Droneshield (DRO) is held by 17 ASX ETFs. Over the last year it fell 71.3%: on $10,000, −$7130. We explain 38 big moves in that time.
About DRO
- SectorIndustrials
- IndustryCapital Goods
- Size$1.6b
- Held by17 ETFs
- Big moves38 in 1Y
Each dot is a move we explain. Tap one, or a row of Why it moved, to see what caused it.
Why it moved
- +9.0%30 Sep 2026· Contract
DroneShield shares surged after the company announced it was awarded a US$500 million US government indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity procurement contract.
- −11.7%26 Aug 2026· Earnings Miss
DroneShield's 1H 2026 results showed strong 74% revenue growth but disappointed the market with a $32.2 million statutory loss and slipping margins, triggering a sell-off despite the record top-line performance.
- +7.4%25 Aug 2026· Sector Flow
DRO lifted by a strong broad-based rally in ASX materials stocks, with the sector index rising well above its normal daily range on the same day.
- +14.6%4 Aug 2026· Unknown
A broad rally in US markets the prior day and a lift in Australian materials stocks appear to have carried DRO higher, though the move is far larger than these sector tailwinds alone would suggest
- −7.8%28 Jul 2026· Operational
DRO's own market-sensitive announcement covering contracts, product release, and a trading update appears to have disappointed investors, driving the stock down nearly 8%.
- −8.6%1 Jun 2026· Contract
DroneShield shares fell 8.55% on 2026-06-01 ahead of a major US contract announcement that was disclosed after the market close; the drop was part of a monthly decline of 18%, reflecting a pullback in a prior rally.
- −9.9%12 May 2026· Regulatory
DroneShield's share price fell sharply after the ASIC (Australian Securities and Investments Commission) announced an investigation into the company and visited its offices.
- +9.1%16 Apr 2026· Sector Flow
Technical support level held, driving a 9% rebound in DroneShield shares amid broader sector interest and positive analyst commentary.
- −13.5%8 Apr 2026· Management
CEO and chair departures following a share sale saga triggered a sharp sell-off despite record revenue.
- −13.4%27 Mar 2026· Sector Flow
DroneShield shares declined sharply on 2026-03-26 despite a period of strong demand, likely due to profit-taking after a significant run-up.
- +19.3%25 Mar 2026· Sector Flow
DroneShield shares soared 19% to lead ASX 200 gainers, driven by strong sector momentum in defence tech stocks.
- −6.8%24 Mar 2026· Sector Flow
DroneShield shares took a pause after a strong rally, with the fall occurring as part of a broader sector and market consolidation.
- +10.0%6 Mar 2026· Sector Flow
DroneShield shares rose 10% on March 5, 2026, amid continued volatility and a broader surge in ASX defence stocks linked to geopolitical tensions (Iran war).
- +6.6%2 Mar 2026· Sector Flow
DroneShield shares surged alongside other defence stocks amid geopolitical tensions related to Iran.
- +12.6%25 Feb 2026· Earnings Beat
DroneShield's share price jumped 12.62% following its announcement of record half-year results with a 276% revenue surge, driven by strong counter-drone demand.
- −7.5%30 Jan 2026· Earnings Miss
DroneShield shares fell as part of a post-earnings selloff after the company's strong FY25 revenue report, with investors taking profits after a massive prior run-up.
- −9.1%29 Jan 2026· Operational
DroneShield shares fell 9.11% as part of a three-day selloff, giving back some of a massive 36% surge following strong FY25 revenue results, with the drop driven by profit-taking and the politically sensitive ICE frontwoman appointment.
- +7.8%16 Jan 2026· Sector Flow
Droneshield shares rose amid broad ASX defence sector momentum, with peer Electro Optic Systems surging over 700% in a year and positive broker commentary on Droneshield as a 2026 buy.
- +18.4%6 Jan 2026· Management
DroneShield's share price surged after announcing the appointment of Louis Gamarra as Chief Commercial Officer.
- +9.0%23 Dec 2025· Contract
DroneShield's share price moved up 9% on 22 December 2025 as investors responded to the announcement of a $6.2 million Asia-Pacific military contract.
- +7.9%22 Dec 2025· Contract
DroneShield shares rose after the company secured a $6.2 million Asia-Pacific military contract.
- +11.6%19 Dec 2025· Contract
DroneShield shares surged 11.65% on December 18, 2025, following the announcement of a $49.6 million European military contract win on December 16 and growing bullish sentiment for the drone sector in 2026.
- −12.1%17 Dec 2025· Operational
The sharp drop on 16 December appears to be profit-taking and a reversal of the prior day's surge following a $50m European contract announcement, compounded by broad market weakness.
- +22.2%16 Dec 2025· Contract
DroneShield announced a AU$50 million contract for counter-drone systems from a European reseller, driving the share price up.
- −6.6%11 Dec 2025· Sector Flow
DroneShield shares continued to decline, erasing billions in market value, amid a broad market downturn and negative sentiment towards the stock.
- +16.2%10 Dec 2025· Analyst
DroneShield shares rose sharply on December 9, 2025, likely due to a broad market analyst or investor sentiment shift, as the stock was later mentioned in a 'buy' recommendation piece by Livewire Markets.
- −7.8%27 Nov 2025· Guidance Down
DroneShield shares fell 7.83% on November 26, 2025, likely due to continued market concerns over insider share selling and a silent CEO, following a recent withdrawal of guidance.
- +8.5%26 Nov 2025· Contract
DroneShield secured a $5.2M European military contract, driving shares up sharply on the day.
- +14.6%25 Nov 2025· Contract
DroneShield's share price rose 14.61% on 2025-11-24 following the securing of a $5.2 million European military contract.
- −9.3%21 Nov 2025· Management
The share price fell sharply due to the immediate resignation of its US chief executive and broader investor concerns about governance after a CEO share sale amid a misinformed market.
- −19.6%19 Nov 2025· Management
DroneShield's US CEO resigned immediately, and the company faced investor backlash over an insider share sale and governance concerns.
- +11.6%17 Nov 2025· Unknown
The stock rose 11.59% on high volume on 2025-11-16, likely driven by positive momentum and insider trading news from the prior week, before negative management and operational news emerged later.
- −31.4%13 Nov 2025· Stake Change
Top executives, including the CEO, sold their entire holdings, triggering a sharp sell-off.
- −11.7%6 Nov 2025· Sector Flow
DroneShield shares fell sharply on November 5, 2025, as part of a broader selloff affecting several ASX stocks, including James Hardie, NAB, and Westpac.
- −7.5%5 Nov 2025· Sector Flow
Droneshield shares experienced a sharp single-day decline, likely driven by profit-taking after a prolonged rally and possibly negative sentiment from broader market moves.
- −12.2%29 Oct 2025· Earnings Miss
Droneshield's stock plunged due to a likely earnings miss or negative market reaction to its financial results, despite a reported 1000% revenue jump.
- +7.8%8 Oct 2025· Operational
DroneShield announced a new $13 million counter-drone R&D facility in Adelaide, driving positive investor sentiment.
- +10.7%6 Oct 2025· Contract
DroneShield secured a major order from a partner for components, driving a 10.74% share price surge.
Held by 17 ETFs
Of every $10,000 in each fund, how much is in DRO today.
- SMLLBetaShares Australian Small Companies Select ETF$1331.33%
- SSOSTATE STREET SPDR S&P/ASX SMALL ORDINARIES ETF$510.51%
- ISOiShares S&P/ASX Small Ordinaries ETF$510.51%
- VSOVanguard MSCI Australian Small Companies Index ETF$270.27%
- OZXXGlobal X Australia ex Financials & Resources ETF$180.18%
- EX20BetaShares Australian Ex-20 Portfolio Diversifier ETF$150.15%
- GEARBetaShares Geared Australian Equities Complex ETF$120.12%
- AECVBETASHARES AUSTRALIAN SHARES CATHOLIC VALUES ETF$8.730.09%
- VETHVanguard Ethically Conscious Australian Shares ETF$8.200.08%
- MTUMBetaShares Australian Momentum ETF$7.050.07%
Why did DRO fall 7.5% on 5 Nov 2025?
Droneshield
Droneshield shares experienced a sharp single-day decline, likely driven by profit-taking after a prolonged rally and possibly negative sentiment from broader market moves.
The Motley Fool article specifically notes the 7.5% drop and questions if shares have 'come off the boil', indicating a possible end to a prior rally. Another article mentions DroneShield alongside other stocks like James Hardie and NAB sinking, suggesting a broader market or sector-wide decline. However, no specific company announcement is referenced, so the cause is circumstantial.
General information only, not personal advice — prepared without regard to your objectives, financial situation or needs. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.
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What it did to the 17 ETFs holding DRO
On $10,000 in each fund, at the weight it holds today
- SMLL1.33% of the fund−$10
- SSO0.51% of the fund−$4
- ISO0.51% of the fund−$4
- VSO0.27% of the fund−$2
- OZXX0.18% of the fund−$1
- EX200.15% of the fund−$1
- GEAR0.12% of the fund−$1
- AECV0.09% of the fund−$1
- VETH0.08% of the fund−$1
- MTUM0.07% of the fund−$1
The 10 that hold it most. All 17 are listed on the page under Held by.