AAR Corp. (NYSE:AIR) is a global aerospace and defense company that provides a wide range of products and services to commercial airlines, government agencies, and defense contractors. The company operates in various segments, including aviation services, expeditionary services, and manufacturing. AAR Corp. competes with other major players in the aerospace industry, such as Boeing and Lockheed Martin.
On February 4, 2026, Sarah Louise Flanagan, the Interim CFO and VP of Financial Operations for AIR, sold 10,750 shares of the company's Common Stock at approximately $108.56 each. This transaction leaves her with 32,848 shares. Such insider transactions can sometimes signal the executive's perspective on the company's future performance.
The Maryland State Retirement and Pension System reduced its investment in AIR by 51.1% during the third quarter, selling 5,330 shares. This left the fund with 5,093 shares valued at $457,000. In contrast, the Teacher Retirement System of Texas increased its holdings by 4.4% in the second quarter, now owning 5,482 shares valued at $377,000.
Voya Investment Management LLC also increased its stake in AIR by 2.6%, bringing its total to 12,528 shares worth $701,000. These changes in institutional holdings reflect varying levels of confidence in the company's future prospects among different investors.
AIR's financial metrics provide insight into its market position. The company has a P/E ratio of 41.28, indicating investor willingness to pay for earnings. Its price-to-sales ratio is 1.41, and the enterprise value to sales ratio is 1.73. The high enterprise value to operating cash flow ratio of 3,675.41 suggests a significant valuation compared to cash flow. The debt-to-equity ratio of 0.67 and current ratio of 2.84 indicate a moderate debt level and strong liquidity.
