AAR Corp. (NYSE:AIR – Get Free Report) shares saw unusually-high trading volume on Tuesday after the company announced better than expected quarterly earnings. 569,059 shares traded hands during mid-day trading, an increase of 23% from the previous session’s volume of 463,520 shares. The stock last traded at $105.0850 and had previously closed at $115.09.
The aerospace company reported $1.49 EPS for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $1.29 by $0.20. The firm had revenue of $918.00 million during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $881.11 million. AAR had a net margin of 5.67% and a return on equity of 12.67%.
Key Stories Impacting AAR
Here are the key news stories impacting AAR this week:
- Positive Sentiment: Results exceeded expectations: AAR reported $918 million in fiscal 2027 first-quarter revenue, up 24% year over year, while adjusted diluted EPS of $1.49 surpassed the $1.29 consensus estimate. GAAP diluted EPS was $1.00, compared with $0.95 a year earlier. AAR Releases Earnings Results, Beats Expectations
- Positive Sentiment: Growth was broad-based: Commercial-customer sales increased 28%, or $147.5 million, and government-customer sales rose 14%, or $30.9 million. Operating cash flow improved to $55.8 million from cash usage of $44.9 million in the prior-year quarter. AAR First-Quarter Sales and Net Income
- Positive Sentiment: Guidance exceeded consensus: AAR forecast second-quarter fiscal 2027 revenue of approximately $906.6 million to $922.5 million, above the $893.5 million analyst estimate, excluding Legacy Commercial Programs. AAR Fiscal 2027 Results
- Positive Sentiment: MRO Holdings deal could materially expand the platform: AAR agreed to acquire a 65% controlling interest for about $1.8 billion. The transaction is expected to add more than $1 billion in revenue, increase adjusted EBITDA margins from roughly 12% to 16% before synergies, and be accretive to adjusted EPS in the first full fiscal year after closing. AAR MRO Holdings Acquisition
- Neutral Sentiment: Analyst support remains favorable: RBC reaffirmed its “outperform” rating and set a $145 price target, although institutional trading was mixed, with some major investors adding shares and others reducing positions. RBC Reaffirms AAR Outperform Rating
- Negative Sentiment: Investors face financing and execution concerns: The acquisition is sizable relative to AAR’s business, while net debt stood at $780.5 million and net leverage at 1.81 times as of August 31. Legacy Commercial Programs may also pressure margins, tempering the otherwise strong earnings outlook. AAR Legacy Programs and Margins
Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades
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Institutional Investors Weigh In On AAR
A number of institutional investors have recently made changes to their positions in AIR. QRG Capital Management Inc. boosted its holdings in AAR by 8.3% during the second quarter. QRG Capital Management Inc. now owns 2,846 shares of the aerospace company’s stock worth $407,000 after buying an additional 218 shares during the last quarter. Integrated Wealth Concepts LLC acquired a new stake in shares of AAR in the 2nd quarter valued at approximately $84,000. Baird Financial Group Inc. bought a new position in AAR during the 2nd quarter worth approximately $263,000. Nykredit A S acquired a new position in AAR during the second quarter valued at approximately $63,000. Finally, Corient Private Wealth LP grew its holdings in AAR by 1,523.4% during the second quarter. Corient Private Wealth LP now owns 38,167 shares of the aerospace company’s stock valued at $5,455,000 after purchasing an additional 35,816 shares during the period. 90.74% of the stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.
AAR Stock Performance
The company has a quick ratio of 1.24, a current ratio of 2.84 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.52. The stock has a market cap of $4.22 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 21.75 and a beta of 1.11. The stock’s fifty day moving average is $132.14 and its 200-day moving average is $123.85.
About AAR
AAR Corp. is a global provider of aviation services supporting commercial aviation, government and defense customers. The company supplies aircraft parts and equipment, manages inventory and logistics, and provides maintenance, repair and overhaul services for aircraft and components.
AAR’s offerings include parts distribution, supply-chain management, aircraft maintenance, airframe and component repair, and mobility solutions for government and defense operators. Its services are designed to help airlines, aircraft operators and government agencies maintain fleet readiness and manage aviation assets.
Founded in 1955, AAR is headquartered in Wood Dale, Illinois, and serves customers across North America, Europe, Asia and other international markets.
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