Gilat Satellite Networks (GILT) Stock Price, News & Analysis

Company Overview

Gilat Satellite Networks is a leading provider of satellite-based broadband connectivity solutions, specializing in the design, development and deployment of ground segment equipment and network services. The company’s core offerings include Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) modems and hub systems, network management software, and end-to-end satellite communication platforms. These technologies enable broadband Internet access, enterprise networking, and cellular backhaul in regions where terrestrial infrastructure is limited or non-existent.

Founded in 1987 and headquartered in Petah Tikva, Israel, Gilat has established a track record of innovation in satellite communications. Over the years the company has introduced a range of product families—such as the SkyEdge II platform and the uVSAT family—that support multi-orbit and multi-frequency connectivity, adaptive bandwidth management, and dynamic resource allocation. Gilat’s solutions are used across diverse sectors including oil and gas exploration, maritime, aviation, defense, government and humanitarian organizations that require reliable, high-throughput links.

Gilat serves a global customer base spanning the Americas, Europe, Africa and the Asia-Pacific region. The company supports both fixed and mobility applications, partnering with satellite operators, service providers and system integrators to deliver turnkey network deployments. Gilat’s geographical reach and multilingual support structure allow it to address remote connectivity challenges in developing markets as well as demanding enterprise and government environments.

As of mid-2024, Gilat Satellite Networks is led by President and Chief Executive Officer Erez Antebi, who oversees a management team focused on advancing next-generation satellite networking technologies. Under his leadership, the company continues to invest in software-defined networking, higher throughput terminals and emerging low-earth-orbit (LEO) capabilities, aiming to support evolving customer needs in a rapidly changing satellite ecosystem.

Key Stats

• Today's Range: $11.88 to $12.45
• 50-Day Range: $7.35 to $12.02
• 52-Week Range: $4.82 to $12.45
• Volume: 1.30 million shs
• Average Volume: 911,941 shs
• Market Capitalization: $687.69 million
• P/E Ratio: 30.82
• Dividend Yield: N/A
• Price Target: $11.00
• Consensus Rating: Buy

Gilat Satellite Networks Stock Analysis - MarketRank™

Gilat Satellite Networks scored higher than 53% of companies evaluated by MarketBeat, and ranked 400th out of 654 stocks in the computer and technology sector. Scores are calculated by averaging available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

Analyst's Opinion

• Score: 2.1 / 5
• Analyst Rating: Buy

Consensus Rating

Gilat Satellite Networks has received a consensus rating of Buy. The company's average rating score is 3.33, and is based on 2 buy ratings, no hold ratings, and no sell ratings.

Downside Risk

Gilat Satellite Networks has a consensus price target of $11.00, representing about 8.5% downside from its current price of $12.02.

Amount of Analyst Coverage

Gilat Satellite Networks has only been the subject of 2 research reports in the past 90 days.

Earnings and Valuation

• Score: 3.1 / 5
• Proj. Earnings Growth: 52.00%

Earnings Growth

Earnings for Gilat Satellite Networks are expected to grow by 52.00% in the coming year, from $0.50 to $0.76 per share.

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the Market

The P/E ratio of Gilat Satellite Networks is 30.82, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 281.23.

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. Sector

The P/E ratio of Gilat Satellite Networks is 30.82, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the Computer and Technology sector average P/E ratio of about 452.75.

Price to Book Value per Share Ratio

Gilat Satellite Networks has a P/B Ratio of 2.25. P/B Ratios below 3 indicates that a company is reasonably valued with respect to its assets and liabilities.

Short Interest

• Score: 3.0 / 5
• Short Interest Level: Healthy

Percentage of Shares Shorted

2.00% of the float of Gilat Satellite Networks has been sold short.

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

Gilat Satellite Networks has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 1.8, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in Gilat Satellite Networks has recently increased by 20.78%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing significantly.

Dividend

• Score: 0.8 / 5
• Dividend Strength: Weak

Dividend Yield

Gilat Satellite Networks does not currently pay a dividend.

Dividend Growth

Gilat Satellite Networks does not have a long track record of dividend growth.

Dividend Coverage

The dividend payout ratio of Gilat Satellite Networks is 120.51%. Payout ratios above 75% are not desirable because they may not be sustainable.

Dividend Sustainability

Based on earnings estimates, Gilat Satellite Networks will have a dividend payout ratio of 61.84% next year. This indicates that Gilat Satellite Networks will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.

Sustainability and ESG

• Score: N/A
• Environmental Score: N/A

Percentage of Shares Shorted

2.00% of the float of Gilat Satellite Networks has been sold short.

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

Gilat Satellite Networks has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 1.8, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in Gilat Satellite Networks has recently increased by 20.78%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing significantly.

News and Social Media

• Score: 3.2 / 5
• News Sentiment: 0.68

News Sentiment

Gilat Satellite Networks has a news sentiment score of 0.68. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This is a lower news sentiment than the 0.80 average news sentiment score of Computer and Technology companies.

News Coverage This Week

MarketBeat has tracked 6 news articles for Gilat Satellite Networks this week, compared to 5 articles on an average week.

Search Interest

15 people have searched for GILT on MarketBeat in the last 30 days. This is an increase of 400% compared to the previous 30 days.

MarketBeat Follows

18 people have added Gilat Satellite Networks to their MarketBeat watchlist in the last 30 days. This is an increase of 350% compared to the previous 30 days.

Company Ownership

• Score: 0.0 / 5
• Insider Trading: N/A

Insider Buying vs. Insider Selling

In the past three months, Gilat Satellite Networks insiders have not sold or bought any company stock.

Percentage Held by Insiders

Only 1.13% of the stock of Gilat Satellite Networks is held by insiders.

Percentage Held by Institutions

Only 35.72% of the stock of Gilat Satellite Networks is held by institutions.

GILT Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

How have GILT shares performed this year?

Gilat Satellite Networks' stock was trading at $6.15 at the beginning of the year. Since then, GILT stock has increased by 95.4% and is now trading at $12.02.

How were Gilat Satellite Networks' earnings last quarter?

Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ:GILT) posted its earnings results on Wednesday, August, 6th. The communications equipment provider reported $0.21 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $0.04 by $0.17. The communications equipment provider had revenue of $105 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $100.99 million. Gilat Satellite Networks had a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 10.05% and a net margin of 6.41%.
Read the conference call transcript.

Does Gilat Satellite Networks have any subsidiaries?

The following companies are subsidiaries of Gilat Satellite Networks: Wavestream, RaySat, rStar, Gilat Colombia S.A.S E.S.P, Gilat do Brazil Ltda., Gilat Networks Peru S.A, Gilat Satellite Communication Technology (Beijing) Ltd., and more.

Who are Gilat Satellite Networks' major shareholders?

Gilat Satellite Networks' top institutional shareholders include First Wilshire Securities Management Inc. (2.57%), CSM Advisors LLC (1.53%), LBP AM SA (0.99%) and Marshall Wace LLP (0.90%).

How do I buy shares of Gilat Satellite Networks?

Shares of GILT stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.

What other stocks do shareholders of Gilat Satellite Networks own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some other companies that Gilat Satellite Networks investors own include Enovix (ENVX), NVIDIA (NVDA), Ginkgo Bioworks (DNA), Toast (TOST) and Luminar Technologies (LAZR).

Company Calendar

• Last Earnings: 8/06/2025
• Today: 9/24/2025
• Next Earnings (Estimated): 11/12/2025
• Fiscal Year End: 12/31/2025

Industry, Sector and Symbol

• Stock Exchange: NASDAQ
• Sector: Computer and Technology
• Industry: Satellite Communication
• Sub-Industry: Electronic Equipment
• Current Symbol: NASDAQ:GILT
• CIK: 897322
• Web: www.gilat.com
• Phone: (723) 925-2000
• Fax: 972-3925-2945
• Employees: 1,118
• Year Founded: 1987

Price Target and Rating

• Average Price Target for Gilat Satellite Networks: $11.00
• High Price Target: $11.00
• Low Price Target: $11.00
• Potential Upside/Downside: -8.5%
• Consensus Rating: Buy
• Rating Score (0-4): 3.33
• Research Coverage: 3 Analysts

Profitability

• EPS (Trailing Twelve Months): $0.39
• Trailing P/E Ratio: 30.82
• Forward P/E Ratio: 24.04
• P/E Growth: N/A
• Net Income: $24.85 million
• Net Margins: 6.41%
• Pretax Margin: 6.00%
• Return on Equity: 10.05%
• Return on Assets: 6.02%

Debt

• Debt-to-Equity Ratio: 0.18
• Current Ratio: 1.50
• Quick Ratio: 1.17

Sales & Book Value

• Annual Sales: $349.75 million
• Price / Sales: 1.97
• Cash Flow: $0.74 per share
• Price / Cash Flow: 16.16
• Book Value: $5.34 per share
• Price / Book: 2.25

Miscellaneous

• Outstanding Shares: 57,212,000
• Free Float: 56,566,000
• Market Cap: $687.69 million
• Optionable: Optionable
• Beta: 0.51