Archer Aviation: The Bet That Could Take Off Sooner Than You Think

Archer Aviation (NYSE: ACHR) is racing to commercialize flying taxis with its Midnight aircraft -- and its $1 billion cash buffer, global partnerships, and Olympic exclusivity deal could put it ahead of its rivals. But risks remain. Here's why this ambitious electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) company could be either a highflier or a hard crash.

*Stock prices used were the market prices of June 26, 2025. The video was published on July 4, 2025.

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