BorgWarner Stock Is Up Over 50% YTD: What Strong Margins Mean for the Outlook

Rexielyn Diaz4 minute read
Reviewed by: Thomas Richmond
Last updated Feb 13, 2026

Key Stats for BWA Stock

  • Price Change for BWA stock: +22.45%
  • BWA Share Price as of Feb. 11: $66.10
  • 52-Week High: $68.82
  • BWA Stock Price Target: $50.54

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What Happened?

BorgWarner (BWA) stock has surged to new highs in 2026 as investors reacted to a combination of strong earnings execution and improving sentiment around the company’s electrification strategy.

The stock is up more than 50% year to date, and it recently hit a new high near $66, significantly outperforming the broader auto components sector.

The rally followed multiple quarterly earnings beats, particularly at the EBITDA and adjusted EPS levels. In the most recent quarter, BorgWarner delivered adjusted EPS of $1.24, beating consensus estimates by over 5%. EBITDA also exceeded expectations by more than 10%, reflecting disciplined cost control and margin resilience.

Investors have also responded positively to BorgWarner’s steady revenue base. The company generated $14.2 billion in trailing twelve-month revenue, and analysts expect revenue to remain relatively stable near $14.4 billion over the next year.

At the same time, BorgWarner continues to secure new contracts tied to hybrid and electric vehicle platforms. Recent announcements include turbocharger and electrification-related supply agreements with major North American and European OEMs, reinforcing the company’s long-term positioning.

BWA Stock Price Targets (TIKR)

According to analyst Street Targets, BorgWarner’s average price target is about $51, with estimates ranging from $40 on the low end to $56 on the high end.

At today’s price near $66, the stock is trading well above the current consensus target. The target-to-price ratio has declined to about 77%, signaling that much of the near-term optimism may already be reflected in the share price.

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What the Market Is Telling Us About BWA Stock

The market’s reaction suggests confidence in BorgWarner’s operational execution, but also growing caution on valuation.

BorgWarner’s operating margin sits near 9%, and gross margins remain stable around 18%. While margins are not expanding aggressively, consistency has helped support earnings visibility.

From a balance sheet perspective, BorgWarner maintains a solid capital structure. The company holds over $2.1 billion in cash and short-term investments, while long-term debt stands at roughly $3.9 billion. Free cash flow remains positive, with nearly $1 billion generated on a trailing basis.

BorgWarner also continues to return capital to shareholders. The company pays a dividend yielding about 1% and has been active with share repurchases, buying back more than $200 million of stock over the past year.

However, valuation multiples have expanded meaningfully. BorgWarner now trades near 13x forward earnings and about 6x forward EBITDA, which is elevated relative to its own recent history.

Headwinds remain as well. Auto production volatility, EV adoption pacing, and pricing pressure from OEMs could weigh on margins if demand softens.

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