Vertical Aerospace (EVTL): Analysts Favor Under-the-Radar eVTOL Play Despite Rough Start
While Archer Aviation and Joby Aviation dominate headlines in the electric vertical take-off and landing sector, UK-based Vertical Aerospace (EVTL) is quietly building momentum. The Bristol firm's VX4 aircraft program demonstrates a leaner path to certification than peers, requiring just $700 million in additional funding—a figure that's drawn praise from analysts.
Canaccord Genuity's Austin Moeller maintains a Buy rating with an $11 target, citing Vertical's disciplined capital approach. The endorsement comes despite EVTL shares plunging 65% year-to-date in 2025, reflecting the high-risk, high-reward nature of emerging air mobility investments.