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NASDAQ:IRDM 8 August 2025 - 25 July 2026

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Rocket Lab (NASDAQ:RKLB) shares drop 8.7%, ending below Iridium agreement’s $67.50 floor
Rocket Lab (NASDAQ:RKLB) holds near deal collar as Iridium agreement in focus on Nasdaq open

Rocket Lab (NASDAQ:RKLB) holds near deal collar as Iridium agreement in focus on Nasdaq open

Rocket Lab Corporation traded higher in premarket Monday, but Iridium Communications Inc. gave a stronger read for deal watchers: IRDM was at $53.75, just under the $54 per share cash-and-stock offer, while Rocket Lab last changed hands at $100.46. These premarket quotes hit before Nasdaq’s regular session, after Friday’s market close for July 4th.
6 July 2026
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SpaceX (NASDAQ:SPCX) set for $8.3 billion index demand as float stays tight

SpaceX (NASDAQ:SPCX) set for $8.3 billion index demand as float stays tight

Space Exploration Technologies Corp heads into Tuesday with index demand still building up around the name, while the float remains small for a stock with a $2.16 trillion market cap. Shares settled at $164.19 on Monday, rising 7.15%. They traded at $163.30 in the premarket ahead of the 9:30 a.m. ET Nasdaq open. The Nasdaq market schedule lists July 3 as the next full closure for Independence Day, with June 30 open for trading.
30 June 2026
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Rocket Lab-Iridium deal puts cash-flow satellites in focus for space stocks in June 2026

Rocket Lab-Iridium deal puts cash-flow satellites in focus for space stocks in June 2026

Space and satellite stocks faced a tougher test this Monday than the SpaceX-driven rally that kicked off June, as investors started to focus on networks and contracts over just launch schedules. Rocket Lab Corporation said it will buy Iridium Communications Inc. in a deal valued at about $8 billion. The deal brings Rocket Lab access to L-band spectrum, over 2.55 million subscribers and $495 million in 2025 operational EBITDA to fold into its launch and spacecraft operations.
29 June 2026
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ARK Loads Up on SpaceX Post-IPO, Trims Teradyne, Iridium, Archer

ARK Loads Up on SpaceX Post-IPO, Trims Teradyne, Iridium, Archer

ARK Invest, run by Cathie Wood, ramped up buying in SpaceX after the Elon Musk company started trading publicly, shifting a week of portfolio selling into a new bet on a headline IPO. Investor’s Business Daily said ARK snapped up almost 3.3 million SpaceX shares on the first day. Reuters said SpaceX stock surged 19% in its Nasdaq debut, following a record $75 billion IPO.
14 June 2026
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Space and Defense Stocks to Watch: Lockheed, Huntington Ingalls Rise Into Holiday Week; AST SpaceMobile Deal in Focus

Space and Defense Stocks to Watch: Lockheed, Huntington Ingalls Rise Into Holiday Week; AST SpaceMobile Deal in Focus

Lockheed Martin and Huntington Ingalls, the shipbuilder, powered a late Friday rally in U.S. space and defense shares. The gains came as investors eyed new policy cues and geopolitical developments ahead of the long weekend.
15 February 2026
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Defense and space stocks rally, but Trump’s buyback-dividend squeeze is the next test

Defense and space stocks rally, but Trump’s buyback-dividend squeeze is the next test

Space and defense names trading in the U.S. finished in the green Friday. The market’s focus, though, has shifted—earnings aren’t the spark this time, nor is fresh demand for missiles. Instead, investors are eyeing an upcoming Pentagon list that threatens to restrict buybacks and dividends for contractors failing to meet delivery targets.
7 February 2026
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Space & Satellite Stocks Today: Rocket Lab (RKLB), Viasat (VSAT), Planet Labs (PL), Spire (SPIR), Iridium (IRDM) and Globalstar (GSAT) — News, Forecasts and Analysis for Dec. 17, 2025

Space & Satellite Stocks Today: Rocket Lab (RKLB), Viasat (VSAT), Planet Labs (PL), Spire (SPIR), Iridium (IRDM) and Globalstar (GSAT) — News, Forecasts and Analysis for Dec. 17, 2025

Space and satellite stocks are back in the spotlight on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, as investors juggle a busy mix of government launch schedules, fresh earnings, analyst price targets, and connectivity breakthroughs—all while the broader U.S. market digests shifting expectations for interest rates and policy headlines.
17 December 2025
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Cosmic Show This Weekend: Rare Meteors, Planet Parade & More (Sept 12–13, 2025)

Cosmic Show This Weekend: Rare Meteors, Planet Parade & More (Sept 12–13, 2025)

“We’re in a stargazer’s sweet spot,” writes Mark Laurin, an astronomy guide known as “Astro Mark.” “The September sky is full of magic… the night air is still comfortable but with a mere hint of wispy chill” aspentimes.com. Indeed, the nights of September 12–13, 2025 promise a cornucopia of celestial sights. From rare meteors and bright planets to ghostly auroras and satellite flybys, there’s plenty to delight skywatchers worldwide during this period. The following is an up-to-date guide to all the notable sky events and phenomena you can observe on these dates, with expert insights on how to catch them.
12 September 2025
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Smartphones Reach for the Skies: How Satellite Connectivity Is Revolutionizing Phones & Wearables

Smartphones Reach for the Skies: How Satellite Connectivity Is Revolutionizing Phones & Wearables

Not long ago, the idea of texting from a smartphone to a satellite sounded like science fiction or at least something reserved for clunky satellite phones. But as of 2025, this has become reality for millions of consumers. Mainstream smartphones and even smartwatches can now connect directly to satellites orbiting Earth, allowing basic communication where traditional cell networks fail. This development marks a convergence of the mobile tech industry and the satellite industry, unlocking capabilities that were previously limited to specialized devices.
11 September 2025
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Global Satellite Phone Showdown: Iridium 9555 vs. Extreme 9575 vs. Extreme PTT – Which One Reigns Supreme?

Global Satellite Phone Showdown: Iridium 9555 vs. Extreme 9575 vs. Extreme PTT – Which One Reigns Supreme?

Satellite phones are lifelines in off-grid adventures, high-seas voyages, remote work sites, and emergency situations. Iridium Communications offers some of the most trusted handsets on the market. Today, we pit the classic Iridium 9555, the rugged Iridium Extreme 9575, and the group-talk enabled Iridium Extreme PTT against each other. Which one comes out on top? You might be surprised! In this in-depth comparison, we’ll dive into full technical specs, design and durability differences, battery life, connectivity, pricing, ideal use cases from emergency to military, expert insights, and the latest news on Iridium’s satellite phone lineup. Let’s get started on this Iridium phone showdown.
20 August 2025
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Iridium 9575 vs Iridium 9555 vs Thuraya XT Lite Comparison. You Won’t Believe Which Satellite Phone Dominates in 2025

Iridium 9575 vs Iridium 9555 vs Thuraya XT Lite Comparison. You Won’t Believe Which Satellite Phone Dominates in 2025

Satellite phones remain indispensable in 2025 for adventurers, sailors, remote workers, and emergency responders who need to stay connected off the grid. Three of the most popular models are the Iridium 9575 Extreme, Iridium 9555, and Thuraya XT-LITE. Each has its own strengths – from the Iridium 9575’s military-grade toughness to the Thuraya XT-LITE’s budget-friendly connectivity. In this comprehensive comparison, we’ll break down their technical specs, assess coverage and performance, share expert and user feedback, and highlight recent news. By the end, you’ll know which satellite phone truly dominates in 2025.
8 August 2025
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