morgan Securities LLC is serving as financial advisor to Howmet Aerospace, and Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is serving as legal counsel.

About Howmet Aerospace
Howmet Aerospace Inc., headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company's primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, and airframe structural components necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged aluminum wheels for commercial transportation. With approximately 1,170 granted and pending patents, the Company's differentiated technologies enable lighter, more fuel-efficient aircraft and commercial trucks to operate with a lower carbon footprint. For more information, visit www.howmet.com.

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