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Verdict
Quantitative factor alignment verified for current market regime.
Quant Score
Rank
#4301
Positioning
Market Dominance
Manufacturing
Aircraft
$278M
Stephen J. Fitzpatrick
Vertical Aerospace Ltd. engages in the design, manufacture, sale, and servicing of electric aircraft. It offers VX4, a piloted electric vertical take-off and landing vehicle. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in London.
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| Stock | Rating | Score▼ | Quality | Value | Momentum | P/E | EV/EBITDA | ROE | ROA | Gross Mgn | Op Mgn | Net Mgn | Rev Growth | Div Yield | D/E | Mkt Cap | AUDIT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
$UL UNILEVER PLC | 78 | 96 | 98 | 59 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$ASML ASML HOLDING NV | 77 | 89 | 86 | 83 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$ESLT ELBIT SYSTEMS LTD | 76 | 81 | 87 | 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$MT ArcelorMittal | 75 | 71 | 98 | 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$AMAT APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE | 75 | 85 | 87 | 84 | 20.9x | 13.6x | 32.9% | 20.5% | 48.8% | 30.6% | 24.4% | 7.7% | 0.9% | 32.0x | $148.6B | VS | |
$SIMO Silicon Motion Technology CORP | 75 | 84 | 86 | 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$CODA Coda Octopus Group, Inc. | 74 | 83 | 90 | 79 | 16.3x | 11.9x | 7.4% | 7.5% | 68.3% | 19.5% | 18.2% | 29.0% | 0.0% | 0.0x | $84M | VS | |
$GSK GSK plc | 74 | 84 | 90 | 70 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$EFXT Enerflex Ltd. | 74 | 80 | 91 | 83 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$BUD Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV | 74 | 84 | 97 | 63 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$EVTL Vertical Aerospace Ltd. | 33 | 29 | 2 | 46 | - | - | 2.8% | -6546.9% | -29579.5% | -31895.6% | -29581.2% | -92.8% | 0.0% | 0.0x | $278M | ||
| SECTOR BENCH | - | - | - | - | - | 22.3x | 11.5x | -1.9% | 0.9% | 44.1% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 6.7% | 0.0% | 0.2x | - | REF |
Vertical Aerospace Ltd. (EVTL) receives a "Avoid" rating with a composite score of 33.0/100. It ranks #4301 out of 7,333 stocks in our coverage universe and carries a 1-star rating. Ratings are driven by a 6-factor quantitative model measuring quality, value, momentum, investment, stability, and short interest.
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In-line with peers — no strong momentum signal
Expensive relative to fundamentals — limited margin of safety
Weak fundamentals — higher risk of value trap
High volatility — wider range of outcomes increases timing risk
Moderate investment profile
Below-average composite — caution warranted
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Relative valuation derived from Manufacturing sector benchmarks. Model weights: EV/EBITDA (40%), P/B (35%), P/S (25%). Re-calculated daily.
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View All RatingsROE proxy 2.8% (sector -1.9%)
GM -29580% vs sector 44%, OM -31896% vs sector 3%
Capital turnover N/A, R&D intensity 2267.6%
Rev growth -93%, 4yr history
Interest coverage N/A
Composite assessment of profitability, capital efficiency, and financial strength. Top-tier entities demonstrate sustainable cash flow generation and elite competitive moats.
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Efficiency of asset utilization
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The Quality factor evaluates the persistence and magnitude of realized cash flows. Companies with scores >70 exhibit superior pricing power and structural financial resilience through diverse economic regimes.
Our uncertainty rating tracks the predictability of future cash flows and potential for permanent capital loss. Moderate visibility with standard industry cyclicality.
We rate Vertical Aerospace Ltd. (EVTL) as Avoid with a composite score of 33.0/100 at a current price of $4.07. The stock falls in the bottom quintile, and the multi-factor weakness suggests a high probability of continued underperformance.
Vertical Aerospace Ltd. holds a top-quartile position (#0 of 50) within the Manufacturing sector, based on our composite quantitative scoring across quality, value, momentum, and stability factors. The composite score of 33.0/100 places it at rank #4301 in our full universe.
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Stable competitive position in a defensive sector.
Below-average quality raises earnings sustainability concerns.
Vulnerability to macroeconomic shocks and interest rate volatility.
Vertical Aerospace Ltd. represents a avoid based on multi-factor quantitative performance.
Our quantitative model flags Vertical Aerospace Ltd. with an Avoid rating, assigning a composite score of 33.0/100 and 1 out of 5 stars. Ranked #4301 of 7,333 stocks, EVTL falls in the bottom tier across key factors. Historically, stocks with this profile have faced elevated risk of underperformance and capital loss.
EVTL's quality score of 29/100 is below average, suggesting challenges with profitability or capital efficiency. The company reports a return on equity of 2.8% (sector avg: -1.9%), gross margins of -29579.5% (sector avg: 44.1%), net margins of -29581.2% (sector avg: 1.0%). Investors should examine whether management is actively addressing these weaknesses or if they reflect structural industry headwinds.
EVTL registers a value score of just 2/100, suggesting the stock trades at a significant premium to its fundamental metrics. High-premium valuations like this require strong future execution to avoid multiple compression, and downside risk is elevated if growth disappoints.
EVTL shows a solid investment score of 60/100, reflecting measured but productive capital allocation. Key growth metrics include revenue growth of -92.8% vs. a sector average of 6.7% and a return on assets of -6546.9% (sector: 0.9%). This suggests the company is investing at an appropriate level to sustain growth without overextending its balance sheet.
EVTL is currently showing below-average momentum at 46/100, which may indicate weakening institutional interest or negative sentiment shifts. Revenue growth stands at -92.8% year-over-year, while a beta of 2.81 reflects its sensitivity to broader market moves. Investors should note that declining momentum can precede further price weakness, though contrarian opportunities sometimes emerge at these levels.
EVTL's stability score of 31/100 signals elevated volatility and/or leverage concerns. Key stability metrics include a beta of 2.81 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.00x (sector avg: 0.2x). Investors should be prepared for wider-than-average price swings and consider position sizing accordingly to manage portfolio risk.
Vertical Aerospace Ltd.'s short interest score of 35/100 reveals significant bearish positioning, suggesting institutional investors are actively betting against the stock. Specific risk factors include high market sensitivity (beta: 2.81), micro-cap liquidity risk. At $278M (micro-cap), EVTL carries meaningful risk and is best suited for investors with high risk tolerance who have thoroughly evaluated the bear thesis.
Vertical Aerospace Ltd. is a micro-cap company in the Manufacturing sector, ranked #0 of 50 in its sector (100th percentile) and #4301 of 7,333 overall (41st percentile). Key comparisons include ROE of 2.8% exceeding the -1.9% sector median and operating margins of -31895.6% below the 2.5% sector average. This top-quartile standing reflects exceptional competitive strength relative to Manufacturing peers.
While EVTL currently exhibits a AVOID profile, superior opportunities exist within the MANUFACTURING sector. Our model identifies several "Strong Buy" candidates with higher quality scores and more attractive valuations among direct industry competitors.
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Improvement in Value (2) would have the largest impact on the composite score.
ROE 249% BELOW SECTOR MEDIAN
Gross Margin 67235% BELOW SECTOR MEDIAN
Op. Margin 1270840% BELOW SECTOR MEDIAN
Above 50MA
37.18%
Net New Highs
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