Iridium Communications is transitioning into a post-investment phase characterized by significant deleveraging and improved gross margins, which reached 77.3% in 2026Q1. While the company maintains a robust liquidity position with a 2.85 current ratio, investo...
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| Quarter | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|
Q3 2026Latest Jul 22, 2026 | $0.09-68.1% vs $0.28 | $225M+2.2% vs $220M |
Q2 2026 Apr 23, 2026 | $0.20-25.9% vs $0.27 | $219M+0.3% vs $218M |
Q1 2026 Feb 12, 2026 | $0.24+4.3% vs $0.23 | $213M-2.3% vs $218M |
Q4 2025 Oct 23, 2025 | $0.35+34.6% vs $0.26 | $227M+3.6% vs $219M |
Rocket Lab raised $1.94 billion by selling about 29.3 million new shares at an average price of about $66 each. The completed stock sale let the company cancel the $3.6 billion bridge loan backing its pending acquisition of Iridium.
Rocket Lab (NASDAQ:RKLB | RKLB Price Prediction) shares are rallying after a first-step regulatory clearance on its planned acquisition, while the target, Iridium Communications (NASDAQ:IRDM), is barely moving on the same news.
Rocket Lab Corporation (NASDAQ:RKLB) had a busy week that included a fresh Electron launch, an analyst initiation and a major financing milestone for its pending Iridium acquisition.
Rocket Lab (RKLB) has fully financed its planned acquisition of Iridium Communications (IRDM), removing one of the biggest uncertainties surrounding the transfo
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Key metrics vs top competitors for Iridium Communications Inc. (IRDM)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $48.65 | $5.15B | 45.90 | 4.93% | 13.12% | 22.01% | 1.2% | |
| $74.99 | $10.33B | -299.96 | 2.67% | -0.64% | -0.63% | — | |
| $82.52 | $10.63B | -550.13 | 9.04% | -21.31% | -17.64% | — | |
| $10.01 | $755.46M | 29.44 | 47.87% | 6.21% | 6.14% | — | |
| $63.69 | $19.03B | -47.53 | 1505.21% | -536.66% | -27.27% | — | |
| $85.32 | $24.59B | -1.69 | -5.18% | -38.71% | -69.3% | — |
Iridium Communications Inc. (IRDM) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
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Iridium Communications Inc. (IRDM) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
Jul 22, 2026·SEC
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Iridium Communications Inc. (IRDM) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Iridium Communications Inc. (IRDM) reported $884.2M in revenue for fiscal year 2025.
Iridium Communications Inc. (IRDM) grew revenue by 4.9% over the past year. Growth has been modest.
Yes, Iridium Communications Inc. (IRDM) is profitable, generating $93.3M in net income for fiscal year 2025 (13.1% net margin).
Yes, Iridium Communications Inc. (IRDM) pays a dividend with a yield of 1.20%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
Iridium Communications Inc. (IRDM) has a return on equity (ROE) of 22.0%. This is excellent, indicating efficient use of shareholder capital.
Iridium Communications Inc. (IRDM) generated $288.3M in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.
Iridium Communications Inc. (IRDM) has a dividend payout ratio of 55%. This suggests the dividend is well-covered and sustainable.
