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Viasat Inc provides bandwidth technologies and services in three segments: satellite services: which provides satellite-based high-speed broadband services to consumers, enterprises, and commercial airlines; commercial networks: which develops end-to-end communication and connectivity systems; and government systems: which produces network-centric Internet Protocol-based secure government communication systems. A large majority of the firm's revenue is generated in the United States, it also has its presence in non U.S. countries.

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세계경제포럼(WEF)의 2025년 &#39;글로벌 리스크 보고서&#39;는 앞으로의 도전 과제에 대한 냉정한 그림을 보여 준다. 스위스 다보스에서 열린 WEF 연례 회의에서 발표된 이번 설문조사는 지정학적 긴장, 기후 변화, 허위 정보에 대한 리스크를 강조한다.

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비아샛(NASDAQ:VSAT)의 주식은 수요일 상승하는 전체 시장과는 다른 움직임을 보였다. 이는 베어 케이브(The Bear Cave)의 최신 공매도 보고서와 부분적으로 관련이 있을 수 있다.

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ViaSat, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VSAT#NASDAQ">VSAT</a>) on Thursday disclosed that it has been chosen by Riyadh Air to offer fast and free in-flight connectivity to its loyalty members on its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/04/g44621952/riyadh-air-selects-viasat-to-power-full-fast-free-streaming-connectivity-on-boeing-787-dreamliner-" rel="noreferrer noopener">with factory-installed systems</a>.
Riyadh Air, which is Saudi Arabia&#8217;s new premium international airline, plans to utilize Viasat&#8217;s state-of-the-art, multi-orbit ready satellite network.
Riyadh Air&#8217;s passengers can stream their own subscription services on personal devices, a feature prioritized by 71% of surveyed travelers.
Viasat&#8217;s network will also support Live TV on seatback screens, offering news and sports channels.
Additionally, the seamless Wi-Fi integration will enhance Riyadh Air&#8217;s apps, digital platforms, and seatback entertainment, delivering a highly personalized travel experience.
Anton Vidgen, VP Guest Experience at Riyadh Air said, &#8220;Partnering with Viasat, we were empowered to realize our discerning vision for guests&#8217; connectivity. In turn, our guests will enjoy free, personalized, and seamless Wi-Fi that will fully integrate with the full Riyadh Air experience.&#8221;
Meherwan Polad, Chief Commercial Officer, Viasat Commercial Services, added, &#8220;Riyadh Air&#8217;s vision to create a digitally native, guest-centric airline aligns perfectly with Viasat&#8217;s mission to connect the world. We are proud to be selected as Riyadh Air&#8217;s launch connectivity partner, providing our most advanced Ka-band technology to power their comprehensive onboard experience across all routes they operate.&#8221;
Last month, ViaSat announced that the NATO Military Committee had approved its next-generation DARC-ssd 600 for securing up <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44475074/whats-going-on-with-viasat-stock-today" rel="noreferrer noopener">to NATO SECRET data at rest</a>.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P Kensho Future Security ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FITE#NYSE">FITE</a>) and&nbsp;Procure Space ETF&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UFO#NASDAQ">UFO</a>).
Price Action: VSAT shares are down 2.82% at $9.99 premarket at the last check Thursday.
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ViaSat Lands Deal With Riyadh Air To Deliver In-Flight Wi-Fi And Entertainment

Riyadh Air Taps Viasat For Industry-Leading Onboard Streaming And Wi-Fi, Elevating Premium Guest Experience

ViaSat, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VSAT#NASDAQ">VSAT</a>) shares were trading relatively<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/movers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> flat in the premarket session on Tuesday.</a>
The company today announced that the NATO Military Committee has approved its next-generation DARC-ssd 600 for securing up to NATO SECRET data at rest.
This approval and its listing in the NATO Information Assurance Product Catalogue confirm that Viasat&#8217;s solution meets NATO&#8217;s strict requirements for securing classified data from theft or compromise.
The DARC-ssd 600 provides enhanced protection for classified information across various systems, including laptops, tablets, desktops, and network-attached storage devices.
The new model, designed and manufactured in the U.K., features a 685 billion parameter architecture and uses hardware-based encryption for superior data security.
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Viasat&#8217;s DARC-ssd 600 integrates 256-bit AES hardware encryption with full disk encryption, ensuring data is decrypted upon bootup and encrypted when powered off.
According to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>, VSAT stock has lost over 35% in the past month. Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;Procure Space ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UFO#NASDAQ">UFO</a>) and&nbsp;Invesco S&amp;P Smallcap 600 Pure Value ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RZV#NYSE">RZV</a>).
Recently, NASA selected Viasat to support its direct-to-Earth capabilities through the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/43106377/why-viasat-stock-is-gaining-today" rel="noreferrer noopener">Near Space Network Services contract.</a>
This is part of a five-year, multi-award indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract, valued at $4.82 billion, with a potential five-year extension. Viasat is one of four commercial companies chosen for this initiative.
Under the contract, Viasat will provide global ground segment support services for NASA missions, initially focusing on low Earth orbit operations. Viasat will use its Real-Time Earth Ground-Segment-as-a-Service network to offer resilient, high-throughput satellite-to-ground communications.
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In the latest quarter, 4 analysts provided ratings for Viasat (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VSAT#NASDAQ">VSAT</a>), showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $15.0, with a high estimate of $19.00 and a low estimate of $10.00. Experiencing a 17.81% decline, the current average is now lower than the previous average price target of $18.25. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1740578413_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis</h2>
The standing of Viasat among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<td>Mathieu Robilliard</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$9.00</td>
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<td>Ryan Koontz</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
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<td>Noel Parks</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
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<td>Ryan Koontz</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
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<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
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<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Viasat. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts unravel qualitative evaluations for stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings offer insights into expectations for the relative performance of Viasat compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts set price targets as an estimate of a stock's future value. Comparing the current and prior price targets provides insight into how analysts' expectations have changed over time. This information can be valuable for investors seeking to understand consensus views on the stock's potential future performance.</li>
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Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Viasat's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Discovering Viasat: A Closer Look</h2>
Viasat Inc provides bandwidth technologies and services in three segments: satellite services: which provides satellite-based high-speed broadband services to consumers, enterprises, and commercial airlines; commercial networks: which develops end-to-end communication and connectivity systems; and government systems: which produces network-centric Internet Protocol-based secure government communication systems. A large majority of the firm's revenue is generated in the United States, it also has its presence in non U.S. countries.
<h3>Financial Milestones: Viasat's Journey</h3>
Market Capitalization: Indicating a reduced size compared to industry averages, the company's market capitalization poses unique challenges.
Revenue Growth: Viasat's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has faced challenges. As of 31 December, 2024, the company experienced a revenue decline of approximately -0.42%. This indicates a decrease in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: Viasat's net margin is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of -14.1%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Viasat's ROE is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing equity capital. With an ROE of -3.27%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Viasat's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -0.95%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.
Debt Management: With a high debt-to-equity ratio of 1.58, Viasat faces challenges in effectively managing its debt levels, indicating potential financial strain.
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Analysts may supplement their ratings with predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, offering investors a more comprehensive outlook. However, investors should be mindful that analysts, like any human, can have subjective perspectives influencing their forecasts.
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Barclays analyst Mathieu Robilliard maintains Viasat (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VSAT#NASDAQ">VSAT</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $9 to $10.

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Barclays Maintains Equal-Weight on Viasat, Raises Price Target to $10

Mexico's global airline has selected to retrofit its Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet with Viasat's most advanced in-flight Wi-Fi solution. The fleet comprises 17 total aircraft, including eight B787-8s and nine B787-9s.

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<li>Cyngn (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CYN#NASDAQ">CYN</a>) stock rose 39.7% to $0.26 during Tuesday's pre-market session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $5.5 million. </li>
<li>Lattice Semiconductor (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LSCC#NASDAQ">LSCC</a>) stock increased by 15.91% to $63.14. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $8.7 billion. As per the news, the Q4 earnings report came out yesterday. </li>
<li>Perfect (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PERF#NYSE">PERF</a>) shares rose 15.0% to $2.45. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $249.4 million. </li>
<li>Foxx Development Hldgs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FOXX#NASDAQ">FOXX</a>) stock rose 12.55% to $4.75. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $34.5 million. </li>
<li>Bit Origin (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BTOG#NASDAQ">BTOG</a>) shares increased by 12.24% to $0.55. The company's market cap stands at $4.6 million. </li>
<li>UTime (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WTO#NASDAQ">WTO</a>) stock rose 10.48% to $0.29. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $7.5 million. </li>
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<li>Harmonic (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HLIT#NASDAQ">HLIT</a>) stock decreased by 22.9% to $8.58 during Tuesday's pre-market session. The company's market cap stands at $999.2 million. As per the press release, Q4 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
<li>Brand Engagement Network (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BNAI#NASDAQ">BNAI</a>) stock fell 20.88% to $0.55. The company's market cap stands at $20.8 million. </li>
<li>Viasat (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VSAT#NASDAQ">VSAT</a>) shares declined by 19.79% to $8.96. The company's market cap stands at $1.1 billion. The company's, Q3 earnings came out 3 days ago. </li>
<li>Cloudastructure (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSAI#NASDAQ">CSAI</a>) shares fell 16.29% to $10.33. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $150.7 million. </li>
<li>Amkor Tech (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMKR#NASDAQ">AMKR</a>) shares fell 9.69% to $22.0. The company's market cap stands at $5.4 billion. As per the news, the Q4 earnings report came out yesterday. </li>
<li>Diginex (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DGNX#NASDAQ">DGNX</a>) shares declined by 8.5% to $40.7. The company's market cap stands at $935.8 million. 
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<li>Cyngn (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CYN#NASDAQ">CYN</a>) shares moved upwards by 38.4% to $0.26 during Tuesday's pre-market session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $5.4 million. </li>
<li>Lattice Semiconductor (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LSCC#NASDAQ">LSCC</a>) stock rose 14.3% to $62.26. The company's market cap stands at $8.5 billion. As per the press release, Q4 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
<li>Bit Origin (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BTOG#NASDAQ">BTOG</a>) shares moved upwards by 10.04% to $0.54. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $4.5 million. </li>
<li>UTime (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WTO#NASDAQ">WTO</a>) stock rose 9.35% to $0.29. The company's market cap stands at $7.4 million. </li>
<li>Perfect (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PERF#NYSE">PERF</a>) shares rose 7.98% to $2.3. The company's market cap stands at $234.2 million. </li>
<li>Glimpse Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VRAR#NASDAQ">VRAR</a>) shares rose 7.34% to $1.9. The company's market cap stands at $38.5 million. </li>
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<h3>Losers</h3>
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<li>Harmonic (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HLIT#NASDAQ">HLIT</a>) shares decreased by 27.4% to $8.07 during Tuesday's pre-market session. The company's market cap stands at $940.3 million. As per the news, the Q4 earnings report came out yesterday. </li>
<li>Brand Engagement Network (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BNAI#NASDAQ">BNAI</a>) stock declined by 18.72% to $0.56. The company's market cap stands at $21.4 million. </li>
<li>Viasat (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VSAT#NASDAQ">VSAT</a>) shares decreased by 16.84% to $9.29. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $1.1 billion. As per the news, the Q3 earnings report came out 3 days ago. </li>
<li>Socket Mobile (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SCKT#NASDAQ">SCKT</a>) shares declined by 13.48% to $1.22. The company's market cap stands at $9.2 million. </li>
<li>Amkor Tech (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMKR#NASDAQ">AMKR</a>) stock fell 9.49% to $22.05. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $5.4 billion. The company's, Q4 earnings came out yesterday. </li>
<li>Cloudastructure (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSAI#NASDAQ">CSAI</a>) stock decreased by 8.68% to $11.27. The company's market cap stands at $164.4 million. 
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In the preceding three months, 4 analysts have released ratings for Viasat (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VSAT#NASDAQ">VSAT</a>), presenting a wide array of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
Summarizing their recent assessments, the table below illustrates the evolving sentiments in the past 30 days and compares them to the preceding months.
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<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Viasat, revealing an average target of $14.75, a high estimate of $19.00, and a low estimate of $9.00. This current average has decreased by 32.95% from the previous average price target of $22.00. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1739188837_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Diving into Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Exploration</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive Viasat is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Ryan Koontz</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Noel Parks</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$12.00</td>
<td>$26.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ryan Koontz</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mathieu Robilliard</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$9.00</td>
<td>$24.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Viasat. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Viasat compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Viasat's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Viasat's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Delving into Viasat's Background</h2>
Viasat Inc provides bandwidth technologies and services in three segments: satellite services: which provides satellite-based high-speed broadband services to consumers, enterprises, and commercial airlines; commercial networks: which develops end-to-end communication and connectivity systems; and government systems: which produces network-centric Internet Protocol-based secure government communication systems. A large majority of the firm's revenue is generated in the United States, it also has its presence in non U.S. countries.
<h3>Viasat: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Reflecting a smaller scale, the company's market capitalization is positioned below industry averages. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Challenges: Viasat's revenue growth over 3 months faced difficulties. As of 30 September, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -8.42%. This indicates a decrease in top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: Viasat's net margin falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of -12.26%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of -2.76%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Viasat's ROA is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -0.81%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial returns.
Debt Management: Viasat's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at 1.88. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. 
Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.
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Needham analyst Ryan Koontz reiterates Viasat (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VSAT#NASDAQ">VSAT</a>) with a Buy and maintains $19 price target.

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Needham Reiterates Buy on Viasat, Maintains $19 Price Target

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