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Iridium Communications

IRDM

AI analysis and articles are in Czech.

§ Financial healthLong-term stability

50/ 100

Overall score·IRDM

Current price

44.4USD

23/10/2026

P/E, P/B

Valuation

Weak

Rates whether the stock is cheap or expensive relative to its history and sector. A score above 60 suggests the stock trades below its estimated intrinsic value.

Tracks:P/E · P/B · FCF yield · sector

Valuace působí zvýšeně: P/E 53,1 a P/B 10,5 jsou vysoké, přestože forward P/E klesá na 27,2. Růst tržeb je mírný a EPS meziročně výrazně oslabil; ziskovost podporují solidní marže a ROE, zatímco vysoké zadlužení je slabší stránkou stability. Cena je nad 50denním i 200denním průměrem, ale nedávný vývoj je mírně negativní a uvedený analytický cíl 42 USD je pod aktuální cenou.

§ Outlook vs S&P 500Next 12 months

About the same

Estimated chance of beating the index: about 51%

8 of 8 inputs

NoProbably notSameProbably yesYes

A model estimate from current values. The result may change with new data; it is not a price target or an investment recommendation.

§ Metrics summary

A quick look at Iridium Communications (IRDM) combining financial health, the short-term signal, valuation, DCF, management quality and operating metrics. It is analytical context, not a recommendation to buy or sell.

50/100

The overall score is based mainly on long-term fundamentals, complemented by the current signal and the available qualitative rating of the company.

56/100

Slightly positive signal based on current news, price action and the economy.

34/100

A lower score means the stock is expensive relative to the company's earnings and assets.

7% below fair value

An estimate of what the stock should be worth based on the company's future cash.

+4%

How fast the company's revenue grows year on year.

65/100

How much the company earns from each unit of revenue and from invested capital.

40/100

Debt level, share-price volatility and how resilient the company is in bad times.

76/100

AI estimate of management quality, execution and capital allocation.

82/100

AI estimate of the company's durable competitive advantage.

§ Financial results

Financial results·IRDM

M USD

RevenueEBITDANet incomeEBITDA margin

Margins and profitability·IRDM

Net marginEBITDA marginDashed = estimate

Net margin

+13.1 %

FY 2025 · reported

EBITDA margin

+50.9 %

FY 2026 · estimate

Net margin

+10.5 %

last 12 months

Operating margin

+15.1 %

last 12 months

ROE

+19.7 %

last 12 months

FY = fiscal year · TTM = trailing 12 months

§ Context and events

Management

Matthew J. Desch je CEO a člen představenstva, Vincent J. O'Neill zastává funkci finančního ředitele a Suzanne E. McBride je provozní ředitelkou a členkou představenstva. Strategie společnosti stojí na provozu globální satelitní sítě a poskytování hlasových, datových a IoT služeb zákazníkům, kteří potřebují konektivitu mimo dosah pozemních sítí.

Articles about Iridium Communications, in Czech (0)

No articles yet. New analyses are published daily.

§ Upcoming results

22 October 2026

Expected

Earnings

Earnings = quarterly financial results (revenue and profit). Companies publish them every three months and the share price often reacts strongly.

§ Frequently asked questions

What is Iridium Communications (IRDM)?

Iridium Communications (IRDM) is a global stock traded on NASDAQ. We track it daily — scoring news sentiment, the short-term outlook and long-term stability on a 0–100 scale.

What is the Iridium Communications price today?

As of 23 October 2026, Iridium Communications trades at about 44.40 USD per unit. We update the price daily from public market data. Intraday moves can differ significantly — always check the final price with your broker.

How to buy Iridium Communications?

Through regulated online brokers such as Degiro, XTB, Trading 212 or Interactive Brokers. Shares trade in USD or EUR — most brokers convert your currency automatically. FinSignal does not operate any of these platforms and charges no commission — the overview is only a signpost.

Does Iridium Communications pay a dividend?

Iridium Communications either pays no dividend at the moment or we have no reliable data on it. Many growth companies prefer reinvesting profit to paying dividends — check the current policy in the company's investor relations materials.

Is Iridium Communications a good investment in 2026?

Our AI signal currently rates Iridium Communications as slightly positive (score 56/100). Financial health comes out at 50/100, so beyond short-term news it is worth watching the valuation, growth, profitability and stability of the company. The DCF model currently puts the price about 7 % below its model fair value. FinSignal is not an investment adviser licensed under Czech Act No. 256/2004 Coll. — signals are analytical input, not a recommendation to buy or sell. You make every decision at your own risk.

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§ Current signalShort-term mood

/ 100

● Slightly positive

News summary

Older news

Signal 24/10, 18:01

Iridium podle zprávy za 3. čtvrtletí vykázal zisk 0,98 USD na akcii a tržby 245,7 mil. USD; přetrvání přínosu akvizice Aireon by výsledek podpořilo.

Výrazné překonání odhadů a růst tržeb jsou pozitivní, ale 30denní pokles ceny, klesající trend a RSI 40 ukazují na krátkodobou slabost. Plánované převzetí firmou Rocket Lab může měnit dlouhodobý profil.

Risks: Pokud se přínosy Aireonu ukážou jako jednorázové nebo se dokončení převzetí zpozdí, pozitivní dopad výsledků může rychle slábnout.

More about the signal

Risks: Pokud se přínosy Aireonu ukážou jako jednorázové nebo se dokončení převzetí zpozdí, pozitivní dopad výsledků může rychle slábnout.

Signal history· 2

21/1005:0252 · Neutral
Iridium překonal ve 3. čtvrtletí odhady: upravený zisk činil 0,38 USD na akcii a tržby 245,73 mil. USD. Dopad podpoří další vývoj odhadů, zatímco slabší reakce akcie jej omezuje.
20/1014:0241 · Slightly negative
Iridium zveřejnil přehled výsledků za 3. čtvrtletí; dopad na výhled závisí na jejich obsahu. Zpráva o sporu kolem dohody s Iridiem může sentiment zatížit, pokud se promítne do jejího uzavření.

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§ Model fair value (DCF)

Fairly valued7% below fair value

47.53

range 38.2 – 60.5

Current price

44.40 USD

23 Oct 26

PriceFair value range (DCF)UndervaluedOvervalued

What the calculation is based on

Model

47.53 USD

range 38.2 USD – 60.5 USD

: 5.5%
: 9.5%
: 2.86 USD

Růst FCF 5,5 % p.a. je umírněný vzhledem k růstu tržeb 4 % a poklesu EPS, přičemž zohledňuje zavedené podnikání společnosti. Diskontní sazba 9,5 % zohledňuje kapitálově náročný telekomunikační sektor a vysoké zadlužení; terminální růst 2,5 % odpovídá dlouhodobému růstu ekonomiky.

DCF terms explained+

DCF (discounted cash flow) estimates how much cash the company will generate in the future and converts it into today's value per share.

Free cash flow (FCF) is the money left after running the business and investing. “12 m” means the last 12 months.

The discount rate expresses risk: the riskier the company, the higher the rate and the lower the fair value.

Fair value is a model estimate — not the market price and not an investment recommendation.

With Premium you can adjust growth, the discount rate and free cash flow, and the fair value recalculates live.

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A model estimate, not an investment recommendation. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

§ Valuation check

Is the price reasonable?

Six quick tests: price against fair value, the last year, similar companies and analyst estimates. They are calculated from the numbers, not from AI estimates. This is not a recommendation.

Data 18 of 18

Valuation score

1/ 6

6/6 tests available

1. Below DCF fair value

6.6% below the DCF midpoint.

2. Well below DCF value

Discount = below the range or at least 15% below the midpoint.

3. Price vs. the last year

70% above the 1-year low (18.46 USD to 55.72 USD), based on stored daily prices.

4. P/E vs. similar companies

P/E 53.1 vs. median 16.9 (30 companies).

5. P/E relative to growth

PEG 1.8; a lower value means cheaper growth.

6. Analyst price target

-5.4% vs. the current price, 5 analysts.

Price vs DCF

Current price

44.40 USD

Low 38.18 USDHigh 60.50 USD

Current priceDCF midpoint: 47.53 USD

Price vs analyst target

Current price

44.40 USD

Low 36.00 USDHigh 54.00 USD

Current priceAverage: 42.00 USD

DCF gap

within range

The price is within the model range of 38.18 USD to 60.50 USD.

Analyst target

-5.4%

Average target 42.00 USD vs. price 44.40 USD.

Analyst consensus

Target range

36.00 USD - 54.00 USD

Coverage

5 analysts

Analyst consensus

Changes 180 d

+0 / -1

EPS next year

58.8%

Revenue next year

6.0%

Valuation multiples

53.1

27.3

10.5

5.6

15.5

1.8

52-week range70% above the low

18.46 USD55.72 USD

-55.0%

4.0%

10.5%

19.7%

Price vs 50D-7.7%

Price vs 200D17.1%

Metrics explained+

Price and fair value

DCF range: A model estimate of fair value from future free cash flow. A price above the range means the market pays a premium over the model; a price below it may signal a more conservative market valuation or an overly optimistic model.
Analyst target: The average and range of the analyst price targets we track. It is the market consensus, not a FinSignal recommendation, and it can lag fast price moves.
52-week range: Shows where the current price sits between the low and high of the last year. A value near the high often signals strong momentum, but on its own says nothing about whether the stock is expensive.
Price vs 50D / 200D: Compares the price with its short- and long-term moving averages. A positive value means the price is above the trend; a negative one below it.

Multiples

P/E: Price relative to current earnings. A lower P/E can mean cheaper, but it can also point to a weak outlook or risk.
Forward P/E: Price relative to next year's expected earnings. For growing companies it is often more useful than the historical P/E because it reflects estimates of future earnings.
P/B: Price relative to the book value of equity. It makes more sense for banks, insurers and capital-intensive companies than for software or brands.
P/S: Price relative to revenue. It helps with companies that have low or negative earnings; a high P/S means the market expects strong growth or future margins.
EV/EBITDA: The value of the whole company, including debt, relative to operating profit before depreciation. Useful for comparing companies with different leverage.
PEG: P/E adjusted for earnings growth. A value around 1 may suggest the valuation matches growth, but the metric is sensitive to estimates.

Growth and quality

EPS growth: Year-on-year change in earnings per share. Strong growth supports a higher valuation, but for cyclical companies it can be temporary.
Revenue growth: The growth rate of sales. It helps tell whether profits grow on real demand or mainly on cost savings.
Net margin: How much of each unit of revenue is left as net profit. A higher margin often points to stronger pricing power or more efficient operations.
ROE: Return on equity. A high ROE can signal a quality business, but check that it is not artificially boosted by heavy debt.

Most data available. Missing values mean the market data source did not provide them for this ticker. The data is indicative and may be delayed. Price as of 23/10/2026.

Management and competitive advantage

Both are estimated by the AI from the company profile, news and results. They do not count towards the 6-pillar financial health score. The AI comments are in Czech.

strong

Management získává nadprůměrné hodnocení za zkušené vedení a nízké celkové governance riziko podle dodaných údajů.

strong

Iridium těží z globální satelitní sítě, licencovaného spektra a vysokých bariér vstupu, které podporují jeho konkurenční výhodu v mobilní satelitní komunikaci.

Information

Type: Global stock
Symbol: IRDM
Exchange: NASDAQ
Currency: USD
Sector: Komunikační služby
: 53.1x
: 5.0B USD
: 378.7 %
: 0.85

§ Risk profile

Významným rizikem jsou vysoké kapitálové náklady na obnovu a provoz satelitní sítě, technologické či provozní selhání a konkurence dalších satelitních systémů. Českému investorovi navíc výnos v korunách ovlivňuje kurz USD/CZK.

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