Ticker: AVAV

AeroVironment

Aerospace / Defense Industrials Aerospace & Defense

Price 125.06

Reco Sell Potential 30 Risk 75 Updated 2026-10-27

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Description

Company and Business Model

AeroVironment, Inc. is a technology company specializing in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. Its core products include small drones for military and commercial applications, as well as charging infrastructure for electric vehicles. The company operates primarily in the defense and commercial sectors, with major revenue sources stemming from UAS sales, services, and EV charging solutions.

Investment Profile

The investment profile of AeroVironment is more aligned with growth investors, given its focus on innovative technologies and market expansion. However, the current financial performance indicates significant risks, which may deter conservative investors. The stock may not provide immediate returns, making it less suitable for those seeking dividends or value investments.

Category: Aerospace / Defense Sector: Industrials Industry: Aerospace & Defense Investment style: Growth Horizon: Medium-term Company type: Niche Player

Fundamental metrics (experimental) Updated: 2026-10-21

EPS (TTM) — earnings per share for the last 12 months, $: -5.82
Revenue QoQ — quarter-over-quarter revenue growth: -25.1%
EPS surprise: 165.4%
20d volatility: 2.0%

AI recommendation changes

Date	Before	After	Reason
2026-09-18	Hold	Sell	Strong revenue growth, but negative EPS and high risk.
2026-09-11	Sell	Hold	Weak fundamentals and negative momentum raise concerns.
2026-08-19	Hold	Sell	Weak fundamentals and negative momentum raise significant concerns.
2026-08-04	Sell	Hold	Strong revenue growth, but negative EPS and high risk.
2026-05-08	—	Sell	scenario_deterioration
2026-05-08	Sell	Sell	scenario_deterioration
2026-03-17	Hold	Sell	scenario_deterioration
2026-03-11	Sell	Hold	Компания демонстрирует сильный рост выручки в квартальном выражении, но негативная динамика по EPS и значительные колебания цен на акции вызывают опасения. Рекомендуется удерживать акции до более ясных сигналов о восстан
2026-03-03	Hold	Sell	Компания демонстрирует значительное снижение цены акций и отрицательный EPS, что указывает на слабые финансовые показатели. Рекомендуется продавать, чтобы избежать дальнейших потерь.
2026-02-24	Sell	Hold	Компания демонстрирует положительную динамику выручки и имеет потенциал для роста, однако отрицательный EPS и высокая волатильность акций указывают на значительные риски.
2026-02-16	Hold	Sell	Компания демонстрирует значительное снижение цен на акции за последние 20 дней, что указывает на нестабильность. Однако, положительная динамика выручки и умеренный рост в долгосрочной перспективе могут свидетельствовать
2026-02-08	Sell	Hold	Компания демонстрирует высокую волатильность на рынке, с недавним ростом, но значительным падением за последние 20 и 60 дней. Рекомендуется удерживать акции до прояснения ситуации.
2026-02-06	Hold	Sell	Компания демонстрирует значительное снижение цен на акции за последние месяцы, что указывает на высокие риски. Отсутствие данных о прибыли и дивидендах также вызывает опасения относительно финансовой стабильности.
2026-01-21	Buy	Hold	Компания демонстрирует сильные колебания цен в последние месяцы, что указывает на высокую волатильность. Рекомендуется удерживать акции до получения более стабильных финансовых показателей.

Analyst forecasts

Date	Analyst	Action	Target	Price Then
2026-10-22	Oppenheimer	Update	— → 205	117.51
2026-10-16	Macquarie	Update	— → 210	123.22
2026-10-06	Redburn Partners	Update	— → 165	139.3
2026-09-17	Goldman Sachs	Target Lowered	326 → 285	156.45
2026-09-17	Goldman Sachs	Target Raised	285 → 326	156.45
2026-09-16	Jefferies	Target Lowered	229 → 204	156.99
2026-09-10	UBS	Target Raised	166 → 170	140.8
2026-07-16	Raymond James	Rating Upgraded	— → 210	141.22
2026-07-10	Canaccord Genuity	Target Lowered	280 → 240	148.4
2026-07-09	Piper Sandler	Target Lowered	248 → 235	157.78
2026-07-09	RBC Capital	Rating Downgraded	— → 180	157.78
2026-07-01	Jefferies	Target Lowered	305 → 229	173.535
2026-07-01	Canaccord Genuity	Target Lowered	300 → 280	165.07
2026-06-30	Wedbush	Update	— → 250	165.07
2026-06-30	Needham	Target Lowered	— → 225	159
2026-06-30	UBS	Target Lowered	172 → 166	169.96
2026-06-30	Stifel Nicolaus	Target Lowered	315 → 220	139
2026-06-30	RBC Capital	Target Lowered	250 → 210	139
2026-06-26	KeyBanc	Target Lowered	295 → 220	136.68
2026-06-23	BTIG	Target Lowered	330 → 205	151.33
2026-03-11	RBC Capital	Target Lowered	325 → 250	207.73
2026-03-11	UBS	Target Lowered	259 → 236	207.73
2026-03-11	Stifel Nicolaus	Target Lowered	389 → 315	207.73
2026-03-03	Canaccord Genuity	Target Lowered	— → 330	228.3
2026-02-18	UBS	Update	— → 259	262.99
2026-01-28	KeyBanc	Target Raised	285 → 330	309.57
2025-12-18	KeyBanc	Update	— → 285	230.69
2025-12-12	Goldman Sachs	Target Lowered	486 → 429	249.745
2025-12-11	Jefferies	Target Lowered	415 → 390	249.745
2025-12-10	Needham	Update	— → 450	281.42001

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Drone Stocks Surge Following Trump’s Tariff Announcement on Foreign-Made Components

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The announcement of import tariffs on foreign-made drone components by President Trump has led to a significant rally in drone stocks, highlighting the administration's focus on boosting domestic manufacturing and national security.

Analysts Raymond James upgraded AeroVironment (AVAV) to Outperform with a target price of $210, expecting a 49% upside

07/16/2026, 07:35 AM investing rating_growth Analysts: analysts, Raymond James defense AeroVironment

Raymond James has upgraded AeroVironment to outperform, predicting a 49% price increase due to strong order flow and market demand, despite the stock's significant decline over the past year.

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Stocks Making Significant Moves Midday: AeroVironment Reports Earnings Beat, Abivax Shares Surge 40%

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Midday trading saw significant movements in various stocks, particularly in the semiconductor sector, which is on track for a record quarter, and biotech firm Abivax, which experienced a substantial surge following positive treatment data.

AeroVironment (AVAV) Shares Surge 28% Following Strong Q4 Earnings Amid Defense Spending Increase

06/30/2026, 06:36 AM economy stock_growth defense aero_defense AeroVironment

AeroVironment's stock surged over 30% following a strong fiscal fourth-quarter performance, driven by increased defense spending and a significant rise in demand for drone technology. This positions the company favorably amid growing geopolitical tensions and U.S. military modernization efforts.

Stocks Making Significant Moves Premarket: AeroVironment Rallies 30% After Earnings Beat, Digital Realty Trust Falls 4.5% on Acquisition News

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AeroVironment's stock surged 30% following a strong earnings report, while Digital Realty Trust's shares fell 4.5% after a significant acquisition. Meanwhile, Merck and AbbVie faced scrutiny from a U.S. House committee, impacting their stock prices slightly.

AeroVironment (AVAV) Shares Surge 19% Following Strong Earnings Report and Increased Backlog

06/29/2026, 03:36 PM economy stock_growth defense technology AeroVironment

AeroVironment's stock surged 19% following a strong earnings report that exceeded analyst expectations, highlighting the company's growth potential in the drone and defense sectors.

AeroVironment (AVAV) Reports Strong Fiscal Fourth-Quarter Earnings, Beating Analyst Expectations

06/29/2026, 03:36 PM review Analysts defense AeroVironment

AeroVironment's shares surged 19% following a strong fiscal fourth-quarter performance, significantly exceeding analyst expectations for both earnings and revenue. This positive financial report highlights the company's robust growth potential in the defense sector.