AVAV
Aerovironment (AVAV)
NASDAQ
$140.88+$0.06 (+0.04%)
Price as of Oct 02, 2026 7:58 PM EDT
  • $7.2B
    Market Cap
  • -62.41%
    1-Year Change
  • Aerospace & Defense
    Industry

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  • Earnings Score: 43
  • Momentum Score: 15
  • True Yield: N/A
  • Financial Health Score: 79
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Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is Investigating Aerovironment, Inc. on Behalf of Long-Term Stockholders and Encourages Investors to Contact the Firm

Law firm Bragar Eagel & Squire is investigating Aerovironment Inc. on behalf of long-term stockholders following a class action complaint filed in May 2026. The lawsuit alleges that the company's board made false statements and failed to disclose material facts regarding potential competition for work related to the Satellite Communication Augmentation Resource program and U.S. Space Force satellite modernization efforts.

09/21/2026, 4:58 PM • GlobeNewswire

Drones Stock AeroVironment Is Now a Space Stock, Too

AeroVironment's $4.1 billion acquisition of Blue Halo has transformed it into a space and defense technology company. While Blue Halo recently secured a $99.8 million Pentagon space contract, the SCDE division remains unprofitable, and revenue from the contract will be spread over five years, limiting near-term impact on profitability.

09/20/2026, 7:07 AM • The Motley Fool

Nominal Partners with AeroVironment to Power Accelerated Test and Production Data for Mission-Critical Hardware at Scale

Nominal, a test and operations data platform for hardware engineering teams, announced a strategic collaboration with AeroVironment (NASDAQ: AVAV) to support the defense contractor's scaled production of autonomous systems and uncrewed aircraft. The partnership enables AeroVironment to integrate test data capture, cross-team review, and traceability across multiple programs and manufacturing facilities while maintaining quality and rigor during rapid industrialization.

09/14/2026, 11:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

Stock Market Midday, Sept. 10: Surging Oil Prices Pressure Markets Again

Major U.S. stock indices declined on September 10, 2026, as surging oil prices above $106 per barrel pressured markets amid Middle East tensions. The S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow Jones all fell approximately 0.4-0.5%. AeroVironment surged 10% on strong earnings, while Apple gained 2.86% following its foldable iPhone launch. Traders priced in a 70% likelihood of a Fed rate hike at the upcoming FOMC meeting.

09/10/2026, 12:31 PM • The Motley Fool

Iran Tensions Highlight Defense Supply Gaps Poised to Lift 2 Stocks

Rising tensions around Iran and disruptions in shipping lanes are exposing critical defense supply shortages in munitions, sensors, and drones. AeroVironment and L3Harris Technologies are positioned to benefit from increased demand for loitering munitions, missiles, and battlefield communications systems, with strong backlogs and government contracts. However, execution risks, political cycles, and budget constraints remain key concerns.

08/10/2026, 1:30 AM • The Motley Fool

AEROVIRONMENT, INC. (NASDAQ: AVAV) SHAREHOLDER INVESTIGATION ALERT: Bernstein Liebhard Investigates Potential Breaches of Fiduciary Duty

Bernstein Liebhard LLP, an investor rights law firm, has announced investigations into potential breaches of fiduciary duty by directors and officers at AeroVironment, Capricor Therapeutics, and Calix. The firm is seeking to determine whether company leadership fulfilled obligations to shareholders and whether legal remedies may be available. Current shareholders are encouraged to contact the firm for consultation.

08/04/2026, 12:47 PM • GlobeNewswire

Military Drone Market Size to Hit USD 42.80 Billion by 2035 as AI-Powered Autonomous Defense Systems Accelerate Global Growth | SNS Insider

The global military drone market is projected to grow from USD 16.50 billion in 2025 to USD 42.80 billion by 2035, with a CAGR of 10.0%. Growth is driven by AI-powered autonomous systems, defense modernization, increased demand for ISR capabilities, and border security investments. The U.S. market is expected to expand from USD 6.31 billion to USD 16.22 billion, while Europe grows from USD 4.19 billion to USD 10.14 billion.

08/04/2026, 6:48 AM • GlobeNewswire

DEADLINE ALERT for AVAV, CALX, ZTS, and LCID: The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz Reminds Investors of Class Actions on Behalf of Shareholders

Class action lawsuits have been filed against AeroVironment, Calix, Zoetis, and Lucid Group, alleging that company executives made materially false statements and failed to disclose material adverse facts about their businesses. The lawsuits cover various issues including understated competition, supply chain problems, declining product adoption, and manufacturing disruptions. Lead plaintiff deadlines range from July 27-28, 2026.

07/27/2026, 10:49 AM • GlobeNewswire

ROSEN, A LEADING INVESTOR RIGHTS LAW FIRM, Encourages Cogent Communications Holdings, Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action - CCOI

Rosen Law Firm has filed securities class action lawsuits against Cogent Communications Holdings, Futu Holdings Limited, and AeroVironment, Inc. The Cogent lawsuit alleges materially false statements regarding optical wavelength backlog, customer demand, revenue targets, dividend sustainability, and insider stock pledging activities. Investors who purchased shares during specified class periods may be eligible for compensation. Lead plaintiff deadlines and joining instructions are provided.

07/25/2026, 6:38 AM • GlobeNewswire

Stock Market Today, July 21: Micron Surges 12% as Semiconductor Strength Lifts Nasdaq

Major stock indices gained on July 21, 2026, with the Nasdaq rising 1.29%, S&P 500 up 0.89%, and Dow Jones adding 0.74%. Semiconductor stocks led the rally, with Micron surging 12% and SanDisk soaring 14%. AMD gained 8% following its AI deal with Microsoft, while General Motors and AeroVironment also posted gains. The rally occurred despite geopolitical tensions and tariff concerns, with strong AI demand from South Korea supporting chip stocks.

07/21/2026, 5:03 PM • The Motley Fool

Pomerantz Law Firm Announces the Filing of a Class Action Against AeroVironment, Inc. and Certain Officers – AVAV

Pomerantz LLP filed a class action lawsuit against AeroVironment and certain officers for alleged securities fraud. The lawsuit claims defendants made false statements about the SCAR program's growth prospects while understating competition risks. AeroVironment's stock fell significantly following a government stop work order in January 2026, contract termination in March 2026, and the Space Force's decision to diversify suppliers and use commercial off-the-shelf solutions instead of a single-vendor bespoke solution.

07/21/2026, 1:44 PM • GlobeNewswire

AI Expectations Hit a Fever Pitch

Despite posting record profits, semiconductor and AI-related stocks are experiencing significant selloffs as investors question whether expectations have gotten ahead of fundamentals. Samsung's 19x profit increase triggered a Korean market circuit breaker, while hyperscalers like Amazon and Alphabet continue massive capital spending on AI infrastructure. The defense sector is shifting toward smaller, cheaper drones and digitalization, with Lockheed Martin acquiring Ultra Maritime for sonar capabilities.

07/19/2026, 6:26 PM • The Motley Fool

AEROVIRONMENT DEADLINE: ROSEN, TRUSTED INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages AeroVironment, Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action - AVAV

A securities class action lawsuit has been filed against AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV) alleging the company made false and misleading statements regarding competition for U.S. Space Force contracts (SCAR and SCN programs). Investors who purchased securities between June 25, 2025 and March 10, 2026 may be eligible for compensation. The lead plaintiff deadline is July 27, 2026.

07/18/2026, 8:31 AM • GlobeNewswire

Kaplan Fox Encourages PicS N.V. (NASDAQ: PICS) Investors to Contact the Firm Before the Deadline on August 4, 2026

Kaplan Fox has filed a class action lawsuit against PicS N.V. on behalf of IPO investors, alleging the company made false statements and failed to disclose material information about deficient credit evaluation procedures, reclassification of R$590 million in exposures to Stage 3, and undisclosed credit quality deterioration. PicS shares fell 22.5% following the March 2026 earnings announcement and have declined over 50% from the $19 IPO price.

07/16/2026, 10:45 AM • GlobeNewswire

AVAV DEADLINE: ROSEN, TRUSTED INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages AeroVironment, Inc. Investors with Losses in Excess of $100K to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action - AVAV

A securities class action lawsuit has been filed against AeroVironment, Inc. for allegedly making false and misleading statements about competition risks related to U.S. Space Force contracts (SCAR and SCN programs). Investors who purchased securities between June 25, 2025 and March 10, 2026 may be eligible for compensation. The lead plaintiff deadline is July 27, 2026.

07/15/2026, 1:47 PM • GlobeNewswire

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Statistics

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Day Range
$138.31
$142.72
$140.82
1-Year Range
$136.68
$409.83
$140.82
Latest Close$140.82
Change
+$0.51 (+0.36%)
Volume1,278,133
Market Cap$7.2B
Shares Outstanding50.8M
P/E (TTM)171.29
Diluted EPS (TTM)$0.82
Enterprise Value$7.6B

Information as of 10/02/2026

Company Profile

AEROVIRONMENT INC
AEROVIRONMENT INC
https://www.avinc.com
$7.2B
Market Cap
$41.0M
Net Income
Sector: Industrials
Industry: Aerospace & Defense
241 18th Street South, Arlington, VA, United States, 22202
703 418 2828

AeroVironment, Inc., a defense technology provider, 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. The company 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; and uncrewed ground systems. 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 solutions for national security and defense operations. AeroVironment, Inc. was incorporated in 1971 and is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.

Key Executives

  • Sean T. Woodward
  • Kevin Patrick McDonnell
  • Trace E. Stevenson
  • Wahid Nawabi
  • Melissa Ann Brown

Current Ownership Distribution

  • Institutions499.7M (56.84%)
  • Mutual Funds339.0M (38.57%)
  • Insiders40.3M (4.59%)
  • Other0 (0.00%)