AeroVironment, Inc.
AVAV
Rank in Stocks
#2998
AeroVironment Inc. develops, produces, delivers, and services a diverse array... AeroVironment Inc. develops, produces, delivers, and services a diverse array of robotic systems for governmental and commercial entities across the globe. The company's operations are segmented into Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), Tactical Missile Systems (TMS), Medium Unmanned Aircraft Systems (MUAS), and High Altitude Pseudo-Satellite Systems (HAPS). Its core clientele, particularly for UAS, TMS, and unmanned ground vehicles along with their accompanying support, includes agencies within the U.S. Department of Defense and international allied governments. AeroVironment also specializes in the engineering and manufacturing of unmanned aerial vehicles, encompassing airborne platforms, integrated payloads, ground control units, and essential support equipment. Beyond these core systems, the firm provides comprehensive support for small UAS products, offering spare components, modular payloads, power supplies (batteries, chargers), repair services, and dedicated customer assistance, alongside various aircraft, handheld control systems, and accessories. A key innovation area for the company involves the development of high-altitude pseudo-satellite UAS. Founded in 1971, AeroVironment's headquarters are located in Arlington, Virginia.
Share Price
$120.73
Last synced: 2026-10-16
Market Cap
$6.14B
Change (1 day)
-2.02%
Change (1 year)
-65.56%
Country
US
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Operating Margin for AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV)
Operating Margin as of October 2026 TTM: -0.59%
According to AeroVironment, Inc. latest financial reports and stock price the company's current Operating Margin (TTM) is -0.59%. At the end of 2024 the company had an Operating Margin of 10.02%.
Operating Margin history for AeroVironment, Inc. from 2003 to 2026
Operating Margin at the end of each year
| Year | Operating Margin | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | -0.59% | -111.87% |
| 2025 | 4.97% | -50.40% |
| 2024 | 10.02% | -335.76% |
| 2023 | -4.25% | -6.18% |
| 2022 | -4.53% | -141.29% |
| 2021 | 10.97% | -14.50% |
| 2020 | 12.83% | 19.24% |
| 2019 | 10.76% | -7.80% |
| 2018 | 11.67% | 146.72% |
| 2017 | 4.73% | 28.18% |
| 2016 | 3.69% | 373.08% |
| 2015 | 0.78% | -84.18% |
| 2014 | 4.93% | 212.03% |
| 2013 | 1.58% | -88.08% |
| 2012 | 13.25% | 14.13% |
| 2011 | 11.61% | -3.09% |
| 2010 | 11.98% | -8.83% |
| 2009 | 13.14% | -0.30% |
| 2008 | 13.18% | -24.94% |
| 2007 | 17.56% | 49.96% |
| 2006 | 11.71% | -39.20% |
| 2005 | 19.26% | -80.74% |
| 2004 | 100.00% | 0.00% |
| 2003 | 100.00% | 0.00% |
Operating Margin for similar companies or competitors
| Company | Operating Margin | Operating Margin Difference | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| -18.43% | -68.76% |
US
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| 20.79% | -135.24% |
US
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| 11.21% | -119.00% |
US
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| 0.00% | - |
NL
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| 12.69% | -121.51% |
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What is a company's Operating Margin?
The operating margin is a key indicator to assess the profitability of a company. Higher operating margins are generaly better as they show that a company is able to sell its products or services for much more than their production costs. The operating margin is calculated by dividing a company's earnings by its revenue.