AeroVironment Inc is a technology company specializing in unmanned aircraft systems and related solutions for both military and commercial applications. The company designs, develops, and manufactures innovative drones and unmanned aerial vehicles that provide advanced surveillance, reconnaissance, and data collection capabilities. AeroVironment's products are deployed in various sectors, including defense, public safety, and agriculture, enhancing operational effectiveness and improving decision-making through high-quality aerial intelligence. Additionally, the company offers a range of services and support solutions to ensure the optimal performance of its systems. Read More
AeroVironment, Inc. (“AV”) (NASDAQ: AVAV), a global leader in autonomous systems and precision strike solutions, today announced receipt of a $186 million delivery order from the U.S. Army for Switchblade® 600 Block 2 and Switchblade® 300 Block 20 explosively formed penetrator (EFP) loitering munition systems.
AeroVironment has followed the market’s trajectory closely, rising in tandem with the S&P 500 over the past six months. The stock has climbed by 8.6% to $261.95 per share while the index has gained 6.2%.
AeroVironment, Inc. (“AV” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: AVAV), a global defense technology leader, today announced that Kevin McDonnell, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, has informed the Company of his decision to retire from AV, effective July 31, 2026.
Industrials businesses quietly power the physical things we depend on, from cars and homes to e-commerce infrastructure. They are also bound to benefit from a friendlier regulatory environment with the Trump administration,
and this excitement has led to a six-month gain of 23.5% for the sector - higher than the S&P 500’s 7.6% return.
AeroVironment, Inc. (“AV”) (NASDAQ: AVAV) will participate in the upcoming Citizens Technology Conference in San Francisco, California. AV Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Kevin McDonnell will take part in a fireside chat on March 2 at 6:30 p.m. ET | 5:30 p.m. CT | 3:30 p.m. PT. The fireside chat will be webcast live at the times listed above and archived on AV’s website at the link below:
AeroVironment Inc (NASDAQ:AVAV) shares are jumping higher Tuesday after JPMorgan kicked off coverage with an Overweight rating and a $320 price target.
Shares of aerospace and defense company AeroVironment (NASDAQ:AVAV)
jumped 7.7% in the afternoon session after JPMorgan initiated coverage on the stock with an 'Overweight' rating and a $320 price target.
The global defense sector has undergone a fundamental transformation in early 2026, transitioning from a traditional counter-cyclical hedge to a primary engine of market growth. As of February 17, 2026, the industry is riding a massive wave of momentum sparked by the "Super-Cycle" themes identified on February 10, when both
AeroVironment, Inc. (“AV”) (NASDAQ: AVAV), a global defense technology leader, today announced that Stephen Voline has joined the company as Senior Director of Washington Operations.
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