AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV)
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- symbol AVAV
- Rev/Share 48.8908
- Book/Share 157.6816
- PB 2.4213
- Debt/Equity 0.1869
- CurrentRatio 5.0802
- ROIC -0.012
- MktCap 19064115869.0
- FreeCF/Share -7.3952
- PFCF -92.0056
- PE -153.7837
- Debt/Assets 0.1465
- DivYield 0
- ROE -0.0263
- Rating C
- Score 2
- Recommendation Sell
- P/E Score 1
- DCF Score 2
- P/B Score 2
- D/E Score 3
Recent Analyst Ratings
| Type | Ticker | Analyst Firm | Previous Rating | Current Rating | Previous Price Target | Current Price Target | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initiation | AVAV | KeyBanc Capital Markets | -- | Overweight | -- | $285 | Dec. 19, 2025 |
| Initiation | AVAV | Piper Sandler | -- | Overweight | -- | $391 | Nov. 20, 2025 |
| Initiation | AVAV | BNP Paribas Exane | -- | Outperform | -- | $355 | Nov. 18, 2025 |
| Initiation | AVAV | BofA Securities | -- | Buy | -- | $300 | Sept. 18, 2025 |
| Initiation | AVAV | Needham | -- | Buy | -- | $300 | Aug. 19, 2025 |
| Resumed | AVAV | Canaccord Genuity | -- | Buy | -- | $305 | Aug. 12, 2025 |
| Initiation | AVAV | Citizens JMP | -- | Mkt Outperform | -- | $325 | Aug. 4, 2025 |
| Initiation | AVAV | Cantor Fitzgerald | -- | Overweight | -- | $335 | July 8, 2025 |
| Initiation | AVAV | Goldman | -- | Buy | -- | $301 | June 30, 2025 |
| Initiation | AVAV | Stifel | -- | Buy | -- | $240 | June 24, 2025 |
News
AVAV Outperforms Industry in the Past Month: How to Play the Stock?
Published: January 12, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
AeroVironment surges 55.1% in a month, beating its industry as strong revenue growth, partnerships and defense contract wins fuel investor optimism.
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Parry Labs Advances Modular Mission Systems in AV's P550™ for Army LRR Program
Published: January 09, 2026 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Integration of Parry Labs' mission computing and MOSA architecture strengthens AV's P550 capabilities for the Army's Long Range Reconnaissance mission ALEXANDRIA, Va., Jan. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Parry Labs , a defense technology company delivering modular open systems and edge infrastructure for the modern battlespace, is partnering with AeroVironment Inc ("AV") (NASDAQ: AVAV) to architect, develop, deliver, and integrate Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA)-aligned digital engineering, software, and mission system hardware for the newly developed P550™ uncrewed aircraft system (UAS) for the U.S. Army's Long Range Reconnaissance (LRR) program.
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INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Investigates Claims On Behalf of Investors of Aerovironment, Inc. - AVAV
Published: January 08, 2026 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
NEW YORK, Jan. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Aerovironment, Inc. ("Aerovironment" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: AVAV). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at [email protected] or 646-581-9980, ext.
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The Volatile Ride Of AeroVironment: Buying Despite The Margin Mess
Published: January 07, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Negative
AeroVironment, Inc. remains a high-conviction, volatile defense play, driven by record contract awards and persistent global tensions. Despite 151% revenue growth (9% ex-BlueHalo), AVAV's adjusted gross margin fell sharply to 27%, raising profitability concerns. Guidance was raised to $1.95–$2.0B revenue, but non-GAAP EPS was lowered; execution risk is high with 70% of EBITDA expected in Q4.
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INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Investigates Claims On Behalf of Investors of Aerovironment, Inc. - AVAV
Published: January 06, 2026 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
NEW YORK, Jan. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Aerovironment, Inc. (“Aerovironment” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: AVAV). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at [email protected] or 646-581-9980, ext. 7980.
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INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Investigates Claims On Behalf of Investors of Aerovironment, Inc. - AVAV
Published: January 01, 2026 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
NEW YORK, Jan. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Aerovironment, Inc. ("Aerovironment" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: AVAV). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at [email protected] or 646-581-9980, ext.
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ONDS vs. AVAV: Which Drone Tech Stock Is the Better Pick Now?
Published: December 31, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
Ondas is racing to scale through acquisitions, while AeroVironment relies on defense contracts and manufacturing depth.
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INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Investigates Claims On Behalf of Investors of Aerovironment, Inc. - AVAV
Published: December 30, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
NEW YORK, Dec. 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Aerovironment, Inc. (“Aerovironment” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: AVAV). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at [email protected] or 646-581-9980, ext. 7980.
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Why Kratos and AeroVironment Are Suddenly Moving Like Tech Stocks
Published: December 25, 2025 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Positive
For decades, the defense sector was viewed as a safe harbor for conservative investors. Companies like Lockheed Martin NYSE: LMT or General Dynamics NYSE: GD were treated as bond proxies, stocks that offered slow growth, reliable dividends, and low volatility.
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RKLB vs. AVAV: Which Stock Looks Better in the Space Race?
Published: December 23, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
RKLB and AVAV draw investor focus as rising U.S. space and defense spending lifts launch activity, satellite work and military contracts.
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AeroVironment, Inc. to Present at Needham's Annual Growth Conference
Published: December 22, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
ARLINGTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $AVAV #AVAV--AeroVironment, Inc. (“AV”) (NASDAQ: AVAV) will participate in Needham's upcoming Annual Growth Conference in New York City, New York. AV's Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Kevin McDonnell, will take part in a fireside chat on January 14 at 10:15 a.m. ET | 9:15 a.m. CT | 7:15 a.m. PT. The fireside chat will be available by webcast at the times listed above and archived on our website at the below link: https://wsw.com/webcast/needham148/avav/.
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AV Delivers JLTV-Mounted LOCUST Laser Weapon Systems to U.S. Army
Published: December 18, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
ARLINGTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $AVAV #DirectedEnergy--AeroVironment, Inc. (“AV”) (NASDAQ: AVAV), a leading provider of counter-unmanned aircraft system (C-UAS) technologies, today announced the successful delivery of two Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV)-mounted mobile C-UAS Laser Weapon Systems (LWS) to the U.S. Army as part of the second increment of the Army Multi-Purpose High Energy Laser (AMP-HEL) prototyping effort. These systems were delivered to the Army's Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Offi.
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PteroDynamics and AV Demonstrate Integrated EW Capabilities on Transwing® VTOL UAS at U.S. Navy Silent Swarm 25 Exercise
Published: December 16, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
ALPENA, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $AVAV--PteroDynamics, an innovator in autonomous vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft systems, and AeroVironment, Inc. (“AV”) (NASDAQ: AVAV), a leading provider of Electronic Warfare (EW) capabilities, recently collaborated for a joint technology demonstration at Silent Swarm 25, hosted by the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane Division at the Alpena Combat Readiness Training Center in Alpena, Michigan. The companies integrated multiple industry-leading E.
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Why AeroVironment Stock Could Soar Despite Mixed Q2 Results
Published: December 11, 2025 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Neutral
AeroVironment's NASDAQ: AVAV fiscal Q2 (FQ2) earnings release was mixed, but the positives outweigh the negatives. The negatives include margin pressures from integration costs related to the Blue Halo acquisition.
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AeroVironment Posts Record Revenue but Swings to $67 Million Loss on Integration Costs
Published: December 10, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Neutral
Yesterday we were watching whether AeroVironment could sustain its explosive revenue trajectory while returning to profitability.
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AeroVironment Stock Jumps on $874 Million U.S Army Deal
Published: December 09, 2025 by: Schaeffers Research
Sentiment: Positive
Shares of AeroVironment Inc. (NASDAQ:AVAV) are up 1.8% to trade at $287.61 at last check, after the defense company secured a $874.26 million contract with the U.S. army for its unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and counter-UAS systems.
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AV Awarded $13.2M Contract to Provide P550 UAS for U.S. Army's Long Range Reconnaissance (LRR) Program
Published: December 08, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
ARLINGTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $AVAV--AV, with partner Parry Labs, has been awarded a 3-year Other Transaction Agreement with an initial base contract value of $13.2M with additional options for a total potential contract value of $42M to provide the newly developed P550™ uncrewed aircraft system (UAS) for the U.S. Army's Long Range Reconnaissance (LRR) program. The all-battery electric, high-performance P550 delivers long-range intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities along.
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Countdown to AeroVironment (AVAV) Q2 Earnings: Wall Street Forecasts for Key Metrics
Published: December 04, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Looking beyond Wall Street's top-and-bottom-line estimate forecasts for AeroVironment (AVAV), delve into some of its key metrics to gain a deeper insight into the company's potential performance for the quarter ended October 2025.
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Buy 3 Drone Technology Stocks to Enhance Your Portfolio Returns in 2026
Published: December 04, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
AVAV, COHR and TRMB emerge as key drone-tech picks for 2026, backed by strong growth outlooks and rising demand across defense and industrial markets.
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All You Need to Know About AeroVironment (AVAV) Rating Upgrade to Buy
Published: December 03, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
AeroVironment (AVAV) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects. This might drive the stock higher in the near term.
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Hoverfly Whitelisted on AeroVironment's Command and Control Software Ecosystem
Published: December 03, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
The tethered drone is now natively supported and immediately deployable with AV_Halo Command. SANFORD, Fla.
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AeroVironment (AVAV) Reports Next Week: Wall Street Expects Earnings Growth
Published: December 02, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
AeroVironment (AVAV) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.
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AeroVironment, Inc. to Announce Second Quarter of Fiscal Year 2026 Earnings and Host Conference Call
Published: November 25, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
ARLINGTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $AVAV--AeroVironment, Inc. (“AV”) (NASDAQ: AVAV) will report its financial results for the second quarter of fiscal year 2026, which ended November 1, 2025, after the market closes on December 9, 2025. Management will host a conference call and live audio webcast at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time that same day to discuss the results. The call will be led by Wahid Nawabi, AeroVironment's chairman, president, and chief executive officer; Kevin P. McDonnell, executive vice presid.
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Brokers Suggest Investing in AeroVironment (AVAV): Read This Before Placing a Bet
Published: November 19, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
When deciding whether to buy, sell, or hold a stock, investors often rely on analyst recommendations. Media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm-employed (or sell-side) analysts often influence a stock's price, but are they really important?
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AeroVironment, Inc. to Present at Goldman Sachs' Industrials and Materials Conference
Published: November 19, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
ARLINGTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $AVAV--AeroVironment, Inc. (“AV”) (NASDAQ: AVAV) will participate in the upcoming Goldman Sachs' Industrials and Materials Conference in New York, New York. AV's chairman, president and chief executive officer, Wahid Nawabi, and AV's executive vice president and chief financial officer, Kevin McDonnell, will take part in a fireside chat on December 3 at 8:00 a.m. ET | 9:00 a.m. CT | 11:00 a.m. PT. The fireside chat will be available by webcast at the times listed above.
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Here's Why AeroVironment (AVAV) Fell More Than Broader Market
Published: November 17, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
In the closing of the recent trading day, AeroVironment (AVAV) stood at $283.66, denoting a -2.59% move from the preceding trading day.
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Nothing Can Stop Defense Stocks Right Now
Published: November 04, 2025 by: Schaeffers Research
Sentiment: Positive
Subscribers to Chart of the Week received this commentary on Sunday, November 2.
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AVAV or LHX: Which Stock Stands Stronger in Today's Defense Boom?
Published: October 31, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
AeroVironment and L3Harris gain momentum in the global defense boom with major contracts, new partnerships and rising investor interest.
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AV Selected for U.S. Army Next-Generation C-UAS Missile Program, Awarded $95.9M Contract to Deliver FE-1 for U.S. Army's Long-Range Kinetic Interceptor (LRKI) Program
Published: October 22, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
HUNTSVILLE, Ala.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $AVAV--AeroVironment, Inc. (“AV”) (NASDAQ: AVAV), a leading provider of Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) and advanced air and missile defense technologies, has been selected to deliver the U.S. Army's Next-Generation C-UAS Missile (NGCM). Along with this selection, AV was awarded a $95.9 million contract for the U.S. Army's Long-Range Kinetic Interceptor (LRKI) program through the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Aviation & Missile Cente.
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AV and Korean Air Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Advance Medium Unmanned Aircraft Systems for the Republic of Korea
Published: October 21, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
SEOUL, South Korea--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $AVAV #ADEX2025--AeroVironment, Inc. (“AV”) (NASDAQ: AVAV), a global leader in all-domain unmanned systems, today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that positions Korean Air as its priority partner in the Republic of Korea. This alliance will focus on integrating and adapting AV's JUMP® 20 Group 3 vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL), fixed-wing uncrewed aircraft to meet the specific needs of the Korean Defense market. It also establishes a foundati.
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About AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV)
- IPO Date 2007-01-23
- Website https://www.avinc.com
- Industry Aerospace & Defense
- CEO Wahid Nawabi
- Employees 1403