StandardAero Inc

SARO

Market cap $8.85B

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--StandardAero, Inc. (NYSE: SARO), a leading independent pure-play provider of aerospace engine aftermarket services including engine maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) and engine component repair, has recently inducted a CFM International LEAP-1B engine for SunExpress, a joint venture of Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa. The LEAP-1B powers SunExpress' fleet of new generation Boeing 737-8 aircraft. Induction of this initial engine follows SunExpress' selectio.

The mean of analysts' price targets for StandardAero, Inc. (SARO) points to a 28.5% upside in the stock. While this highly sought-after metric has not proven reasonably effective, strong agreement among analysts in raising earnings estimates does indicate an upside in the stock.

I assign a buy rating to StandardAero, driven by robust aftermarket demand and strategic positioning on LEAP and CFM56 engine platforms. SARO benefits from industry-wide aircraft delivery constraints, aging fleets, and surging maintenance demand, supporting a long-term growth runway. Component Repair's high margins (29.2% in Q1 2026) and >$500 million investment since 2017 enhance SARO's profitability and competitive advantage.

GE Aerospace dominates the engine manufacturing market, with a massive installed base that drives consistent service revenue. StandardAero operates as a leading independent provider of aviation maintenance and repair, with a focus on long-term service agreements.

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--StandardAero, Inc. (NYSE: SARO) (“StandardAero” or the “Company”), a leading independent pure-play provider of aerospace engine aftermarket services including engine maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) and engine component repair, announced today that S&P Global Ratings (“S&P”) recently upgraded the Company's credit ratings based on its investments in strategic expansion, stable margin profile, consistent top line growth as well as positive cash fl.

StandardAero is reiterated as a strong buy with a $43/share target, leveraging robust MRO market dynamics and cyclical share price weakness. SARO's transition to next-generation LEAP and CFM engine programs is expected to drive margin expansion as operational processes mature through eFY26 and beyond. Recent acquisitions and insourcing initiatives are set to enhance service breadth and support higher-margin growth.

StandardAero (SARO) is a leading independent aerospace engine aftermarket services provider, now trading at a significant discount to peers despite strong fundamentals. SARO's LEAP program is reaching profitability, with recurring revenue and operating leverage expected to improve as technician proficiency matures through FY27. Free cash flow generation is accelerating, supporting both a $450M share buyback and ongoing M&A, with FCF yield projected to double to 3% in FY26.

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--StandardAero (NYSE: SARO), a leading independent pure-play provider of aerospace engine aftermarket services, today announced that, after 13 years leading the Company and 45 years in the aerospace industry, Russell Ford has informed the Board of Directors of his decision to retire as Chief Executive Officer. The Board of Directors has appointed Paul McElhinney, a 35-year industry veteran and the Company's current Lead Independent Director, to succeed Mr. Ford.

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--StandardAero, Inc. (NYSE: SARO) (“StandardAero” or the “Company”), a leading independent pure-play provider of aerospace engine aftermarket services including engine maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) and engine component repair, announced today that Moody's Ratings (“Moody's”) recently upgraded the Company's ratings based on its consistent positive earnings performance and diversified position across commercial, business aviation and military end markets.

StandardAero, Inc. (SARO) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript