AAR Corp.'s expanding MRO capacity, strong liquidity and low debt underscore its growth outlook, making the stock a compelling aerospace pick.
Here is how AAR (AIR) and Safran SA (SAFRY) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.
AAR has divested its landing gear business, which has been a margin dragger for years. With the divestiture, management intends to expand margins. The Parts Supply business continues to grow significantly while being more margin accretive; however, the same hasn't been the case with the MRO business. The reason the MRO business is lagging in performance is due to the fact that most of AIR's hangars are at full capacity, and for further growth, the firm must expand capacity.
AAR (AIR) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?
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AAR Corporation delivered a strong Q1 2026 earnings beat, with 13% sales growth and significant margin expansion across segments. AIR benefits from robust MRO and parts demand, with capacity expansion planned for 2026, though higher feedstock costs and OEM supply pose risks. I am upgrading AIR to a strong buy with a $102.04 price target, reflecting 30% upside, based on EBITDA growth and peer group discount.
AAR Corp. (NYSE:AIR ) Q1 2026 Earnings Call September 23, 2025 5:00 PM EDT Company Participants Eric Pachapa - VP, Controller & Chief Accounting Officer John Holmes - Chairman, President & CEO Sean Gillen - Senior VP & CFO Conference Call Participants Kenneth Herbert - RBC Capital Markets, Research Division Michael Leshock - KeyBanc Capital Markets Inc., Research Division Scott Mikus - Melius Research LLC Samuel Struhsaker - Truist Securities, Inc., Research Division Noah Levitz - William Blair & Company L.L.C., Research Division Presentation Operator Hello, and thank you for standing by.
AIR extends its Cebu Pacific partnership through a multi-year deal, strengthening its aircraft MRO footprint in the Asia-Pacific market.
AIR's Mobility Systems unit wins a Defense Logistics Agency contract worth up to $85M to supply containers, shelters and accessories.
Investors need to pay close attention to AIR stock based on the movements in the options market lately.
AIR posts strong Q4 with EPS up 31.8% and sales jumping 14.9%, fueled by improved operating margin.
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