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The FY2027 Department of War budget request includes $54 billion for autonomous and remotely operated systems, including a $39.2 billion Drone Dominance mandatory funding request. — Direct, massive government funding allocations create a high floor for revenue growth for drone manufacturers.
+0.80The U.S. Department of Defense and ARPA-E are funding initiatives to develop battery cells with 1,000 to 2,000 watt-hour per kilogram density, roughly 3x today's best. — A breakthrough in energy density would be a fundamental catalyst for drone capabilities and potentially spill over into heavy-duty transportation.
+0.60AeroVironment (AVAV) has reached a record funded backlog of $1.1 billion and remains the only profitable name among the highlighted drone-makers. — Strong backlogs and existing profitability reduce investment risk and provide a baseline for sector valuation.
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Ondas Holdings (ONDS) reported a 1,079.8% year-over-year revenue increase in Q1 2026 and raised its FY2026 target to at least $390 million. — Hyper-growth in revenue and significant backlog expansion indicate strong market adoption of their specific defense robotics solutions.
+0.40Red Cat Holdings (RCAT) saw Q1 FY2026 revenue grow 849.3% year-over-year, with gross margins turning positive at 12.7%. — While speculative, the shift from negative to positive gross margins indicates a positive trajectory toward scalability.
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Reports a massive 1,080% quarterly revenue jump and powerful demand tailwinds in defense robotics.
The company has a record funded backlog and is described as a lower-risk anchor with robust demand.
Significant year-over-year revenue growth and potential to benefit from increased DoD battery and UAV budgets.
[mutual] Both companies are identified as drone platform makers competing for Department of Defense procurement budgets.
[mutual] Both companies are identified as drone platform makers competing for Department of Defense procurement budgets.
[mutual] Both companies are identified as drone platform makers competing for Department of Defense procurement budgets.
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