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ViaSat Inc (VSAT)
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08/14/2025: VSAT (3-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY since 64 days. Profits (159.98%). Updated daily EoD!
Upturn Star Rating
Moderate Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, typically align with the market average, offering steady but unremarkable returns.
Number of Analysts
9 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $24.29
1 Year Target Price $24.29
| 2 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 6 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 69.45% | Avg. Invested days 25 | Today’s Advisory Strong Buy |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/14/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 3.64B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 24.29 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 24.29 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 9 | Beta 1.2 | 52 Weeks Range 6.69 - 28.59 | Updated Date 08/15/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 6.69 - 28.59 | Updated Date 08/15/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -4.65 |
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 2025-08-05 | When After Market | Estimate -0.5855 | Actual 0.17 |
Profitability
Profit Margin -13.11% | Operating Margin (TTM) 3.99% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 0.24% | Return on Equity (TTM) -11.5% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 9580098111 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.8 |
Enterprise Value 9580098111 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.8 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.1 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 7.85 | Shares Outstanding 134263008 | Shares Floating 111689242 |
Shares Outstanding 134263008 | Shares Floating 111689242 | ||
Percent Insiders 5.85 | Percent Institutions 103.17 |
Upturn AI SWOT
ViaSat Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
ViaSat Inc., founded in 1986, started as a satellite communications engineering company. It has evolved into a global broadband services and technology provider, focusing on satellite and wireless networks.
Core Business Areas
- Satellite Services: Provides satellite-based broadband services for residential, enterprise, and government customers.
- Commercial Networks: Develops and sells satellite communication systems and ground infrastructure for commercial applications.
- Government Systems: Offers communication and networking solutions for government and defense customers.
Leadership and Structure
ViaSat is led by CEO Rick Baldridge. The organizational structure consists of various departments including engineering, sales, marketing, and operations, aligned with its core business segments.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- ViaSat Internet: Satellite-based internet service for residential and business users. Competitors include HughesNet and Starlink. User count unavailable, no revenue share. Market share information varies by region but is estimated to be approximately 20% of the US satellite internet market before the integration with Inmarsat. Competitors are Starlink, Hughesnet, and Dish.
- Exede Business: High-speed satellite internet for businesses. Competitors include terrestrial broadband providers and other satellite internet services. User count unavailable, no revenue share. Market share information varies by region, difficult to assess precisely due to fragmented market. Competitors are Verizon, Hughesnet, Starlink, and Dish.
- ViaSat In-Flight Connectivity: Provides in-flight Wi-Fi to airlines and passengers. Competitors include Gogo and Intelsat. Number of planes served is substantial but not fully public. Revenue share unavilable. ViaSat's Ka-band technology gives it a competitive edge in throughput. Competitors are Gogo, Intelsat.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The satellite communications industry is growing, driven by increasing demand for broadband access in remote areas and connectivity for IoT devices. Increasing space capabilities and lower launch costs are also growth factors.
Positioning
ViaSat is a key player in the satellite communications industry, known for its high-capacity satellite technology. Its competitive advantages include its vertically integrated business model and its focus on innovation.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market is estimated to be hundreds of billions of dollars. ViaSat is positioned to capture a significant share of this market through its satellite services and technology offerings.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- High-capacity satellite technology
- Vertically integrated business model
- Strong relationships with government and defense customers
- Innovative culture
- In-flight connectivity leadership
Weaknesses
- High capital expenditures for satellite deployment
- Reliance on satellite technology, which can be vulnerable to disruptions
- High debt load
- Integration challenges with Inmarsat
Opportunities
- Growing demand for broadband access in remote areas
- Expansion of IoT and machine-to-machine communication
- Increasing adoption of in-flight connectivity
- Government investment in space-based communication infrastructure
- Global expansion following Inmarsat acquisition
Threats
- Competition from terrestrial broadband providers
- Technological advancements in competing satellite technologies
- Economic downturns that could reduce demand for satellite services
- Regulatory changes that could impact the industry
- Increased competition from Starlink and other LEO satellite providers
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- HUGH
- LSTR
Competitive Landscape
ViaSat's vertically integrated model gives it a cost advantage. The integration with Inmarsat allows for greater coverage. However, the company faces stiff competition from HughesNet, and new LEO satellite providers such as Starlink.
Major Acquisitions
Inmarsat
- Year: 2023
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 7300
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded global footprint and service offerings. Combination will create a global communications innovator with enhanced scale and scope.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historically, ViaSat's growth has been driven by increased demand for satellite broadband services and government contracts. The acquisition of Inmarsat will be a factor moving forward.
Future Projections: Analysts expect ViaSat to continue growing, driven by its satellite services and government contracts. Future growth hinges on successful Inmarsat integration and capturing market share in the global satellite broadband market.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include the launch of new satellites, expansion of in-flight connectivity services, and the acquisition of Inmarsat.
Summary
ViaSat's strength lies in its satellite technology and vertical integration. The Inmarsat acquisition will expand its global reach but will need successful integration to be effective. ViaSat faces challenges from terrestrial broadband providers and low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite constellations. ViaSat must navigate economic uncertainties to grow.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings, industry reports, analyst estimates
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as investment advice. Market share information is approximate and may vary by region. Financial data is unavailable and should be verified from official sources.
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 ViaSat Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Carlsbad, CA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1996-12-03 | Co-Founder, Chairman & CEO Mr. Mark D. Dankberg | ||
Sector Technology | Industry Communication Equipment | Full time employees 7000 | Website https://www.viasat.com |
Full time employees 7000 | Website https://www.viasat.com | ||
Viasat, Inc. provides broadband and communications products and services in the United States and internationally. It operates through Communication Services; and Defense and Advanced Technologies segments. The company offers satellite-based broadband and narrowband communications solutions; broadband services, including broadband internet access and voice over internet protocol; fixed and mobile broadband and narrowband services; develops and sells satellite, wireless products, and terminals; and design, develop, and produce space system solutions for geostationary, medium, and low earth orbit. It also provides in-flight connectivity, narrowband safety operational data, and other complementary services; multimedia connectivity for military and government; tactical and beyond-line-of-sight communications; intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance; L-band advanced communications element terminals; enterprise connectivity solutions; Internet-of-Things; and L-band managed, energy, and prepaid internet services. In addition, the company offers networking, cybersecurity, and information assurance products and services; high assurance internet protocol encryption solutions; MOJO expeditionary tactical gateway; government satellite communication systems, mobile and fixed broadband modems, ground and airborne terminals, antennas and gateways, Ka-band earth stations, and other multi-band/multi-function antennas, as well as design products for manpacks, aircraft, unmanned aerial vehicles, seagoing vessels, ground-mobile vehicles, space-based systems, and fixed applications. Further, it designs and develops GEO, LEO, and MEO satellites, payload, antenna technologies, and other small satellite platforms; develops commercial communication satellite product, orchestration of sovereign and multi-orbit solutions, and direct-to-device; and licenses intellectual property. Viasat, Inc. was incorporated in 1986 and is headquartered in Carlsbad, California.
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