AeroVironment, Inc. is a leading innovator in the field of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Based in Arlington, Virginia, the company specializes in designing, developing, and manufacturing advanced robotic systems for both government and commercial use globally. Its product lineup includes small to medium drones, tactical missile systems, and high-altitude pseudo-satellites, catering primarily to the U.S. Department of Defense, federal agencies, and allied international governments. AeroVironment also provides comprehensive support services, including training, repair, and operational assistance for its systems.
Funded backlog hit a record $1.5 billion, up 37% year over year, and the drone maker came in at more than double expectations after sliding 4.7% into the earnings report. Autonomous Systems revenue grew 21%, enough to cover a 21% drop in space, cyber and directed energy, with full-year guidance reaffirmed.
Down 4.65% to $141.86 hours before the defense-drone maker reports earnings today, so the position you hold into the close is a bet made blind. Guidance is the number that decides the next leg.
AeroVironment reports at 4:10 PM ET today, and the number that matters is the backlog: it tells you whether Pentagon drone and loitering-munition budgets are actually converting into signed orders for the $7.6 billion defense name. Guidance will set the tone for the whole small-cap drone trade.
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