AeroVironment stock has rebounded to a crucial resistance level as traders waited for the upcoming earnings, which will shed more color on its growth amid the rising competition in the drone industry. AVAV jumped to $200, its highest swing on July 20th this year.
AeroVironment's 35.1% monthly surge comes amid strong defense demand, a $117.3 million Army contract and a new autonomous systems partnership.
In the closing of the recent trading day, AeroVironment (AVAV) stood at $193.81, denoting a -1.13% move from the preceding trading day.
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AeroVironment (AVAV) closed at $171.12 in the latest trading session, marking a +1.82% move from the prior day.
AeroVironment is undervalued despite surging drone demand and a robust defense budget backdrop. AVAV's addressable U.S. defense budget opportunity is under $5 billion, but its backlog and execution position it for strong multi-year growth. I expect a 13% sales CAGR, 20% EBITDA CAGR, and free cash flow turning positive next year, supporting a $214.68 price target (27% upside).
AeroVironment has transformed into a diversified defense company with strong positions in drones, counter-UAS, space, cyber, and autonomous systems. AVAV's revenue grew from $760M in FY24 to nearly $2B in FY26, with organic growth averaging 20% annually and a broadened customer base. Despite robust growth prospects and key program wins, AVAV trades at 46x 2027 earnings—leaving little margin for error and requiring flawless execution.
Investors have faded drone stocks in 2026. But many companies in this sector continue to deliver strong results.
AeroVironment is positioned at an inflection point, with contract wins validating topline growth and a major laser contract likely imminent. AVAV reaffirmed its 2030 guidance: targeting $4 billion revenue and 18-20% EBITDA margin, aiming to double revenue with 15-20% annual growth. Current valuation around 3x forward PS is considered cheap, with a discounted fair value estimate of $250–$260 per share based on 2030 projections.
AeroVironment (AVAV) closed the most recent trading day at $156.35, moving +1.37% from the previous trading session.
AeroVironment (AVAV) closed at $150.35 in the latest trading session, marking a +1.01% move from the prior day.
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