Iridium Communications Inc.
IRDMCommunication ServicesNASDAQTelecom Services · Last scanned Oct 26, 2026
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Daily timeframeIridium Communications Inc. provides mobile voice and data communications services and products to businesses, the United States and foreign governments, non-governmental organizations, and consumers in the United States,. With a market capitalization of $4.71B, it sits in mid-cap territory. The company offers mobile satellite communications services for land mobile end users and aviation sectors; broadband terminals, embedded devices, and handsets for merchant shipping, fishing, leisure and research vessels, and specialized watercraft; satellite-based IoT services; hosted payload and other data services; and other data services and engineering services.
Market Cap
$4.71B
Beta
0.85
P/E (TTM)
50.45
P/E (Fwd)
31.16
EPS (TTM)
$0.88
EPS (Fwd)
$1.43
ROE
31.7%
ROA
3.8%
Cash
$97.9M
Total Debt
$2.18B
Free CF
$218.0M
52W Change
147.3%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where IRDM stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the October 20, 2026 close, IRDM finished 0.11% above its 150-day moving average ($44.13) and 14.99% above its 200-day moving average ($38.42). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is IRDM overbought or oversold?
At the October 20, 2026 close, IRDM's RSI(14) was 26.4, in oversold territory (below 30). The MACD histogram was negative, so short-term momentum leaned bearish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
On the balance sheet, IRDM has $97.9M in cash with $2.18B in obligations. The ability to service this debt comfortably depends on continued operational cash generation. Free cash flow comes in at $218.0M, providing flexibility for reinvestment, buybacks, or dividends. Consistent free cash flow generation is often considered a sign of operational health. ROE of 31.7% points to exceptionally high capital efficiency, indicating how much profit the company produces per dollar of shareholder equity. ROA of 3.8% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has grown from $721.0M (2022) to $871.7M (2025), reflecting a 21% increase over the period.
Debt significantly exceeds cash reserves, which means the company's financial flexibility could be constrained during economic downturns. The elevated P/E ratio means the stock is priced for significant future growth. If earnings disappoint, the price correction could be sharp. These risk factors are not exhaustive — macroeconomic shifts, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics can all influence Iridium Communications Inc.'s trajectory.