Archer Aviation: A Trajectory of Loss and Fleeting Recovery

The depreciation in Archer’s valuation was not isolated. Continuing losses, coupled with an ambiguous path to regulatory approval for its aircraft in key markets, exerted considerable downward pressure. Short-selling reports, alleging discrepancies in testing timelines and manufacturing projections, further exacerbated the situation. Competition from Joby Aviation, which demonstrated comparatively faster commercialization progress, also contributed to investor reticence.





