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AAR Corp (AIR)

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$74.19
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Upturn Advisory Summary

09/12/2025: AIR (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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6 Analysts rated it

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1 Year Target Price $83.75

1 Year Target Price $83.75

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$83.75 Target price
52w Low $46.51
Current$74.19
52w High $86.43

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -39.59%
Avg. Invested days 28
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Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 2.67B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 211.97
1Y Target Price 83.75
Price to earnings Ratio 211.97
1Y Target Price 83.75
Volume (30-day avg) 6
Beta 1.5
52 Weeks Range 46.51 - 86.43
Updated Date 09/14/2025
52 Weeks Range 46.51 - 86.43
Updated Date 09/14/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.35

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-09-22
When Before Market
Estimate 1.04
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin 0.45%
Operating Margin (TTM) 11.13%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 4.01%
Return on Equity (TTM) 1.04%

Valuation

Trailing PE 211.97
Forward PE 16.75
Enterprise Value 3619280511
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.96
Enterprise Value 3619280511
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.96
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.3
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 21.35
Shares Outstanding 35964200
Shares Floating 34436921
Shares Outstanding 35964200
Shares Floating 34436921
Percent Insiders 2.41
Percent Institutions 98.04

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AAR Corp

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

AAR Corp was founded in 1951 as Allen Aircraft Radio, Inc., initially focusing on aircraft radios. Over the years, it expanded into aviation aftermarket support and services, becoming a leading independent provider to commercial and government customers.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Aviation Services: Provides maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services, component repair, engineering, and supply chain solutions for commercial and government aircraft operators.
  • Expeditionary Services: Offers mobility systems and support, command and control shelters, and composite manufacturing for defense and humanitarian applications.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

John M. Holmes is the President and CEO. The company operates with a functional organizational structure, dividing responsibilities across different business segments and support functions.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • MRO Services: Offers comprehensive maintenance, repair, and overhaul services for aircraft and components. Market share is estimated at around 5-7% in the global MRO market. Competitors include Lufthansa Technik, ST Engineering, and HAECO.
  • Component Repair: Repairs and overhauls aircraft components, including avionics, hydraulics, and pneumatics. Market share data not readily available, but it's a significant portion of the MRO market. Competitors include Honeywell, Collins Aerospace, and Safran.
  • Mobility Systems: Manufactures and supports cargo loading and handling systems for military and commercial aircraft. No precise market share data available. Competitors include Teleflex and Cargo Systems International.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The aviation aftermarket industry is experiencing growth driven by increasing air travel, aging aircraft fleets, and rising MRO demand. The expeditionary services market is influenced by global defense spending and humanitarian efforts.

Positioning

AAR Corp is a leading independent provider in the aviation aftermarket, known for its comprehensive service offerings and strong customer relationships. It competes with both large OEMs and smaller independent MRO providers.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global commercial aviation MRO market is expected to reach approximately $110 billion by 2025. AAR Corp is positioned to capture a portion of this TAM through its MRO services and supply chain solutions.

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Strengths

  • Comprehensive service offerings
  • Strong customer relationships
  • Global presence
  • Established reputation in the aviation aftermarket
  • Experienced management team

Weaknesses

  • Exposure to cyclical aviation industry
  • Dependence on key customers
  • Competitive pricing pressures
  • Potential for supply chain disruptions

Opportunities

  • Expanding MRO services in emerging markets
  • Increasing demand for component repair and overhaul
  • Growth in defense and humanitarian applications
  • Strategic acquisitions to expand capabilities
  • Leveraging technology to improve efficiency

Threats

  • Economic downturns
  • Geopolitical instability
  • Increased competition
  • Fluctuations in fuel prices
  • Changes in government regulations

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • LHAG.DE
  • STE.SI
  • HEIA.PA

Competitive Landscape

AAR Corp competes with large OEMs and smaller independent MRO providers. Its strengths lie in its comprehensive service offerings and global presence, while challenges include competitive pricing pressures and customer concentration.

Major Acquisitions

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  • Year: 2018
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 240
  • Strategic Rationale: Expanded supply chain management capabilities and access to new customers.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: AAR Corp has experienced moderate growth over the past decade, driven by strategic acquisitions and expansion of its service offerings.

Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth in revenue and earnings, supported by increasing air travel and demand for MRO services. Estimates vary depending on market conditions and execution of strategic initiatives.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding MRO facilities, investing in technology to improve efficiency, and pursuing strategic acquisitions to broaden capabilities.

Summary

AAR Corp is a significant player in the aviation aftermarket, particularly in MRO and component repair. Its comprehensive service offerings and established reputation are strengths, but it faces competition and cyclical industry pressures. Recent initiatives and strategic acquisitions are aimed at driving future growth, but economic conditions remain a key factor. While not the biggest in the market, it still holds significance. Its position in military mobility systems is also an important segment.

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Sources and Disclaimers

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  • Company filings, Market research reports, Analyst estimates

Disclaimers:

This analysis is based on publicly available information and is for informational purposes only. It should not be considered as financial advice. Market share estimates are approximate and may vary depending on the source.

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About AAR Corp

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters Wood Dale, IL, United States
IPO Launch date 1988-01-01
Chairman, President & CEO Mr. John McClain Holmes III
Sector Industrials
Industry Aerospace & Defense
Full time employees 5600
Full time employees 5600

AAR Corp. provides products and services to commercial aviation, government, and defense markets in North America, Europe, Africa, Asia, and internationally. It operates through four segments: Parts Supply, Repair & Engineering, Integrated Solutions, and Expeditionary Services. The company leases and sells aircraft components and replacement parts; and designs, manufactures, and repairs transportation pallets. The company also provides airframe maintenance services, such as airframe inspection, painting services, line maintenance, airframe modifications, structural repairs, avionics service and installation, exterior, and interior refurbishment services; component repair services, including maintenance, repair, and overhaul services, engine and airframe accessories, and interior refurbishment; and engineering services, such as integration, certification and procurement. In addition, it develops aircraft components and parts; designs proprietary designated engineering representative repairs; and provides integrated software solutions comprising Trax, a cloud-based electronic enterprise resource platform, as well as a suite of paperless mobility apps for automating workflows. Further, the company engages in the fleet management and operation of customer-owned aircraft; provision of supply chain logistics services, such as material planning, sourcing, logistics, information and program management, and parts and component repair and overhaul services, as well as engineering, design, and system integration services for specialized command and control systems; and flight hour component inventory and repair services. Additionally, it offers containers and shelters for military and humanitarian tactical deployment activities; and shelters, such as stationary and vehicle-mounted applications. AAR Corp. was founded in 1951 and is headquartered in Wood Dale, Illinois.