EchoStar.
global satellite services provider
- Reports this week
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- Active events
- 4
- Connections
- 56
What's happening
Active this week
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Deutsche Telekom and other telcos plan a joint bid for MSS spectrum as EchoStar's current licenses expire, prompting the European Commission to prepare reallocation.Some support1 report
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Brendan Carr has opened an investigation into EchoStar.Some support1 report
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EchoStar acquired Boost Mobile, which was founded by Adderton and Charlie Ergen was involved in its history. Separately, Ericsson and MediaTek partnered to demonstrate GNSS RTK.Some support2 reports
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EchoStar, Lockheed Martin, and Google made donations to Donald Trump's project.Some support2 reports
Earlier this month
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EchoStar and Trade Desk have been identified as companies operating in the communication services sector.Some support2 reports
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EchoStar has taken a stake in SpaceX, while robust labor market data continues to influence expectations regarding Federal Reserve interest rates.Some support4 reports2 developments inside
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SpaceX is expected to close the purchase of EchoStar spectrum and acquire Nvidia chips, with Apollo Global Management leading the deal.Some support1 report
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WMG is expanding its recorded music operations by integrating Parlophone, Atlantic, and Warner Records, while Morgan Stanley issues financial recommendations on EchoStar, SiTime, and WMG shares.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Hughes, a company within EchoStar, is providing the JUPITER gateway system for operations in Nigeria.Some support1 report
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EchoStar and TG-17, Inc. are both communication services companies, and Hughes is a segment of EchoStar Corporation.Well supported9 reports1 development inside
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EchoStar announced spectrum license sales to SpaceX and AT&T, while Dish retained financial and legal advisors.Well supported7 reports1 development inside
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AST SpaceMobile, Starlink, EchoStar, and SpaceX have formed partnerships to share market space and achieve market leadership in satellite services.Some support2 reports
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EchoStar and Baosheng Media Group Holdings Limited are both companies operating in the communication services sector.Some support1 report
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A new entity is launching mobile and direct-to-cell services in the U.S. market using purchased spectrum licenses from EchoStar.Some support25 reports1 development inside
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AT&T deployed spectrum acquired from EchoStar and chose Ericsson for 600 MHz dual-band radios as part of its service launch.Some support2 reports
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Amazon filed prospectus for Globalstar acquisition, while T-Mobile and Deutsche Telekom considered EchoStar's AWS-4, with SpaceX as a potential bidder.Some support1 report
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SpaceX acquired spectrum from EchoStar for future terrestrial targets.Some support2 reports
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SpaceX acquires spectrum to expand Starlink's network while EchoStar faces FCC pressure regarding 5G obligations.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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EchoStar CEO sold shares under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan.Some support3 reports
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A company utilizing Starlink technology is pursuing its IPO, successfully acquiring radio frequency licenses from EchoStar and reaching a market valuation surpassing Microsoft's.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Next-gen Starlink is set to utilize spectrum provided by EchoStar for system upgrades.Some support2 reports
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EchoStar provides services including Dish TV, and the company holds a stake in SpaceX shares, with its valuation tied to SpaceX's market performance.Some support2 reports
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MarketBeat identified EchoStar, Ceva, and KT Corporation as 5G stocks to watch.Well supported5 reports
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EchoStar named Hamid Akhavan as CEO and President, while Citibank initiated coverage and the company filed disclosures with the SEC.Some support1 report
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The spectrum deal between EchoStar and AT&T is impacting AT&T's financial leverage.Some support3 reports
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Cases have commenced in the Southern District of Texas involving Dish DBS and its affiliates.Some support1 report
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Competitive pressure is being exerted on the market due to Starlink and EchoStar's spectrum assets.Some support1 report
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Google agreed to pay SpaceX $920 million per month, and SpaceX also agreed to buy wireless spectrum from EchoStar.Some support1 report
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MarketBeat's screener listed EchoStar and KT Corporation as stocks to watch due to their relevance to 5G wireless technology growth.Some support1 report
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EchoStar and Ceva, Inc. are capitalizing on the expansion of 5G technology.Some support2 reports
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TD Cowen raised its target price and issued a buy rating for EchoStar.Some support1 report
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IPO speculation drove sharp run-up in EchoStar stock.Some support1 report
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Amazon operates through three segments including AWS. Amazon manufactures and sells electronic devices including Blink. EchoStar provides services under the DISH brand name.Some support2 reports
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MarketBeat identified SpaceX, EchoStar, Intel, and Rocket Lab as Value stocks on June 13, 2026.Some support1 report
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EchoStar has a commercial partnership with SpaceX, providing services to Boost Mobile customers.Some support2 reports
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The FCC approved spectrum assignments for EchoStar applications, which utilizes the HughesNet and Boost Mobile brands. TD Cowen also raised its price target on EchoStar shares.Well supported3 reports
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KT Corporation, EchoStar, and Mobix Labs are noted as 5G stocks to watch amid semiconductor supply growth.Some support1 report
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Market signals compare the current size and activity of companies operating in the space sector, including EchoStar, SpaceX, and Rocket Lab.Some support1 report
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EchoStar and Rocket Lab were identified by UFO data as top 10 contributing assets.Some support1 report
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Explainers that pass through EchoStar
EchoStar is a step on the way to someone elseAround EchoStar this week
News at the entities that move EchoStar most-
Federal Communications Commission StructuralSenator Kirsten Gillibrand sent a letter urging the Federal Communications Commission to withdraw its current rulemaking.Moves EchoStar
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SpaceX StructuralElon Musk plans to give away SpaceX shares and responded to Anthropic's fund post, highlighting the companies' involvement in AI.Moves EchoStar
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Boost Mobile StructuralPeter Adderton established Boost Mobile operations in Orange County, California, while navigating events in New York City.Moves EchoStar
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European Commission StructuralThe European Commission granted approval for a takeover bid involving Deutsche Bank and Ferrovial in Alberta.Moves EchoStar
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SEC StructuralTrust Co of Tennessee filed a document with the SEC on October 18, 2026.Moves EchoStar
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Brendan Carr OperationalBrendan Carr serves as an operative for Trump at the FCC.Moves EchoStar
Connections
The 38 strongest of 56, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
SpaceX Structural
EchoStar holds a financial stake in SpaceX and serves as a critical supplier of wireless spectrum licenses for SpaceX operations.
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AT&T Structural
AT&T integrated EchoStar's $23 billion spectrum licenses into its ongoing operational assets.
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Hughes Structural
Hughes operates as a segment or business unit under the corporate umbrella of EchoStar Corporation.
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Dish Structural
Dish operates as a subsidiary unit under the ownership and service provision of EchoStar.
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Charlie Ergen Structural
Charlie Ergen serves as the founder and Chairman of EchoStar.
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Boost Mobile Structural
EchoStar owns Boost Mobile and provides the core infrastructure necessary for Boost Mobile to deliver its services.
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Starlink Structural
Starlink relies on EchoStar for purchased spectrum licenses, while Starlink also provides connectivity services to EchoStar subscribers.
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Federal Communications Commission Structural
The Federal Communications Commission regulates EchoStar, dictating spectrum assignments and compliance obligations.
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Aireon Transactional
The evidence suggests EchoStar was involved in a planned acquisition of Aireon.
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Hamid Akhavan Structural
Hamid Akhavan served as CEO and President of EchoStar, establishing a formal leadership dependence.
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Dish TV Structural
EchoStar functions as the service provider or parent platform for offerings including Dish TV.
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European Commission Structural
EchoStar's operational licenses are subject to formal regulation by the European Commission.
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SEC Structural
EchoStar operates under the formal regulatory oversight of the SEC, requiring specific filings and disclosures.
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KT Corporation Operational
Both companies are identified as competitors operating within the 5G telecommunications market.
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Motorola Solutions Operational
The two companies are engaged in competitive activity within the broader communications market.
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Boost Transactional
EchoStar set aside funds to cover financial obligations owed to Boost.
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Apple Inc. Operational
The relationship is characterized by potential competitive pressure observed through market valuation trends.
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Morgan Stanley Mentioned together
Morgan Stanley provides investment research and coverage on EchoStar.
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Brendan Carr Operational
Brendan Carr opened an investigation into EchoStar.
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Ericsson Operational
The two companies are currently engaged in competition within the satellite and telecom infrastructure markets.
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Rocket Lab Operational
Rocket Lab and EchoStar are engaged in market share competition within the satellite sector.
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Deutsche Telekom Transactional
Deutsche Telekom was evaluating EchoStar's AWS-4 product offering.
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MarketBeat Mentioned together
MarketBeat tracks and classifies EchoStar within its financial screener as a value and 5G stock.
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UBS Mentioned together
UBS resumed financial coverage of EchoStar with a Buy rating.
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TD Cowen Mentioned together
TD Cowen published analyst reports that raised its price target and gave a buy rating for EchoStar shares.
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Ceva, Inc. Mentioned together
Both companies are grouped as stocks benefiting from 5G infrastructure growth and technology expansion.
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T-Mobile Operational
T-Mobile is actively competing with EchoStar in the market, specifically regarding AWS-4 services.
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Mobix Labs Mentioned together
Both companies are examples of semiconductor firms that supply 5G infrastructure.
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Deutsche Bank Operational
Deutsche Bank analysts are providing buy ratings for EchoStar, indicating market evaluation and market influence.
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Citibank Mentioned together
Citibank analysts have initiated coverage on EchoStar.
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Verizon Operational
EchoStar's CBRS holdings are noted to align with Verizon's spectrum usage.
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Reuters Mentioned together
Reuters reported on the bankruptcy filing of EchoStar.
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Donald Trump Transactional
EchoStar's owner donated to Donald Trump, and the relationship is contextualized by Trump-era tariff policies.
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Raymond James Financial Mentioned together
Raymond James Financial provided a rating update on EchoStar.
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Verizon Shared context
Both companies operate within the same telecommunications market context, evidenced by involvement in major broadband deals.
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end Transactional
The relationship was observed during a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing.
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iridium Mentioned together
EchoStar and Iridium are co-mentioned in discussions regarding sentiment across the communications industry.
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Nasdaq Shared context
EchoStar is listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
5 events- Deutsche Telekom and other telcos plan a joint bid for MSS spectrum as EchoStar's current licenses expire, prompting the European Commission to prepare reallocation.
- Brendan Carr has opened an investigation into EchoStar.
- EchoStar, Lockheed Martin, and Google made donations to Donald Trump's project.
- EchoStar and Trade Desk have been identified as companies operating in the communication services sector.
- SpaceX is expected to close the purchase of EchoStar spectrum and acquire Nvidia chips, with Apollo Global Management leading the deal.
September 2026
3 events- WMG is expanding its recorded music operations by integrating Parlophone, Atlantic, and Warner Records, while Morgan Stanley issues financial recommendations on EchoStar, SiTime, and WMG shares.
- Hughes, a company within EchoStar, is providing the JUPITER gateway system for operations in Nigeria.
- AST SpaceMobile, Starlink, EchoStar, and SpaceX have formed partnerships to share market space and achieve market leadership in satellite services.
August 2026
6 events- EchoStar acquired Boost Mobile, which was founded by Adderton and Charlie Ergen was involved in its history. Separately, Ericsson and MediaTek partnered to demonstrate GNSS RTK.
- EchoStar and Baosheng Media Group Holdings Limited are both companies operating in the communication services sector.
- AT&T deployed spectrum acquired from EchoStar and chose Ericsson for 600 MHz dual-band radios as part of its service launch.
- Amazon filed prospectus for Globalstar acquisition, while T-Mobile and Deutsche Telekom considered EchoStar's AWS-4, with SpaceX as a potential bidder.
- SpaceX acquired spectrum from EchoStar for future terrestrial targets.
- Next-gen Starlink is set to utilize spectrum provided by EchoStar for system upgrades.
Show 2 earlier months
July 2026
4 events- EchoStar and TG-17, Inc. are both communication services companies, and Hughes is a segment of EchoStar Corporation.
- EchoStar announced spectrum license sales to SpaceX and AT&T, while Dish retained financial and legal advisors.
- EchoStar named Hamid Akhavan as CEO and President, while Citibank initiated coverage and the company filed disclosures with the SEC.
- The spectrum deal between EchoStar and AT&T is impacting AT&T's financial leverage.
June 2026
21 events- EchoStar has taken a stake in SpaceX, while robust labor market data continues to influence expectations regarding Federal Reserve interest rates.
- A new entity is launching mobile and direct-to-cell services in the U.S. market using purchased spectrum licenses from EchoStar.
- SpaceX acquires spectrum to expand Starlink's network while EchoStar faces FCC pressure regarding 5G obligations.
- EchoStar CEO sold shares under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan.
- A company utilizing Starlink technology is pursuing its IPO, successfully acquiring radio frequency licenses from EchoStar and reaching a market valuation surpassing Microsoft's.
- EchoStar provides services including Dish TV, and the company holds a stake in SpaceX shares, with its valuation tied to SpaceX's market performance.
- MarketBeat identified EchoStar, Ceva, and KT Corporation as 5G stocks to watch.
- Cases have commenced in the Southern District of Texas involving Dish DBS and its affiliates.
- Competitive pressure is being exerted on the market due to Starlink and EchoStar's spectrum assets.
- Google agreed to pay SpaceX $920 million per month, and SpaceX also agreed to buy wireless spectrum from EchoStar.
- MarketBeat's screener listed EchoStar and KT Corporation as stocks to watch due to their relevance to 5G wireless technology growth.
- EchoStar and Ceva, Inc. are capitalizing on the expansion of 5G technology.
- TD Cowen raised its target price and issued a buy rating for EchoStar.
- IPO speculation drove sharp run-up in EchoStar stock.
- Amazon operates through three segments including AWS. Amazon manufactures and sells electronic devices including Blink. EchoStar provides services under the DISH brand name.
- MarketBeat identified SpaceX, EchoStar, Intel, and Rocket Lab as Value stocks on June 13, 2026.
- EchoStar has a commercial partnership with SpaceX, providing services to Boost Mobile customers.
- The FCC approved spectrum assignments for EchoStar applications, which utilizes the HughesNet and Boost Mobile brands. TD Cowen also raised its price target on EchoStar shares.
- KT Corporation, EchoStar, and Mobix Labs are noted as 5G stocks to watch amid semiconductor supply growth.
- Market signals compare the current size and activity of companies operating in the space sector, including EchoStar, SpaceX, and Rocket Lab.
- EchoStar and Rocket Lab were identified by UFO data as top 10 contributing assets.