XTI Aerospace Secures $20 Million JPMorgan Chase & Co. Asset-Based Lending Facility [Accessibility Statement] Skip NavigationFacility enhances liquidity, supports working capital efficiency and reinforces disciplined path of sustainable, cash-flow positive growthENGLEWOOD, Colo., Feb. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- XTI Aerospace, Inc. (Nasdaq: XTIA) ("XTI Aerospace," "XTI," or the "Company"), an aerospace technology company focused on building and scaling its Drone Nerds, LLC ("Drone Nerds") subsidiary, a drone p ...

Company Overview - XTI Aerospace, Inc. is an aerospace technology company focused on advancing vertical flight, particularly through unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and advanced vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft [4]. Leadership Appointment - Scott Pomeroy, CEO of XTI Aerospace, emphasized that the appointment of Jonathan Ornstein as an independent director reflects the company's strategic orientation towards leadership in the drone and unmanned aircraft systems market, supported by a disciplined M&A strategy [1][3]. - Ornstein has over four decades of aviation industry experience, including 25 years as Chairman of Mesa Air Group, where he demonstrated the ability to scale aviation businesses and navigate regulated markets [2]. Strategic Focus - Ornstein's leadership is expected to enhance XTI's capabilities in building and transforming aviation platforms, which is crucial for the company's evolution [3]. - The company is focusing on drones, training, supply chain scale, and disciplined M&A, combined with a thoughtful approach to aircraft development financing, creating a strong foundation for future growth [3]. Business Operations - XTI Aerospace operates through its Drone Nerds business, which provides UAS solutions, services, and hardware, and its XTI Aircraft business, which is developing advanced VTOL aircraft that combine the range and speed of planes with the take-off and landing capabilities of helicopters [4].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint emphasizes the deep integration of technology and industry, showcasing advancements in various sectors such as server virtualization, autonomous logistics, clean technology, and aerospace commercialization, contributing to high-quality development and technological self-reliance [1][5]. Group 2 - The program "New Forces in Venture Capital" produced by Industrial Bank, in collaboration with Southeast TV and Haixia TV, focuses on the importance of technological innovation, inviting experts from various fields to discuss the practices of benchmark enterprises in technology breakthroughs and industrial ecosystem construction [3][9]. Group 3 - The "14th Five-Year Plan" suggests accelerating high-level technological self-reliance, with innovative enterprises being key players in overcoming critical technological challenges and ensuring industrial chain security [5]. Group 4 - Challenges such as funding shortages, resource dispersion, and market validation difficulties hinder the transformation of innovative results into industrial applications, necessitating systemic support from financial services and innovation ecosystems [7]. Group 5 - The program will explore new sectors like artificial intelligence, advanced manufacturing, smart energy, optoelectronic materials, and aerospace technology, featuring visits to representative innovative enterprises and discussions with industry experts [11]. Group 6 - The "Xinghuo Technology Support Package" segment of the program offers tailored financial service solutions from Industrial Bank based on the growth needs of enterprises, aiming to provide precise financial support [13]. Group 7 - Industrial Bank aims to enhance its role in supporting technological innovation and high-quality development through the "Xinghuo Technology" brand service, with significant investments in traditional and emerging industries, targeting over 60 billion yuan by the end of 2025 [13]. Group 8 - The program "New Forces in Venture Capital" will air weekly, starting January 23, on various platforms, aiming to showcase the new momentum of technological innovation and its impact on economic vitality [14].

Core Insights - XTI Aerospace is focusing on the drone and unmanned aircraft markets, leveraging the expertise of Clinton, who has experience in drone-enabled aerospace platforms and geospatial intelligence [1] - The company aims to enhance its strategic decision-making in the rapidly evolving UAS landscape with Clinton's background in finance and investments [1] Company Overview - XTI Aerospace, Inc. (Nasdaq: XTIA) is an aerospace technology company dedicated to advancing vertical flight [5] - The company operates through its Drone Nerds business, which was acquired in November 2025, and is a leading provider of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), solutions, services, and hardware [5] - XTI Aircraft, a division of the company, is focused on developing advanced vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft that combine the range and speed of planes with the take-off and landing capabilities of helicopters [5] Key Personnel - Mr. Weber is currently the Chief Financial Officer of Prius Intelli, LLC, and its subsidiary Synetos Aerospace, where he oversees business development, mergers and acquisitions, and financial planning [2] - He has previously served as Chief Investment Officer at Trinity Investment Management, managing capital allocation strategy and investment performance [3] - Mr. Weber's background includes experience as a Principal and Senior Analyst at Corbett Capital, focusing on private equity and direct investments, and he began his career as a tactical jet pilot in the United States Marine Corps [4]

Core Viewpoint - Innovative Aerosystems (ISSC) is experiencing significant growth and has a new price target of $20 set by Craig-Hallum, indicating strong confidence in its future performance [1][6]. Financial Performance - ISSC reported a remarkable 78.6% increase in revenue for fiscal year 2025, with a GAAP EPS of $0.39, contributing to a total return of 72% over the past month [2][6]. - The stock currently trades at a trailing P/E ratio of 16.66x, which is attractive compared to sector medians, and the PEG ratio is well below sector averages, suggesting potential undervaluation relative to growth [3][6]. Stock Performance - The current stock price of ISSC is $16.11, reflecting a 12.09% increase with a change of $1.74, and it has fluctuated between $14.50 and $16.20 today [4]. - Over the past year, the stock has reached a high of $20 and a low of $5.30, with a market capitalization of approximately $284.1 million [4]. Market Activity - The trading volume for ISSC today is 391,146 shares, indicating active investor interest, and the new price target suggests potential for further growth [5].

Core Insights - Leverage Shares by Themes has launched three new leveraged single-stock ETFs aimed at providing magnified exposure to popular and emerging companies [1][2] - The new ETFs are designed to deliver 200% of the daily performance of their underlying stocks, specifically targeting Lululemon Athletica, Gemini Space Station Inc, and Oscar Health Inc [2][4] - The launch reflects a broader strategy to expand the leveraged ETF range in response to increasing investor demand for high-conviction names [3] Product Details - The newly introduced ETFs are Leverage Shares 2X Long LULU Daily ETF (NASDAQ:LULG), Leverage Shares 2X Long GEMI Daily ETF (NASDAQ:GEMG), and Leverage Shares 2X Long OSCR Daily ETF (NYSE:OSCG) [2] - Each ETF has a management fee of 0.75%, which is considered competitive within the single-stock leveraged ETF market [2] Market Context - The new ETFs focus on high-growth industries, including consumer apparel, aerospace technology, and health care innovation, with Lululemon leading in premium activewear, Gemini Space Station in commercial spaceflight, and Oscar Health in technology-driven health insurance [4] - The introduction of these products is part of a growing trend among investors seeking tactical trading tools for precise stock exposure [6] Competitive Landscape - The single-stock ETF market has become increasingly competitive, with firms like Direxion and REX Shares expanding their offerings to meet the demand for leveraged and inverse exposure among active traders [7]

Group 1 - Honeywell's stock initially reacted positively to previous coverage but later lost gains due to margin headwinds in the Aerospace Technology business [1] - The analyst has over 15 years of investment experience, focusing on mid-sized hedge funds with assets between $100 million and $500 million [1] - The investment strategy includes medium-term investing in ideas with catalysts for value unlocking or short selling in case of downside catalysts [1] Group 2 - The analyst has a generalist sector preference but has primarily analyzed industrial, consumer, and technology sectors, where higher conviction in investments is noted [1]

Group 1 - The 2025 Lu-Hong-Kong-Macao Technology Innovation Cooperation Exchange Conference was successfully held in Qingdao, attracting nearly 200 representatives from government departments, universities, research institutions, and enterprises from the three regions [1] - The event facilitated various cooperation intentions in technology collaboration, product promotion, and market expansion, with over 30 matchmaking booths set up for free exchanges [2] - Representatives from various companies shared insights on technological innovations and industrial applications in fields such as artificial intelligence, medical devices, aerospace technology, and biomedicine, showcasing over 20 internationally competitive technological innovations and their industrialization prospects [3] Group 2 - Qingdao and Hong Kong share similar urban characteristics, both being coastal port cities, which enhances their collaborative potential in technology innovation [4] - The Qingdao Free Trade Zone is positioned as a national strategic platform to deepen technological innovation cooperation with Hong Kong, Macao, and Shanghai Cooperation Organization countries, aiming to create a regionally influential innovation hub [5] - Shandong has achieved breakthroughs in artificial intelligence and green low-carbon technologies through a market-oriented approach, and plans to deepen cooperation with Hong Kong and Macao in technology transfer and achievement transformation [5]