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Aviat Networks Inc (AVNW) is not a strong buy for a beginner, long-term investor at this time. While the company has shown positive net income and EPS growth, the declining revenue and gross margin, combined with insider selling and lack of significant positive catalysts, suggest a cautious approach. The technical indicators are neutral to slightly bullish, but there is no strong momentum or proprietary trading signal to justify immediate action.
The MACD is positive and contracting, indicating a potential slowdown in bullish momentum. RSI is neutral at 56.424, showing no overbought or oversold conditions. Moving averages are bullish (SMA_5 > SMA_20 > SMA_200), and the stock is trading above the key pivot level of 24.419, with resistance levels at 26.544 and 27.858. However, the price change of -3.40% in the last session reflects some short-term weakness.

The company reported strong cash flow from operations ($23.9M in Q2), which is expected to contribute to meaningful debt reduction over the next quarters. Net income and EPS have shown significant YoY growth (27.21% and 25.71%, respectively).
Revenue declined by -5.69% YoY, and gross margin dropped by -6.36% YoY. Insiders have increased their selling activity by 213.03% over the last month. No recent news or significant trading trends from hedge funds. Lack of recent congress trading data or influential figure involvement.
In Q2 2026, revenue dropped to $111.47M (-5.69% YoY), while net income increased to $5.72M (+27.21% YoY). EPS rose to $0.44 (+25.71% YoY), but gross margin declined to 32.39% (-6.36% YoY).
Roth Capital lowered the price target to $38 from $41 but maintained a Buy rating, citing solid Q2 results and strong cash flow. However, the lowered price target reflects tempered expectations.