If You'd Invested $5,000 in eVTOL Leader Archer Aviation Stock 5 Years Ago at Its IPO, Here's How Much You'd Have Today
The S&P 500 has rocketed higher since Archer's IPO date. Has this leading eVTOL stock followed a similar trajectory, or has it plummeted from its former heights?
If an investor had put $5,000 into Archer Aviation stock on its initial public offering (IPO) day five years ago, their holdings would now be worth $6,667. Archer Aviation, which embarked on its IPO journey in September 2021, initially saw its shares climb by 111% within three months. The surge was fueled by the company's ambitious plans to develop electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, aiming to transform urban transportation.
United Airlines' interest in purchasing Archer's aircraft further bolstered confidence in the company's prospects. However, the story has taken a more subdued turn since the beginning of 2026. The stock has seen a significant decline of over 44%, contrasting sharply with the broader market's growth. While the S&P 500 (^GSPC) has experienced an impressive increase of 84% over the same period, Archer Aviation has only managed a modest 33.3% rise.
This means that the initial $5,000 investment has grown to $6,667. The company's prospects remain uncertain, as it has yet to launch its commercial operations. Investors must weigh the potential rewards against the substantial risk, given Archer Aviation's still-speculative nature.
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