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Sign InAeroVironment (AVAV) saw its stock rating downgraded from 'Strong Buy' to 'Hold' following disappointing third-quarter results for fiscal year 2026. Although revenue surged 143% year-over-year to $408 million, the figure fell short of market consensus estimates. The company reported a substantial net loss of $156.6 million, primarily driven by a $151 million goodwill impairment charge linked to the BlueHalo acquisition. Integration challenges and uncertainty surrounding the SCAR program have further pressured the company's financial outlook. Consequently, management slashed its full-year EPS guidance to a range of $2.75 to $3.10, down from the previous forecast of $3.40 to $3.55. This combination of missed targets and lowered expectations has triggered a bearish sentiment among analysts and investors alike.