9 drone stocks to watch

Considering investing in drone stocks? While the best drone stocks depend on your portfolio and investment goals, we've identified some drone stocks that are worth keeping an eye on in the aerial tech sector. Keep reading to learn more about drone stocks and how to start investing.

9 popular drone stocks to watch

We round up a selection of stocks in or related to the aerial tech industry, weighting the list more heavily towards popular mid- and large-cap stocks.

Best stock	1-year return	Market cap	Exchange	Volume	Buy now on CIBC Investor's Edge
AeroVironment (AVAV.US)	(data unavailable)	$14 billion (USD)	NASDAQ	(data unavailable)	Buy now
Ehang (EH.US)	(data unavailable)	$1 billion (USD)	NASDAQ	(data unavailable)	Buy now
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC.US)	(data unavailable)	$81.9 billion (USD)	NYSE	(data unavailable)	Buy now
The Boeing Company (BA.US)	(data unavailable)	$141.7 billion (USD)	NYSE	(data unavailable)	Buy now
NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA.US)	(data unavailable)	$4.4 trillion (USD)	NASDAQ	(data unavailable)	Buy now
GoPro (GPRO.US)	(data unavailable)	$260.4 million (USD)	NASDAQ	(data unavailable)	Buy now
Amazon-com (AMZN.US)	(data unavailable)	$2.5 trillion (USD)	NASDAQ	(data unavailable)	Buy now
Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT.US)	(data unavailable)	$102.5 billion (USD)	NYSE	(data unavailable)	Buy now
Kratos Defense-and-Security Solutions (KTOS.US)	(data unavailable)	$12.8 billion (USD)	NASDAQ	(data unavailable)	Buy now

The values in this table are accurate as of the market close on December 3, 2025, or the most recent data available. Volume refers to the number of shares traded during the day.

What to look for when investing in drone stock

The aerial tech industry is affected by a range of complex factors such as trade policies, regulations, and fluctuating supply and demand. So when considering drone stocks to buy, it's important that you have access to vital information about a company's financial health, leadership team, and market positioning.

Also keep in mind that, while volatility can be ideal for day traders, long-term investors will want to look for stocks to offer steadier gains over time.

How to invest in drone stock

1. Research the aerial tech industry. Before investing, learn about the drone stock sector, its trends and the companies within it. Look at each company's financial health, potential for growth and past performance to identify stocks that fit your investment goals.
2. Choose a stock trading platform. Compare trading fees, access to trading tools and user interface options. We've identified reliable trading platforms to help narrow down your options below or check out the best stock trading apps in Canada to find one that suits your needs.
3. Open and fund your account. Sign up with your personal details and link a bank account or funding method to deposit money before you start trading.
4. Select the drone stock(s) to buy. Search by company name or ticker symbol, like AVAV or AMZN. Compare key metrics such as market cap, price history and earnings per share to pick the best stock for your strategy.
5. Buy the stock and monitor performance. Place your order to buy the stock and track its performance over time. Consider setting alerts, signing up for industry newsletters or using platform research tools to stay up to date on market changes.

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Are drone stocks a good investment?

While it's possible to turn a profit investing in drone stocks, keep in mind that—like any investment—drone stocks are not immune to risk. These stocks are subject to fluctuating conditions both in the market and in the aerial tech industry, so carefully vet your picks before you invest.

What are the best drone stocks?

A lot of factors go into picking the best drone stocks. Stock performance can be impacted by factors like market conditions, company decisions and global events. Plus, what may be a strong drone stock investment for one person might not be suitable for another.

That said, we rounded up this list of popular drone stocks in or related to the aerial tech industry to help narrow down your options:

• AeroVironment (AVAV)
• Ehang (EH)
• Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC)
• The Boeing Company (BA)
• NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA)
• GoPro (GPRO)
• Amazon-com (AMZN)
• Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT)
• Kratos Defense-and-Security Solutions (KTOS)

Keep in mind that this is not a "best" list or a recommendation. It highlights some drone stocks for informational purposes only and does not indicate past or future performance or investment advice. We do not guarantee any investment performance.

We've outlined detailed company and stock performance details for each drone stock below. Keep reading to decide if any of these companies are the right investment for you.

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AeroVironment (AVAV)

AeroVironment, Inc. designs, develops, produces, delivers, and supports a portfolio of robotic systems and related services for government agencies and businesses in the United States and internationally. It operates in two segments, Autonomous Systems; and Space, Cyber and Directed Energy.

Market Capitalization The total market value of AeroVironment's outstanding shares	$14 billion
Gross profit (TTM)	$336.6 million
Profit margin	-4.14%
Revenue (TTM)	$1.1 billion
Earnings per share (TTM)	-$0.64
52-week stock price range	$102.25 – $417.86

All dollar amounts in this table are in USD. TTM refers to the "trailing 12 months." All values are accurate as of the market close on December 3, 2025.

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Ehang (EH)

EHang Holdings Limited operates as an urban air mobility (UAM) technology platform company in the People's Republic of China, East Asia, West Asia, North America, South America, West Africa, and Europe. It designs, develops, manufactures, sells, and operates UAVs, as well as supporting systems and infrastructure for various industries and applications, including passenger transportation, logistics, smart city management, and aerial media solutions. The company's product portfolio includes EH216 series, the VT series, the Falcon B, and the GD series.

Market Capitalization The total market value of Ehang's outstanding shares	$1 billion
Gross profit (TTM)	$264.3 million
Profit margin	-66.95%
Revenue (TTM)	$430 million
Earnings per share (TTM)	-$0.56
52-week stock price range	$12.71 – $29.76

All dollar amounts in this table are in USD. TTM refers to the "trailing 12 months." All values are accurate as of the market close on December 3, 2025.

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Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC)

Northrop Grumman Corporation operates as an aerospace and defense technology company in the United States, the Asia/Pacific, Europe, and internationally. The company's Aeronautics Systems segment designs, develops, manufactures, integrates, sustains, and modernizes aircraft systems. This segment also offers unmanned autonomous aircraft systems, including high-altitude long-endurance strategic, and surveillance and reconnaissance systems; and strategic long-range strike aircraft, tactical fighter and air dominance aircraft, and airborne battle management and command and control systems.

Market Capitalization The total market value of Northrop Grumman Corporation's outstanding shares	$81.9 billion
Gross profit (TTM)	$7.9 billion
Profit margin	9.82%
Revenue (TTM)	$40.9 billion
Earnings per share (TTM)	$27.75
52-week stock price range	$418.96 – $638.31

All dollar amounts in this table are in USD. TTM refers to the "trailing 12 months." All values are accurate as of the market close on December 3, 2025.

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The Boeing Company (BA)

The Boeing Company, together with its subsidiaries, designs, develops, manufactures, sells, services, and supports commercial jetliners, military aircraft, satellites, missile defense, human space flight and launch systems, and services worldwide. The company operates through three segments: Commercial Airplanes; Defense, Space & Security; and Global Services. The Commercial Airplanes segment develops, produces, and markets commercial jet aircraft for passenger and cargo requirements.

Market Capitalization The total market value of The Boeing Company's outstanding shares	$141.7 billion
Gross profit (TTM)	$965 million
Profit margin	-12.20%
Revenue (TTM)	$80.8 billion
Earnings per share (TTM)	-$13.70
52-week stock price range	$128.88 – $242.69

All dollar amounts in this table are in USD. TTM refers to the "trailing 12 months." All values are accurate as of the market close on December 3, 2025.

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NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA)

NVIDIA Corporation, a computing infrastructure company, provides graphics and compute and networking solutions in the United States, Singapore, Taiwan, China, Hong Kong, and internationally. The Compute & Networking segment includes its Data Centre accelerated computing platforms and artificial intelligence solutions and software; networking; automotive platforms and autonomous and electric vehicle solutions; Jetson for robotics and other embedded platforms; and DGX Cloud computing services. The Graphics segment offers GeForce GPUs for gaming and PCs, the GeForce NOW game streaming service and related infrastructure, and solutions for gaming platforms; Quadro/NVIDIA RTX GPUs for enterprise workstation graphics; virtual GPU or vGPU software for cloud-based visual and virtual computing; automotive platforms for infotainment systems; and Omniverse software for building and operating industrial AI and digital twin applications.

Market Capitalization The total market value of NVIDIA Corporation's outstanding shares	$4.4 trillion
Gross profit (TTM)	$131.1 billion
Profit margin	53.01%
Revenue (TTM)	$187.1 billion
Earnings per share (TTM)	$4.05
52-week stock price range	$86.61 – $212.19

All dollar amounts in this table are in USD. TTM refers to the "trailing 12 months." All values are accurate as of the market close on December 3, 2025.

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GoPro (GPRO)

GoPro, Inc. provides cameras, mountable and wearable accessories, and subscription and services in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia Pacific. The company provides HERO13 Black, HERO12 Black, HERO11 Black, HERO10 Black, HERO, and MAX cameras; Premium and Premium+ subscription, which are subscription services that include cloud storage for its content; and Quik subscription, a subscription service in total addressable market to those who value organizing the visual moments of their lives with footage from any phone or camera.

Market Capitalization The total market value of GoPro's outstanding shares	$260.4 million
Gross profit (TTM)	$225.3 million
Profit margin	-18.68%
Revenue (TTM)	$650.8 million
Earnings per share (TTM)	-$0.76
52-week stock price range	$0.40 – $3.05

All dollar amounts in this table are in USD. TTM refers to the "trailing 12 months." All values are accurate as of the market close on December 3, 2025.

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Amazon-com (AMZN)

Amazon. com, Inc. engages in the retail sale of consumer products, advertising, and subscriptions service through online and physical stores in North America and internationally.

Market Capitalization The total market value of Amazon-com's outstanding shares	$2.5 trillion
Gross profit (TTM)	$346 billion
Profit margin	11.06%
Revenue (TTM)	$691.3 billion
Earnings per share (TTM)	$7.09
52-week stock price range	$161.38 – $258.60

All dollar amounts in this table are in USD. TTM refers to the "trailing 12 months." All values are accurate as of the market close on December 3, 2025.

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Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT)

Lockheed Martin Corporation, an aerospace and defense company, engages in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration, and sustainment of technology systems, products, and services worldwide. The company operates through four segments: Aeronautics; Missiles and Fire Control (MFC); Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS); and Space. The Aeronautics segment offers combat and air mobility aircraft, unmanned air vehicles, and related technologies.

Market Capitalization The total market value of Lockheed Martin Corporation's outstanding shares	$102.5 billion
Gross profit (TTM)	$6.1 billion
Profit margin	5.73%
Revenue (TTM)	$73.3 billion
Earnings per share (TTM)	$17.95
52-week stock price range	$404.05 – $512.11

All dollar amounts in this table are in USD. TTM refers to the "trailing 12 months." All values are accurate as of the market close on December 3, 2025.

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Kratos Defense-and-Security Solutions (KTOS)

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. , a technology company, provides technology, products, and system and software for the defense, national security, and commercial markets in the United States, other North America, the Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Europe, and Internationally. The company operates in two segments, Kratos Government Solutions and Unmanned Systems.

Market Capitalization The total market value of Kratos Defense-and-Security Solutions's outstanding shares	$12.8 billion
Gross profit (TTM)	$294.3 million
Profit margin	1.56%
Revenue (TTM)	$1.3 billion
Earnings per share (TTM)	$0.13
52-week stock price range	$23.90 – $112.57

All dollar amounts in this table are in USD. TTM refers to the "trailing 12 months." All values are accurate as of the market close on December 3, 2025.

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Bottom line

If you're considering adding drone stocks to your portfolio, make sure you thoroughly look into any companies before investing to help mitigate risk. We've compiled a list of drone stocks to help narrow down your options. Then choose a legitimate stock trading platform to start investing. After that it comes down to monitoring the aerial tech industry to know when to buy, sell or hold.

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Frequently asked questions about drone stocks

• What are drone stocks?

  Drone stocks are shares of companies that either directly work in the drone sector or operate within related industries. Investors interested in buying drone stocks may be looking to take advantage of market trends or lock in investments for the long haul.

• What is the top drone stock to buy in 2025?

  Unfortunately, it's almost impossible to choose a single "top" drone stock to invest in due to factors like market fluctuations, company management and shifting economic trends. These can all change—sometimes overnight—how a stock performs. It's best to do your own research to decide which companies fit within your risk tolerance. Reviewing a company's financial reports and past stock performance can help you decide if it's worth investing in.

• Where can I find information and regular updates about the aerial tech industry?

  You can keep track of the latest aerial tech news and updates by signing up for financial newsletters, visiting financial news sites, reading company investor relations pages and using market research platforms. Many online brokerages also offer sector reports, stock screeners and alerts to help you track movements in your stock performance or updates in or related to the aerial tech industry.

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