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Iridium Communications

IRDM

Attention (50-day avg)0.04%

Attention rank (50-day avg)#190

Bullish sentiment (50-day avg)93%

Price to earnings ratio55.6

Market capitalization5.1B

Earnings per share0.87

Dividend yield (TTM)1.24%

Revenue (annual)871.7M

Net income (annual)114.4M

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What share of all stock conversation is about IRDM?

	1 Day1D	1 Week1W	1 Month1M	1 Year1Y	50-Day MAclick to plot	200-Day MAclick to plot
Attention	0% -0.01	0.09% +0.05	0.04% +0.01	0.01% +0.01

Sep 25

Iridium shareholders have approved Rocket Lab's acquisition of the company, with 99.6% of votes cast in favor, representing approximately 81% of Iridium shares eligible to vote.
The acquisition is expected to close by mid-2027, with Iridium shareholders set to receive $27 in cash plus Rocket Lab shares, valuing each Iridium share at approximately $54.
The deal is seen as a strategic move for Rocket Lab, which will gain access to Iridium's global satellite network, spectrum, and recurring service revenue, potentially increasing its value.

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Sentiment

Of the messages about IRDM that take a side, what share is each?

	1 Day1D	1 Week1W	1 Month1M	1 Year1Y	50-Day MAclick to plot	200-Day MAclick to plot
Bullish	100%	100% +4.01	94.67% +0.68	93.59% +6.67
Bearish	0%	0% -4.01	5.33% -0.68	6.41% -6.67

Bullish· Aug 11

Iridium Communications Inc. has secured two significant contracts worth over $260 million, with more contracts expected from the Space Force's $17 billion Lane 1 Slush Fund.
The company has acquired a satellite constellation with access to millions of subscribers, enabling it to tap into the Communications Sector and the GPS LEO Security Sector, potentially generating $500 million in annual revenue.
Iridium's acquisition is considered a strategic move, leveraging its existing infrastructure and expanding its reach in the telecommunications market.

Bearish· Oct 24

Insider selling of 3,500 shares may indicate a lack of confidence in the company's stock performance.
Increased insider selling can be a bearish signal, as it may indicate that executives are reducing their exposure to the stock.
The sale of shares by insiders can also lead to a decrease in stock price, as it may be perceived as a vote of no confidence by those closest to the company's operations.

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Topics

Of the messages about IRDM that carry a topic, what share is each?

	1 Day1D	1 Week1W	1 Month1M	1 Year1Y
Macro	0%	18.07%	19.86%	15%
Announcements	100%	62.77%	54.42%	61.99%
Analysts	0%	17.96%	24.71%	19.19%
Technical Analysis	0%	0.01%	0.02%	2.1%
Controversies	0%	1.19%	0.99%	1.21%
Earnings	0%	0%	0%	0.5%

Earnings· Jul 22

Iridium Communications Inc. reported Q2 2026 numbers with revenue at $225.2M, a 4% increase YoY, and service revenue at $161.3M, a 4% increase YoY.
Net income was $9.7M, or $0.09 EPS, a decrease from $22.0M, or $0.20 EPS, due to transaction costs of $14.3M.
Iridium's subscribers grew 6% to 2,627k, and the company's OEBITDA was $119.1M, a 2% decrease due to an accrual change.

Announcements· Sep 24

Iridium stockholders have approved the acquisition by Rocket Lab, with 99.6% of votes cast in favor of the transaction.
The merger is expected to close in mid-2027, pending regulatory approval, and will result in a combined market capitalization of $5.1B and an enterprise value of $6.7B.
Iridium stockholders also approved the terms of the deal, which include a cash payment of $27 per share and the potential for additional payments if regulatory approval is secured.

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Community

Of the messages about IRDM, what share comes from each group?

	1 Day1D	1 Week1W	1 Month1M	1 Year1Y	50-Day MAclick to plot	200-Day MAclick to plot
Regulars	62.5%	47.99%	36.41%	28.6%
Newcomers	37.5%	52.01%	63.59%	71.4%

Regulars· Sep 24

Iridium Communications Inc. ($IRDM) shareholders have approved the acquisition by Rocket Lab ($RKLB), with 99.6% of votes cast in favor of the transaction.
The merger is expected to be completed by mid-2027, with Iridium's stock potentially trading on Nasdaq after the deal closes.
The acquisition is expected to result in a combined entity with a market value of approximately $120 per share, based on Iridium's current stock price and the merger's terms.

Newcomers· Sep 25

Iridium shareholders have approved Rocket Lab's acquisition of the company with a 99.6% majority vote, representing 81% of eligible shares.
The acquisition will see Iridium shareholders receive $27 in cash and Rocket Lab shares, with a notional transaction value of approximately $54 per Iridium share.
Regulatory approvals and other closing conditions remain, but the deal's closing by mid-2027 is still expected, with the acquisition expected to add a global satellite network, spectrum, and recurring service revenue to Rocket Lab's operations.

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News

Rocket Lab: Iridium Financing Solved, Neutron Next (NASDAQ:RKLB)

Rocket Lab is positioned to become an end-to-end space company following the Iridium acquisition, unlocking new growth and market opportunities. Learn more about RKLB stock here.

1d agoSeeking Alpha

Oscilloquartz and Iridium expand resilient positioning and navigation capabilities with new PNT service integration

NEUCHÂTEL, Switzerland, September 28, 2026--Oscilloquartz today announced the next phase of its collaboration with Iridium Communications Inc., expanding the range of Iridium® positioning, navigation and timing (PNT) (formerly Iridium Satellite Time and Location® or STL®) capabilities available across its synchronization portfolio. The latest integration brings resilient positioning and navigation alongside trusted timing to a broader range of applications. Building on the companies’ existing co

2d agoYahoo Finance

Why Iridium Communications (IRDM) Is Getting Attention Now

Iridium Communications (IRDM) has drawn fresh attention after recent trading left the shares at US$48.75, with the satellite operator showing a 3.3% move over the past month and 12.0% over the past 3 months. For context, Iridium Communications has seen a 12.0% three month share price return and a very strong year to date share price return of 174.5%. The one year total shareholder return of 181.9% points to momentum that has been building rather than fading. Scan other satellite and telecom...

3d agoYahoo Finance

Major Milestone Passed In Iridium/Rocket Lab Tie Up | The Motley Fool

A critical shareholder vote took place on Thursday.

3d agoThe Motley Fool

The Iridium Vote Is Done. Here’s the Number Rocket Lab Bulls Keep Missing

Key TakeawaysIridium stockholders approved Rocket Lab’s cash-and-stock takeover on September 24, with 99. 6% of votes cast in favor, leaving regulatory approvals as the main hurdle before a targeted mid-2027 close.

4d agoYahoo Finance

What's Going On With Rocket Lab Stock Friday? - Rocket Lab (NASDAQ:RKLB)

Rocket Lab (RKLB) stock rises as Iridium shareholders approve its deal. Explore funding, key technical levels & analyst targets.

4d agoBenzinga

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Iridium Communications Inc.

Communication Services
Telecom Services

Iridium Communications Inc. is a satellite communications company that provides mobile voice, data, messaging, and positioning, navigation, and timing services through its global low-Earth-orbit network. Iridium Communications Inc. serves commercial, government, defense, maritime, aviation, public safety, and industrial customers that need reliable connectivity in remote or hard-to-reach environments. Its offerings include satellite phones, broadband terminals, IoT connectivity, tracking solutions, and specialized services designed for mission-critical communications where terrestrial networks are unavailable or limited. The company operates a worldwide partner ecosystem that supports device distribution, service integration, and application development across multiple sectors. Based in McLean, Virginia, Iridium Communications Inc. plays a distinctive role in the communications market by enabling resilient, weather-resistant, and truly global satellite coverage for people, assets, and operations.

Website

Location

1676 International Drive

McLean, VA, 22102

United States

Social

What share of all stock conversation is about IRDM?

	1 Day1D	1 Week1W	1 Month1M	1 Year1Y	50-Day MAclick to plot	200-Day MAclick to plot
Attention	0% -0.01	0.09% +0.05	0.04% +0.01	0.01% +0.01

Sep 25

Iridium shareholders have approved Rocket Lab's acquisition of the company, with 99.6% of votes cast in favor, representing approximately 81% of Iridium shares eligible to vote.
The acquisition is expected to close by mid-2027, with Iridium shareholders set to receive $27 in cash plus Rocket Lab shares, valuing each Iridium share at approximately $54.
The deal is seen as a strategic move for Rocket Lab, which will gain access to Iridium's global satellite network, spectrum, and recurring service revenue, potentially increasing its value.

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Sentiment

Of the messages about IRDM that take a side, what share is each?

	1 Day1D	1 Week1W	1 Month1M	1 Year1Y	50-Day MAclick to plot	200-Day MAclick to plot
Bullish	100%	100% +4.01	94.67% +0.68	93.59% +6.67
Bearish	0%	0% -4.01	5.33% -0.68	6.41% -6.67

Bullish· Aug 11

Iridium Communications Inc. has secured two significant contracts worth over $260 million, with more contracts expected from the Space Force's $17 billion Lane 1 Slush Fund.
The company has acquired a satellite constellation with access to millions of subscribers, enabling it to tap into the Communications Sector and the GPS LEO Security Sector, potentially generating $500 million in annual revenue.
Iridium's acquisition is considered a strategic move, leveraging its existing infrastructure and expanding its reach in the telecommunications market.

Bearish· Oct 24

Insider selling of 3,500 shares may indicate a lack of confidence in the company's stock performance.
Increased insider selling can be a bearish signal, as it may indicate that executives are reducing their exposure to the stock.
The sale of shares by insiders can also lead to a decrease in stock price, as it may be perceived as a vote of no confidence by those closest to the company's operations.

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Topics

Of the messages about IRDM that carry a topic, what share is each?

	1 Day1D	1 Week1W	1 Month1M	1 Year1Y
Macro	0%	18.07%	19.86%	15%
Announcements	100%	62.77%	54.42%	61.99%
Analysts	0%	17.96%	24.71%	19.19%
Technical Analysis	0%	0.01%	0.02%	2.1%
Controversies	0%	1.19%	0.99%	1.21%
Earnings	0%	0%	0%	0.5%

Earnings· Jul 22

Iridium Communications Inc. reported Q2 2026 numbers with revenue at $225.2M, a 4% increase YoY, and service revenue at $161.3M, a 4% increase YoY.
Net income was $9.7M, or $0.09 EPS, a decrease from $22.0M, or $0.20 EPS, due to transaction costs of $14.3M.
Iridium's subscribers grew 6% to 2,627k, and the company's OEBITDA was $119.1M, a 2% decrease due to an accrual change.

Announcements· Sep 24

Iridium stockholders have approved the acquisition by Rocket Lab, with 99.6% of votes cast in favor of the transaction.
The merger is expected to close in mid-2027, pending regulatory approval, and will result in a combined market capitalization of $5.1B and an enterprise value of $6.7B.
Iridium stockholders also approved the terms of the deal, which include a cash payment of $27 per share and the potential for additional payments if regulatory approval is secured.

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Community

Of the messages about IRDM, what share comes from each group?

	1 Day1D	1 Week1W	1 Month1M	1 Year1Y	50-Day MAclick to plot	200-Day MAclick to plot
Regulars	62.5%	47.99%	36.41%	28.6%
Newcomers	37.5%	52.01%	63.59%	71.4%

Regulars· Sep 24

Iridium Communications Inc. ($IRDM) shareholders have approved the acquisition by Rocket Lab ($RKLB), with 99.6% of votes cast in favor of the transaction.
The merger is expected to be completed by mid-2027, with Iridium's stock potentially trading on Nasdaq after the deal closes.
The acquisition is expected to result in a combined entity with a market value of approximately $120 per share, based on Iridium's current stock price and the merger's terms.

Newcomers· Sep 25

Iridium shareholders have approved Rocket Lab's acquisition of the company with a 99.6% majority vote, representing 81% of eligible shares.
The acquisition will see Iridium shareholders receive $27 in cash and Rocket Lab shares, with a notional transaction value of approximately $54 per Iridium share.
Regulatory approvals and other closing conditions remain, but the deal's closing by mid-2027 is still expected, with the acquisition expected to add a global satellite network, spectrum, and recurring service revenue to Rocket Lab's operations.

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Iridium Communications

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Sep 25

Bullish· Aug 11

Bearish· Oct 24

Earnings· Jul 22

Announcements· Sep 24

Regulars· Sep 24

Newcomers· Sep 25

Rocket Lab: Iridium Financing Solved, Neutron Next (NASDAQ:RKLB)

Oscilloquartz and Iridium expand resilient positioning and navigation capabilities with new PNT service integration

Why Iridium Communications (IRDM) Is Getting Attention Now

Major Milestone Passed In Iridium/Rocket Lab Tie Up | The Motley Fool

The Iridium Vote Is Done. Here’s the Number Rocket Lab Bulls Keep Missing

What's Going On With Rocket Lab Stock Friday? - Rocket Lab (NASDAQ:RKLB)

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Iridium Communications Inc.

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Rocket Lab: Iridium Financing Solved, Neutron Next (NASDAQ:RKLB)

Oscilloquartz and Iridium expand resilient positioning and navigation capabilities with new PNT service integration

Why Iridium Communications (IRDM) Is Getting Attention Now

Major Milestone Passed In Iridium/Rocket Lab Tie Up | The Motley Fool

The Iridium Vote Is Done. Here’s the Number Rocket Lab Bulls Keep Missing

What's Going On With Rocket Lab Stock Friday? - Rocket Lab (NASDAQ:RKLB)

Also Discussed

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Sep 25

Bullish· Aug 11

Bearish· Oct 24

Earnings· Jul 22

Announcements· Sep 24

Regulars· Sep 24

Newcomers· Sep 25