EchoStar Corporation Class A (SATS)

EchoStar's stock price has experienced significant fluctuations in the past six months. Between October 23, 2024, and October 22, 2025, the share price increased by 187.54%, surging 240% over the past six months. In May 2025, news of an FCC investigation caused the stock to drop around 16.6% in one day. Around May 30, 2025, a missed interest payment led to another significant drop of approximately 13% during the trading day. Insider selling activity has been observed, with CEO Hamid Akhavan selling 233,918 shares in September 2025, decreasing his ownership by 38.30%, and a director also sold 16,754 shares in September 2025.

Specific comprehensive information regarding demand seasonality for all of EchoStar's diverse products and services is not explicitly detailed. Sling TV aims to capture market share, particularly ahead of key events like the football season, suggesting increased demand for streaming services during certain periods related to sports broadcasting.

EchoStar Corporation is a global telecommunications company specializing in satellite communication, wireless telecommunications, and internet services. The company operates within the Communication Services sector and the Telecommunication Services industry, integrating its satellite infrastructure with innovative products and services. Its core business segments include Hughes Network Systems and EchoStar Satellite Services. Major products and services include HughesNet, Managed Network Services (HughesON), Satellite Transponder Leasing, Government Services, Mobile Satellite Services (MSS), Pay-TV Services, Streaming Services, Mobile Network Providers, and Satellite Transmission Equipment. EchoStar acquired Dish Network in December 2023 and launched the Jupiter 3 satellite in 2023. In May 2024, EchoStar was awarded a U.S. Navy wireless and telecommunications contract.

EchoStar Corporation has a global presence, with its satellite services providing coverage across North America, Latin America, and Europe. The company has thousands of employees across a dozen countries worldwide.

EchoStar's brand reputation in the past year has seen mixed sentiments. While some analysts have maintained "Buy" or "Strong Buy" ratings, Weiss Ratings reaffirmed a "Sell (D-)" rating. The company has focused on financial discipline, streamlined governance, and product innovation in 2024. Boost Mobile has shown consecutive quarter-over-quarter net positive subscriber growth, and Hughes Enterprise secured significant contracts. The acquisition of Anderson Connectivity in October 2025 is expected to expand Hughes' capabilities. The FCC investigation and a missed interest payment in May 2025 likely had a negative impact on the company's reputation and investor confidence.

EchoStar's ownership structure is a mix of institutional, retail, and individual investors. Major institutional holders include BlackRock Inc., Vanguard Group Inc., Dodge & Cox, Darsana Capital Partners LP, Redwood Capital Management, Llc, Fmr Llc, Silver Point Capital L.P., and State Street Corp. Institutional ownership ranges from approximately 21.05% to 46.06% of the company's stock. Charles W. Ergen is the largest individual shareholder, owning 13.64 million shares, representing 4.74% of the company. Insiders own a substantial portion of the company's stock, reported to be around 10.72% to 55.70%.