EchoStar Stock Surges 45%, With A 7-Day Winning Spree
EchoStar (SATS) stock hit day 7 of a continuous streak of days with gains, with cumulative gains over this period amounting to a 45% return. The company has gained about $6.8 Bil in value over the last 7 days, with its current market capitalization at about $22 Bil. The stock remains 368.9% above its value at the end of 2024. This compares with year-to-date returns of 16.1% for the S&P 500.
EchoStar’s recent streak stems from its evolving role as a public proxy for SpaceX’s soaring valuation, fueled by 2026 IPO whispers. A Morgan Stanley upgrade, citing robust demand for EchoStar’s strategic spectrum assets, further galvanized investors, valuing its SpaceX equity at roughly $40 per share.
What is the point? Momentum often precedes conviction. A multi-day win streak can signal growing investor confidence or spark follow-on buying. Tracking such trends can help you ride the strength, or prepare for a well-timed entry if momentum fades. Our take: There is a lot to fear in SATS stock given its overall Very Weak operating performance and financial condition. Hence, despite its Low valuation, we think that the stock is Unattractive (see Buy or Sell SATS).
For quick background, SATS provides global networking technologies and services, including broadband, managed services, satellite communications, and hardware solutions for government and enterprise customers.
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Comparing SATS Stock Returns With The S&P 500
The following table summarizes the return for SATS stock vs. the S&P 500 index over different periods, including the current streak:
| Return Period | SATS | S&P 500 |
|---|---|---|
| 1D | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 7D (Current Streak) | 45.0% | -0.3% |
| 1M (21D) | 54.2% | -0.3% |
| 3M (63D) | 49.2% | 3.2% |
| YTD 2025 | 368.9% | 16.1% |
| 2024 | 38.2% | 23.3% |
| 2023 | -0.7% | 24.2% |
| 2022 | -36.7% | -19.4% |
However, big gains can follow sharp reversals – but how has SATS behaved after prior drops? See SATS Dip Buyer Analysis to learn more.
Gains and Losses Streaks: S&P 500 Constituents
There are currently 115 S&P constituents with 3 days or more of consecutive gains and 14 constituents with 3 days or more of consecutive losses.
| Consecutive Days | # of Gainers | # of Losers |
|---|---|---|
| 3D | 67 | 5 |
| 4D | 33 | 4 |
| 5D | 4 | 5 |
| 6D | 4 | 0 |
| 7D or more | 7 | 0 |
| Total >=3 D | 115 | 14 |
Key Financials for EchoStar (SATS)
Last 2 Fiscal Years:
| Metric | FY2023 | FY2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Revenues | $17.0 Bil | $15.8 Bil |
| Operating Income | $483.2 Mil | $-304.1 Mil |
| Net Income | $-1.7 Bil | $-119.5 Mil |
Last 2 Fiscal Quarters:
| Metric | 2025 FQ2 | 2025 FQ3 |
|---|---|---|
| Revenues | $3.7 Bil | $3.6 Bil |
| Operating Income | $-213.4 Mil | $-160.4 Mil |
| Net Income | $-306.1 Mil | $-12.8 Bil |
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