Roth Mkm Has Lowered Expectations for Aviat Networks (NASDAQ:AVNW) Stock Price

Aviat Networks (NASDAQ:AVNW) had its price target lowered by investment analysts at Roth Mkm from $41.00 to $38.00 in a research report issued to clients and investors on Wednesday, Marketbeat reports. The brokerage presently has a “buy” rating on the communications equipment provider’s stock. Roth Mkm’s price target would suggest a potential upside of 47.40% from the company’s current price.

Several other research analysts have also weighed in on AVNW. Lake Street Capital reaffirmed a “buy” rating and issued a $34.00 target price on shares of Aviat Networks in a research report on Wednesday, November 5th. Weiss Ratings reaffirmed a “hold (c-)” rating on shares of Aviat Networks in a research report on Monday, December 29th. Zacks Research raised shares of Aviat Networks from a “strong sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Friday, January 23rd. B. Riley restated a “buy” rating and set a $36.00 price target (up previously from $35.00) on shares of Aviat Networks in a report on Wednesday. Finally, Citizens Jmp restated a “market outperform” rating and set a $30.00 target price on shares of Aviat Networks in a report on Wednesday. Four equities research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and two have assigned a Hold rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat.com, Aviat Networks presently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $34.50.

Aviat Networks Price Performance

NASDAQ AVNW opened at $25.78 on Wednesday. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.37, a current ratio of 1.85 and a quick ratio of 1.51. The firm has a market capitalization of $330.94 million, a price-to-earnings ratio of 23.02 and a beta of 0.96. The company has a 50 day simple moving average of $21.67 and a 200-day simple moving average of $22.40. Aviat Networks has a 52-week low of $15.80 and a 52-week high of $27.02.

Aviat Networks (NASDAQ:AVNW) last released its earnings results on Tuesday, February 3rd. The communications equipment provider reported $0.54 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.48 by $0.06. Aviat Networks had a net margin of 3.27% and a return on equity of 10.71%. The company had revenue of $111.47 million during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $109.67 million. Equities research analysts predict that Aviat Networks will post 0.5 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

Insider Activity at Aviat Networks

In other news, Director Bruce M. Taten sold 3,268 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, November 11th. The shares were sold at an average price of $23.39, for a total transaction of $76,438.52. Following the transaction, the director owned 20,391 shares in the company, valued at approximately $476,945.49. The trade was a 13.81% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which can be accessed through the SEC website. Also, CEO Pete A. Smith sold 5,350 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, November 11th. The shares were sold at an average price of $23.39, for a total transaction of $125,136.50. Following the transaction, the chief executive officer directly owned 349,447 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $8,173,565.33. This represents a 1.51% decrease in their position. Additional details regarding this sale are available in the official SEC disclosure. 5.30% of the stock is currently owned by corporate insiders.

Hedge Funds Weigh In On Aviat Networks

Several large investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in AVNW. Quarry LP bought a new stake in shares of Aviat Networks during the third quarter valued at approximately $27,000. Raymond James Financial Inc. acquired a new position in shares of Aviat Networks in the 2nd quarter valued at $28,000. Comerica Bank lifted its holdings in shares of Aviat Networks by 40.2% during the 1st quarter. Comerica Bank now owns 2,720 shares of the communications equipment provider’s stock worth $52,000 after acquiring an additional 780 shares during the period. BNP Paribas Financial Markets increased its stake in Aviat Networks by 96.5% in the third quarter. BNP Paribas Financial Markets now owns 2,281 shares of the communications equipment provider’s stock valued at $52,000 after acquiring an additional 1,120 shares during the period. Finally, State of Wyoming bought a new stake in Aviat Networks in the third quarter valued at about $63,000. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 78.62% of the company’s stock.

Key Headlines Impacting Aviat Networks

Here are the key news stories impacting Aviat Networks this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Q2 results beat consensus: Aviat reported better-than-expected revenue and EPS, highlighted by record Q2 bookings and “stellar” cash generation. Management said cash generation should remain strong and expects a solid finish to FY2026 — the operational beat and upbeat guidance are the primary catalysts for the rally. Aviat Networks: Upgrading On Stellar Cash Generation And Record Bookings Performance
• Positive Sentiment: Balance-sheet improvement: Management reported net debt falling by more than 50% to about $19.5M, reducing leverage and financial risk — a favorable factor for investor sentiment and valuation. Article
• Positive Sentiment: Analyst support: Multiple firms reaffirmed or raised constructive ratings — B. Riley kept a Buy and nudged its target to $36, Citizens/JMP reaffirmed a Market Outperform at $30 — these notes amplify buying interest and lift forward-looking sentiment. Benzinga coverage
• Neutral Sentiment: Earnings call transparency: The full Q2 earnings call transcript is available for investors digging into details on bookings, margins and cash flow; transcripts help confirm management tone but are informational rather than catalytic by themselves. Fool transcript
• Neutral Sentiment: Coverage noting mixed views: A roundup piece highlights that analysts are divided across various tech names including Aviat, signaling some remaining disagreement on valuation/forward potential despite the beat. Analysts Conflicted on These Technology Names
• Negative Sentiment: Price-target trim from one shop: Roth MKM reduced its price target from $41 to $38 (still a Buy), which narrows the potential upside implied by that note and suggests some moderation in expectations from higher targets. That trim could cap gains if other firms follow. The Fly

About Aviat Networks

Aviat Networks, Inc is a specialist in wireless transport solutions, designing, manufacturing and selling microwave networking products that enable the secure and reliable transmission of data, voice and video. The company’s offerings address mission-critical communications needs for a broad range of end markets, including telecommunications service providers, utilities, government agencies and enterprises. Its product portfolio spans high-capacity packet microwave radios, IP transport systems and network management software.

Aviat’s core product lines include the WTM series of packet microwave platforms, which deliver scalable throughput and advanced resilience features, and the Eclipse packet microwave systems, which combine broadband capacity with synchronization, security and quality-of-service capabilities.