Howmet Aerospace Inc. 8-K

What Happened
On April 6, 2026, Howmet Aerospace Inc. (Delaware) filed an 8-K announcing it completed its previously announced purchase of Consolidated Aerospace Manufacturing, LLC — a wholly owned subsidiary of Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. (Connecticut). The transaction was made pursuant to a Purchase Agreement and closed for an approximate cash purchase price of $1.8 billion, subject to customary adjustments.

Key Details

• Purchase price: approximately $1.8 billion in cash, subject to customary post-closing adjustments.
• Seller: Consolidated Aerospace Manufacturing, LLC (a wholly owned subsidiary of Stanley Black & Decker).
• Legal framework: acquisition completed under a Purchase Agreement between Howmet Aerospace and Stanley Black & Decker.
• Filing date: Form 8-K filed April 6, 2026, reporting completion of the transaction.

Why It Matters
This is a material strategic acquisition for Howmet Aerospace that adds a manufacturing business to its aerospace portfolio and will be reflected in future financial statements. Investors should expect subsequent SEC filings (e.g., quarterly reports) to disclose how the purchase affects Howmet’s results of operations, balance sheet (including any goodwill or intangible assets), and cash/financing position, as well as any post-closing adjustments.