AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV) — Stock Score Summary

AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV) has a MoatMap StockRank of 6/100 based on Quality (41/100), Value (23/100), and Momentum (20/100) factor scores. The current signal is STRONG SELL. AeroVironment is a key beneficiary of the global shift towards unmanned systems and loitering munitions, driven by ongoing geopolitical conflicts. While the order book is expanding rapidly, the business is lumpy, capital-intensive, and currently priced for perfection, aligning with the quant model's caution. We flag this to monitor execution on its massive backlog.

AeroVironment, Inc. designs, develops, produces, and supports unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), tactical missile systems, and high-altitude pseudo-satellites (HAPS) for defense and commercial markets. The company is a leading innovator in autonomous systems, benefiting from long-standing relationships with defense agencies and proprietary technology in small UAS and HAPS. It is a specialized aerospace and defense technology company, recognized for its pioneering work in electric-powered unmanned aerial vehicles and advanced reconnaissance solutions.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$176.51
Market Cap$10.8B
P/E (Forward)50.68
Price/Book2.38
Return on Equity-8.7%
Return on Invested Capital4.4%
Debt/Equity19.34
Gross Margin25.0%
Operating Margin-5.1%
Revenue Growth143.4%
Free Cash Flow$-304M

AeroVironment, Inc. operates in the Aerospace & Defense industry, part of the Industrials sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is AeroVironment, Inc.’s (AVAV) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV) is 6/100, with a Strong Sell signal. It is a composite of Quality (41), Value (23), and Momentum (20) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does AeroVironment, Inc. have an economic moat?
AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV) has a Quality factor score of 41/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is AeroVironment, Inc. a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV) is Strong Sell, based on a StockRank of 6/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is AeroVironment, Inc. in?
AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV) operates in the Industrials sector, specifically the Aerospace & Defense industry (United States).