satellite communications

SpaceX targets early 2026 IPO at potential $2 trillion valuation. Investors can gain indirect exposure through Alphabet, Bank of America, and EchoStar stakes.

York Space Systems stock surged 13.4% on All.Space acquisition, though the unprofitable company's 10x sales valuation and undisclosed deal terms raise strategic questions.

Global military communications market valued at $37.7B in 2026, projected to reach $50.09B by 2031 at 5.85% CAGR, driven by geopolitical tensions and technological innovation.

Tower Semiconductor rises 4.22% after announcing high-performance radar chip production for U.S. defense with Axiro Semiconductor, ramping to volume at domestic facilities.

Eutelsat's CEO affirms robust U.S. demand despite SpaceX opposition. SpaceX seeks FCC restrictions on foreign operators; company eyes $1.75T IPO valuation.

Intuitive Machines stock jumped 6.2% after U.S. Air Force announced $338.8B fiscal 2027 budget with 124% Space Force spending increase.

Amazon reportedly acquires Globalstar, a satellite communications company, accelerating its competitive entry into space-based connectivity against SpaceX and reshaping the satellite industry landscape.

Redwire trades at 5.7x sales versus peers like Rocket Lab at 1,600x earnings, offering space investors rare valuation value amid sector enthusiasm.

Amazon to acquire Globalstar for $11.6B, accelerating satellite internet ambitions and direct-to-device capabilities amid competitive space race.

Amazon acquires Globalstar for $11B to build satellite internet network rivaling SpaceX's Starlink, with Apple as key partner.

Iridium stock surged 15% Thursday on Amazon-Globalstar acquisition rumors, sparking broad satellite sector enthusiasm. Analysts caution the move reflects speculation rather than fundamental improvements.

Amazon reportedly negotiates $9 billion Globalstar acquisition to accelerate satellite broadband ambitions, complicating Apple's existing stake and capacity agreement.

BlackSky surges 8.91% as Amazon, SpaceX, and NASA catalysts ignite space sector rally, signaling growing investor confidence in commercial space infrastructure.

AST SpaceMobile shares jumped 5.70% Thursday as space sector rallied on Amazon-Globalstar talks, SpaceX's anticipated $1.75T+ IPO, and NASA's successful Artemis II lunar mission launch.

AST SpaceMobile stock fell 37% from highs after $3.9B capital restructuring. Company posts $340M loss despite $70.9M revenue growth and military contract win.

SpaceX reportedly plans IPO at $1.75T valuation, potentially history's largest offering. Analysts warn the 113x price-to-sales ratio is stretched despite strong Starlink growth.

AST SpaceMobile surged 238% annually by deploying LEO satellites for direct 5G coverage. The company secured $1.2B in commitments from 50+ operators including AT&T and Verizon.

140 Summer Partners acquires 917,500 Globalstar shares for $56 million, signaling institutional confidence in satellite communications infrastructure growth.

Alphabet owns 8.9M shares of satellite startup AST SpaceMobile worth $903M. Company aims for profitability by 2028 with ambitious satellite deployment plans.

Alphabet's Aalyria defense spinoff reaches $1.3B valuation after raising $100M, specializing in military satellite laser communications and network software for Pentagon contracts.