US EditionDrone maker AeroVironment shares pop 20% on earnings beat
- On May 1, 2025, AeroVironment finalized its $4.1 billion deal to acquire BlueHalo, a company specializing in defense technology.
- The acquisition came after a strong fiscal year 2025, highlighted by $1.2 billion in bookings and a funded backlog that reached $726 million, reflecting an 82% increase compared to the previous year.
- The company achieved record revenues of $821 million in 2025, a 14% increase from the prior year, driven by rising international demand and new products like the JUMP 20X and Switchblade.
- CEO Wahid Nawabi highlighted that adding BlueHalo enhances the company's standing in the defense technology industry, while fourth quarter revenue of $275 million exceeded expectations by 40%.
- AeroVironment projects its revenue for fiscal year 2026 to fall within a range of $1.9 billion to $2 billion, reflecting optimism about growth fueled by increased capital expenditures and expanded production capabilities.
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The shares of AeroVironment (NASDAQ:AVAV) shot an impressive 28.4% during the morning session following the announcement of their financial results in the fourth quarter of 2025.According to the original report, the company exceeded market expectations, presenting share earnings of $1.61, well above the forecast of $1.40.This solid performance contributed to a significant increase in the value of its shares in the market.Remarkable growth in rev…
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