AST SpaceMobile (ASTS) has received a new Hold rating, initiated by William Blair analyst, Louie DiPalma.
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Louie DiPalma has given his Hold rating due to a combination of factors surrounding AST SpaceMobile’s current market position and future prospects. The company is pioneering a unique satellite network aimed at providing broadband internet to areas lacking cellular coverage, which presents a significant growth opportunity. However, despite the potential, there are substantial risks involved.
The valuation of AST SpaceMobile is notably high, trading at 31 times the projected 2030 revenue, which suggests that the stock may not offer significant upside potential in the near term. Additionally, intense competition from established players like SpaceX and potential delays in satellite launches add uncertainty to the company’s growth trajectory. These factors contribute to the decision to rate the stock as Market Perform, indicating that it is expected to perform in line with the broader market.
In another report released on August 13, Scotiabank also maintained a Hold rating on the stock with a $42.90 price target.
Based on the recent corporate insider activity of 52 insiders, corporate insider sentiment is negative on the stock. This means that over the past quarter there has been an increase of insiders selling their shares of ASTS in relation to earlier this year.