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Iridium Communications Inc (IRDM)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: IRDM (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
9 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $36.12
1 Year Target Price $36.12
| 6 | Strong Buy |
| 2 | Buy |
| 1 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -50.33% | Avg. Invested days 28 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/28/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 2.65B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 24.61 | 1Y Target Price 36.12 |
Price to earnings Ratio 24.61 | 1Y Target Price 36.12 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 9 | Beta 0.76 | 52 Weeks Range 19.81 - 35.33 | Updated Date 08/28/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 19.81 - 35.33 | Updated Date 08/28/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.24% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 13.2% | Operating Margin (TTM) 23.17% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 5.22% | Return on Equity (TTM) 17.96% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 24.61 | Forward PE 24.75 | Enterprise Value 4384830228 | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.1 |
Enterprise Value 4384830228 | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.1 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 5.11 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 10.36 | Shares Outstanding 106114000 | Shares Floating 93124513 |
Shares Outstanding 106114000 | Shares Floating 93124513 | ||
Percent Insiders 12.53 | Percent Institutions 94.87 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Iridium Communications Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Iridium Communications Inc. was founded in 1991 and launched its satellite constellation in 1998. After facing bankruptcy in the early 2000s, it was restructured and emerged as a provider of satellite voice and data communications worldwide. The company completed the launch of its next-generation Iridium NEXT constellation in 2019.
Core Business Areas
- Commercial Services: Provides satellite voice and data solutions to businesses, government entities, and individuals, including maritime, aviation, land mobile, and IoT applications.
- Government Services: Offers specialized communications solutions to the U.S. government and its contractors.
- Hosted Payload: Provides communication and data services through payloads hosted on the Iridium NEXT satellites.
Leadership and Structure
Matthew J. Desch is the CEO. The company has a hierarchical structure with departments focusing on sales, marketing, engineering, operations, and finance. The board of directors oversees the company's strategy and performance.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Competitors: Inmarsat,Viasat
- Iridium Certus: A broadband satellite service offering various speeds for maritime, land mobile, and aviation applications. Competitors include Inmarsat, Viasat. Market share data is difficult to obtain precisely but is a significant portion of Iridium's revenue and growth.
- Competitors: Garmin
- Iridium GO!: A portable satellite Wi-Fi hotspot for smartphones and other devices. Targets individual users and small teams needing connectivity in remote areas. Revenue from this product contributes significantly to the company's data services segment. Competitors include Garmin with its inReach products.
- Competitors: Inmarsat,Thuraya
- Satellite Phones: Durable and reliable satellite phones for voice communications in areas with no terrestrial coverage. Iridium is a leading provider of sat phones. Competitors include Inmarsat, Thuraya.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The satellite communications industry is experiencing growth driven by increasing demand for connectivity in remote areas, IoT applications, and government services. Key trends include the development of LEO (Low Earth Orbit) constellations and the convergence of satellite and terrestrial networks.
Positioning
Iridium Communications Inc. is positioned as a leading provider of satellite voice and data services, particularly for critical communications and connectivity in remote areas. Its fully operational next-generation constellation provides a competitive advantage in terms of coverage and reliability.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market for satellite communications is estimated to be in the tens of billions of dollars annually. Iridium is positioned well to address various segments, including maritime, aviation, land mobile, IoT, and government.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Global coverage with 100% satellite constellation
- Reliable and resilient network
- Strong brand reputation for critical communications
- Increasing revenue from data services
- Government contracts provide a stable revenue stream
Weaknesses
- Higher service costs compared to terrestrial options
- Susceptible to weather interference
- Limited bandwidth compared to terrestrial networks
- Competition from emerging LEO constellations like Starlink
Opportunities
- Expanding IoT applications and connectivity solutions
- Growing demand for satellite broadband services
- Increasing government spending on satellite communications
- Partnerships with terrestrial network operators
- Growth in aviation and maritime markets
Threats
- Increased competition from new LEO constellations
- Technological advancements in terrestrial networks
- Economic downturn impacting spending on satellite services
- Geopolitical risks and regulatory changes
- Cybersecurity threats
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- ORBC
- ASTS
- GIL
Competitive Landscape
Iridium's fully operational next-generation constellation and global coverage provide a competitive advantage. However, it faces increasing competition from emerging LEO constellations like Starlink and AST SpaceMobile, which offer higher bandwidth and lower latency.
Major Acquisitions
Satelles, Inc
- Year: 2024
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 115
- Strategic Rationale: Acquisition of Satelles adds to Iridium's ability to serve the aviation, maritime and land-based mobile market
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Iridium has experienced steady growth in revenue and subscriber base over the past several years, driven by demand for its satellite communications services in various markets.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth for Iridium, driven by expanding IoT applications, increasing demand for satellite broadband, and government contracts. Projected revenue growth is expected to be in the double digits.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include expanding its Iridium Certus service, developing new IoT solutions, and partnering with terrestrial network operators.
Summary
Iridium Communications Inc. is a strong player in the satellite communications market, benefiting from its global coverage and reliable network. The company is experiencing growth in data services and government contracts but faces competition from new LEO constellations. Iridium should focus on expanding its IoT solutions and strategic partnerships to maintain its competitive edge and look out for cyber attacks.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Iridium Communications Inc. Investor Relations, SEC Filings, Analyst Reports, Third Party Market Research
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Investment decisions should be made based on individual circumstances and consultation with a qualified financial advisor.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About Iridium Communications Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters McLean, VA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2008-03-20 | CEO & Director Mr. Matthew J. Desch | ||
Sector Communication Services | Industry Telecom Services | Full time employees 873 | Website https://www.iridium.com |
Full time employees 873 | Website https://www.iridium.com | ||
Iridium Communications Inc. provides mobile voice and data communications services and products to businesses, the United States and international governments, non-governmental organizations, and consumers worldwide. The company offers mobile satellite communications services for land mobile end users and aviation sectors; broadband terminals, embedded devices, and handsets for merchant shipping, fishing, leisure and research vessels, and specialized watercraft; satellite-based IoT services; hosted payload and other data services; and other data services and engineering services. It also provides postpaid mobile voice and data satellite communications; prepaid mobile voice satellite communications; push-to-talk; broadband data; Internet of Things (IoT); and satellite time and location services. In addition, the company offers personnel tracking devices; asset tracking devices for equipment, vehicles, and aircrafts; beyond-line-of-sight aircraft communications applications; maritime communications applications; specialized communications solutions for high-value individuals; and mobile communications and data devices for the military and other government agencies, such as secure satellite handsets; and maintenance services for the U.S. government's dedicated gateway. Further, it provides satellite handsets, voice and data modems, broadband data devices, and IoT data devices; and various accessories for its devices that include batteries, holsters, earbud headphones, portable auxiliary antennas, antenna adaptors, USB data cables, charging units, and others. The company sells its products and services to commercial end users through a wholesale distribution network that include service providers, and value-added resellers and manufacturers. The company was formerly known as Iridium Holdings LLC and changed its name to Iridium Communications Inc. in September 2009. Iridium Communications Inc. is headquartered in McLean, Virginia.
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