AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV) Return on Equity (ROE): -5.25%
Is AeroVironment, Inc.’s return on equity (ROE) high or low?
AeroVironment, Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) of -5.25% is 265% below its 5-year average of -1.44%, around the middle of its 5-year range (-31.98%–8.06%).
As of Friday, June 19, 2026. 186.28% below its 12-month average of 6.08%.
AVAV Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
AVAV Average Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
AVAV Current vs Average Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
AVAV Return on Equity (ROE) Metrics
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE)
-5.25%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG TTM
6.08%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 3Y
-5.13%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 5Y
-1.44%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 10Y
1.16%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 15Y
5.39%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 20Y
6.69%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-186.28%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-2.44%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-265.01%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-553.65%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-197.33%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-178.49%
AVAV Competitors' Return on Equity (ROE)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV) | $8.47B | -5.25% | 6.08% | -5.13% | -1.44% |
| Gartner, Inc. (IT)vs › | $8.54B | 1168.41% | 160.09% | 201.11% | 173.79% |
| AGCO Corporation (AGCO)vs › | $8.23B | 17.94% | 2.83% | 13.43% | 15.72% |
| Aecom (ACM)vs › | $8.84B | 22.27% | 20.48% | 14.00% | 9.45% |
| Planet Labs PBC (PL)vs › | $9.10B | -84.09% | -79.47% | -53.54% | -58.92% |
| MYR Group Inc. (MYRG)vs › | $7.18B | 20.19% | 11.48% | 12.96% | 13.65% |
| Powell Industries, Inc. (POWL)vs › | $10.83B | 26.36% | 29.62% | 19.91% | 14.21% |
| Matson, Inc. (MATX)vs › | $5.79B | 15.72% | 17.04% | 23.20% | 28.08% |
| Primoris Services Corporation (PRIM)vs › | $5.50B | 14.73% | 14.59% | 12.85% | 12.96% |
| Pentair plc (PNR)vs › | $12.01B | 17.62% | 17.23% | 17.89% | 18.57% |
Return Analysis
ROE
-5.3%
ROA
-4.1%
AeroVironment, Inc. Return on Equity (ROE) Formula & Definition
ROE = Net Income / Total Shareholders' Equity
Return on equity measures how efficiently a company generates profit from shareholders' equity. Higher ROE indicates better capital efficiency.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
AeroVironment, Inc. Return on Equity (ROE) FAQ
- What is the return on equity (ROE) for AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV)?
- The return on equity (ROE) for AVAV stock is -5.25%.
- Is AeroVironment, Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) high or low?
- AeroVironment, Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) of -5.25% is 265% below its 5-year average of -1.44%, around the middle of its 5-year range (-31.98%–8.06%).
- What is the TTM average return on equity (ROE) for AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV)?
- The TTM average return on equity (ROE) for AVAV stock is 6.08%.
- What is the 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV)?
- The 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for AVAV stock is -5.13%.
- What is the 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV)?
- The 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for AVAV stock is -1.44%.
- What is the 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV)?
- The 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for AVAV stock is 1.16%.
- What is the 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV)?
- The 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for AVAV stock is 5.39%.
- What is the 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV)?
- The 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for AVAV stock is 6.69%.
AeroVironment, Inc. Return on Equity (ROE) History
| DATE | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) |
|---|---|
| 2025-04-30 | 4.92% |
| 2024-04-30 | 7.25% |
| 2023-04-30 | -31.98% |
| 2022-04-30 | -0.69% |
| 2021-04-30 | 3.81% |
| 2020-04-30 | 8.06% |
| 2019-04-30 | 10.26% |
| 2018-04-30 | 4.36% |
| 2017-04-30 | 3.43% |
| 2016-04-30 | 2.48% |
| 2015-04-30 | 0.83% |
| 2014-04-30 | 4.01% |
| 2013-04-30 | 3.31% |
| 2012-04-30 | 10.18% |
| 2011-04-30 | 9.83% |
| 2010-04-30 | 8.87% |
| 2009-04-30 | 11.69% |
| 2008-04-30 | 12.60% |
| 2007-04-30 | 15.19% |
| 2006-04-30 | 33.43% |
| 2005-04-30 | 64.83% |
| 2004-04-30 | 0.00% |
| 2003-04-30 | 10.09% |
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About AeroVironment, Inc.
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.
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Aerospace & Defense
- CEO
- Wahid Nawabi