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.