AeroVironment

AVAV

Market cap $19.1B

NEW YORK, Jan. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Aerovironment, Inc. (“Aerovironment” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: AVAV). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at newaction@pomlaw.com or 646-581-9980, ext. 7980.

POTTSTOWN, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $AVAV #AVAV--AeroVironment Inc. (“AV”) (NASDAQ: AVAV), a leading provider of all domain autonomous systems, today announced the launch of the Mission Specialist Wraith, the newest addition to the Mission Specialist Unmanned Underwater Vehicle (UUV) series developed by its wholly owned subsidiary, VideoRay. Designed for demanding subsea operations, Wraith delivers a new level of agility, power, and control in a compact, expeditionary-ready platform. Engineered for extreme agi.

In the latest trading session, AeroVironment (AVAV) closed at $370.68, marking a +1.56% move from the previous day.

AeroVironment surges 55.1% in a month, beating its industry as strong revenue growth, partnerships and defense contract wins fuel investor optimism.

Integration of Parry Labs' mission computing and MOSA architecture strengthens AV's P550 capabilities for the Army's Long Range Reconnaissance mission ALEXANDRIA, Va., Jan. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Parry Labs , a defense technology company delivering modular open systems and edge infrastructure for the modern battlespace, is partnering with AeroVironment  Inc ("AV") (NASDAQ: AVAV) to architect, develop, deliver, and integrate Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA)-aligned digital engineering, software, and mission system hardware for the newly developed P550™ uncrewed aircraft system (UAS) for the U.S. Army's Long Range Reconnaissance (LRR) program.

AeroVironment (AVAV) was a big mover last session on higher-than-average trading volume. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions might not help the stock continue moving higher in the near term.

Defense companies could soon see larger orders from the U.S. military. Drone manufacturers are well-positioned to benefit.

Investors are speculating that international tensions will spur increased defense spending. President Trump wants to boost the nation's 2027 defense budget to $1.5 trillion.

President Donald Trump sent defense stocks on a rollercoaster on Wednesday after threatening a total ban on stock buybacks and dividends until supply issues are resolved and following up with a proposed 50% increase in the military budget in 2027.

AeroVironment tops list of surprise leaders for defense stocks. Kratos, Karman, outpace legacy contractors like Lockheed Martin.