Needham Reiterates Buy Rating for AeroVironment, Inc. with $225 Target
Needham maintains a buy rating for AeroVironment, Inc. with a $225 target, as shares trade near $139, a 36.31% upside from the current price.
Key Points
- Needham reiterated its buy rating for AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV) with a $225 price target on June 30, 2026.
- Needham's $225 price target implies 36.31% upside from AeroVironment, Inc.'s ($AVAV) current $165.07 share price.
- Shares of AVAV traded near $139 on Tuesday, with a market cap of $6.98 billion and a forward P/E of 34.45.
- Insiders, including the COO, have been active, with recent buys and planned sales in 2026.
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On June 30, 2026, Needham reiterated its buy rating on AeroVironment, Inc. (NasdaqGS: AVAV), maintaining a price target of $225. The analyst, Austin Bohlig, reinforced confidence in the stock as it traded near $139 on Tuesday.
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AeroVironment, Inc. Stock Up 11.6%
Shares of NasdaqGS:AVAV traded near $139 on Tuesday. AeroVironment, Inc. has a market cap of approximately $6.98 billion. The company’s forward P/E ratio stands at 34.45, with a beta of 1.361. Over the past 52 weeks, the stock has ranged from a low of $135.2 to a high of $417.86. The 50-day moving average is $178.35, and the 200-day moving average is $255.91. The current ratio is 5.51, and the quick ratio is 4.40, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 19.34.
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Recent Earnings
AeroVironment reported revenue of about $1.61 billion, showing growth of 1.43%. However, the company posted a negative net margin of -13.93% and a return on equity of -8.74%. The earnings per share (EPS) was -$4.35. The next earnings report is expected on June 29, 2026.
Insider Buying and Selling at AeroVironment, Inc.
Recent insider transactions at AeroVironment include several planned sales by Stephen Page, who sold 250 shares on June 15, May 15, and April 15, 2026, at prices of $174.41, $162.31, and $197.29, respectively. On the buy side, Chief Operating Officer Robert Fendlay Smith purchased 1,800 shares on April 13, 2026, at an average price of $194.39. Chief Accounting Officer Brian Charles Shackley also bought 707 shares on March 16, 2026.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
On June 30, 2026, Needham reiterated its buy rating with a $225 price target. Stifel and RBC Capital also maintained their buy ratings with targets of $220 and $210, respectively. Earlier, Keybanc and Piper Sandler reiterated buy ratings with targets of $220 and $248. BTIG maintained a buy rating with a $205 target on June 23, 2026. The consensus among 16 analysts is a buy rating with a mean price target of about $286.
About AeroVironment, Inc.
AeroVironment, Inc., headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, develops and supports a range of robotic systems for government and commercial clients worldwide. It operates in the aerospace and defense sector, focusing on autonomous systems and space, cyber, and directed energy segments. The company offers uncrewed aircraft systems, counter-UAS solutions, and precision strike capabilities. Under the leadership of CEO Wahid Nawabi, AeroVironment employs around 1,456 people.
Bottom Line
Needham's reaffirmation of its buy rating and $225 target price underscores continued confidence in AeroVironment. The company's significant market presence in defense technology and recent analyst support make it a stock to watch. However, investors should note that 13F filings and analyst ratings reflect past positions and opinions, which may not align with current market conditions.
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