Iridium Communications (HAM:6IC) EV-to-EBITDA: 16.12 (As of Aug. 19, 2026) — Near Median

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HAM:6IC Iridium Communications Inc HAM:6IC
79 GF Score
Price €42.10
GF Value €31.59
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 9 Warning Signs
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What is Iridium Communications EV-to-EBITDA?

Iridium Communications HAM:6IC -0.47% 79 EV-to-EBITDA is 16.12 as of Aug. 19, 2026, which is 0% above its 10-year median of 16.11. GuruFocus rates HAM:6IC with a GF Score™ of 79/100 and a GF Value™ of €31.59 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 315 Telecommunication Services companies, Iridium Communications ranks worse than 83.49% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Iridium Communications's enterprise value is €5,847.6 Mil. Iridium Communications's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €362.8 Mil. Therefore, Iridium Communications's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 16.12.

The historical rank and industry rank for Iridium Communications's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

HAM:6IC' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.79   Med: 16.11   Max: 34.83
Current: 16.04

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Iridium Communications was 34.83. The lowest was 7.79. And the median was 16.11.

HAM:6IC's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
83.49% of 315 companies
in the Telecommunication Services industry
Industry Median: 6.8 vs HAM:6IC: 16.04

EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio to determine the fair market value of a company.

As of today (2026-08-19), Iridium Communications's stock price is €42.10. Iridium Communications's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was €0.751. Therefore, Iridium Communications's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 56.06.

The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).


Iridium Communications  (HAM:6IC) EV-to-EBITDA Explanation

EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

Iridium Communications's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=42.10/0.751
=56.06

Iridium Communications's share price for today is €42.10.
Iridium Communications's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €0.751.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Study has found that the companies with the lowest EV-to-EBITDA outperforms companies measured as cheap by other ratios such as PE Ratio (TTM).

Please read Which price ratio outperforms the enterprise multiple?


Iridium Communications EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Iridium Communications EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Iridium Communications's EV-to-EBITDA can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Iridium Communications EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Iridium Communications Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Iridium Communications Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
EV-to-EBITDA Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 11.67 8.06 7.87 10.48 17.50

HAM:6IC vs LBRDA, TDS, LBTYA: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Telecom Services subindustry, Iridium Communications's EV-to-EBITDA, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBITDA data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Iridium Communications EV-to-EBITDA vs Telecommunication Services Industry

For the Telecommunication Services industry and Communication Services sector, Iridium Communications's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Iridium Communications's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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Iridium Communications EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Iridium Communications's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=5847.625/362.82
=16.12

Iridium Communications's current Enterprise Value is €5,847.6 Mil.
Iridium Communications's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €362.8 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-EBITDA →
What does a EV-to-EBITDA of 16.12 mean?
Iridium Communications (HAM:6IC) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 16.12 as of Aug. 19, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Iridium Communications. This is near median its historical median of 16.11. Over the past decade, Iridium Communications' EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 7.79 to 34.83. According to the industry distribution chart, Iridium Communications ranks #263 out of 315 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, placing it in the top 83.5%.
Is Iridium Communications' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Iridium Communications' current EV-to-EBITDA of 16.12 is near median its 10-year median of 16.11. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 7.79 to a high of 34.83. The Telecommunication Services industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 6.80. Iridium Communications' value of 16.12 is 137.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Iridium Communications ranks #263 out of 315 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Iridium Communications has a GF Score™ of 79/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Iridium Communications' EV-to-EBITDA compare to LBRDA and TDS?
According to the Telecommunication Services industry distribution chart, Iridium Communications ranks #263 out of 315 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Iridium Communications in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 6.80. Iridium Communications' value of 16.12 is 137.1% above this benchmark. Historically, Iridium Communications' own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 7.79 to 34.83 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 16.11 vs. the industry median of 6.80, Iridium Communications has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-EBITDA for a Telecommunication Services company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Telecommunication Services companies is 6.80, based on 315 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBITDA significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBITDA should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Iridium Communications's current EV-to-EBITDA of 16.12 is 137.1% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-EBITDA mean?
A high EV-to-EBITDA can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Iridium Communications. For the Telecommunication Services industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 6.80 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Iridium Communications's current EV-to-EBITDA is 16.12, which is near median its own 10-year median of 16.11. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Iridium Communications stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Iridium Communications (HAM:6IC) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €31.59, compared to a current price of €42.10 — trading 33.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 16.12, which is near median its 10-year median of 16.11 and 137.1% above the Telecommunication Services industry median of 6.80. Iridium Communications' overall GF Score™ is 79/100 with 9 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Iridium Communications (HAM:6IC), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 16.12 as of Aug. 19, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Iridium Communications (HAM:6IC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Iridium Communications stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €42.10 is trading 33.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of €31.59. GuruFocus considers Iridium Communications to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for HAM:6IC:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 16.12 (near median its 10-year median of 16.11)
  • GF Value™: €31.59 vs. price of €42.10 (33.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 79/100 with 9 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 137.1% above the Telecommunication Services median (#263 of 315)

No single metric tells the full story. See the HAM:6IC stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Iridium Communications Business Description

Address 1750 Tysons Boulevard, Suite 1400, McLean, VA, USA, 22102
Iridium Communications Inc is the commercial provider of communications services offering true globalised coverage, connecting people, organizations, and assets to and from anywhere, in real time. The company is a provider of mobile voice and data communications services through a constellation of low-earth-orbiting satellites. Iridium's solutions are ideally suited for industries such as maritime, aviation, government/military, emergency/humanitarian services, mining, forestry, oil and gas, heavy equipment, transportation, and utilities. Iridium also provides service to subscribers from the U.S. Department of Defense, as well as other civil and government agencies world-wide. The Company operates in one business segment, providing satellite communications services and products.
79GF Score

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