AeroVironment (AVAV) Earnings Beat Drives 19% Stock Increase

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AeroVironment (AVAV) Earnings Beat Drives 19% Stock Increase

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AeroVironment (AVAV) shares rose 19% after reporting fourth-quarter earnings of $1.84 per share, exceeding analyst expectations of $1.46. Revenue exceeded forecasts as well, doubling to $642 million compared to an estimated $559 million. The company's backlog grew to $1.2 billion, up 65% year-over-year, and autonomous systems revenue reached $492 million, surpassing the $402 million expectation. With fiscal year 2027 revenue projected between $2.13 billion and $2.23 billion, AeroVironment is positioned to capitalize on increased demand in drone technology amidst evolving defense requirements.

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