GSAT (Globalstar) FCF Margin %: 50.39% (As of Jun. 2026) — 867% Above Median

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What is Globalstar FCF Margin %?

Globalstar GSAT +0.19% 54 FCF Margin % is 50.39% as of Jun. 2026, which is 867% above its 10-year median of 5.21. GuruFocus rates GSAT with a GF Score™ of 54/100 and a GF Value™ of $29.89 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 364 Telecommunication Services companies, Globalstar ranks better than 99.73% on this metric.

FCF Margin % is calculated as Free Cash Flow divided by its Revenue. Globalstar's Free Cash Flow for the three months ended in Jun. 2026 was $32.6 Mil. Globalstar's Revenue for the three months ended in Jun. 2026 was $64.8 Mil. Therefore, Globalstar's FCF Margin % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was 50.39%.

As of today, Globalstar's current FCF Yield % is 4.88%.

The historical rank and industry rank for Globalstar's FCF Margin % or its related term are showing as below:

GSAT' s FCF Margin % Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -41.31   Med: 5.21   Max: 188.13
Current: 187.8


During the past 13 years, the highest FCF Margin % of Globalstar was 188.13%. The lowest was -41.31%. And the median was 5.21%.

GSAT's FCF Margin % is ranked better than
99.73% of 364 companies
in the Telecommunication Services industry
Industry Median: 8.44 vs GSAT: 187.80


Globalstar FCF Margin % Related Terms


Globalstar FCF Margin % Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Globalstar's FCF Margin % 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.

Globalstar FCF Margin % Chart

Globalstar Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
FCF Margin %
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Globalstar Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
FCF Margin % 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 114.18 157.34 638.42 -115.89 50.39

GSAT vs LUMN, CHTR, IRDM: FCF Margin % Comparison

For the Telecom Services subindustry, Globalstar's FCF Margin %, along with its competitors' market caps and FCF Margin % 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.


Globalstar FCF Margin % vs Telecommunication Services Industry

For the Telecommunication Services industry and Communication Services sector, Globalstar's FCF Margin % distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Globalstar's FCF Margin % falls into.


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Globalstar FCF Margin % Calculation

FCF margin is the ratio of Free Cash Flow divided by net sales or Revenue, usually presented in percent.

Globalstar's FCF Margin for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as

FCF Margin=Free Cash Flow (A: Dec. 2025 )/Revenue (A: Dec. 2025 )
=513.556/272.986
=188.13 %

Globalstar's FCF Margin for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 is calculated as

FCF Margin=Free Cash Flow (Q: Jun. 2026 )/Revenue (Q: Jun. 2026 )
=32.639/64.772
=50.39 %

* 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 FCF Margin % →
What does a FCF Margin % of 50.39% mean?
Globalstar (GSAT) has a FCF Margin % of 50.39% as of Jun. 2026. Free cash flow margin is the ratio of total free cash flow to net sales. View historical data on Globalstar and its competitors. This is 867% above median its historical median of 5.21. According to the industry distribution chart, Globalstar ranks #1 out of 364 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, placing it in the top 0.3%.
Is Globalstar's FCF Margin % too high?
Globalstar's current FCF Margin % of 50.39% is 867% above median its 10-year median of 5.21. The Telecommunication Services industry median FCF Margin % is 8.44. Globalstar's value of 50.39% is 497% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Globalstar ranks #1 out of 364 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Globalstar has a GF Score™ of 54/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Globalstar's FCF Margin % compare to LUMN and CHTR?
According to the Telecommunication Services industry distribution chart, Globalstar ranks #1 out of 364 companies for FCF Margin %. This places Globalstar in the top 0% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median FCF Margin % is 8.44. Globalstar's value of 50.39% is 497% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 5.21 vs. the industry median of 8.44, Globalstar 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 FCF Margin % for a Telecommunication Services company?
The median FCF Margin % among Telecommunication Services companies is 8.44, based on 364 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a FCF Margin % significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, FCF Margin % should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Globalstar's current FCF Margin % of 50.39% is 497% 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 FCF Margin % mean?
A high FCF Margin % can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Free cash flow margin is the ratio of total free cash flow to net sales. View historical data on Globalstar and its competitors. For the Telecommunication Services industry, the median FCF Margin % is 8.44 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Globalstar's current FCF Margin % is 50.39%, which is 867% above median its own 10-year median of 5.21. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Globalstar stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Globalstar (GSAT) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $29.89, compared to a current price of $83.40 — trading 179% above its estimated fair value. The current FCF Margin % is 50.39%, which is 867% above median its 10-year median of 5.21 and 497% above the Telecommunication Services industry median of 8.44. Globalstar's overall GF Score™ is 54/100 with 7 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is FCF Margin % calculated?
FCF Margin % is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Globalstar (GSAT), the current FCF Margin % is 50.39% as of Jun. 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 Globalstar (GSAT) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Globalstar stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $83.40 is trading 179% above its estimated GF Value™ of $29.89. GuruFocus considers Globalstar to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for GSAT:

  • FCF Margin %: 50.39% (867% above median its 10-year median of 5.21)
  • GF Value™: $29.89 vs. price of $83.40 (179% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 54/100 with 7 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 497% above the Telecommunication Services median (#1 of 364)

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


Globalstar Business Description

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Globalstar Inc is a telecommunications company that derives revenue from the provision of mobile satellite services. Mobile satellite services, including voice and data communications services to retail, business, and governmental customers, as well as wholesale satellite capacity services. The company provides communications services such as two-way voice and data transmission. In addition, one-way data transmission is also offered. Both services are offered using mobile or fixed devices. The company is the owner of satellite assets. It has one reportable segment: the MSS business. The company generates the vast majority of its revenue within the United States.
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