NasdaqGS:IRDM
NasdaqGS:IRDMTelecom

Will Iridium’s (IRDM) Capital Returns Offset Slower Service Growth and Shifting Customer Trends?

Iridium Communications recently reported mixed results for the second quarter of 2025, with an 8% revenue increase to US$216.91 million but a 32% fall in net income to US$21.97 million, while lowering its full-year service revenue growth forecast to 3%-5% from the prior 5%-7% range. Although the company announced another annual dividend increase and completed a significant share buyback, these shareholder returns were accompanied by slower growth expectations and ongoing shifts in its...