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Iridium CommunicationsIRDM -4.23%77 EV-to-EBITDA is 15.07 as of Jul. 16, 2026, which is 6% below its 10-year median of 15.98. GuruFocus rates IRDM with a GF Score™ of 77/100 and a GF Value™ of $36.53 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 314 Telecommunication Services companies, Iridium Communications ranks worse than 79.94% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Iridium Communications's enterprise value is $6,588.2 Mil.
Iridium Communications's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $437.2 Mil. Therefore, Iridium Communications's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 15.07.
The historical rank and industry rank for Iridium Communications's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
IRDM'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 7.79 Med: 15.98 Max: 34.83
Current: 15.07
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 15.98.
IRDM's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 79.94% of 314
companies
in the Telecommunication Services industry
Industry Median: 6.91
vs IRDM: 15.07
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.
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:
Iridium Communications's share price for today is $46.61.
Iridium Communications's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $0.987.
* 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).
* 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.
IRDM 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.
Iridium Communications's current Enterprise Value is $6,588.2 Mil.
Iridium Communications's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $437.2 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.
Iridium Communications (IRDM) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 15.07 as of Jul. 16, 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 15.98. 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 #251 out of 314 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, placing it in the top 79.9%.
Is Iridium Communications' EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Iridium Communications' current EV-to-EBITDA of 15.07 is near median its 10-year median of 15.98. 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 6.91. Iridium Communications' value of 15.07 is 118.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Iridium Communications ranks #251 out of 314 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Iridium Communications has a GF Score™ of 77/100 and is considered Modestly 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 #251 out of 314 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Iridium Communications in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 6.91. Iridium Communications' value of 15.07 is 118.1% 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 15.98 vs. the industry median of 6.91, 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 6.91, based on 314 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 15.07 is 118.1% 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 6.91 — 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 15.07, which is near median its own 10-year median of 15.98. 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 (IRDM) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $36.53, compared to a current price of $46.61 — trading 27.6% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 15.07, which is near median its 10-year median of 15.98 and 118.1% above the Telecommunication Services industry median of 6.91. Iridium Communications' overall GF Score™ is 77/100 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 (IRDM), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 15.07 as of Jul. 16, 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 (IRDM) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Iridium Communications stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $46.61 is trading 27.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of $36.53.
GuruFocus considers Iridium Communications to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for IRDM:
EV-to-EBITDA: 15.07 (near median its 10-year median of 15.98)
GF Value™: $36.53 vs. price of $46.61 (27.6% above fair value)
Industry Position: 118.1% above the Telecommunication Services median (#251 of 314)
No single metric tells the full story. See the IRDM stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
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.
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