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EchoStar Corporation (SATS)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/15/2025: SATS (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
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
7 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $81.71
1 Year Target Price $81.71
| 2 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 4 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -21.69% | Avg. Invested days 21 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/15/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 20.70B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 81.71 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 81.71 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 7 | Beta 0.99 | 52 Weeks Range 14.90 - 85.37 | Updated Date 09/15/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 14.90 - 85.37 | Updated Date 09/15/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -1.02 |
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 -2.04% | Operating Margin (TTM) -5.73% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -0.57% | Return on Equity (TTM) -1.62% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 3.38 | Enterprise Value 46847652591 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.39 |
Enterprise Value 46847652591 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.39 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.03 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 19.65 | Shares Outstanding 156368000 | Shares Floating 135071356 |
Shares Outstanding 156368000 | Shares Floating 135071356 | ||
Percent Insiders 13.57 | Percent Institutions 88.68 |
Upturn AI SWOT
EchoStar Corporation
Company Overview
History and Background
EchoStar Corporation was founded in 1980 by Charlie Ergen as a satellite TV provider. It launched its first satellite in 1995, becoming a major player in the direct broadcast satellite (DBS) industry. Over time, it expanded into other satellite services and technologies.
Core Business Areas
- Satellite Services: Provides satellite communications services, including broadband, video distribution, and data solutions, to enterprises, government organizations, and consumers.
- Hughes: Offers broadband satellite internet service under the HughesNet brand, primarily serving rural and underserved areas. Also develops and provides satellite equipment and services.
- DISH Network: While EchoStar and DISH Network were originally one company, they split. However, EchoStar still provides some satellite services to DISH.
Leadership and Structure
Hamid Akhavan serves as the CEO of EchoStar Corporation. The company has a traditional corporate structure with various departments overseeing engineering, operations, sales, marketing, and finance.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- HughesNet: HughesNet is a satellite internet service targeting rural and underserved areas. The company is a major provider of satellite internet, though faces competition from Starlink, Viasat and traditional terrestrial internet providers. The number of HughesNet subscribers is roughly 1.27 million as of Q3 2023.
- Satellite Services: EchoStar provides satellite services for various industries including media, energy, and government. Market share varies by specific service and region. Competitors include Intelsat, SES, and Telesat.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The satellite communications industry is undergoing rapid technological changes, driven by increasing demand for broadband, IoT connectivity, and video distribution. Competition is intensifying with the emergence of new satellite technologies and constellations.
Positioning
EchoStar is positioned as a provider of satellite services and technologies, catering to various markets. It competes with other satellite operators and telecommunications companies. Its competitive advantages include its established satellite infrastructure and expertise.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global satellite services market is estimated to be several hundred billion dollars. EchoStar is positioned to address portions of this market through its broadband, enterprise, and government solutions.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Established satellite infrastructure
- Strong brand recognition (HughesNet)
- Experienced management team
- Diverse service offerings
Weaknesses
- High capital expenditures
- Dependence on satellite technology
- Susceptible to technological obsolescence
- Customer service complaints regarding HughesNet
Opportunities
- Growing demand for satellite broadband
- Expansion into new markets and services
- Partnerships with other technology companies
- Government contracts for satellite communications
Threats
- Increased competition from Starlink and other LEO satellite constellations
- Technological advancements in terrestrial broadband
- Economic downturn
- Regulatory changes
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- VSAT
- ASTS
- LSTR
Competitive Landscape
EchoStar faces intense competition from other satellite operators, telecommunications companies, and emerging LEO satellite constellations. Its competitive advantages include its established satellite infrastructure and brand recognition. Disadvantages include its high capital expenditures and potential for technological obsolescence.
Major Acquisitions
Acquired Company Name
- Year: 2017
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 140
- Strategic Rationale: Acquisition of 5% stake in mobile company Ligado to allow expansion to 5G, which can be used in the future for commercial space.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: EchoStar's historical growth has been influenced by factors such as subscriber growth in its broadband business and demand for its satellite services.
Future Projections: Future growth is projected to be driven by demand for broadband and connectivity, as well as expansion into new services and markets. Analyst estimates vary depending on market conditions and competitive pressures.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in new satellite technologies and services, partnerships with other technology companies, and expansion into new markets.
Summary
EchoStar Corporation is a major satellite services provider with a significant presence in the broadband market through HughesNet. While it benefits from established infrastructure, it faces intense competition and technological shifts. Key areas for improvement include addressing customer service issues and adapting to changing market dynamics. The company must capitalize on growth opportunities in satellite broadband and new markets.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC Filings
- Industry Reports
- Market Analysis
- Yahoo Finance
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on available information and is subject to change. It should not be considered financial advice. Market share data are estimates and may vary.
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.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About EchoStar Corporation
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Englewood, CO, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2007-12-31 | CEO, President & Director Mr. Hamid Akhavan-Malayeri | ||
Sector Communication Services | Industry Telecom Services | Full time employees 13700 | Website https://www.echostar.com |
Full time employees 13700 | Website https://www.echostar.com | ||
EchoStar Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, provides networking technologies and services in the United States and internationally. It operates through four segments: Pay-TV, Retail Wireless, 5G Network Deployment, Broadband and Satellite Services. The Pay-TV segment offers a direct broadcast and fixed satellite services; designs, develops, and distributes receiver system; and provides digital broadcast operations, including satellite uplinking/downlinking, transmission and, other services to third-party pay-TV providers; and multichannel, live-linear and on-demand streaming over-the-top internet-based domestic, international, Latino, and Freestream video programming services under the DISH and SLING brand names. Its Retail Wireless segment provides prepaid and postpaid wireless services under the Boost Mobile, Boost postpaid, and Gen Mobile brands, as well various wireless devices. The Network Deployment segment deploys a facilities-based 5G broadband network and commercializes deployment of 5G VoNR. The Broadband and Satellite Services offers broadband services to consumer customers, which include home, and small to medium-sized businesses; and satellite and multi-transport technologies, and managed network services to telecommunications providers, aeronautical service providers, civilian and defense government entities, and other enterprise customers. EchoStar Corporation was incorporated in 2007 and is headquartered in Englewood, Colorado.
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