Bull case
The bull case requires both strong earnings delivery and the market pricing SPIR more generously than it does today.
Wall Street verdict, consensus price target, and analyst rating breakdown — everything needed to frame the risk/reward at today's price.
Three scenarios for where SPIR stock could go
The bull case requires both strong earnings delivery and the market pricing SPIR more generously than it does today.
The base case reflects analyst consensus expectations — steady delivery without requiring a major catalyst or re-rating.
The bear case reflects a scenario where earnings shortfalls or multiple compression combine to materially reduce the stock from its current level.
Not financial advice. Model confidence reflects internal scenario assumptions, not a guarantee of returns. Past performance does not predict future results.

Spire Global operates a constellation of nanosatellites that collect Earth observation data — tracking maritime, aviation, and weather patterns. It generates revenue primarily through data-as-a-service subscriptions and analytics solutions sold to maritime, aviation, weather, and government clients. The company's competitive advantage lies in its proprietary satellite constellation and unique data sets that provide real-time global coverage across multiple domains.
Quarterly beat-or-miss track record against analyst estimates, plus forward revenue and EPS outlook for the next two fiscal years.
| Quarter | EPS (Actual / Est) | EPS Surprise | Revenue (Actual / Est) | Rev Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $-0.83/$-0.92 | +9.8% | $22M/$20M | +6.5% |
| Q2 2025 | $-0.63/$-0.68 | +7.4% | $24M/$23M | +5.3% |
| Q4 2025 | $-0.33/$-0.33 | +0.0% | $21M/$22M | -1.7% |
| Q1 2026 | $-0.39/$-0.49 | +20.4% | $16M/$15M | +2.2% |
SPIR beat EPS estimates in 4 of 4 tracked quarters. A perfect track record raises the bar for the upcoming report.
Product and geographic revenue mix from the latest annual disclosure, with year-over-year growth by segment.
Latest annual revenue by segment or product family
Latest annual revenue by reported region
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Current multiples compared to the S&P 500, the company's sector, and its own five-year average.
Fair value est. $30 — implies +66.6% from today's price.
| Metric | SPIR | S&P 500 | Industrials | 5Y Avg SPIR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forward PE | — | 19.1x | 20.7x | — |
| Trailing PE | 10.2x | 25.1x-59% | 25.7x-60% | 4.7x+119% |
| PEG Ratio | — | 1.72x | 1.64x | — |
| EV/EBITDA | — | 15.2x | 13.7x | — |
| Price/FCF | — | 21.1x | 21.2x | — |
| Price/Sales | 7561.4x | 3.1x+241772% | 1.6x+476899% | 2.8x+265541% |
| Dividend Yield | — | 1.87% | 1.27% | — |
Forward P/E and PEG reflect analyst consensus estimates. Historical averages use trailing ratios where forward data is unavailable.S&P 500 and sector benchmarks both use trailing median P/E — similar readings indicate the broader index and sector are priced alike.
Open valuation toolKey financial metrics for SPIR are shown below.
Revenue, margins, and cash generation
ROIC, leverage, and debt serviceability
How capital is returned to owners
All figures from the trailing twelve months. ROIC uses invested capital (equity + net debt).
Open full ratios pageKey factors that could pressure the stock price, compress the multiple, or weigh on future results.
AI analysis · updated April 11, 2026
Spire Global has reported negative free cash flow, indicating ongoing cash management challenges. While there have been improvements, the company continues to generate cash deficits, which could constrain operational flexibility and investment capacity.
The company reported a significant year-over-year revenue decline in its fourth quarter, despite a sequential increase. This drop signals potential weakness in top-line growth and may impact future earnings.
Spire Global may need additional capital to support business growth. Raising funds on unfavorable terms could dilute existing shareholders, increase debt leverage, and heighten insolvency risk.
The company relies on a few key clients for a substantial portion of its revenue. Concentration risk could materialize if any of these customers reduce or terminate contracts.
Spire faces intense competition in the satellite industry, with rapid technological changes and new service solutions from rivals. Pricing pressure and potential loss of market share could erode margins.
Operating in a complex regulatory environment exposes the company to compliance risks. Changes in regulations could increase costs or restrict operations.
Scaling high-margin areas and achieving projected revenue growth, especially with a back-half weighted growth profile, carries execution risks. Delays or failures could impact financial performance.
As a small-cap stock, SPIR is subject to higher volatility. Market swings could lead to significant price fluctuations.
These are risk mechanisms, not predictions. The key question is which would force a cut to earnings estimates or a lower multiple than the market currently prices in.
Structural drivers behind the upside case and why the stock could outperform over the next 12 months.
AI analysis · updated April 11, 2026
A majority of analysts covering Spire Global hold a "Buy" rating, with several issuing "Strong Buy" recommendations. In the last 20 days, Canaccord Genuity and Stifel both issued "Strong Buy" ratings, reflecting a unified bullish stance.
The stock has surged 49.31% in a short period and achieved an 84.9% price growth over the last year, with a 129.4% year‑to‑date performance. Short‑term moving averages remain above long‑term averages, confirming bullish trends.
Spire Global has divested its maritime business and is now focusing on high‑growth space services and defense intelligence. The company secured a multi‑year, eight‑figure space services deal, signaling accelerated top‑line growth.
Spire Global maintains a cash balance exceeding $100 million, bolstered by the divestiture of its maritime business which eliminated debt and strengthened the balance sheet.
The company operates on a subscription model, providing a robust recurring revenue stream anchored by multi‑year space services agreements.
A real bull case compounds — each driver matters most when it strengthens margins, supports capital returns, and keeps the company above the market's minimum growth bar simultaneously.
52-week range context and price returns across multiple time horizons. Dividend contribution is shown separately in the Capital Return section.
Range context matters because valuation compression and earnings misses rarely hit from the same starting point. A stock already far below its high can still fall, but it is no longer carrying the same embedded optimism as one pressing a fresh peak.
Valuation, growth, and margin comparison against the closest publicly traded peers for this company.
| Company | Mkt Cap | Fwd PE | Rev Grw | Margin | Rating | Upside |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SPI SPIR Spire Global, Inc. | $541.0B | — | -9.9% | -34960.3% | Buy | +4.8% |
AST ASTS AST SpaceMobile, Inc. | $18.7B | — | +54.1% | -482.2% | Buy | +62.3% |
MNT MNTS Momentus Inc. | $3M | — | -63.8% | -3445.3% | — | — |
BKS BKSY BlackSky Technology Inc. | $1.1B | — | +16.6% | -65.9% | Buy | -36.0% |
SAT SATL Satellogic Inc. | $939M | — | +46.6% | -19.4% | Sell | -21.4% |
PL PL Planet Labs PBC | $10.8B | — | +17.4% | -80.2% | Buy | -31.2% |
This peer comparison reflects companies with similar business models, product lines, or market positioning, supplemented by industry grouping when direct matches are limited.
Common questions answered from live analyst data and company financials.
Spire Global, Inc. (SPIR) is rated Buy by Wall Street analysts as of 2026. Of 12 analysts covering the stock, 7 rate it Buy or Strong Buy, 4 rate it Hold, and 1 rate it Sell or Strong Sell. The consensus 12-month price target is $17, implying +4.8% from the current price of $16.
The Wall Street consensus price target for SPIR is $17 based on 12 analyst estimates. The high-end target is $22 (+33.7% from today), and the low-end target is $9 (-45.3%).
Forward earnings data for SPIR is not currently available. Review the valuation table above for trailing P/E, EV/EBITDA, and price-to-sales comparisons against market and sector benchmarks.
The primary risks for SPIR in 2026 are: (1) Negative Free Cash Flow — Spire Global has reported negative free cash flow, indicating ongoing cash management challenges. (2) Revenue Decline — The company reported a significant year-over-year revenue decline in its fourth quarter, despite a sequential increase. (3) Capital Requirements — Spire Global may need additional capital to support business growth. Each factor has the potential to pressure earnings or compress the stock's valuation multiple.
Analyst consensus estimates SPIR will report consensus revenue of $64M (-9.9% year-over-year) and EPS of $-0.20 (+74.0% year-over-year) for the upcoming fiscal year. The following year, analysts project $60M in revenue.
Spire Global, Inc. is expected to report its next earnings on approximately 2026-05-13. Consensus expects EPS of $-0.49 and revenue of $15M. Over recent quarters, SPIR has beaten EPS estimates 73% of the time.
Spire Global, Inc. (SPIR) had a free cash outflow of $16.2B in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months — a free cash flow margin of 22701.4%. SPIR returns capital to shareholders through and share repurchases ($0 TTM).