Research and Development: Comparing Key Metrics for Howmet Aerospace Inc. and Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation

R&D Trends: Aerospace vs. Rail Technologies

__timestampHowmet Aerospace Inc.Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation
Wednesday, January 1, 201412300000061886000
Thursday, January 1, 201516900000071213000
Friday, January 1, 201613200000071375000
Sunday, January 1, 201711100000095166000
Monday, January 1, 201810300000087450000
Tuesday, January 1, 201970000000209900000
Wednesday, January 1, 202017000000162100000
Friday, January 1, 202117000000176000000
Saturday, January 1, 202232000000209000000
Sunday, January 1, 202336000000218000000
Monday, January 1, 202433000000206000000
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Cracking the code

A Decade of Innovation: R&D Trends in Aerospace and Rail Technologies

In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, research and development (R&D) play a pivotal role in driving innovation. Over the past decade, Howmet Aerospace Inc. and Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation have demonstrated contrasting R&D investment strategies.

From 2014 to 2023, Howmet Aerospace Inc. saw a significant decline in R&D expenses, dropping from a peak of 123 million in 2014 to just 36 million in 2023. This represents a reduction of over 70%, reflecting a strategic shift or potential reallocation of resources. In contrast, Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation increased its R&D spending by over 250%, from 62 million in 2014 to 218 million in 2023.

These trends highlight the differing priorities and market strategies of these two industry giants, with Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corporation seemingly doubling down on innovation to maintain its competitive edge.

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U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

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Date published
28 Jan 2025