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Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd(GILT)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$7.92
10/27/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for GILT

10/27/2026: GILT (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Gilat Satellite Networks is a specialized provider of satellite ground segment equipment serving defense, government, and commercial aviation markets. The company's primary strength lies in its robust technological expertise and its ability to secure high-margin, multi-year contracts, particularly in the defense sector. The main growth opportunity resides in supporting the infrastructure needs of evolving low-earth-orbit satellite constellations and expanding in-flight connectivity. Investors should note risks related to regional geopolitical exposure, revenue concentration, and intense competition from larger industry players. As a non-dividend-paying stock, Gilat may best suit growth-oriented investors who are comfortable with the volatility inherent in defense-linked technology markets.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitGrowth is tied to the specialized defense and LEO markets, which can be lumpy and cyclical.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe stock can exhibit high momentum during periods of significant contract announcements or positive sector sentiment.
Value investorMixed fitValuation is often dependent on future contract wins, making it difficult to assess long-term intrinsic value.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company does not pay a dividend, making it unsuitable for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorWeak fitExposure to geopolitical risks and technological disruption contributes to higher-than-average volatility.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highThe stock is susceptible to fluctuations based on government contract news and sector-wide sentiment.
Valuation riskMediumInvestors often price the stock based on speculative future growth rather than current earnings.
Competition risk (Satellite ground segment competition)HighStrong players like Viasat and Hughes can exert pricing pressure on hardware-based solutions.
Business qualityMediumWhile the technology is essential, the reliance on lumpy project-based revenue limits predictability.
Dividend incomeLow / noneZero dividend yield means no buffer during market downturns.
Execution riskMedium / highComplexity in delivering large-scale government projects creates significant operational risk.

Price Behavior

Steep Decline
PRICE PATH

Steep Decline

The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.

Highly Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Highly Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent, large price swings that make its near-term movement less predictable.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 40.81%
Avg. Invested days 40
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
GILT receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak unit economics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
GILT has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong revenue growth (+47.9%) is partially offset by negative earnings growth (-16.6%), soft cash generation (FCF margin 2.0%), soft profitability (net margin 4.6%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
GILT's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (2.0% of revenue). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is GILT's strongest growth driver at +47.9% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, while earnings growth (-16.6%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-63.3%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 50.2% and approximately 98.8% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 6.83% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Clal Insurance Enterprises Holdings Ltd 5.74%
Phoenix Financial Ltd 4.95%
American Century Companies Inc 3.04%
Van Eck Associates Corporation 2.34%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 2.31%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
GILT generates approximately $295 of gross profit, $45 of operating income, and $20 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Soft margins explain the 1-star rating, with weak cash conversion and soft capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: -9.56% (Tax Credit)

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
GILT has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedSmall / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 587.74M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 16.96
1Y Target Price 19.2
Price to earnings Ratio 16.96
1Y Target Price 19.2
Volume (30-day avg) 775.9K shares
Beta 1.04
52 Weeks Range 7.23 - 20.93
Updated Date 10/27/2026
52 Weeks Range 7.23 - 20.93
Updated Date 10/27/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.45

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Commercial NetworksBroadband, cellular backhaul, and enterprise terminal sales and maintenance.The foundational part of the business providing steady, though slow-growing, infrastructure revenue.
Mobility and DefenseTactical, aviation, and maritime communication terminals.The growth engine, leveraging high-margin contracts for secure government and aviation communications.
GeographyGlobal operations with significant revenue derived from the US, Latin America, and other international regions.The company is globally exposed but heavily influenced by US defense spending and regional infrastructure trends.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Revenue by Geography

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Valuation

Trailing PE 16.96
Forward PE 24.94
Enterprise Value 423.18M
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.2
Enterprise Value 423.18M
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.2
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.87
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 7.07
Shares Outstanding 77.03M
Shares Floating 76.08M
Shares Outstanding 77.03M
Shares Floating 76.08M
Percent Insiders 6.83
Percent Institutions 50.22

Financial Metrics

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Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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