Aerovironment Shares Surge 4.79% on $240M Space Contract, Trading Volume Jumps 99.7% to Rank 341st

On September 8, 2025, , , , ranking 341st in market activity. , which will be deployed in orbit by an undisclosed customer. The deal marks a pivotal step in transitioning the company’s next-generation technology from lab demonstrations to real-world space applications, reinforcing its position in the expanding space communications sector.

Analysts note the stock’s volatility, . While today’s gain reflects market validation of Aerovironment’s technological capabilities, the move is seen as incremental rather than transformative. , . Despite these swings, , . Long-term holders have seen substantial returns, .

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