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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: AVAV (4-star) is a SELL. SELL since 5 days. Profits (66.13%). Updated daily EoD!
1 Year Target Price $280.83
1 Year Target Price $280.83
5 | Strong Buy |
1 | Buy |
1 | Hold |
0 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 110.89% | Avg. Invested days 46 | Today’s Advisory SELL |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 12.40B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 161.12 | 1Y Target Price 280.83 |
Price to earnings Ratio 161.12 | 1Y Target Price 280.83 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 7 | Beta 0.99 | 52 Weeks Range 102.25 - 295.90 | Updated Date 08/14/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 102.25 - 295.90 | Updated Date 08/14/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.55 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 5.32% | Operating Margin (TTM) 13.27% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 3.71% | Return on Equity (TTM) 5.1% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 161.12 | Forward PE 113.64 | Enterprise Value 12674819649 | Price to Sales(TTM) 15.11 |
Enterprise Value 12674819649 | Price to Sales(TTM) 15.11 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 15.45 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 152.99 | Shares Outstanding 49650300 | Shares Floating 34120299 |
Shares Outstanding 49650300 | Shares Floating 34120299 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.76 | Percent Institutions 72.56 |
Upturn AI SWOT
AeroVironment Inc

Company Overview
History and Background
AeroVironment was founded in 1971 by Dr. Paul MacCready. Initially focused on developing innovative solutions to energy and environmental challenges, it transitioned to designing and manufacturing unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and other advanced technologies. Significant milestones include developing the first solar-powered aircraft to cross the English Channel and pioneering small UAS for military and commercial applications.
Core Business Areas
- Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS): Designs, develops, produces, and supports a portfolio of small UAS for military, government, and commercial applications. Key products include Raven, Puma, and Switchblade.
- Medium Unmanned Aircraft Systems (MUAS): Designs, develops, produces, and supports a portfolio of medium UAS for military, government, and commercial applications. Key products include VAPOR Helicopter.
- MacCready Works: This segment handles activities such as product development, applied research, advanced concept technology and other activities. Key products include Crysalis and Stratosphere.
- All Other: This segment includes support equipment, such as chargers, transport bags and communication equipment
Leadership and Structure
Wahid Nawabi is the Chairman, President, and CEO. The company has a typical corporate structure with functional departments such as Engineering, Operations, Sales & Marketing, and Finance.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Raven: A hand-launched, miniature UAS used for reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition. It is widely deployed by the U.S. military and allied forces. Market share data is difficult to pinpoint due to military contracts but it is a leading product in its class. Competitors include Teledyne FLIR, Lockheed Martin (with Indago 4).
- Puma: A small UAS designed for land and maritime operations, offering extended flight endurance and advanced sensor capabilities. Like the Raven, market share is difficult to precisely determine, but it is a major player. Competitors include Insitu (Boeing subsidiary) ScanEagle.
- Switchblade: A loitering munition system, also known as a kamikaze drone, designed for precision strikes against enemy targets. Competitors include Elbit Systems, and UVision Air Ltd.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The UAS market is experiencing rapid growth, driven by increasing demand for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities, as well as expanding commercial applications such as infrastructure inspection, agriculture, and delivery services. The market is also being impacted by international conflicts, with drones playing a significant role.
Positioning
AeroVironment is a leader in small UAS, with a strong reputation for innovation, reliability, and performance. Its products are used by military, government, and commercial customers worldwide. Its competitive advantage lies in its focus on small, tactical UAS and its established relationships with key customers.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market for UAS is estimated to be in the tens of billions of dollars annually and is rapidly growing. AeroVironment is well-positioned to capture a significant share of this market, particularly in the small UAS segment.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Leading provider of small UAS
- Strong brand reputation and customer relationships
- Innovative technology and product development
- Established presence in the defense market
- Diversified product portfolio
Weaknesses
- Reliance on government contracts
- Vulnerable to changes in defense spending
- Competition from larger defense contractors
- Potential for technological obsolescence
- Relatively small scale compared to competitors
Opportunities
- Expanding commercial UAS market
- Increasing demand for ISR capabilities
- Growing adoption of UAS in law enforcement and border security
- Strategic partnerships and acquisitions
- New product development and innovation
Threats
- Intense competition
- Technological advancements by competitors
- Changes in government regulations
- Economic downturns
- Cybersecurity threats
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- LMT
- BA
- RTX
- TDY
- Kratos Defense & Security Solutions (KTOS)
Competitive Landscape
AeroVironment faces intense competition from larger defense contractors and specialized UAS manufacturers. Its advantages include its focus on small UAS, its strong brand reputation, and its innovative technology. However, it is smaller in scale than many of its competitors.
Major Acquisitions
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- Year: 2022
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 45.4
- Strategic Rationale: The acquisition of Telerob, a leader in ground robotic solutions, expands AeroVironment's portfolio into the unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) market and broadens its customer base.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: AeroVironment has experienced strong revenue growth in recent years, driven by increased demand for its UAS products. However, profitability has been more volatile due to fluctuations in government spending and competitive pressures.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates project continued revenue growth for AeroVironment, driven by both military and commercial UAS markets. Profitability is expected to improve as the company scales its operations and introduces new products. (Estimate from multiple sources)
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding its international sales efforts, developing new UAS platforms, and investing in advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence and autonomy.
Summary
AeroVironment is a leading provider of small UAS with a strong reputation and innovative technology. It benefits from growing demand in both military and commercial markets. However, it faces intense competition and relies heavily on government contracts. Strategic acquisitions and product diversification are crucial for future growth and profitability.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- SEC Filings (10-K, 10-Q), Investor Relations, Company Website, Market Research Reports, Analyst Estimates
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial advice. Market share data is based on estimates and may vary depending on the source. Investment decisions should be based on thorough research and consultation with a qualified financial advisor.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About AeroVironment Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Arlington, VA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2007-01-23 | Chairman of the Board, President & CEO Mr. Wahid Nawabi | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Aerospace & Defense | Full time employees 1456 | Website https://www.avinc.com |
Full time employees 1456 | Website https://www.avinc.com |
AeroVironment, Inc. designs, develops, produces, delivers, and supports a portfolio of robotic systems and related services for government agencies and businesses in the United States and internationally. It operates in two segments, Autonomous Systems; and Space, Cyber and Directed Energy. The company provides uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS), which include small and medium UAS, and kinesis command and control software; and counter-UAS and precision strike, a loitering munitions solution that deliver actionable intelligence and precision firepower modern warfighters, including precision strike, radio frequency and kinetic C-UAS, and electronic warfare systems. It also offers autonomy, AI, and platform technologies; unmanned maritime; uncrewed ground systems; and high-altitude pseudo-satellites. The company provides digital beamforming technology, a multi-band/beam software defined antenna tile that allows simultaneous communication with multiple satellites; laser communications, a data transmission systems for space operations; space-qualified hardware for line of sight stabilization and control electronics in low, medium, and geostationary earth orbit, as well as cislunar orbits; phased array antenna technology to supports hypersonic telemetry and tracking, and other missile testing; and directed energy solution. It also offers cyber solution for national security and defense operations; and HaloCortex OSINT, an AI-powered OSINT analysis platform to provide insights and solve department of defense and commercial challenges. AeroVironment, Inc. was incorporated in 1971 and is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.

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