Viasat

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Viasat, a Publicly Owned company headquartered in the US, was founded in 1986 and operates with approximately 6,000 employees. The company reported $4.6B in revenue as of 2025. Functioning as a global communications provider, Viasat offers satellite broadband and secure networking solutions to consumer, commercial, and government sectors. It operates a fleet of geostationary satellites to deliver internet connectivity to residential users in remote areas, in-flight Wi-Fi for commercial airlines, and maritime communication services. Viasat also provides cybersecurity services and tactical data links for defense applications, supporting communications for the U.S. government and international allies. Following its acquisition of Inmarsat, the firm expanded its global footprint and technical infrastructure to offer a multi-band, multi-orbit network designed to support mobile and fixed-site connectivity worldwide.

2025 Revenue

Founded

1986

Headcount

7,500

Headquarters

United States

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Publicly Owned

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Viasat, in partnership with the 5G Automotive Association (5GAA), on August 7 highlighted the case for in-car satellite connectivity, citing a survey that found 76% of drivers experience weekly mobile signal loss, with some frequent drivers spending over four hours a week without signal. Earlier on August 7, Viasat Inc. (NASDAQ:VSAT) reported first-quarter results, with revenues of US$1.2 billion missing expectations and a statutory loss per share of US$0.38, which was 14% larger than analyst forecasts. On August 6, the company announced its ViaSat-3 F3 satellite successfully deployed its reflector and boom in orbit at an altitude of 35,786 kilometers above Earth, a key milestone as the satellite prepares for expected service across the Asia-Pacific region. This followed an August 6 announcement regarding a technology demonstration where Viasat Inc. and BMW Group showcased an automotive satellite voice call integrated into a production-line vehicle platform. Conducted in Munich, the July 16, 2026 trial established voice communications directly through the vehicle’s native electronics architecture using Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) satellite connectivity to address cellular network dead zones. Earlier on August 6, a report from Viasat and 5GAA, titled 'The Great Connectivity Convergence: NTN in Automotive,' indicated that three-quarters of drivers would pay for satellite-connected car services.

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Viasat offers 7 products in the media tech, media and telecoms services, connectivity and cloud, telecoms tech and enterprise tech industries. Viasat's product portfolio comprises of connectivity and distribution services, enterprise security, enterprise connectivity services, telecoms and telecoms network infrastructure.

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Viasat's revenues were $4.6B in 2025. Caretta Research has split Viasat's revenue into 6 different product categories, the largest of which is satellite data connectivity, which represents 36% of Viasat's revenue.

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Aug

12th

2026

01:43

Financial Results, B2B Tag, Tenders and Contracts, Financial Performance

Viasat Reports Strong Q1 2027 Earnings with Record Awards and Backlog

Viasat Reports Strong Q1 2027 Earnings with Record Awards and BacklogWritten by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment AnalystSource: Yahoo FinanceUpdated: 1 hour ago0minsSource: Yahoo Finance Record Contracts and Awards: Viasat secured approximately $1.3 billion in contracts during Q1 FY 2027, a 10% increase year-over-year, with a notable 32% rise in Defense and Advanced Technologies (DAT) orders, indicating strong demand and competitive advantages in the defense sector.

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Aug

11th

2026

06:30

B2B Tag

Three-quarters of drivers willing to pay for satellite-connected car services – report

A new study from Viasat Inc. , a global leader in satellite communications, and the 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) has revealed drivers around the world say they regularly experience coverage ‘black spots’ and are willing to pay for satellite-powered services – especially when it comes to safety.

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Aug

11th

2026

06:30

Financial Results, B2B Tag, Financial Performance

Viasat Reports Mixed Earnings with Strong Cash Flow Growth

Viasat Inc's stock rose by 5.47% as it crossed above the 5-day SMA, reflecting a positive reaction to its earnings report despite mixed results. The company reported fiscal Q1 2027 earnings per share of $0.17, exceeding analysts' expectations of $0.09, although revenue fell short of the forecast at $1.16 billion.

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Aug

10th

2026

10:16

Financial Results, B2B Tag, Financial Performance

Viasat Releases First Quarter Fiscal Year 2027 Financial Results

Viasat, Inc., a global leader in satellite communications, published its first quarter fiscal year 2027 financial results. A letter to shareholders and accompanying webcast slides are available on the Investor Relations section of the company’s website.

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Aug

10th

2026

06:30

Emerging Tech, B2B Tag, Joint Ventures

Space42 Advances Equatys Direct-to-Device Joint Venture Into Satellite Procurement Phase

Following the combination of Bayanat and Yahsat to form UAE-based AI-powered space technology firm Space42, the company’s direct-to-device (D2D) joint venture, Equatys, is advancing into its initial constellation procurement phase. Developed in partnership with satellite communications operator Viasat, the project seeks to deploy a neutral-host low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite constellation operating across harmonized L-band and S-band Mobile Satellite Services (MSS) spectrum.

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Aug

10th

2026

06:30

B2B Tag, Tenders and Contracts

Viasat delivers MOJO tactical gateways to USAF

Viasat's Move Out/Jump Off (MOJO) Next tactical gateway (Viasat) Tactical satellite communications company Viasat has completed initial deliveries of its Move Out/Jump Off (MOJO) Next tactical maneuver gateway system to the US Air Force (USAF), in response to “urgent operational requirements” outlined by the air service.

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Aug

10th

2026

06:30

Emerging Tech, B2B Tag, Patent Disputes, Patent Filings

$229 Million In Royalties From A Single Patent

Last week, a US jury found that Kioxia infringed a Viasat patent covering flash memory error-correction technology. The jury found that Kioxia infringed claim 16 of US Patent No. 8,615,700, which resulted in them awarding Viasat $229 million in damages, calculated as a running royalty for past infringement.

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Aug

8th

2026

14:06

Financial Results, B2B Tag, Financial Performance

How Viasat’s Narrower Q1 Loss on Softer Revenue Will Impact Viasat (VSAT) Investors

Viasat, Inc. has reported past first‑quarter 2027 results for the period ended June 30, 2026, with revenue of US$1,156.54 million compared with US$1,171.05 million a year earlier, and a net loss of US$51.74 million versus US$56.43 million previously, translating into a diluted loss per share from continuing operations of US$0.38 versus US$0.43.

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Aug

7th

2026

09:05

Management Changes, Corporate Restructuring, B2B Tag, Business Restructuring, Management Changes, Tenders and Contracts

What’s up with… Auto connectivity, AT&T, Hispasat

In today’s industry news roundup: A survey conducted by Viasat and the 5GAA has found wides[read willingness among drivers to pay extra for satellite-delivered in-car connectivity; AT&T has turned to Ericsson for the radios that

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Aug

7th

2026

06:30

B2B Tag, Tenders and Contracts, Financial Performance

Looks Are Deceiving When It Comes to This Big Satellite-Internet Player

Viasat’s (VSAT) fiscal first-quarter financial results appear underwhelming on the surface, but they indicate the company is poised to deliver very strong earnings in the medium-to-long term; its contract awards and backlog jumped significantly. Also noteworthy is that the firm continues to generate significant and growing amounts of cash.

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Aug

7th

2026

06:30

B2B Tag

Viasat makes the case for in-car satellite connectivity

A new survey by satellite operator Viasat – in partnership with the 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) – has revealed that 76% of drivers experience mobile signal loss every week, with a proportion of frequent drivers spending more than four hours a week without signal.

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Aug

7th

2026

05:18

Emerging Tech, Financial Results, B2B Tag, Financial Performance

Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting For Viasat, Inc. (NASDAQ:VSAT) After Its First-Quarter Results

Viasat, Inc. ( NASDAQ:VSAT ) missed earnings with its latest quarterly results, disappointing overly-optimistic forecasters. Revenues missed expectations somewhat, coming in at US$1.2b and leading to a corresponding blowout in statutory losses. The loss per share was US$0.38, some 14% larger than the analysts forecast.

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Viasat currently holds 3 broadcasting rights for sports competitions including ice hockey, australian rules football and athletics.

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