Archer Aviation Shares Rise 1.6% as Analysts Weigh In

The electric aviation startup's stock price fluctuates amid mixed analyst ratings and price targets.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 9:18pm

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Archer Aviation Inc. (NYSE:ACHR) saw its share price rise 1.6% during mid-day trading on Friday, reaching as high as $5.52 before closing at $5.4050. Trading volume was down 57% from the average session. The electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft company has received a range of analyst ratings, from 'sell' to 'buy', with an average price target of $12.

Why it matters

Archer Aviation is a key player in the emerging urban air mobility market, developing electric air taxis aimed at reducing traffic congestion in cities. Investor and analyst sentiment around the company's prospects can impact its stock price and ability to secure funding for continued research and development.

The details

Several research firms have issued reports on Archer Aviation this week. Weiss Ratings reaffirmed a 'sell (d-)' rating on the stock, while Needham & Company LLC decreased their target price from $10 to $9 and maintained a 'buy' rating. Overall, the stock has a 'Moderate Buy' consensus rating from analysts, with five 'Buy' recommendations, two 'Hold' ratings, and one 'Sell'.

  • Archer Aviation's share price reached as high as $5.52 during mid-day trading on Friday, April 10, 2026.
  • The company's 50-day moving average is $6.37 and its 200-day moving average is $8.20.

The players

Archer Aviation Inc.

A California-based aerospace company developing electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for urban air mobility solutions.

Weiss Ratings

A research firm that reaffirmed a 'sell (d-)' rating on Archer Aviation's stock.

Needham & Company LLC

A research firm that decreased its target price on Archer Aviation's stock from $10 to $9 while maintaining a 'buy' rating.

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