Gilat Satellite Networks Management
Management criteria checks 3/4
We currently do not have sufficient information about the CEO.
Key information
Adi Sfadia
Chief executive officer
US$1.5m
Total compensation
| CEO salary percentage | 29.96% |
| CEO tenure | 5.9yrs |
| CEO ownership | n/a |
| Management average tenure | 4.2yrs |
| Board average tenure | 7.2yrs |
Recent management updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Jun 08
GILT: Future Returns Will Depend On Multi Orbit Connectivity Contract Momentum
Analysts maintained their $19.20 price target for Gilat Satellite Networks, noting that only minor adjustments were made to inputs such as the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E assumptions, rather than any change in their overall view of the stock. What's in the News Gilat Defense plans to showcase an expanded portfolio for tactical unmanned platforms at Eurosatory 2026, including RaySat’s new Viper Ka electronically steered antenna, which supports secure, low latency, multi orbit connectivity across LEO, MEO and GEO constellations.Seeking Alpha • May 27
Gilat Satellite: Locking In Profits After A 160% Run-Up (Rating Downgrade)
Summary Gilat Satellite is downgraded to Hold after a 160% rally and significant valuation rerating. Recent volatility, normalization of topline growth, and sector-level EBITDA multiples limit near-term upside for GILT. Gross margin expansion is expected as line-fit certification for Boeing aircraft nears, but current margins still trail peers. GILT's balance sheet remains strong, but working capital demands and cash flow pressure warrant caution until organic growth and margin trends clarify. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • May 25
GILT: Future Returns Will Depend On In Flight Connectivity Contract Momentum
Analysts have nudged their price target for Gilat Satellite Networks from $19.00 to $19.20, citing updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E that refine rather than overhaul their prior view on the stock. What's in the News Boeing and Gilat reached a milestone toward offering Gilat’s multi orbit Sidewinder electronically steered antenna as a future line fit option for in flight connectivity, with Boeing planning to offer a line fit Sidewinder terminal installation through integration partners to support broader airline adoption (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Apr 22
GILT: Future Returns Will Depend On Defense Contracts And Cloud SATCOM Progress
Analysts kept their $19.00 price target for Gilat Satellite Networks steady, citing consistent assumptions around growth, margins, and P/E expectations, and highlighting recent research that reflects a more constructive view on the stock. Analyst Commentary Recent research reflects a more constructive view on Gilat Satellite Networks, with bullish analysts pointing to factors they see as supportive of the current US$19.00 price target and the existing P/E assumptions.Narrative Update • Apr 07
GILT: Future Returns Will Depend On Defense And 5G NTN Delivery
Analysts have maintained their $19.00 price target for Gilat Satellite Networks, citing recent research that points to stable assumptions for growth, profitability, and long-term P/E expectations following a fresh upgrade in Street views. Analyst Commentary Street research indicates that the recent upgrade aligns with steady assumptions for Gilat Satellite Networks on growth, profitability, and long-term P/E, which supports the maintained US$19.00 price target.Narrative Update • Mar 24
GILT: Future Returns Will Depend On Defense And 5G NTN Execution
Analysts have adjusted their price target on Gilat Satellite Networks to $19.00, with the change supported by an updated view of the company's discount rate, long term revenue growth, profit margin assumptions, and a higher future P/E, as reflected in recent Street research including the upgrade at Freedom Capital. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Gilat Satellite Networks highlights a mix of optimism on execution and growth, alongside some caution on what is already embedded in valuation assumptions such as the higher future P/E and updated discount rate.Narrative Update • Mar 10
GILT: Reaffirmed Outlook Will Rely On Defense And 5G NTN Execution
Analysts reaffirmed their $19.00 price target on Gilat Satellite Networks, citing updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E that are consistent with a recent upgrade in Street research. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts view the reaffirmed US$19.00 target as consistent with updated assumptions on discount rates and future P/E, which they see as better aligned with current sector benchmarks.Narrative Update • Feb 23
GILT: Defense Contracts And Upgraded Outlook Will Support Sustained Premium Multiple
Analysts have raised their price target on Gilat Satellite Networks from $16.30 to $19.00, citing updated views on growth, profitability, and valuation following recent research, including an upgrade from Freedom Capital. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts see the higher price target as reflecting a reassessment of Gilat Satellite Networks' potential to execute on its current business plan, with the new range viewed as more aligned with their updated research work.Analysis Article • Feb 17
Why Gilat Satellite Networks' (NASDAQ:GILT) Shaky Earnings Are Just The Beginning Of Its Problems
The market wasn't impressed with the soft earnings from Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. ( NASDAQ:GILT ) recently. We did...Narrative Update • Feb 09
GILT: Strong Order Momentum Will Still Face Premium Multiple Headwinds
Analysts have maintained their fair value estimate for Gilat Satellite Networks at $16.30. They cited only marginal adjustments to assumptions such as discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E, which they indicated were not significant enough to change their overall price target view.Narrative Update • Jan 25
GILT: Strong Execution But Premium Multiple Will Limit Future Upside
Analysts have raised their price target for Gilat Satellite Networks from US$14.50 to US$16.30, citing slightly revised assumptions for the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E as the main factors behind the change. What's in the News Q3 earnings per share came in at US$0.19 versus consensus of US$0.10, with revenue of US$117.7m compared with analyst expectations of US$113.17m (periodical).Narrative Update • Jan 08
GILT: Solid Execution And Cash Generation Support Balanced Risk Reward Outlook
Analysts kept their price target for Gilat Satellite Networks steady at US$14.50, with only minor tweaks to inputs such as the discount rate, long term revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions behind their valuation models. What's in the News Reported Q3 earnings per share of US$0.19 versus consensus of US$0.10, with revenue of US$117.7m compared with consensus of US$113.17m.Analysis Article • Jan 07
Earnings Not Telling The Story For Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ:GILT) After Shares Rise 27%
Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. ( NASDAQ:GILT ) shares have had a really impressive month, gaining 27% after a shaky...Analysis Article • Dec 27
We Ran A Stock Scan For Earnings Growth And Gilat Satellite Networks (NASDAQ:GILT) Passed With Ease
The excitement of investing in a company that can reverse its fortunes is a big draw for some speculators, so even...Narrative Update • Dec 14
GILT: Strong Cash Generation And Order Momentum Will Drive Future Upside
Analysts have reaffirmed their price target for Gilat Satellite Networks at approximately 14.50 dollars, reflecting minimal changes to the discount rate, revenue growth, and margin assumptions that leave the valuation effectively unchanged. What's in the News Delivered Q3 revenue of $117.7 million versus consensus of $113.17 million and EPS of $0.19 versus $0.10 expected, while highlighting strong order bookings, next generation program wins, and completion of a $66 million private placement to fund growth (periodical) Gilat DataPath won an approximately $10 million contract for a customized, transportable Earth Observation Solution, expanding the Defense portfolio into geospatial insights and real time intelligence for remote missions (key development) The Commercial Division secured over $42 million in orders from a leading satellite operator, primarily for the multi orbit SkyEdge IV platform, supporting applications such as In Flight Connectivity, maritime mobility, enterprise broadband, and cellular backhaul (key development) The company narrowed and raised its 2025 revenue guidance midpoint to a range of $445 million to $455 million, implying about 47 percent year over year growth at the midpoint (key development) Gilat was added to the TA 125 Index, increasing its visibility and potential ownership among institutional and index tracking investors (key development) Valuation Changes Fair Value: Maintained at approximately $14.50 per share, with no change in the intrinsic value estimate.Narrative Update • Nov 29
GILT: Continued Strong Orders And Cash Generation Will Drive Further Upside
Analysts have raised their price target for Gilat Satellite Networks from $13.50 to $14.50. They cite modest improvements in expected revenue growth and a slightly higher discount rate, despite a lower projected profit margin and an increased future price-to-earnings ratio.Analysis Article • Nov 15
Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. Just Recorded A 133% EPS Beat: Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting Next
Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. ( NASDAQ:GILT ) just released its quarterly report and things are looking bullish. The...Narrative Update • Nov 15
GILT: Continued Platform Orders And Strong Cash Flow Will Drive Upside
Narrative Update on Gilat Satellite Networks: Analyst Price Target Revision Analysts have increased their price target for Gilat Satellite Networks from $11.00 to $13.50. This change reflects updated projections for the company's profit margin and valuation multiples, even though revenue growth expectations have been slightly reduced.Analysis Article • Sep 16
Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd.'s (NASDAQ:GILT) 31% Share Price Surge Not Quite Adding Up
Despite an already strong run, Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. ( NASDAQ:GILT ) shares have been powering on, with a gain...Narrative Update • Aug 08
Satellite Connectivity Will Broaden Expansion In Europe And Latin America
The significant upward revision in Gilat Satellite Networks' price target reflects improved consensus revenue growth forecasts and a higher expected future P/E multiple, raising fair value from $8.40 to $11.00. What's in the News Gilat raised 2025 revenue guidance to $435–$455 million, reflecting a higher midpoint growth rate of 46%.Analysis Article • Aug 08
We Discuss Why Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd.'s (NASDAQ:GILT) CEO May Deserve A Higher Pay Packet
NasdaqGS:GILT 1 Year Share Price vs Fair Value Explore Gilat Satellite Networks's Fair Values from the Community and...Analysis Article • Jun 25
There's Reason For Concern Over Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd.'s (NASDAQ:GILT) Massive 30% Price Jump
Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. ( NASDAQ:GILT ) shareholders would be excited to see that the share price has had a great...Analysis Article • May 26
Gilat Satellite Networks' (NASDAQ:GILT) Anemic Earnings Might Be Worse Than You Think
Last week's earnings announcement from Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. ( NASDAQ:GILT ) was disappointing to investors...Analysis Article • May 22
Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. Just Missed Earnings; Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting Now
There's been a notable change in appetite for Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. ( NASDAQ:GILT ) shares in the week since...Seeking Alpha • Apr 20
Gilat Satellite: Stellar Blu Will Bring Stellar Returns
Summary Gilat's diversified business segments, including Defense, Commercial, and Peru, drive robust growth and resilience, supporting a strong investment thesis. 2024 earnings projections indicate significant upward momentum, bolstered by quality metrics and strategic market positioning. Management guidance signals more topline growth coming from the defense and commercial sectors, driven by surging demand for ESAs. Overall, Gilat presents a compelling investment opportunity with solid fundamentals and promising future earnings potential. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Apr 16
Returns On Capital Signal Tricky Times Ahead For Gilat Satellite Networks (NASDAQ:GILT)
If we want to find a stock that could multiply over the long term, what are the underlying trends we should look for...
New Narrative • Sep 26
Stellar Acquisitions And Defense Diversification Set To Boost Revenue, Despite Margin Pressures
Gilat's acquisition of Stellar Blu Solutions enhances its leadership in the in-flight connectivity market, promising significant revenue growth through new markets and customers.CEO Compensation Analysis
| Date | Total Compensation | Salary | Company Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 31 2026 | n/a | n/a | US$32m |
| Dec 31 2025 | US$1m | US$439k | US$21m |
| Sep 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$24m |
| Jun 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$22m |
| Mar 31 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$14m |
| Dec 31 2024 | US$1m | US$394k | US$25m |
| Sep 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$17m |
| Jun 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$20m |
| Mar 31 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$23m |
| Dec 31 2023 | US$906k | US$356k | US$24m |
| Sep 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$14m |
| Jun 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$6m |
| Mar 31 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$2m |
| Dec 31 2022 | US$977k | US$391k | -US$6m |
| Sep 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$2m |
| Jun 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$137k |
| Mar 31 2022 | n/a | n/a | -US$594k |
| Dec 31 2021 | US$1m | US$409k | -US$3m |
| Sep 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$57m |
| Jun 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$46m |
| Mar 31 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$42m |
| Dec 31 2020 | US$325k | US$219k | US$35m |
| Sep 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | -US$4m |
| Jun 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$14m |
| Mar 31 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$22m |
| Dec 31 2019 | US$490k | US$236k | US$37m |
Compensation vs Market: Adi's total compensation ($USD1.46M) is below average for companies of similar size in the US market ($USD3.67M).
Compensation vs Earnings: Adi's compensation has increased by more than 20% in the past year.
CEO
Adi Sfadia (56 yo)
5.9yrs
Tenure
US$1,463,804
Compensation
Mr. Adi Sfadia serves as Chief Executive Officer of Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. since November 2020 and served as its Interim Chief Executive Officer since July 2, 2020 until November 2020. Mr. Sfadia ha...
Leadership Team
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chief Executive Officer | 5.9yrs | US$1.46m | no data | |
| President of Commercial Division | 3.3yrs | US$660.26k | 0.0023% $ 23.7k | |
| Chief R&D Officer | 4.1yrs | US$655.21k | 0.0020% $ 20.3k | |
| President of Defense Division | 1.4yrs | US$701.68k | 0.0069% $ 70.5k | |
| Chief Financial Officer | 4.3yrs | US$534.13k | 0.0099% $ 101.8k | |
| Chief Technology Officer | no data | no data | no data | |
| Chief Legal Officer & Corporate Secretary | 3.8yrs | no data | no data | |
| Senior Director of Corporate Communications | no data | no data | no data | |
| Vice President of Sales Operations & Information Technologies | 15.2yrs | no data | no data | |
| Chief Product & Marketing Officer | 4.8yrs | US$548.33k | 0.0079% $ 81.5k | |
| Chief Corporate Development Officer | 1.4yrs | no data | 0.0079% $ 81.5k | |
| Chief People Officer | 5.9yrs | no data | 0.0099% $ 101.8k |
4.2yrs
Average Tenure
52.5yo
Average Age
Experienced Management: GILT's management team is considered experienced (4.2 years average tenure).
Board Members
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Director | 10.1yrs | no data | no data | |
| Independent Chairman | 13.5yrs | US$659.53k | no data | |
| Independent External Director | 9yrs | no data | no data | |
| Director | 3yrs | no data | no data | |
| Director | less than a year | no data | no data | |
| Director | 10.1yrs | no data | no data | |
| Independent External Director | 5.4yrs | no data | no data | |
| Independent External Director | less than a year | no data | no data |
7.2yrs
Average Tenure
56.5yo
Average Age
Experienced Board: GILT's board of directors are considered experienced (7.2 years average tenure).
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/18 03:57 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/18 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. is covered by 6 analysts. 4 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Vadim Merkulov | Freedom Broker |
| Ryan Koontz | Needham & Company |
| Andrew Uerkwitz | Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. |