Archer Aviation Stock Surges 6.68% on $200M eVTOL Contract, Ranks 149th in $740M Volume

Archer Aviation (ACHR) surged 6.68% on October 13, 2025, with a trading volume of $740 million, ranking 149th in market activity. The stock's performance followed a strategic partnership announcement with a major aerospace supplier, securing a $200 million contract to develop next-generation eVTOL battery systems by 2027. This agreement, covering 20% of Archer's projected production needs for the next three years, marked the first large-scale commercial commitment for its hydrogen-electric aircraft program.

Market analysts noted the contract's significance in validating Archer's technology roadmap, with the supplier's involvement expected to reduce R&D costs by 15-20% through shared intellectual property. The deal also includes potential follow-on orders contingent on FAA certification progress, currently ahead of schedule by six months according to Q3 2025 regulatory filings. This development contrasts with recent sector trends, where eVTOL stocks have faced volatility due to delayed certification timelines at competitors.

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