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Upturn Advisory Summary
04/01/2025: SATS (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
AI Based Fundamental Rating
Below Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -21.48% | Avg. Invested days 25 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 04/01/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 7.16B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 32 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 32 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 2866205 | Beta 0.66 | 52 Weeks Range 13.00 - 32.48 | Updated Date 03/31/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 13.00 - 32.48 | Updated Date 03/31/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.45 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -0.75% | Operating Margin (TTM) -1.58% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -0.32% | Return on Equity (TTM) -0.61% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 69.93 | Enterprise Value 31428206938 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.45 |
Enterprise Value 31428206938 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.45 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.99 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 13.45 | Shares Outstanding 155203008 | Shares Floating 133831794 |
Shares Outstanding 155203008 | Shares Floating 133831794 | ||
Percent Insiders 13.69 | Percent Institutions 93.14 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 3.43 | Target Price 28.5 | Buy - | Strong Buy 2 |
Buy - | Strong Buy 2 | ||
Hold 4 | Sell 1 | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
EchoStar Corporation
Company Overview
History and Background
EchoStar Corporation was founded in 1980 by Charlie Ergen. It initially focused on satellite technology distribution before launching the DISH Network satellite television service in 1996. EchoStar spun off DISH Network in 2008 and has since focused on satellite services, broadband technologies, and network solutions.
Core Business Areas
- Satellite Services: Provides satellite communications services, including transponder capacity, managed services, and other solutions to enterprise customers, media and broadcast companies, and government entities.
- Broadband Technologies: Develops and markets broadband access technologies and services, including satellite-based internet and related hardware.
- Network Solutions: Offers network design, engineering, and implementation services for satellite and terrestrial networks.
Leadership and Structure
Hamid Akhavan serves as CEO. The company operates with a functional organizational structure, with divisions focused on specific business areas.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- EchoStar Satellite Services: Provides satellite capacity for broadcasters, enterprise, and government customers globally. Competitors include SES, Intelsat, and Eutelsat. Difficult to assess specific market share due to the varied nature of the services.
- HughesNet: A satellite internet service provider, primarily serving rural and underserved areas in the US. As of Q1 2024, there were roughly 1.3 million subscribers. Competitors include Starlink, Viasat, and fixed wireless providers. Difficult to determine direct market share as it blends with other internet technologies.
- Slinger TV: An over-the-top IPTV that caters to the South Asian community. Market share is niche, and competitors include Sling TV, YouTube TV, and other IPTV providers.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The satellite communications industry is evolving rapidly, with increasing demand for broadband connectivity and satellite services. The industry is characterized by technological advancements, increasing competition, and regulatory changes.
Positioning
EchoStar is positioned as a provider of satellite-based communications and broadband solutions. Its competitive advantages include its satellite fleet, technology expertise, and established customer base.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for satellite communication services is projected to reach hundreds of billions of USD. EchoStar's positioning in rural broadband and enterprise solutions allow it to access this TAM.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Extensive satellite fleet
- Established customer base
- Technological expertise in satellite communications
- Brand Recognition (HughesNet)
Weaknesses
- High capital expenditures for satellite infrastructure
- Reliance on satellite technology (vs. terrestrial solutions)
- Competition from emerging low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite providers
- Customer Service challenges
Opportunities
- Expanding broadband access to underserved areas
- Developing new satellite-based services
- Partnering with terrestrial network providers
- Government contracts for satellite communications
Threats
- Increasing competition from LEO satellite providers (Starlink)
- Technological obsolescence
- Regulatory changes affecting satellite communications
- Economic downturn affecting customer spending
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- VSAT
- LSTR
- ASTS
- ORBC
Competitive Landscape
EchoStar faces competition from established satellite operators, emerging LEO satellite providers, and terrestrial network providers. The company's success depends on its ability to innovate, deliver competitive services, and manage its cost structure.
Major Acquisitions
DISH Network
- Year: 2023
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 3800
- Strategic Rationale: Merger with DISH Network (after spin-off in 2008) creating a converged wireless and satellite provider.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Growth has been moderate in recent years, with revenues impacted by competition and changes in the satellite communications market.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates vary depending on the company's ability to capitalize on growth opportunities and address competitive threats. Hard to project without real time and current analysis.
Recent Initiatives: Focus on expanding broadband access, developing new satellite-based services, and partnering with terrestrial network providers.
Summary
EchoStar is a satellite communication company that provides connectivity and solutions. It has a strong satellite fleet and established customer base and its market position is affected by changes in the satellite communications industry. With a recent merger, its strategic move is to converge wireless and satellite capabilities but it faces risks of technology obsolescence. The key will be to expand broadband access and execute their plans to increase profitability and reduce debt.
Similar Companies
- VSAT
- LSTR
- ASTS
- ORBC
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings
- Industry reports
- News articles
- Analyst estimates
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on available information and is subject to change. It does not constitute investment advice. Market share data is based on estimates and may vary.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About EchoStar Corporation
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Englewood, CO, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2007-12-31 | CEO, President & Director Mr. Hamid Akhavan-Malayeri | ||
Sector Technology | Industry Communication Equipment | Full time employees 13700 | Website https://www.echostar.com |
Full time employees 13700 | Website https://www.echostar.com | ||
EchoStar Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, provides networking technologies and services in the United States and internationally. It operates through four segments: Pay-TV, Retail Wireless, 5G Network Deployment, Broadband and Satellite Services. The Pay-TV segment offers a direct broadcast and fixed satellite services; designs, develops, and distributes receiver system; and provides digital broadcast operations, including satellite uplinking/downlinking, transmission and, other services to third-party pay-TV providers; and multichannel, live-linear and on-demand streaming over-the-top internet-based domestic, international, Latino, and Freestream video programming services under the DISH and SLING brand names. Its Retail Wireless segment provides prepaid and postpaid wireless services under the Boost Mobile, Boost postpaid, and Gen Mobile brands, as well various wireless devices. The Network Deployment segment deploys a facilities-based 5G broadband network and commercializes deployment of 5G VoNR. The Broadband and Satellite Services offers broadband services to consumer customers, which include home, and small to medium-sized businesses; and satellite and multi-transport technologies, and managed network services to telecommunications providers, aeronautical service providers, civilian and defense government entities, and other enterprise customers. EchoStar Corporation was incorporated in 2007 and is headquartered in Englewood, Colorado.
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