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ACHR·Archer Aviation Inc.

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-. (-.%)
High
$5.32
Open
$5.21
Market Cap
4.12B
52W High
$14.62
Low
$5.00
P. Close
$5.25
P/E
-
52W Low
$4.80
Fwd P/E
-5.54
DailyIQ Est.
$14.66
Technical Score (1D)
14
SELL
News Sentiment
67
BULLISH
Archer Aviation’s latest FAA certification milestones signal that the company is edging closer to commercial operations, a development that could unlock the $6 billion order book it has built. The certification progress suggests that the company’s VTOL platform is nearing the point where it can begin monetizing its orders, which could materially improve cash flow expectations over the next 10 trading days. However, the firm’s high cash burn and the likelihood of future equity dilution temper enthusiasm, as capital raises could dilute existing shareholders and compress valuation multiples. The convergence of imminent regulatory approval and a sizable demand pipeline therefore creates a tension between upside revenue potential and downside dilution risk. Investors should watch for the next FAA approval announcement, as it will confirm the timeline for commercial launch and likely influence the company’s capital structure decisions. Monitoring any capital raise filings will also be key, since the size and timing of new equity issuances will directly affect shareholder dilution. Additionally, keep an eye on updates regarding the planned U.S./UAE rollout, as any shift in geographic strategy could alter the revenue mix and demand dynamics. Finally, stay alert for any changes in the order book or cash burn metrics, as these will provide early signals of the company’s operational and financial trajectory.
Earnings Summary
Archer Aviation is an industrials company specializing in electric vertical take‑off and landing aircraft, targeting urban air mobility and defense markets. Recent quarterly performance cannot be fully assessed due to incomplete earnings data; the latest reported quarter (Q1 2026) shows a negative EPS of –$0.21 and revenue of $1.6 million, while prior quarters had zero revenue and progressively less negative EPS. Over the past two years, Archer’s EPS has remained negative but has improved from –$0.391 in Q4 2024 to –$0.115 in Q1 2025, then fluctuated, reaching –$0.115 again in Q3 2025 before falling to –$0.21 in Q1 2026. Revenue has only materialized in the first quarter of 2026, indicating a nascent commercial pipeline. Analysts have issued a moderate buy rating, citing the conditional purchase agreement with United Airlines that could unlock significant revenue if finalized, and the company’s progress toward FAA certification milestones that would enable commercial operations. The risk‑on rally in the eVTOL sector and the potential for a $1.5 billion deal underscore both upside potential and concentration risk. Investors should watch for the formal signing of the United Airlines agreement, the timing of FAA certification, and any early revenue recognition from the partnership, as these events will be pivotal in moving Archer from a development to a revenue‑generating stage. Monitoring cash burn and capital‑raising plans will also be critical given the company’s current financial fragility.

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$-0.43$-0.34$-0.25$-0.16$-0.07Q4'24Q1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$-0.22 - -
Q1'26$-0.24$-0.21+14.1%
Q3'25$-0.20$-0.12+42.3%
Q2'25$-0.18$-0.26-44.3%
Q1'25$-0.22$-0.12+47.4%
Q4'24$-0.26$-0.39-52.5%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$-300,447.6$350,522.2$1M$2M$2MQ4'24Q1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$2M - -
Q1'26$918,000$2M+74.3%
Q3'25 - $0 -
Q2'25 - $0 -
Q1'25 - $0 -
Q4'24 - $0 -
Full Earnings BreakdownEstimates, actuals, guidance, and historical context
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Market Data

ACHR Stock Snapshot

ACHR is currently trading at $5.10, giving Archer Aviation Inc. a market cap of 4.12B. Today's range spans $5.00–$5.32, with shares opening at $5.21 and moving down $0.15 (2.8%) from the prior close. DailyIQ's technical score sits at 14/100 (SELL) with a news sentiment reading of 67/100.

Over the past year ACHR has traded between $4.80 and $14.62 - the current price is +6.3% off the 52-week low and -65.1% from the high. 16 analysts cover the stock with a Buy consensus and a mean 12-month target of $10.61 (range $4.50–$18.00), implying upside of +107.9%.

The technical setup for Archer Aviation Inc. (ACHR) (small-cap, 4.12B market cap, Industrials) is in negative territory: 14/100, SELL, with bullish sentiment at 67/100. Price: $5.10 (near 52-week lows). The 52-week range of $4.80–$14.62 defines the boundaries, and the SELL signal at this size often means that the marginal buyer has stepped back entirely - leaving price action vulnerable to any incremental selling.

The absence of strong institutional sponsorship makes ACHR's SELL signal (14/100) more consequential than the same signal in a larger name — at 4.12B in Industrials market cap, there are fewer natural buyers to absorb selling pressure, which means the $4.80–$14.62 range's lower bound becomes a sharper test of the thesis. Sentiment at 67/100 (bullish) and price at $5.10 (near 52-week lows) don't yet suggest stabilization is imminent.