Iridium CommunicationsHAM:6IC -3.27%69 EV-to-FCF is 24.61 as of Jul. 06, 2026, which is 38% above its 10-year median of 17.81. GuruFocus rates HAM:6IC with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of €32.11 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 11 warning signs investors should review. Among 250 Telecommunication Services companies, Iridium Communications ranks worse than 72.8% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Iridium Communications's Enterprise Value is €6,449.5 Mil.
Iridium Communications's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €262.1 Mil. Therefore, Iridium Communications's EV-to-FCF for today is 24.61.
The historical rank and industry rank for Iridium Communications's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
HAM:6IC'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -265.27 Med: 17.81 Max: 71.17
Current: 24.09
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Iridium Communications was 71.17. The lowest was -265.27. And the median was 17.81.
HAM:6IC's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than 72.8% of 250
companies
in the Telecommunication Services industry
Industry Median: 15.32
vs HAM:6IC: 24.09
EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. 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.
EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. 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 €47.30.
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 €0.846.
* 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.
Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Free Cash Flow is an important financial metric because it represents the actual amount of cash at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-FCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
* 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.
HAM:6IC vs LBRDA, TDS, LBTYA: EV-to-FCF Comparison
For the Telecom Services subindustry, Iridium Communications's EV-to-FCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-FCF 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-FCF vs Telecommunication Services Industry
For the Telecommunication Services industry and Communication Services sector, Iridium Communications's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Iridium Communications's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Iridium Communications's current Enterprise Value is €6,449.5 Mil.
Iridium Communications's Free Cash Flow 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 €262.1 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 (HAM:6IC) has a EV-to-FCF of 24.61 as of Jul. 06, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Iridium Communications and its competitors. This is 38% above median its historical median of 17.81. According to the industry distribution chart, Iridium Communications ranks #182 out of 250 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, placing it in the top 72.8%.
Is Iridium Communications' EV-to-FCF too high?
Iridium Communications' current EV-to-FCF of 24.61 is 38% above median its 10-year median of 17.81. The Telecommunication Services industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.32. Iridium Communications' value of 24.61 is 60.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Iridium Communications ranks #182 out of 250 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Iridium Communications has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Iridium Communications' EV-to-FCF compare to LBRDA and TDS?
According to the Telecommunication Services industry distribution chart, Iridium Communications ranks #182 out of 250 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Iridium Communications in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 15.32. Iridium Communications' value of 24.61 is 60.6% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 17.81 vs. the industry median of 15.32, 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-FCF for a Telecommunication Services company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Telecommunication Services companies is 15.32, based on 250 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-FCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-FCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Iridium Communications's current EV-to-FCF of 24.61 is 60.6% 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-FCF mean?
A high EV-to-FCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Iridium Communications and its competitors. For the Telecommunication Services industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 15.32 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Iridium Communications's current EV-to-FCF is 24.61, which is 38% above median its own 10-year median of 17.81. 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 €32.11, compared to a current price of €47.30 — trading 47.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 24.61, which is 38% above median its 10-year median of 17.81 and 60.6% above the Telecommunication Services industry median of 15.32. Iridium Communications' overall GF Score™ is 69/100 with 11 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Iridium Communications (HAM:6IC), the current EV-to-FCF is 24.61 as of Jul. 06, 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 €47.30 is trading 47.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of €32.11.
GuruFocus considers Iridium Communications to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for HAM:6IC:
EV-to-FCF: 24.61 (38% above median its 10-year median of 17.81)
GF Value™: €32.11 vs. price of €47.30 (47.3% above fair value)
Industry Position: 60.6% above the Telecommunication Services median (#182 of 250)
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 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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