Gogo Management
Management criteria checks 3/4
Gogo's CEO is Chris Moore, appointed in Dec 2024, has a tenure of 1.42 years. total yearly compensation is $9.04M, comprised of 9.4% salary and 90.6% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 0.19% of the company’s shares, worth $1.11M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 3.5 years and 9.8 years respectively.
Key information
Chris Moore
Chief executive officer
US$9.0m
Total compensation
| CEO salary percentage | 9.40% |
| CEO tenure | 1.4yrs |
| CEO ownership | 0.2% |
| Management average tenure | 3.5yrs |
| Board average tenure | 9.8yrs |
Recent management updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • May 05
GOGO: Declining Leverage And Capital Returns Will Drive Future Repricing Potential
Analysts have trimmed their expectations for Gogo, with a key price target cut to $7 from $11. Softer 2026 guidance tied to legacy revenue pressure partially offsets better Q4 results, even as some expect lower leverage to create room for potential capital returns and open market debt repurchases.Analysis Article • Apr 21
Is It Too Late To Consider Buying Gogo Inc. (NASDAQ:GOGO)?
Gogo Inc. ( NASDAQ:GOGO ), is not the largest company out there, but it received a lot of attention from a substantial...Narrative Update • Apr 20
GOGO: Declining Leverage And Capital Returns Will Support Future Repricing Potential
Analysts now place Gogo's fair value at $10.50, up from $9.33, citing updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, margins, and future P/E, as well as recent Street research that factors in softer 2026 guidance, legacy revenue pressure, and expectations for balance sheet repair through potential capital returns and debt repurchases. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research has taken a more cautious stance on Gogo, with JPMorgan lowering its price target to $7 from $11 and maintaining a Neutral rating.Seeking Alpha • Apr 11
Gogo: Incoming Growth Catalysts From MilGov And Galileo Adoption (Rating Upgrade)
Summary Now that GOGO has finally launched its 5G platform and LEO services. More revenue growth is to be expected, as this will increase broadband penetration to Business aviation and the military. The firm continues to have high debt levels, which results in poor bottom-line performance, but management has stated it will focus on deleveraging the balance sheet. With fundamentals likely to increase in the coming quarters, the market presents us with the opportunity to purchase this stock at the EBITDA multiple of 7.11 vs. the sector multiple of 10.19. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • Apr 05
GOGO: Declining Leverage And Capital Returns Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have reduced Gogo's price target by $4 to $7, citing softer 2026 guidance related to pressure on legacy revenue. They also highlighted potential benefits from lower leverage and future capital returns to shareholders.Narrative Update • Mar 22
GOGO: Declining Leverage And Capital Returns Will Drive Future Upside
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Gogo from about $10.67 to roughly $9.33, reflecting softer long term revenue growth and margin assumptions alongside lower Street targets, such as the recent cut to $7. At the same time, the new target still factors in expectations for capital returns supported by declining leverage.
Narrative Update • Mar 08
GOGO: Future 5G Network Rollout Will Support Constructive Upside Potential
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Gogo by $7, reflecting updated views on the company’s revenue growth outlook, slightly adjusted profit margin assumptions, a modest change in discount rate, and a revised future P/E expectation. Analyst Commentary Even with the trimmed price target, bullish analysts still see reasons to stay constructive on Gogo.
Narrative Update • Feb 22
GOGO: Future Cash Flows Will Be Driven By 5G Network And Defense Certification
Analysts have reduced their price target on Gogo from $11.00 to $8.00, citing updated assumptions around fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E, consistent with recent Street research indicating a lower target. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Gogo points to a more cautious tone, with one major firm cutting its price target by $7 and other bearish analysts revisiting their assumptions on valuation, growth, and execution risk.Narrative Update • Feb 07
GOGO: 5G Rollout And Government Contracts Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Gogo from about US$13.00 to roughly US$10.67, reflecting updated views on fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E after recent research, including the latest cut highlighted by Morgan Stanley. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts view the reset in the price target to about US$10.67 as aligning expectations more closely with their updated assumptions on revenue and margins, which they see as helpful for reducing the risk of overpaying on P/E.Narrative Update • Jan 24
GOGO: Future 5G Air To Ground Rollout Will Drive Upside Potential
Analysts have reduced their price target on Gogo from US$16.50 to US$13.00, reflecting updated assumptions regarding growth, margins, discount rate and future P/E following recent research commentary. Analyst Commentary Recent research commentary on Gogo points to a more cautious stance on valuation, with the price target cited at US$13.00.Narrative Update • Jan 10
GOGO: 5G Network Rollout Will Drive Undervalued Upside Into 2025
Analysts have trimmed their price target for Gogo from US$14.00 to US$13.00, citing slightly lower fair value assumptions tied to modest adjustments in expected profit margins and future P/E multiples. What's in the News Gogo completed flight testing and validation of its 5G air to ground connectivity network for North American customers, reporting broadband speeds above 80Mbps download and 20Mbps upload during more than 30 hours of test flights across almost 20 routes (Key Developments).Analysis Article • Dec 31
Slammed 31% Gogo Inc. (NASDAQ:GOGO) Screens Well Here But There Might Be A Catch
To the annoyance of some shareholders, Gogo Inc. ( NASDAQ:GOGO ) shares are down a considerable 31% in the last month...Narrative Update • Dec 26
GOGO: Future Cash Flows Will Be Driven By Emerging 5G Network Rollout
Analysts have modestly revised their price target on Gogo to 11.00 dollars, reflecting slightly stronger expectations for revenue growth and profit margins while keeping the overall valuation framework largely unchanged. What's in the News In a Delaware federal trial, a jury found that Gogo willfully infringed four SmartSky Networks patents related to high speed inflight air to ground internet and awarded about 22.7 million dollars in past damages, with SmartSky seeking enhanced and running royalties on patents lasting into the mid 2030s (court case).Narrative Update • Dec 12
GOGO: Future Cash Flows Will Be Driven By Expanding High-Speed Connectivity Network
Analysts have nudged their price target on Gogo to 11.00 dollars from 11.00 dollars, effectively reaffirming their prior valuation as they balance sharply slower revenue growth expectations with slightly higher projected profit margins and a modestly lower future earnings multiple. What's in the News A jury in Delaware found Gogo willfully infringed four SmartSky Networks patents covering high-speed inflight ATG connectivity, awarding approximately 22.7 million dollars in past damages.Narrative Update • Nov 28
GOGO: Next-Generation 5G Launch Will Drive Demand Into 2025
Analysts have maintained their price target for Gogo at $14.00 per share. This reflects ongoing confidence in the company's valuation despite slight changes in underlying growth and margin projections.Analysis Article • Nov 14
It's Down 25% But Gogo Inc. (NASDAQ:GOGO) Could Be Riskier Than It Looks
To the annoyance of some shareholders, Gogo Inc. ( NASDAQ:GOGO ) shares are down a considerable 25% in the last month...Narrative Update • Nov 14
GOGO: Next-Generation Network Rollout Will Drive Earnings Momentum Into 2025
Narrative Update on Gogo: Analyst Price Target Revised Analysts have lowered their fair value estimate for Gogo from $15.50 to $14.00 per share. This change reflects more conservative projections for revenue growth and a higher discount rate, even as profit margin and future price-to-earnings expectations have improved.Analysis Article • Aug 24
Gogo Inc. (NASDAQ:GOGO) Stocks Pounded By 27% But Not Lagging Industry On Growth Or Pricing
The Gogo Inc. ( NASDAQ:GOGO ) share price has softened a substantial 27% over the previous 30 days, handing back much...Analysis Article • Aug 15
We Think You Can Look Beyond Gogo's (NASDAQ:GOGO) Lackluster Earnings
NasdaqGS:GOGO 1 Year Share Price vs Fair Value Explore Gogo's Fair Values from the Community and select yours The most...Narrative Update • Aug 08
5G And Galileo Investments Will Transform Global Aviation Connectivity
Analysts have raised their price target for Gogo from $13.75 to $15.75 on increased confidence stemming from successful 5G technological milestones, which reduce rollout risks and support a stronger long-term growth outlook. Analyst Commentary Successful completion of Gogo's first end-to-end 5G call using the GCT Semi chipset reduces perceived 5G rollout risks.Analysis Article • Jul 10
Gogo Inc. (NASDAQ:GOGO) Stocks Shoot Up 33% But Its P/S Still Looks Reasonable
Despite an already strong run, Gogo Inc. ( NASDAQ:GOGO ) shares have been powering on, with a gain of 33% in the last...Analysis Article • Jun 22
Here's Why Gogo (NASDAQ:GOGO) Has A Meaningful Debt Burden
Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...Analysis Article • May 26
Gogo Inc.'s (NASDAQ:GOGO) 42% Jump Shows Its Popularity With Investors
The Gogo Inc. ( NASDAQ:GOGO ) share price has done very well over the last month, posting an excellent gain of 42...Seeking Alpha • Mar 07
Gogo Q4 Earnings Preview: Markets Underreacting To Merger
Summary Gogo's Q4 and Full-Year 2024 earnings are likely to be strong, with favorable trends continuing in the market. The Satcom acquisition was a great play, adding immediately value and expanding Gogo's value proposition. With demographic trends continuing to favor Gogo's product, I maintain a strong buy rating on GOGO stock at a price target of $12.00, 80% upside. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Feb 26
Gogo Inc. (NASDAQ:GOGO) Investors Are Less Pessimistic Than Expected
There wouldn't be many who think Gogo Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:GOGO ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 17.4x is worth a...Analysis Article • Jan 14
These 4 Measures Indicate That Gogo (NASDAQ:GOGO) Is Using Debt Extensively
Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...Analysis Article • Nov 28
Should You Investigate Gogo Inc. (NASDAQ:GOGO) At US$8.14?
While Gogo Inc. ( NASDAQ:GOGO ) might not have the largest market cap around , it led the NASDAQGS gainers with a...Seeking Alpha • Nov 08
Gogo: Quite Undervalued Despite Gogo 5G Introduction
Summary Gogo Inc. is launching Gogo 5G in Q4 2024, which is expected to drive significant revenue and EPS growth in 2025 and 2026. Recent acquisitions and reduced debt levels may enhance future free cash flow and enable further inorganic growth opportunities. Strong partnerships with OEMs and distributors could facilitate expansion into new markets, boosting overall business growth. Despite potential risks, GOGO appears undervalued, with a share repurchase program likely to support future stock price increases. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Nov 06
Gogo Inc. (NASDAQ:GOGO) Stock Rockets 34% As Investors Are Less Pessimistic Than Expected
Gogo Inc. ( NASDAQ:GOGO ) shares have had a really impressive month, gaining 34% after a shaky period beforehand. Not...Analysis Article • Oct 04
These 4 Measures Indicate That Gogo (NASDAQ:GOGO) Is Using Debt Extensively
Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...
New Narrative • Sep 16
Next-Generation Galileo And 5G Transition To Power Long-Term Growth And Enhance In-Flight Connectivity
Gogo's shift towards next-generation products like Galileo HDX, FDX, and Gogo 5G emphasizes a strategic move to meet rising data demands in business aviation, aiming for revenue growth from both equiAnalysis Article • Aug 02
At US$8.66, Is It Time To Put Gogo Inc. (NASDAQ:GOGO) On Your Watch List?
While Gogo Inc. ( NASDAQ:GOGO ) might not have the largest market cap around , it saw significant share price movement...Analysis Article • Jul 12
Lacklustre Performance Is Driving Gogo Inc.'s (NASDAQ:GOGO) Low P/E
With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 7.3x Gogo Inc. ( NASDAQ:GOGO ) may be sending very bullish signals at the...Seeking Alpha • Jun 06
Gogo: A Fair Price Considering Its Risks
Summary Shares have been relatively flat this year as the business continues to show profitable growth. The rollout of its 5G product faces persistent delays, and remains the biggest risk for investors. Nevertheless, if its 5G product is launched according to plan by the end of this year, management’s forecasts for next year imply a double-digit FCF yield. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaCEO Compensation Analysis
| Date | Total Compensation | Salary | Company Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 31 2026 | n/a | n/a | US$14m |
| Dec 31 2025 | US$9m | US$850k | US$13m |
| Sep 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | -US$5m |
| Jun 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$7m |
| Mar 31 2025 | n/a | n/a | -US$5m |
| Dec 31 2024 | US$18m | US$65k | US$14m |
Compensation vs Market: Chris's total compensation ($USD9.04M) is above average for companies of similar size in the US market ($USD2.55M).
Compensation vs Earnings: Chris's compensation has been consistent with company performance over the past year.
CEO
Chris Moore (49 yo)
1.4yrs
Tenure
US$9,043,298
Compensation
Mr. Christopher J. Moore, also known as Chris, is Chief Executive Officer of Gogo Business Aviation LLC from 2025. He is CEO & Director of Gogo Inc. from December 4, 2024. He was at Satcom Direct, where he...
Leadership Team
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEO & Director | 1.4yrs | US$9.04m | 0.19% $ 1.1m | |
| Executive VP | 1.4yrs | US$3.91m | 0.025% $ 149.8k | |
| Executive VP | 3.5yrs | US$2.27m | 0.064% $ 380.7k | |
| Executive VP & GM of Satcom Direct Government | 1.4yrs | US$1.46m | 0.010% $ 61.5k | |
| VP, Controller & Chief Accounting Officer | 3.6yrs | no data | 0.022% $ 128.1k | |
| Vice President of Investor Relations | 8yrs | no data | no data | |
| Chief Strategy Officer | 5yrs | no data | no data | |
| Strategic Technology Advisor | no data | US$1.21m | no data |
3.5yrs
Average Tenure
48yo
Average Age
Experienced Management: GOGO's management team is considered experienced (3.5 years average tenure).
Board Members
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEO & Director | 1.4yrs | US$9.04m | 0.19% $ 1.1m | |
| Lead Independent Director | 9.8yrs | US$269.98k | 0.037% $ 220.0k | |
| Chair of the Board | 19.9yrs | US$4.90m | 1.16% $ 6.9m | |
| Independent Director | 9.8yrs | US$249.97k | 0.00085% $ 5.1k | |
| Independent Director | 5.2yrs | US$239.98k | no data | |
| Independent Director | 16.3yrs | US$239.98k | 3.34% $ 19.8m | |
| Independent Director | 16.2yrs | US$269.98k | 0.016% $ 92.4k | |
| Independent Director | 1.8yrs | US$239.98k | no data | |
| Director | less than a year | US$119.99k | no data |
9.8yrs
Average Tenure
61yo
Average Age
Experienced Board: GOGO's board of directors are considered experienced (9.8 years average tenure).
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/11 07:39 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/11 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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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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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
Gogo Inc. is covered by 11 analysts. 3 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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| Richard Ryan | Colliers Securities |
| Jonathan Schildkraut | Evercore ISI |
| Robert Gutman | Guggenheim Securities, LLC |