AVAV
AeroVironment, Inc. · Industrials · Aerospace & Defense
Last
$149.31
+$8.09 (+5.73%) 4:00 PM ET
After hours $148.11 −$1.20 (−0.80%) 9:57 PM ET
Prev close $141.22
Open $146.17
Day high $151.66
Day low $143.64
Volume 2,113,687
Avg vol 1,932,796
Mkt cap
$7.15B
P/E ratio
-27.91
FY Revenue
$1.98B
EPS
-5.35
Gross Margin
25.33%
Sector
Industrials
AI report sections
AVAV
AeroVironment, Inc.
AeroVironment combines rapid top-line expansion and a strong liquidity profile with negative profitability, deeply negative free cash flow, and an elevated valuation multiple. Price action shows substantial 12‑month gains and a positive one‑month rebound but also recent downside pressure, a price below the Ichimoku cloud, and a bearish MACD cross. Short interest and recent news flow indicate heightened event and sentiment risk following a government contract stop‑work order.
AI summarized at 2:10 AM ET, 2026-01-29
AI summary scores
INTRADAY: 48 SWING: 52 LONG: 38
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
−2% (Below avg)
Vol/Avg: 0.98×
RSI
39.78 (Weak)
Weak (30–40)
MACD momentum
Intraday
+0.02 (Strong)
MACD: 0.34 Signal: 0.32
Short-Term
-1.39 (Weak)
MACD: -7.56 Signal: -6.17
Long-Term
-1.22 (Weak)
MACD: -11.21 Signal: -10.00
Intraday trend score 50.82

Latest news

AVAV 12 articles Positive: 2 Neutral: 1 Negative: 9
Neutral GlobeNewswire Inc. • Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer Llp
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.

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Sentiment note

Mentioned only as a separate class action case with no details provided in the main article content; insufficient information to determine sentiment.

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Rosen Law Firm
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.

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Sentiment note

The company is the subject of a securities class action lawsuit alleging material misstatements regarding competitive risks and business prospects related to major U.S. Space Force contracts. Investors suffered damages when the true details entered the market, indicating significant corporate misconduct and financial impact.

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Kahn Swick & Foti, Llc
AeroVironment, Inc. Notice of July 27, 2026 Application Deadline for Class Action Lawsuit - Contact Lewis Kahn, Esq. at Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC, Before Application Deadline

A securities class action lawsuit has been filed against AeroVironment, Inc. for allegedly failing to disclose material information about imminent competition for U.S. Space Force contracts during the period of June 25, 2025 to March 10, 2026. The company is accused of overstating its business and financial prospects through false and misleading statements. Investors who suffered losses during this period have until July 27, 2026 to request lead plaintiff status.

AVAV class action lawsuit securities fraud material omissions U.S. Space Force contracts undisclosed competition investor losses
Sentiment note

The company is the subject of a securities fraud class action lawsuit alleging material misstatements and omissions regarding competitive threats and business prospects. Investors who purchased securities during the class period suffered losses, indicating significant negative impact on shareholder value and company reputation.

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman Llc
Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman LLC Urges AeroVironment, Inc. Investors to Act: Class Action Filed Alleging Investor Harm

A class action lawsuit has been filed against AeroVironment, Inc. alleging that the company made materially false and misleading statements regarding its business prospects. Specifically, the complaint claims AeroVironment understated competition it would face for work related to the SCAR program and U.S. Space Force modernization efforts, thereby overstating its financial prospects. Investors who purchased AeroVironment securities between June 25, 2025 and March 10, 2026 are encouraged to join the case, with a lead plaintiff deadline of July 27, 2026.

AVAV class action lawsuit securities fraud AeroVironment SCAR program U.S. Space Force investor harm misleading statements
Sentiment note

The company is the subject of a securities fraud class action lawsuit alleging material misstatements about business prospects and competitive position. The allegations suggest management made false or misleading statements regarding the company's financial outlook and market conditions, which typically results in significant investor losses and reputational damage.

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Rosen Law Firm
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

Rosen Law Firm is notifying investors in AeroVironment, First Solar, and Veritone of ongoing securities class action lawsuits. AeroVironment faces allegations of understating competition risks and overstating business prospects related to U.S. Space Force contracts. Investors with significant losses are encouraged to secure legal counsel before upcoming deadlines.

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Sentiment note

Company is subject to securities class action lawsuit alleging false and misleading statements regarding competition risks and business prospects related to U.S. Space Force contracts (SCAR and SCN programs). Investors suffered damages when true details entered the market.

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd Llp
AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV) Investors with Substantial Losses Have Opportunity to Lead Class Action Lawsuit, Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP Announces

A class action lawsuit has been filed against AeroVironment for allegedly making false statements about its business prospects related to the U.S. Space Force's SCAR program. After a stop work order in January 2026 and subsequent contract termination in March 2026, the company's stock fell significantly and it reported a $151.3 million goodwill impairment. Investors with substantial losses can seek appointment as lead plaintiff by July 27, 2026.

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Sentiment note

The company is facing a securities fraud class action lawsuit alleging it made false and misleading statements about its business prospects. The company experienced significant stock price declines (16%, 17%, and 6% on separate dates), a $151.3 million goodwill impairment, and loss of a major U.S. Space Force contract, indicating serious operational and financial deterioration.

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Robbins Llp
AVAV Lead Plaintiff Deadline Approaching: Robbins LLP Urges Stockholders to Contact the Firm for Information in Advance of the July 27, 2026 Deadline

A class action lawsuit has been filed against AeroVironment, Inc. for allegedly misleading investors about the viability of its SCAR program involvement. The company faced a U.S. government stop work order in January 2026 and subsequent contract termination in March 2026, resulting in a $151.3 million goodwill impairment and significant stock price declines. The lead plaintiff deadline is July 27, 2026.

AVAV class action lawsuit SCAR program BADGER systems stop work order contract termination goodwill impairment securities fraud
Sentiment note

The company is facing a class action lawsuit for allegedly misleading investors about the SCAR program's viability and profitability. The U.S. government issued a stop work order and subsequently terminated the contract, leading to a $151.3 million goodwill impairment and stock price declines of over 15% and 6.24% on respective announcement dates.

Positive Investing.com • Jeffrey Neal Johnson
AeroVironment Flies Under Wall Street’s Radar Toward a $4 Billion Target

AeroVironment has experienced a 38% year-to-date stock decline following analyst downgrades of its aggressive $3.5-4 billion fiscal 2030 revenue target. However, the company's Q4 2026 results show record $642M quarterly revenue (31% YoY growth) and 22% Adjusted EBITDA margins, already exceeding management's 2030 margin targets of 18-20%. With a $2.7 billion backlog, a $500M sole-source Pentagon contract, and positioning in the growing unmanned systems market, the article argues the stock is undervalued and the sell-off is driven by short-selling mechanics rather than fundamental deterioration.

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Sentiment note

Despite recent 38% stock decline, the company demonstrates strong operational fundamentals with record Q4 revenue of $642M (31% YoY growth), 22% EBITDA margins exceeding 2030 targets, a $2.7B backlog, and a $500M sole-source Pentagon contract. The article argues the stock decline is driven by short-selling mechanics and analyst skepticism rather than business deterioration, presenting an asymmetric opportunity as backlog converts to revenue.

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Bleichmar Fonti & Auld Llp
AeroVironment (NASDAQ:AVAV) SCAR Contract Cancellation Triggers Securities Fraud Class Action – Investors Notified to Contact BFA Law about the Lawsuit

A securities fraud class action lawsuit has been filed against AeroVironment (NASDAQ:AVAV) after its stock plummeted 17% following the U.S. Space Force's cancellation of its SCAR contract for BADGER antenna systems. The company allegedly misled investors about the contract's status and likelihood of competition. AeroVironment also announced a $151.3 million goodwill impairment related to the BlueHalo acquisition and restated financial statements.

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Sentiment note

Company faces securities fraud allegations for misleading investors about its SCAR contract prospects. Stock declined significantly (15-17%) following contract cancellation and stop work order. Company reported substantial operating losses and $151.3 million goodwill impairment, requiring financial restatement.

Positive Investing.com • Thomas Hughes
Drone Stocks Are Down, But Defense Backlogs Tell a Different Story

Despite significant stock price declines in 2026, drone and defense companies AeroVironment, Red Cat Holdings, and Kratos Defense are positioned for growth due to record backlogs, funded contracts, and strong tailwinds from Pentagon's shift to unmanned systems and Western de-risking from Chinese defense technology. The 2027 defense budget includes nearly $75 billion for unmanned systems, supporting long-term revenue and earnings strength.

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Sentiment note

Despite losing a $1.7B contract, the company has a strong $1.2B fully-funded backlog, 1.4 book-to-bill ratio, and new business wins including a $500M counter-drone contract. Analysts maintain Moderate Buy rating with 67% upside potential, and institutional ownership exceeds 85%.

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Pomerantz Llp
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 covers investors who purchased AeroVironment securities between June 25, 2025 and March 10, 2026. Defendants allegedly made false statements about the SCAR program's growth prospects while understating competition risks. The U.S. Space Force issued a stop work order in January 2026, terminated the contract in March 2026, and subsequently announced plans to diversify suppliers using commercial off-the-shelf solutions instead of a single-vendor bespoke solution, causing significant stock price declines.

AVAV class action lawsuit securities fraud SCAR program BADGER systems stop work order contract termination goodwill impairment
Sentiment note

Company faces class action lawsuit for alleged securities fraud and material misstatements regarding SCAR program prospects. U.S. Space Force terminated the contract, resulting in $151.3 million goodwill impairment and significant stock price declines (15.77%, 17.42%, and 6.24% on separate dates). The company's major revenue growth driver was eliminated as the Space Force shifted to diversified suppliers using commercial solutions.

Negative GlobeNewswire Inc. • Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman Llc
Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman LLC Urges AeroVironment, Inc. Investors to Act: Class Action Filed Alleging Investor Harm

A class action lawsuit has been filed against AeroVironment, Inc. alleging that the company made materially false and misleading statements regarding its business prospects during the period from June 25, 2025 to March 10, 2026. The complaint claims AeroVironment understated competitive threats related to the SCAR program and U.S. Space Force modernization efforts, thereby overstating its financial prospects. Investors who purchased AeroVironment securities during this period are encouraged to join the case, with a lead plaintiff deadline of July 27, 2026.

AVAV class action lawsuit securities fraud AeroVironment SCAR program U.S. Space Force investor harm materially false statements
Sentiment note

The company is the subject of a securities fraud class action lawsuit alleging material misstatements about competitive threats and business prospects, which directly harms investor confidence and indicates potential financial and reputational damage.

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