IRDM (Iridium Communications) Goodwill: $98.9 Mil (As of Mar. 2026)


IRDM Iridium Communications Inc IRDM
74 GF Score
Price $42.28
GF Value $36.43
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Iridium Communications Goodwill?

Iridium Communications IRDM -4.26% 74 Goodwill is $98.9 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates IRDM with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of $36.43 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review.

A Goodwill is an intangible asset that arises as a result of the acquisition of one company by another for a premium value. The value of a company's brand name, solid customer base, good customer relations, good employee relations and any patents or proprietary technology represent goodwill. Iridium Communications's goodwill for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $98.9 Mil.


Iridium Communications  (NAS:IRDM) Goodwill Explanation

Goodwill to Asset ratio measures how much goodwill a company is recording compared to the total level of its assets.

It is calculated by dividing goodwill by total assets.

Iridium Communications's Goodwill-to-Asset Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as

Goodwill-to-Asset (A: Dec. 2025 )=Goodwill/Total Assets
=98.942/2531.009
=0.04

Iridium Communications's Goodwill-to-Asset Ratio for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as

Goodwill-to-Asset (Q: Mar. 2026 )=Goodwill/Total Assets
=98.942/2532.289
=0.04

* 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.

If the goodwill-to-asset ratio increases, it can mean that the company is recording a proportionately higher amount of goodwill, assuming total assets are remaining constant. It is generally good to see a company increasing its assets regularly; however, if these increases are coming from intangible assets, such as goodwill, the increases may not be as good.

Increases in the goodwill-to-asset ratio might suggest that a company has been aggressively acquiring other firms or has seen its tangible assets decrease in value. When a large portion of total assets are attributable to intangible assets (such as goodwill), the company may be at risk of having that portion of its asset base wiped out quickly if it must record any goodwill impairments. Decreases in the goodwill-to-assets ratio suggest that the company has either written down some goodwill or increased its tangible assets.

Asset needs vary from industry to industry. This is why comparing goodwill-to-assets ratios is generally most meaningful among companies within the same industry. By comparing a company's goodwill to assets ratio to those of other companies within the same industry, investors can get a feel for how a company is managing its goodwill.


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Iridium Communications Goodwill Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Iridium Communications's Goodwill 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 Goodwill Chart

Iridium Communications Annual Data
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Iridium Communications Quarterly Data
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Iridium Communications Goodwill Calculation

A Goodwill is an intangible asset that arises as a result of the acquisition of one company by another for a premium value. The value of a company's brand name, solid customer base, good customer relations, good employee relations and any patents or proprietary technology represent goodwill. Goodwill is considered an intangible asset because it is not a physical asset like buildings or equipment. The goodwill account can be found in the assets portion of a company's balance sheet.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Goodwill →
What does a Goodwill of $98.9 Mil mean?
Iridium Communications (IRDM) has a Goodwill of $98.9 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Goodwill is the intangible assets representing the value in excess of the acquired company's value. View historical data on Iridium Communications and its competitors.
Is Iridium Communications' Goodwill too high?
Iridium Communications' current Goodwill is $98.9 Mil. Overall, Iridium Communications has a GF Score™ of 74/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Iridium Communications' Goodwill compare to LBRDA and TDS?
Iridium Communications' Goodwill of $98.9 Mil can be compared against companies in the Telecommunication Services industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Goodwill for a Telecommunication Services company?
A good Goodwill depends on the Telecommunication Services industry context. However, Goodwill should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Goodwill mean?
A high Goodwill can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Goodwill is the intangible assets representing the value in excess of the acquired company's value. View historical data on Iridium Communications and its competitors. Iridium Communications's current Goodwill is $98.9 Mil. 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 $36.43, compared to a current price of $42.28 — trading 16.1% above its estimated fair value. The current Goodwill is $98.9 Mil. Iridium Communications' overall GF Score™ is 74/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Goodwill calculated?
Goodwill is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Iridium Communications (IRDM), the current Goodwill is $98.9 Mil as of Mar. 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 $42.28 is trading 16.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of $36.43. GuruFocus considers Iridium Communications to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for IRDM:

  • Goodwill: $98.9 Mil
  • GF Value™: $36.43 vs. price of $42.28 (16.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 74/100 with 5 warning signs

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 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.
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