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AeroVironment Inc (AVAV)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/16/2025: AVAV (3-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Moderate Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, typically align with the market average, offering steady but unremarkable returns.
Number of Analysts
7 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $304.27
1 Year Target Price $304.27
| 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 PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  5.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/16/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 12.53B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 304.27 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 304.27 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 7 | Beta 1.02 | 52 Weeks Range 102.25 - 295.90 | Updated Date 09/15/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 102.25 - 295.90 | Updated Date 09/15/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.65 |
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 2025-09-09 | When After Market | Estimate 0.34 | Actual 0.32 |
Profitability
Profit Margin -4.14% | Operating Margin (TTM) -15.24% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -0.55% | Return on Equity (TTM) -1.7% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 129.87 | Enterprise Value 12277437619 | Price to Sales(TTM) 11.54 |
Enterprise Value 12277437619 | Price to Sales(TTM) 11.54 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 11.31 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 164.76 | Shares Outstanding 49932200 | Shares Floating 37475120 |
Shares Outstanding 49932200 | Shares Floating 37475120 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.81 | Percent Institutions 83.16 |
Upturn AI SWOT
AeroVironment Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
AeroVironment, Inc. was founded in 1971 by Dr. Paul MacCready, initially focusing on innovative transportation solutions. It gained recognition for its work in electric vehicles and solar-powered aircraft before shifting its focus to unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and related technologies.
Core Business Areas
- Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS): Designs, develops, produces, and supports a portfolio of small UAS for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions. Key products include Raven, Puma, and Wasp AE.
- Medium UAS: Development and production of medium unmanned aerial systems for ISR and strike missions. The VAPOR helicopter platform fits into this category.
- MacCready Works: Focuses on advanced innovation and development of new technologies, often including autonomous systems and robotics.
- All Environment Group (AEG): Provides charging solutions, and related services for electric vehicles.
Leadership and Structure
Wahid Nawabi serves as the Chairman, President, and CEO. The company has a typical corporate structure with functional departments such as Engineering, Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Operations, reporting to the CEO.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Raven: A small, hand-launched UAS used for reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition. The Raven is one of the most widely adopted UAS of its kind in the world. Competitors include Elbit Systems and Lockheed Martin in the small UAS market. Estimated market share within small UAS is significant but difficult to quantify precisely due to the segmented nature of defense contracts.
- Puma AE: A small UAS designed for land and maritime operations, providing ISR capabilities. Competitors include Insitu (Boeing) and Textron. Specific market share data is not readily available but it maintains a strong position in its segment.
- Wasp AE: A miniature UAS for close-range ISR, ideal for dismounted soldiers. Competitors include FLIR Systems (Teledyne FLIR). It has a strong presence in military contracts. Market share is relevant, but again, specific numbers are hard to determine.
- VAPOR: A versatile helicopter UAS platform designed for ISR and strike missions, with capabilities for autonomous flight and payload delivery. Competitors include other helicopter UAS developers like Northrop Grumman and Lockheed Martin. Specific market share data is not readily available.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The UAS market is experiencing significant growth, driven by increasing demand for ISR capabilities in defense, security, and commercial applications. Key trends include miniaturization, autonomy, and expanded sensor payloads.
Positioning
AeroVironment is a leading provider of small UAS, particularly in the defense sector. Its competitive advantages include its established relationships with military customers, a diverse product portfolio, and a reputation for innovation.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global UAS market is projected to reach hundreds of billions of dollars. AeroVironment is positioned well in a large addressable market, especially in the small and medium UAS segments, and is expanding its offerings to address a wider range of customer needs. The company also has a role in the EV charging sector which has a projected TAM in the trillions.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand recognition in the small UAS market
- Established relationships with U.S. and international defense customers
- Diverse product portfolio
- Technological innovation
- Recurring revenue from support services
Weaknesses
- Dependence on government contracts
- Competition from larger defense contractors
- Potential impact from changes in defense spending priorities
- Supply chain vulnerabilities
- Profitability fluctuations
Opportunities
- Expanding into commercial UAS markets
- Developing new UAS capabilities, such as autonomous flight and advanced sensors
- Increasing international sales
- Acquiring complementary technologies or companies
- Growing demand for electric vehicle charging solutions
Threats
- Increased competition from new entrants
- Technological obsolescence
- Regulatory changes affecting UAS operations
- Geopolitical instability
- Cybersecurity risks
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- LMT
- BA
- TDY
- RTX
Competitive Landscape
AeroVironment's advantages include its focus on small UAS, its established relationships with military customers, and its innovative culture. Disadvantages include competition from larger defense contractors and dependence on government contracts.
Major Acquisitions
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- Year: 2022
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 45.5
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded AeroVironment's portfolio of intelligent, multi-domain robotic systems with a focus on solutions for military, law enforcement and commercial customers.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: AeroVironment has experienced growth driven by increased demand for its UAS products, particularly in the defense sector. Fluctuations can occur based on contract awards and government spending cycles.
Future Projections: Future growth projections depend on continued demand for UAS in defense and commercial markets, successful product development, and expansion into new markets. Analyst estimates vary.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include expanding its product portfolio, pursuing international sales opportunities, and investing in research and development.
Summary
AeroVironment is a leading provider of small UAS, with strong relationships with the US military. The company is in a growth market where the demand for ISR and strike capabilities in defense and security continues to increase. Dependence on government contracts and stiff competition remain challenges for the company to watch out for. AeroVironment is innovating and acquiring companies to further its strategic position.
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Sources and Disclaimers
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Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market share estimates are approximate and may vary. Real-time financial data was unavailable.
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.
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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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