A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report came in softer than anticipated, fueling investor optimism for interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve.
Viasat’s fourth quarter was marked by operational execution and strategic positioning as the company navigated challenges in its core markets. Management attributed the quarter’s results to solid execution in defense and advanced technologies, ongoing investments in next-generation satellites, and improving free cash flow. CEO Mark Dankberg emphasized the significance of new satellite deployments, particularly the ViaSat-3 series, as foundational to future growth. CFO Gary Chase highlighted progress on deleveraging, noting, “We have reduced net leverage substantially,” while also pointing to cash generation and efficiency initiatives as key contributors to the quarter’s positive developments.
Shares of global satellite communications provider Viasat (NASDAQ:VSAT) jumped 7.4% in the morning session after the company reported fourth-quarter results that showed a significant earnings beat, even as revenue came in slightly below forecasts.
Global satellite communications provider Viasat (NASDAQ:VSAT) missed Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025 as sales rose 3% year on year to $1.16 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.79 per share was significantly above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Global satellite communications provider Viasat (NASDAQ:VSAT) missed Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q4 CY2025 as sales rose 3% year on year to $1.16 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.79 per share was significantly above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Global satellite communications provider Viasat (NASDAQ:VSAT) will be announcing earnings results this Thursday after market close. Here’s what to look for.
Business services providers use their specialized expertise to help enterprises streamline operations and cut costs. Market leaders have certainly capitalized on outsourcing trends and digital transformation initiatives to boost sales,
helping fuel a 9.2% gain for the industry over the past six months.
This performance has closely followed the S&P 500.
The $10-50 price range often includes mid-sized businesses with proven track records and plenty of growth runway ahead.
They also usually carry less risk than penny stocks, though they’re not immune to volatility as many lack the scale advantages of their larger peers.
"You get what you pay for" often applies to expensive stocks with best-in-class business models and execution.
While their quality can sometimes justify the premium, they typically experience elevated volatility during market downturns when expectations change.
A number of stocks traded in opposite directions in the afternoon session after geopolitical tensions between the United States and the European Union escalated, sparking fears of a renewed trade war.
Shares of global satellite communications provider Viasat (NASDAQ:VSAT) jumped 3% in the afternoon session after Morgan Stanley significantly raised its price target on the stock and the company announced new business developments.
Shares of global satellite communications provider Viasat (NASDAQ:VSAT) jumped 4% in the morning session after an analyst at William Blair reiterated an Outperform rating on the company's stock.
Small-cap stocks in the Russell 2000 (^RUT) can be a goldmine for investors looking beyond the usual large-cap names.
But with less stability and fewer resources than their bigger counterparts, these companies face steeper challenges in scaling their businesses.
The stocks in this article are all trading near their 52-week highs.
This strength often reflects positive developments such as new product launches, favorable industry trends, or improved financial performance.
Shares of American Airlines (NASDAQ: AAL) experienced a modest pullback on Thursday, January 8, 2026, as investors began to scrutinize the financial implications of the carrier's aggressive new "free Wi-Fi" strategy. After a sharp rally earlier in the week, the stock settled around $15.96, reflecting a cautious consolidation phase.
Global satellite communications provider Viasat (NASDAQ:VSAT) missed Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q3 CY2025 as sales only rose 1.7% year on year to $1.14 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.09 per share was significantly above analysts’ consensus estimates.
