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Jan 28, 2023

AeroVironment Q3 2023 Earnings Report

AeroVironment's Q3 2023 financial performance reflected robust growth, driven by strong demand and strategic execution.

Key Takeaways

AeroVironment reported a 49% increase in revenue to $134.4 million, driven by higher product sales, particularly in the Small UAS and Tactical Missile Systems segments. The company experienced a net loss of $0.7 million, but non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA reached $23 million. The funded backlog hit a record $413.9 million, indicating strong future demand.

Revenue increased by 49% year-over-year to $134.4 million.

Gross margin improved significantly, reaching $45.5 million, a 112% increase year-over-year.

Net loss attributable to AeroVironment was $(0.7) million, while non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA was $23 million.

Funded backlog reached a record $413.9 million, up 83% year-over-year.

Total Revenue
$134M
Previous year: $90.1M
+49.2%
EPS
$0.33
Previous year: $0.32
+3.1%
Gross Profit
$45.5M
Previous year: $21.4M
+112.3%
Cash and Equivalents
$78.3M
Previous year: $82.5M
-5.2%
Free Cash Flow
-$25.7M
Previous year: -$23.7M
+8.0%
Total Assets
$921M
Previous year: $905M
+1.8%

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Forward Guidance

For fiscal year 2023, AeroVironment anticipates revenue between $510 million and $525 million, net income between $0 and $5 million, Non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA between $89 million and $95 million, earnings per diluted share between $0.01 and $0.21, and non-GAAP earnings per diluted share between $1.13 and $1.33.

Positive Outlook

  • Revenue is expected to be between $510 million and $525 million.
  • Net income is projected to be between $0 and $5 million.
  • Non-GAAP adjusted EBITDA is anticipated to be between $89 million and $95 million.
  • Earnings per diluted share are forecasted to be between $0.01 and $0.21.
  • Non-GAAP earnings per diluted share are expected to be between $1.13 and $1.33.

Challenges Ahead

  • Estimates are subject to market conditions and risks.
  • Ability to integrate acquisitions efficiently is a factor.
  • Obtaining and retaining government contracts is a risk.
  • Changes in government spending could impact results.
  • Demand for products and services may fluctuate.