Iridium Communications Inc.
IRDM
Rank in Stocks
#3654
Iridium Communications Inc. provides critical mobile voice and data... Iridium Communications Inc. provides critical mobile voice and data communication services and products across the globe. The company serves a broad spectrum of clients, including businesses, both the United States and international governments, non-governmental organizations, and individual consumers worldwide. Their core offerings include postpaid and prepaid mobile satellite voice and data connectivity, push-to-talk services, broadband data solutions, and advanced Internet of Things (IoT) capabilities. Additionally, Iridium supports hosted payload services and various specialized data applications, such as satellite time and location tracking, inbound connections from public telephone networks, short message services, subscriber identity module (SIM) management, and other related operational and peripheral services. The company delivers comprehensive voice and data solutions designed for specific operational needs. These encompass tracking devices for personnel and assets (such as equipment, vehicles, and aircraft), essential beyond-line-of-sight communication for aviation, maritime communication systems, and customized secure communication solutions for high-value individuals. Iridium also supplies mobile communication and data devices tailored for military and intelligence agencies, featuring secure satellite handsets along with netted voice, messaging, and paging services. Furthermore, it provides maintenance services for the United States government's dedicated ground gateway. Iridium's product portfolio includes a variety of hardware such as satellite handsets, personal connectivity devices, voice and data modems, broadband data terminals, and IoT data devices. These are supported by an array of accessories, including batteries, holsters, headphones, portable auxiliary antennas, adaptors, USB cables, and charging units, complemented by robust engineering and support services. Commercial end-users access Iridium's products and services via a comprehensive wholesale distribution network comprising service providers, value-added resellers, and manufacturers. Established in 2000 and headquartered in McLean, Virginia, the company was formerly known as Iridium Holdings LLC before changing its name in September 2009.
Share Price
$43.66
Last synced: 2026-10-16
Market Cap
$4.63B
Change (1 day)
-2.96%
Change (1 year)
134.98%
Country
US
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Category
Communication Services
Operating Margin for Iridium Communications Inc. (IRDM)
Operating Margin as of October 2026 TTM: 23.76%
According to Iridium Communications Inc. latest financial reports and stock price the company's current Operating Margin (TTM) is 23.76%. At the end of 2023 the company had an Operating Margin of 10.32%.
Operating Margin history for Iridium Communications Inc. from 2007 to 2026
Operating Margin at the end of each year
| Year | Operating Margin | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | 23.76% | -3.02% |
| 2024 | 24.50% | 137.40% |
| 2023 | 10.32% | -2.92% |
| 2022 | 10.63% | 40.98% |
| 2021 | 7.54% | 24.01% |
| 2020 | 6.08% | 235.91% |
| 2019 | 1.81% | -77.26% |
| 2018 | 7.96% | -69.11% |
| 2017 | 25.77% | -36.64% |
| 2016 | 40.67% | 126.70% |
| 2015 | 17.94% | -40.36% |
| 2014 | 30.08% | 4.74% |
| 2013 | 28.72% | 4.82% |
| 2012 | 27.40% | 36.73% |
| 2011 | 20.04% | 86.77% |
| 2010 | 10.73% | -161.88% |
| 2009 | -17.34% | 0.00% |
| 2008 | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| 2007 | 0.00% | 0.00% |
Operating Margin for similar companies or competitors
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| 0.00% | - |
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| 20.54% | -99.14% |
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| 20.30% | -99.15% |
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| 20.38% | -99.14% |
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| 0.00% | - |
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What is a company's Operating Margin?
The operating margin is a key indicator to assess the profitability of a company. Higher operating margins are generaly better as they show that a company is able to sell its products or services for much more than their production costs. The operating margin is calculated by dividing a company's earnings by its revenue.