AeroVironment Dives 16% — Pentagon "Stop Work" Shock & Merger Indigestion

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AeroVironment (AVAV) just shed nearly 16% after the U.S. government slammed the brakes with a surprise "Stop Work Order" on its classified BADGER program. Despite explosive 151% revenue growth from the recent BlueHalo acquisition, a messy earnings miss and this sudden Pentagon freeze have investors running for the exits. Is this a sign of deep trouble in their defense contracts, or is the market ignoring a $1.4 billion backlog and a rare buying opportunity? Tune in as we break down whether this drop is a discount or a warning.