Comtech Telecommunications (CMTL) Stock Price, News & Analysis

Company Overview

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a global provider of advanced technology solutions for satellite and terrestrial communications networks. Headquartered in Melville, New York, the company designs, develops and manufactures a broad array of hardware, software and services that enable reliable voice, data and video communications for commercial and government customers around the world. Comtech’s offerings support mission-critical applications in areas such as public safety, defense, telecommunications, broadcasting and enterprise networks.

The company’s core product portfolio includes high-speed satellite modems, satellite antennas and ground station equipment under its Comtech EF Data brand, along with network management systems and mobile radio communications solutions. Comtech also delivers encryption and cybersecurity products, cellular backhaul equipment, network analytics tools and managed services. These technologies are engineered to optimize network performance, ensure secure information exchange and maintain connectivity in challenging environments.

Founded in 1967 by Frank and Goldie Selwyn, Comtech has grown through a combination of organic development and strategic acquisitions. Over the decades, the company has earned certifications and approvals from major agencies, including NASA, the Federal Aviation Administration and international regulatory bodies. Fred Kornberg has served as President and Chief Executive Officer since 2000, guiding Comtech’s expansion into new markets and reinforcing its commitment to research and development.

Comtech serves a diverse customer base across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia-Pacific and Latin America. Its solutions support governmental agencies—such as defense and space exploration entities—as well as leading wireless carriers, broadcasters and enterprise clients. Through ongoing innovation and global reach, Comtech Telecommunications continues to address evolving communications challenges in both commercial and mission-critical sectors.

Key Stats

• Today's Range: $2.76 to $2.90
• 50-Day Range: $1.41 to $2.88
• 52-Week Range: $1.19 to $5.16
• Volume: 139,608 shs
• Average Volume: 406,091 shs
• Market Capitalization: $84.67 million
• P/E Ratio: N/A
• Dividend Yield: N/A
• Price Target: $6.00
• Consensus Rating: Buy

Comtech Telecommunications Stock Analysis - MarketRank™

Comtech Telecommunications scored higher than 76% of companies evaluated by MarketBeat, and ranked 220th out of 657 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: 3.5 / 5
• Analyst Rating: Buy

Consensus Rating

Comtech Telecommunications has received a consensus rating of Buy. The company's average rating score is 3.00, and is based on 1 buy rating, no hold ratings, and no sell ratings.

Amount of Analyst Coverage

Comtech Telecommunications has only been the subject of 1 research reports in the past 90 days.

Earnings and Valuation

• Score: 1.3 / 5
• Proj. Earnings Growth: Growing

Earnings Growth

Earnings for Comtech Telecommunications are expected to grow in the coming year, from ($2.38) to ($1.11) per share.

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the Market

The P/E ratio of Comtech Telecommunications is -0.29, which means that its earnings are negative and its P/E ratio cannot be compared to companies with positive earnings.

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. Sector

The P/E ratio of Comtech Telecommunications is -0.29, which means that its earnings are negative and its P/E ratio cannot be compared to companies with positive earnings.

Price to Book Value per Share Ratio

Comtech Telecommunications has a P/B Ratio of 0.27. P/B Ratios below 1 indicate that a company could be undervalued with respect to its assets and liabilities.

Short Interest

• Score: 2.0 / 5
• Short Interest Level: Bearish

Percentage of Shares Shorted

4.52% of the float of Comtech Telecommunications has been sold short.

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

Comtech Telecommunications has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 4.9.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in Comtech Telecommunications has recently increased by 11.11%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing significantly.

Dividend

• Score: 0.0 / 5
• Dividend Strength: N/A

Dividend Yield

Comtech Telecommunications does not currently pay a dividend.

Dividend Growth

Comtech Telecommunications does not have a long track record of dividend growth.

Sustainability and ESG

• Score: 3.4 / 5
• Environmental Score: -1.77

Percentage of Shares Shorted

4.52% of the float of Comtech Telecommunications has been sold short.

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

Comtech Telecommunications has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 4.9.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in Comtech Telecommunications has recently increased by 11.11%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing significantly.

News and Social Media

• Score: 1.7 / 5
• News Sentiment: 0.02

News Sentiment

Comtech Telecommunications has a news sentiment score of 0.02. 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 0.66 average news sentiment score of Computer and Technology companies.

News Coverage This Week

MarketBeat has tracked 2 news articles for Comtech Telecommunications this week, compared to 2 articles on an average week.

Search Interest

Only 4 people have searched for CMTL on MarketBeat in the last 30 days. This is a decrease of -56% compared to the previous 30 days.

MarketBeat Follows

7 people have added Comtech Telecommunications to their MarketBeat watchlist in the last 30 days.

Company Ownership

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

Insider Buying vs. Insider Selling

In the past three months, Comtech Telecommunications insiders have not sold or bought any company stock.

Percentage Held by Insiders

Only 2.10% of the stock of Comtech Telecommunications is held by insiders.

CMTL Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

How have CMTL shares performed this year?

Comtech Telecommunications' stock was trading at $4.01 on January 1st, 2025. Since then, CMTL stock has decreased by 28.2% and is now trading at $2.88.

How were Comtech Telecommunications' earnings last quarter?

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ:CMTL) posted its quarterly earnings results on Monday, June, 9th. The communications equipment provider reported ($0.22) earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of ($0.30) by $0.08. The communications equipment provider earned $126.79 million during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $124.12 million. Comtech Telecommunications had a negative net margin of 51.28% and a negative trailing twelve-month return on equity of 15.38%.
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Does Comtech Telecommunications have any subsidiaries?

Comtech Telecommunications subsidiaries include UHP Networks Inc., NG-911 Inc., Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd., CGC Technology Limited, GD NG-911, Solacom Technologies Inc., TeleCommunication Systems Inc., and others.

How do I buy shares of Comtech Telecommunications?

Shares of CMTL 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 Comtech Telecommunications own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some other companies that Comtech Telecommunications investors own include Marinus Pharmaceuticals (MRNS), Plug Power (PLUG), American Water Works (AWK), FuelCell Energy (FCEL), Waste Connections (WCN), Humana (HUM) and DiamondRock Hospitality (DRH).

Company Calendar

• Last Earnings: 6/09/2025
• Today: 7/10/2025
• Fiscal Year End: 7/31/2025

Industry, Sector and Symbol

• Stock Exchange: NASDAQ
• Sector: Computer and Technology
• Industry: Wireless Equipment
• Sub-Industry: Communications Equipment
• Current Symbol: NASDAQ:CMTL
• CIK: 23197
• Web: www.comtechtel.com
• Phone: (631) 962-7000
• Fax: 631-962-7001
• Employees: 1,676
• Year Founded: 1967

Price Target and Rating

• Average Price Target for Comtech Telecommunications: $6.00
• High Price Target: $6.00
• Low Price Target: $6.00
• Potential Upside/Downside: +113.4%
• Consensus Rating: Buy
• Rating Score (0-4): 3.00
• Research Coverage: 1 Analysts

Profitability

• EPS (Trailing Twelve Months): ($10.02)
• Trailing P/E Ratio: N/A
• Forward P/E Ratio: N/A
• P/E Growth: N/A
• Net Income: -$99.99 million
• Net Margins: -51.28%
• Pretax Margin: -51.59%
• Return on Equity: -15.38%
• Return on Assets: -3.34%

Debt

• Debt-to-Equity Ratio: N/A
• Current Ratio: 0.74
• Quick Ratio: 0.53

Sales & Book Value

• Annual Sales: $540.40 million
• Price / Sales: 0.15
• Cash Flow: $3.06 per share
• Price / Cash Flow: 0.92
• Book Value: $10.75 per share
• Price / Book: 0.26

Miscellaneous

• Outstanding Shares: 29,400,000
• Free Float: 28,778,000
• Market Cap: $82.64 million
• Optionable: Optionable
• Beta: 1.24