AeroVironment Inc (AVAV) Stock
AVAV has an Alpha Score of 16 out of 100 (poor), computed on Oct 28, 2026 from 2 of 4 sub-scores. 1 member of Congress disclosed 5 trades in AVAV since 2025: 4 purchases and 1 sale, most recently Gilbert Cisneros (sale, Jul 2, 2026). 6 of the hedge funds AlphaScala tracks reported AVAV in 13F filings for the quarter ended Jun 30, 2026; the largest reported position is ARK Invest's at $100.28M. Company insiders reported 0 open-market buys and 4 sales on SEC Form 4 in the 90 days to Nov 3, 2026.
What is AVAV's Alpha Score?
How it works →Alpha Score of 16 reflects poor overall profile with poor momentum, weak quality. Based on 2 of 4 signals – score is capped at 75 until remaining data ingests.
Computed from 2 of 4 sub-scores; a sub-score is left out when its inputs are missing, and the composite is capped accordingly.
Computed Oct 28, 2026
A rules-based research rating, not a recommendation to buy or sell.
Which members of Congress traded AeroVironment Inc (AVAV)?
Most recent: Gilbert Cisneros (sale, Jul 2, 2026); records start Oct 3, 2025.
| Politician | Trade date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gil Cisneros D-CA · House | 2026-07-02 | sale | $1k – $15k |
| Gil Cisneros D-CA · House | 2026-03-03 | purchase | $1k – $15k |
| Gil Cisneros D-CA · House | 2026-01-27 | purchase | $1k – $15k |
| Gil Cisneros D-CA · House | 2025-12-15 | purchase | $1k – $15k |
| Gil Cisneros D-CA · House | 2025-10-03 | purchase | $1k – $15k |
From STOCK Act periodic transaction reports. House filings as of Nov 2, 2026.
See all AVAV political trades →Which hedge funds own AVAV?
From 13F filings| Fund | Shares Held | Position Value | Change vs prior Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARK Invest Cathie Wood | 608K | $100.28M | +9% |
| Millennium Management Israel Englander | 345K | $56.98M | +67% |
| Renaissance Technologies Jim Simons (founder) | 75K | $12.38M | +56% |
| Marshall Wace | 46K | $7.52M | -63% |
| Point72 Steve Cohen | 36K | $5.91M | NEW |
| Citadel Ken Griffin | 3K | $463.5K | -97% |
13F holdings as of Jun 30, 2026
Explore all tracked funds →Are AeroVironment Inc insiders buying or selling?
SEC Form 4 filings| Date | Insider | Role | Type | Shares | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 15, 26 | Page Stephen F | Director | SELL | 250 | $38K |
| Sep 15, 26 | Shackley Brian Charles | SVP, Chief Accounting Officer | SELL | 100 | $15K |
| Aug 17, 26 | Page Stephen F | Director | SELL | 250 | $48K |
| Aug 14, 26 | Shackley Brian Charles | SVP, Chief Accounting Officer | SELL | 205 | $41K |
SEC Form 4 filings as of Nov 3, 2026
See cluster-buy signals across all tickers →What are AVAV's key statistics?
Key statistics as of Oct 28, 2026
How does AVAV's valuation compare with the Industrials sector?
| Metric | AVAV | Industrials median | Companies in median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Net margin | -10.13% | 8.63% | 192 |
| Return on equity | -4.64% | 15.83% | 192 |
Medians over the Industrials stocks whose key statistics were refreshed in the last 35 days (newest Nov 4, 2026). P/E excludes loss-making companies.
AVAV price chart
Powered by TradingViewWhat does AeroVironment Inc do?
AeroVironment Inc. is a global defense technology company specializing in the design, development, production, and support of intelligent multi-domain robotic systems for defense, government, and commercial customers. Its core offerings include uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) such as small and medium UAS like Puma LE, JUMP 20, and T-20, equipped with EO/MWIR sensors, synthetic aperture radar, mapping, and anti-jamming capabilities for reconnaissance and surveillance. The company also provides loitering munition systems (LMS), including tube-launched aircraft like Switchblade for precision strike and effects delivery missions, along with related training, spare parts, and repair services. Additional technologies encompass uncrewed ground vehicles (UGVs) for explosive ordnance disposal and hazardous materials handling, counter-UAS solutions, directed energy systems, space communications, and cyber capabilities. Through segments like UnCrewed Systems, Loitering Munitions Systems, and MacCready Works Advanced Solutions, AeroVironment Inc. delivers integrated solutions at the intersection of robotics, sensors, software analytics, and connectivity, enhancing mission effectiveness across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains. Founded in 1971 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, it serves the U.S. Department of Defense, allied militaries, and international partners with proven, battlefield-deployed technologies.