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Huntington Ingalls Hosts Chief of Naval Operations and Beats Q2 Earnings Estimates

By KlickAnalytics Data Insights  |   August 1, 2024 08:07PM ET

Key Points

- HII hosted Chief of Naval Operations, Adm. Lisa Franchetti, at Newport News Shipbuilding division
- Q2 revenues of $2.98 billion beat Wall Street estimates by 4.7%
- Quarterly earnings of $4.38 per share surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3.55 per share
- Huntington Ingalls reported a 6.8% revenue growth in Q2 2024 compared to the year-ago period
- Increased demand for aircraft carriers, amphibious assault ships, and submarines contributed to better-than-expected results

Huntington Ingalls Industries (NYSE: HII) recently welcomed Chief of Naval Operations, Adm. Lisa Franchetti, to its Newport News Shipbuilding division in Virginia. The visit aimed to showcase the company's capabilities and strengthen its relationship with the U.S. Navy.

In the second quarter of 2024, Huntington Ingalls (HII) exceeded expectations with a revenue of $2.98 billion, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 4.7%. The company also raised its revenue guidance for the Mission Technologies business segment, indicating positive growth prospects for the future.

Furthermore, Huntington Ingalls reported quarterly earnings of $4.38 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3.55 per share. This marked a significant improvement from the earnings of $3.27 per share in the same period last year, highlighting the company's continuous growth trajectory.

The heightened global tensions have driven up demand for naval vessels, leading to increased orders for aircraft carriers, amphibious assault ships, and submarines. This surge in demand played a crucial role in Huntington Ingalls' better-than-expected second-quarter results, consolidating its position as a leading U.S. navy shipbuilder.

Overall, Huntington Ingalls reported a 6.8% revenue growth in the second quarter of 2024 compared to the corresponding period in 2023. With growth across all segments, the company remains well-positioned to capitalize on future opportunities and maintain its competitive edge in the naval defense industry.

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