- Viasat (VSAT, Financial) stands to gain $568 million from Ligado Networks by 2026, underpinning its financial strategy.
- Analysts project a potential 56.10% upside for Viasat, with a 12-month average price target of $19.33.
- Viasat's stock is currently rated "Hold" by analysts, with a GF Value indicating an 86.19% upside.
Viasat Inc. (VSAT) is poised for a significant financial boost with an anticipated $568 million payout from Ligado Networks, aimed at resolving Inmarsat Global's opposition to Ligado's restructuring plans. This payment structure begins in September 2025, consisting of quarterly installments alongside two major lump sums, aligning with Viasat's broader financial strategy to enhance its fiscal stability and growth potential.
Wall Street Analysts Forecast
Six Wall Street analysts have shared their one-year price targets for Viasat Inc. (VSAT), setting an average target of $19.33. Notably, forecasted prices range from as low as $10.00 to a high of $52.00. This average target price suggests a potential upside of 56.10% from Viasat's current trading price of $12.39. For those seeking further details, more comprehensive estimate data is available on the Viasat Inc (VSAT, Financial) Forecast page.
Turning to brokerage consensus, Viasat Inc. (VSAT) holds an average recommendation of 2.7 from nine brokerage firms, indicating a "Hold" position. On the analyst scale of 1 to 5, where 1 represents a Strong Buy and 5 signifies a Sell, Viasat's position suggests a cautious yet stable outlook from analysts.
According to GuruFocus estimates, the projected GF Value of Viasat Inc. (VSAT) in one year is $23.06, which implies an impressive upside of 86.19% from the current price of $12.385. The GF Value is GuruFocus' appraisal of what the stock's fair market value should be, derived from historical trading multiples, past growth metrics, and anticipated future performance. For a deeper dive into the data, the Viasat Inc (VSAT, Financial) Summary page offers detailed insights.
