AeroVironment (NASDAQ:AVAV) Director Sells $47,995.00 in Stock

AeroVironment, Inc. (NASDAQ:AVAV) Director Stephen Page sold 250 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction on Monday, August 17th. The stock was sold at an average price of $191.98, for a total value of $47,995.00. Following the completion of the sale, the director directly owned 48,503 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $9,311,605.94. The trade was a 0.51% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through this hyperlink. The transaction was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan.

AeroVironment Stock Up 0.3%

Shares of AeroVironment stock opened at $160.22 on Friday. The company has a current ratio of 4.30, a quick ratio of 3.59 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.17. AeroVironment, Inc. has a 12-month low of $135.20 and a 12-month high of $417.86. The company has a market cap of $8.14 billion, a P/E ratio of -43.54, a PEG ratio of 5.43 and a beta of 1.41. The company’s fifty day simple moving average is $161.80 and its two-hundred day simple moving average is $190.56.

AeroVironment (NASDAQ:AVAV) last posted its earnings results on Monday, June 29th. The aerospace company reported $1.84 EPS for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $1.47 by $0.37. The firm had revenue of $641.62 million during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $555.97 million. AeroVironment had a negative net margin of 9.00% and a positive return on equity of 3.71%. The company’s quarterly revenue was up 133.3% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period last year, the company posted $1.61 EPS. AeroVironment has set its FY 2027 guidance at 3.020-3.340 EPS. Research analysts anticipate that AeroVironment, Inc. will post 3.26 EPS for the current year.

Wall Street Analyst Weigh In

AVAV has been the subject of several research reports. William Blair reissued an “outperform” rating on shares of AeroVironment in a research report on Wednesday, July 15th. Wedbush started coverage on AeroVironment in a research report on Tuesday, June 30th. They set an “outperform” rating and a $250.00 price target on the stock. UBS Group reaffirmed a “buy” rating on shares of AeroVironment in a research note on Thursday, July 9th. Needham & Company LLC reiterated a “buy” rating and issued a $225.00 price objective on shares of AeroVironment in a report on Thursday, July 9th. Finally, Citigroup reissued a “market outperform” rating on shares of AeroVironment in a research report on Tuesday, July 28th. Two equities research analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, eighteen have issued a Buy rating, three have assigned a Hold rating and one has given a Sell rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat.com, the company presently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $266.68.

Hedge Funds Weigh In On AeroVironment

A number of institutional investors and hedge funds have recently made changes to their positions in AVAV. Sunbelt Securities Inc. purchased a new position in shares of AeroVironment during the first quarter valued at approximately $25,000. Hilton Head Capital Partners LLC purchased a new stake in shares of AeroVironment in the 4th quarter worth approximately $26,000. Whittier Trust Co. of Nevada Inc. bought a new position in AeroVironment during the 1st quarter valued at approximately $28,000. Hazlett Burt & Watson Inc. increased its position in AeroVironment by 90.0% during the 4th quarter. Hazlett Burt & Watson Inc. now owns 133 shares of the aerospace company’s stock valued at $32,000 after buying an additional 63 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Toth Financial Advisory Corp purchased a new position in AeroVironment during the second quarter valued at $33,000. Institutional investors own 86.38% of the company’s stock.

AeroVironment News Roundup

Here are the key news stories impacting AeroVironment this week:

• Positive Sentiment: New U.S. drone tariffs could benefit AVAV. President Trump’s August 13 proclamation imposes broad tariffs on foreign drone imports, potentially steering demand toward U.S. manufacturers such as AeroVironment and supporting domestic pricing, production and market share. Trump’s New Drone Tariffs Give AeroVironment, Kratos and Red Cat a Policy Tailwind
• Positive Sentiment: Greek joint venture expands AeroVironment’s European footprint. AV Eagle, formed with Eyeonix SA, will establish localized production and technology capabilities in Greece after receiving foreign-investment approval. The venture could improve access to European defense programs, strengthen supply-chain resilience and position AVAV to participate in the region’s growing counter-drone market. AeroVironment to Establish Industrial Presence in Greece Through AV Eagle
• Positive Sentiment: Propulsion investments support longer-term growth. AeroVironment is expanding electric, hybrid and unmanned-aircraft propulsion capabilities, potentially broadening its addressable markets beyond current defense platforms. Clear Street also initiated coverage with a Buy rating, adding to generally favorable analyst sentiment. Can AeroVironment’s Propulsion Capabilities Support Future Growth?
• Neutral Sentiment: Recent operating momentum remains strong, but valuation is demanding. The latest reported quarter included $641.6 million in revenue, up 133.3% year over year, and EPS of $1.84 versus a $1.47 consensus estimate. However, AVAV remains unprofitable on a trailing basis, trades below its 200-day moving average and carries a high PEG ratio, leaving the stock sensitive to execution and future-growth expectations.
• Negative Sentiment: Shareholder-law-firm investigations add headline risk. Berger Montague and Grabar Law Office are investigating whether AeroVironment’s board properly disclosed potential competition for U.S. Space Force SCAR program work. The claims are allegations, but any litigation, disclosure findings or related costs could pressure investor confidence. Berger Montague investigates AeroVironment’s board
• Negative Sentiment: A director’s stock sale is a minor cautionary signal. Director Stephen Page sold 250 shares worth approximately $48,000 under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 plan. Because the sale was small relative to his remaining holdings and scheduled in advance, its direct impact is likely limited.

AeroVironment Company Profile

AeroVironment, Inc (NASDAQ:AVAV) is a technology company specializing in unmanned aerial systems (UAS), tactical missiles and precision loitering munitions, electric vehicle charging and scalable energy systems. Headquartered in Monrovia, California, the company develops solutions for defense, public safety and commercial markets. Their offerings include small UAS for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, as well as advanced weapons systems designed to meet the needs of modern military operations.

The company’s unmanned aerial systems portfolio features platforms such as the Raven, Puma and Switchblade series, which are deployed by the U.S.