Joby Aviation Leads U.S. Certification Race, Prepares for 2026 Dubai Launch
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jan 15 2026
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Source: NASDAQ.COM
- Certification Progress: Joby is leading the FAA certification race in the U.S., with plans for commercialization in Dubai by 2026, which could significantly boost the company's stock price.
- Partnerships: Collaborations with Toyota, Delta Air Lines, and Uber provide Joby with essential manufacturing expertise and market access, enhancing its vertically integrated transportation service capabilities.
- Production Capacity Increase: Joby announced a doubling of its aircraft production capacity at its Marina, California facility, further solidifying its market position and meeting future demand.
- International Expansion Plans: Joby aims to launch an air taxi service in Dubai in 2026 and conduct pre-commercial evaluation flights in Saudi Arabia, showcasing its ambition for global market expansion.
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Analyst Views on JOBY
Wall Street analysts forecast JOBY stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for JOBY is 15.67 USD with a low forecast of 8.00 USD and a high forecast of 22.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
6 Analyst Rating
1 Buy
3 Hold
2 Sell
Hold
Current: 13.370
Low
8.00
Averages
15.67
High
22.00
Current: 13.370
Low
8.00
Averages
15.67
High
22.00
About JOBY
Joby Aviation, Inc. is a transportation company developing an all-electric, vertical take-off and landing air taxi. The Company is engaged in designing and testing a piloted all-electric, vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. The Joby eVTOL is designed to transport a pilot and up to four passengers or an expected payload of up to 1,000 pounds at speeds of up to 200 miles per hour (mph). The aircraft is optimized for urban routes, with a target range of up to 100 miles on a single charge. The Company plans to manufacture, own and operate its aircraft itself, building a vertically integrated transportation company that delivers transportation services to customers, including government agencies such as the United States Air Force (USAF) through sales or contracted operations, and to individual end-users through a convenient app-based aerial ridesharing service. It also offers a network of terminals and loyal flyers in markets like New York and in Southern Europe.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
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