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Air T Inc(AIRT)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
2-STAR RATING
PASS
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$25.91
10/23/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for AIRT

10/23/2026: AIRT (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Air T Inc is a diversified holding company operating primarily in aviation services, ground support equipment manufacturing, and industrial contract services. The company has a leading position in niche industrial markets, leveraging a decentralized management approach to maintain agility. Its primary growth opportunity lies in capitalizing on the modernization of aviation infrastructure and expanding its specialized service portfolio. However, investors face risks regarding industry cyclicality, stiff competition from larger industrial peers, and the inherent challenges of integrating a diverse array of businesses. Air T may suit investors seeking exposure to small-cap industrial niches, though it is less suited for those prioritizing high dividends or low volatility.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitGrowth is dependent on successful M&A integration rather than rapid organic expansion.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock often lacks the high-volume trading activity required for momentum strategies.
Value investorStrong fitInvestors may find value in the company's underlying asset base and decentralized holding structure.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company prioritizes capital reinvestment over significant dividend payouts.
Low-risk investorWeak fitSmall-cap volatility and cyclical industrial exposure present higher risk profiles.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highSmall-cap nature can lead to significant share price swings.
Valuation riskMediumValuation is sensitive to the success of past and future acquisitions.
Competition risk (GSE and Industrial)HighCompetition from larger, better-funded incumbents limits pricing power.
Business qualityMediumSuccess is tied to the operational performance of various, sometimes disparate, business units.
Dividend incomeLowThe company does not emphasize income-focused returns for shareholders.
Execution riskMedium / highSuccess relies on management's ability to integrate diverse acquisitions effectively.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 5.24%
Avg. Invested days 39
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
AIRT receives a 2-star rating, reflecting soft or weak scores across the available pillars. The rating is constrained by weak unit economics, soft analyst coverage, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
AIRT has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2026 versus FY2025, strong earnings growth (+1370.1%) and solid revenue growth (+12.1%) are partially offset by weak cash generation (FCF margin -12.7%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
AIRT's financial health is supported by moderate liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 15.8%). Overall financial-health metrics support a 3-star score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is AIRT's strongest growth driver at +1370.1% FY2026 versus FY2025 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, revenue growth (+12.1%, solid) is also solid, while free-cash-flow growth (-631.2%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 24.3% and approximately 34.1% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 50.51% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Renaissance Technologies Corp 3.84%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 1.57%
Morgan Stanley - Brokerage Accounts 1.16%
Geode Capital Management, LLC 0.42%
Vanguard Fiduciary Trust Co 0.18%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
AIRT generates approximately $189 of gross profit, $-58 of operating income, and $-127 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2026 results. Operating losses and cash burn explain the 1-star rating, with weak cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 1.59%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
AIRT has a relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedLow VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap Risk

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 69.87M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 1.1
1Y Target Price -
Price to earnings Ratio 1.1
1Y Target Price -
Volume (30-day avg) 47.6K shares
Beta 0.21
52 Weeks Range 18.35 - 35.00
Updated Date 10/24/2026
52 Weeks Range 18.35 - 35.00
Updated Date 10/24/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 23.59

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Aviation ServicesAir cargo services and aircraft maintenance.Revenue comes from essential, recurring services provided to the aviation industry.
Ground Support EquipmentManufacturing of airport vehicles and loaders.Revenue is driven by airport and airline infrastructure equipment cycles.
Contract ServicesTelecommunications and industrial contracting.This segment provides services based on long-term infrastructure and maintenance contracts.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

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Valuation

Trailing PE 1.1
Forward PE 12.8
Enterprise Value 327.22M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.19
Enterprise Value 327.22M
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.19
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.88
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 3.02
Shares Outstanding 2.70M
Shares Floating 919.89K
Shares Outstanding 2.70M
Shares Floating 919.89K
Percent Insiders 50.51
Percent Institutions 24.27

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

Information icon Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.

⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.

Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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