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EchoStar Corporation (SATS)

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Upturn Advisory Summary

06/30/2025: SATS (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Not Recommended Performance

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Number of Analysts

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7 Analysts rated it

Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.

1 Year Target Price $30.58

1 Year Target Price $30.58

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$30.58Target price
Low$14.79
Current$27.7
high$32.48

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -18.6%
Avg. Invested days 25
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Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 8.28B USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 30.58
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 30.58
Volume (30-day avg) 7
Beta 0.76
52 Weeks Range 14.79 - 32.48
Updated Date 06/30/2025
52 Weeks Range 14.79 - 32.48
Updated Date 06/30/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -0.72

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 -
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Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin -1.37%
Operating Margin (TTM) -2.28%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) -0.41%
Return on Equity (TTM) -1.1%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 69.93
Enterprise Value 32429603327
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.53
Enterprise Value 32429603327
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.53
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.07
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 13.69
Shares Outstanding 156030000
Shares Floating 133142524
Shares Outstanding 156030000
Shares Floating 133142524
Percent Insiders 13.62
Percent Institutions 90.95

Analyst Ratings

Rating 3
Target Price 30.58
Buy 1
Strong Buy 2
Buy 1
Strong Buy 2
Hold 4
Sell -
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EchoStar Corporation

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

EchoStar Corporation was founded in 1980 by Charlie Ergen as a satellite TV equipment distributor, initially called Dish Network Corporation. It launched its first satellite in 1995 and has since evolved into a global provider of satellite communication solutions.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • EchoStar Satellite Services: Provides satellite services, including managed services, for enterprise and government customers globally. This includes capacity leasing and end-to-end solutions.
  • Hughes: Offers broadband satellite technologies and services. This includes consumer broadband services, enterprise solutions, and defense and government systems.
  • DISH Network (Spin-off): While spun-off, it's crucial to recognize DISH as an integral part of EchoStar's origin. DISH focuses on providing pay-TV services.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Hamid Akhavan is the CEO. The company is structured with various divisions focusing on different aspects of its business, including satellite services, Hughes products, and technology development.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Satellite Capacity: EchoStar leases satellite capacity to various customers globally. Market share data is variable and depends on specific regions and segments. Competitors include Intelsat, SES, and Telesat. Revenue from capacity leasing contributes a significant portion of the company's satellite services revenue.
  • HughesNet: HughesNet is a consumer satellite internet service. Hughes holds a significant share of the US satellite internet market. Competitors include Viasat and Starlink (SpaceX). Hughes's broadband revenues are driven by HughesNet subscriptions.
  • Enterprise Solutions: Hughes provides managed network services and satellite solutions for enterprises. Market share varies by industry and region, competition includes established telcos and other satellite providers. Enterprise solutions contribute to Hughes's overall revenue.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The satellite communication industry is experiencing growth driven by increased demand for broadband connectivity in remote areas, IoT applications, and government contracts. Consolidation and competition are intensifying.

Positioning

EchoStar is a vertically integrated company with its own satellite fleet, enabling it to provide end-to-end solutions. Its competitive advantages include its satellite infrastructure and Hughes's technological expertise.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global satellite communication market is estimated to be worth over $300 billion by 2030. EchoStar, through its Hughes subsidiary and satellite services, is strategically positioned to capture a significant portion of this market, focusing on broadband and enterprise solutions.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Extensive satellite fleet
  • Hughes's technology leadership
  • Vertically integrated business model
  • Strong presence in satellite broadband

Weaknesses

  • High capital expenditure requirements
  • Reliance on satellite technology (subject to technological advancements)
  • Competition from terrestrial broadband solutions
  • Debt load

Opportunities

  • Growing demand for satellite broadband
  • Expansion of IoT applications
  • Government contracts for satellite communication
  • Partnerships and acquisitions

Threats

  • Increasing competition from Starlink and other LEO constellations
  • Technological disruptions (e.g., 5G)
  • Regulatory changes
  • Economic downturns

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • VSAT
  • LUMN
  • GILAT

Competitive Landscape

EchoStar faces intense competition from established satellite operators, terrestrial broadband providers, and emerging LEO satellite constellations. Its advantages include its vertically integrated business model and technological expertise, while its disadvantages include high capital expenditure requirements and regulatory challenges.

Major Acquisitions

Hughes Communications

  • Year: 2011
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 1300
  • Strategic Rationale: Acquisition of Hughes to expand broadband satellite services and technology.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: EchoStar's growth has been driven by the expansion of its satellite services and the performance of its Hughes subsidiary. Fluctuations in revenue and profit have occurred based on market conditions and capital expenditures.

Future Projections: Future growth is expected to be driven by the increasing demand for satellite broadband and enterprise solutions. Analyst estimates vary depending on the source and economic conditions.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in new satellite technologies, partnerships to expand its service offerings, and strategic acquisitions.

Summary

EchoStar Corporation presents a complex picture. Its vertically integrated model and extensive satellite fleet are strengths, but it faces strong competition and high capital costs. Increasing demand for satellite broadband offers growth opportunities, but technological disruptions and regulatory changes pose threats. The company needs to carefully manage its investments and navigate the evolving landscape to sustain its market position. Its focus on Hughes offers an advantage.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q reports)
  • Company press releases
  • Industry reports
  • Analyst estimates
  • Company website

Disclaimers:

This analysis is based on publicly available information and is not financial advice. Market conditions and company performance can change rapidly. Consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

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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
Full time employees 13700

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.