Calculated
DCF
Free cash flow, growth, discount rate, and terminal growth form an intrinsic value range.
38.43 USD35.97 USD44.89 USD
+128%
35.97 USDCurrent price is 128.2% above the base model value.
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Communication ServicesTelecom ServicesUnited States
Globalstar, Inc. (GSAT) Valuation Assumptions
Review Globalstar, Inc. (GSAT) valuation assumptions across intrinsic value, DCF, reverse DCF implied growth, EV/EBITDA, P/FCF, and financial trends.
NMS · US · USD
Latest price82.09 USD
30D+31.83%
Price vs model medianLimited model referenceModel median is the median base output from applicable absolute models, excluding Reverse DCF.
Quick answer
What growth is the market currently pricing into GSAT?
At 82.09 USD, TickerVal's reverse DCF setup implies roughly 9.0% annual FCF growth for 10 years for GSAT, using the current normalized FCF base, a 9.5% discount rate, and 3.0% terminal growth. The rest of the page shows valuation assumptions, model differences, and source-data context for research reference.
What price implies
What does the current price imply?
At 82.09 USD, the model implies roughly 9.04% annual FCF growth for 10 years, with required long-term operating margin near 2.59% and terminal growth around 3%. This module is a research reference.
Implied FCF CAGR9.04%
10-year Reverse DCF scenario
Required long-term operating margin2.59%
Five-year median × 0.95
Implied terminal growth3%
From current model assumptions
Discount rate assumption9.5%
Estimated from current sector rules
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Forecast horizon10Y
Historical implied expectations
How does today's implied growth compare with history?
Calculated from selected historical prices and current normalized FCF assumptions, not a full point-in-time backtest.
Current implied FCF CAGR9%
5Y monthly median-5.4%
Current vs 5Y median+14.4 pts
Showing 8 of 13 report price anchors
| Report price anchor | Price date | Anchor price | Implied FCF CAGR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q1-2026 | 2026/03/31 | 66.42 USD | 9.72% |
| FY2025 | 2025/12/31 | 61.04 USD | 8.6% |
| Q1-2026 | 2025/12/31 | 61.04 USD | 8.6% |
| Q3-2025 | 2025/09/30 | 36.39 USD | 1.72% |
| Q2-2025 | 2025/06/30 | 23.55 USD | -4.2% |
| Q1-2026 | 2025/03/31 | 20.86 USD | -5.89% |
| FY2024 | 2024/12/31 | 31.05 USD | -0.42% |
| Q3-2025 | 2024/12/31 | 31.05 USD | -0.42% |
20269.72%
Avg 10.49% · Samples 5
2025-4.22%
Avg -1.16% · Samples 12
2024-7.17%
Avg -6.09% · Samples 12
2023-6.89%
Avg -6.84% · Samples 12
Historical valuation multiples
How have EV/EBITDA and P/FCF changed over the last 5 years?
Annual fiscal-period anchored: month-end prices are paired with the most recent annual fiscal period ending on or before each date, covering the last 5 years (61 monthly samples). Multiples are research references; financial-sector or otherwise non-comparable companies require sector-specific context.
P/FCF
Market cap divided by reported free cash flow.
20.26x
Near median · P48
Current5Y medianTypical range IQR
5Y median20.29x
Current20.26x · P48
5Y low 7.26xCurrent vs median-0.13%5Y high 2,197x
IQR 11.87–1,308x · 30 monthly samples
EV/EBITDA
Enterprise value (market cap + debt − cash) divided by EBITDA.
112x
Near median · P34
Current5Y medianTypical range IQR
5Y median411x
Current112x · P34
5Y low 28.1xCurrent vs median-72.86%5Y high 3,081x
IQR 83.9–1,652x · 49 monthly samples
Month-end historical multiples
A date-friendly view for historical EV/EBITDA, P/FCF, and P/E queries.
Showing 8 of 61 month-end samples
| Month-end | Price | P/E | P/FCF | EV/EBITDA | Fiscal period used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-08 | 82.09 USD | - | 20.26x | 112x | 2025-12-31 |
| 2026-04-30 | 82.30 USD | - | 20.31x | 112x | 2025-12-31 |
| 2026-03-31 | 66.42 USD | - | 16.39x | 90.41x | 2025-12-31 |
| 2026-02-27 | 62.27 USD | - | 15.37x | 84.78x | 2025-12-31 |
| 2026-01-30 | 61.62 USD | - | 15.21x | 83.9x | 2025-12-31 |
| 2025-12-31 | 61.04 USD | - | 15.07x | 83.11x | 2025-12-31 |
| 2025-11-28 | 60.75 USD | - | 23.88x | 89.31x | 2024-12-31 |
| 2025-10-31 | 54.41 USD | - | 21.38x | 80.14x | 2024-12-31 |
Valuation overview
How do the valuation assumptions fit together?
Globalstar, Inc. (GSAT) valuation on TickerVal is designed to help readers understand the operating expectations embedded in the current market price. At 82.09 USD, the page brings intrinsic value analysis, DCF outputs, reverse DCF implied growth, EV/EBITDA, P/FCF, and valuation assumptions into one research view within the Communication Services sector and the Telecom Services industry. Instead of treating one model as a final answer, TickerVal compares cash-flow, earnings-power, balance-sheet, and relative-multiple lenses so the differences between models are visible. The reverse DCF view currently shows implied growth of 9.0%, while the model median reference sits at a limited composite reference versus the current price. The DCF and reverse DCF sections focus on free cash flow, discount rate, terminal growth, and the long-term growth path implied by the current price. EV/EBITDA and P/FCF provide additional context for capital structure and cash-flow multiples. The financial trends section connects those valuation assumptions back to reported revenue of 273M USD, free cash flow of 514M USD, margins, and balance-sheet facts from public filings. Readers can use the layout to compare assumptions across models before reviewing the underlying source data. This page is intended for transparent research reference, model review, and assumption checking.
Valuation model range vs. current price
Each row shows a model output range, with a vertical line for the current price.
DCFCalculated
35.97 USD-44.89 USD
Earnings Power ValueCalculated · Limited reference
0.20 USD-0.20 USD
Current price reference line
Why do valuation models give different answers?
Different models rely on different financial facts. The status blocks show which lenses fit this page data.
| Model | Fit | Context |
|---|---|---|
| DCF | Suitable | Useful when recurring free cash flow history exists; sensitive to growth and discount assumptions. |
| Owner Earnings | Not meaningful | Useful when net income, D&A, and capex support owner-earnings scenarios. |
| Reverse DCF | Suitable | Shows the FCF growth implied by current price under stated assumptions. |
| Earnings Power Value | Limited | Useful for mature operating profit, with limited emphasis on growth. |
| Graham Number | Not meaningful | Works best when EPS and book value are both positive. |
| Dividend Discount Model | Not meaningful | Needs explicit dividend history, which is not included in the current version. |
| Net-Net Liquidation Value | Not meaningful | Requires current asset and liability detail beyond the current data set. |
| PEG | Not meaningful | A quick growth multiple lens when EPS history is positive. |
| EV/EBITDA | Limited | Useful for capital structure context when operating profit is available. |
| P/FCF | Limited | A compact free-cash-flow multiple view for positive FCF years. |
| P/B | Limited | More useful for asset-heavy balance sheets than asset-light companies. |
| P/S | Limited | A revenue multiple lens when profit or FCF is not stable. |
| Peer Comparison | Not meaningful | Standardized peer comparisons are not included in the current version. |
Which valuation models are being calculated?
Hover each model row to inspect formulas and inputs.
Current price82.09 USD
Model median referenceLimited model reference
Price vs model medianLimited model reference
Price date2026/05/08
The aggregated models are mostly limited-reference views, so the composite range bar is not shown.
Excluded
Owner Earnings
Uses net income, D&A, and capex as an owner-earnings proxy.
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-Owner earnings samples are insufficient.
Calculated
Reverse DCF
Solves the forward FCF growth rate implied by the current price.
Implied growth9.0%
Current price implies roughly 9.0% annualized FCF growth.
9.0%Current price implies roughly 9.0% annualized FCF growth.
Calculated
Earnings Power Value
Estimates earnings power value without assuming growth.
0.20 USD0.20 USD0.20 USD
0.20 USDCurrent price is 40755% above the base model value.
Updated: 2026/05/10
Which financial trends support the assumptions?
Annual financial metrics with switchable views. · Unit: USD
FY2025 · Dec 2025 report14 records
Revenue273M USD
Net income-19M USD
Free cash flow514M USD
CapEx-108M USD
Operating cash flow622M USD
Valuation basis and non-recurring items
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Valuation basis and non-recurring items
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A positive amountAfterTax means the item increased reported net income; a negative value means it reduced reported net income. Adjusted net income = reported net income minus total after-tax impact. Valuation defaults to reported figures; adjusted figures are shown to observe one-time-item impact.
| Period | Item | Category | After-tax impact | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025/12/31 | Asset impairment | Impairment | -6M USD | Medium |
| 2025/12/31 | Asset sale gain/loss | Asset sale gain/loss | 24M USD | Medium |
| 2025/12/31 | Special income/charges | Other | -6M USD | Medium |
| 2024/12/31 | Asset impairment | Impairment | -439K USD | Medium |
| 2024/12/31 | Asset sale gain/loss | Asset sale gain/loss | -15M USD | Medium |
| 2024/12/31 | Other special charges | Other | -22M USD | Medium |
| 2024/12/31 | Special income/charges | Other | -22M USD | Medium |
| 2024/12/31 | Write-off | Impairment | -439K USD | Medium |
| 2023/12/31 | Asset impairment | Impairment | -287K USD | Medium |
| 2023/12/31 | Asset sale gain/loss | Asset sale gain/loss | 1M USD | Medium |
| 2023/12/31 | Other special charges | Other | -8M USD | Medium |
| 2023/12/31 | Special income/charges | Other | -9M USD | Medium |
| 2023/12/31 | Write-off | Impairment | -287K USD | Medium |
| 2022/12/31 | Asset impairment | Impairment | -132M USD | Medium |
| 2022/12/31 | Asset sale gain/loss | Asset sale gain/loss | -5M USD | Medium |
| 2022/12/31 | Other special charges | Other | -2M USD | Medium |
| 2022/12/31 | Special income/charges | Other | -129M USD | Medium |
| 2022/12/31 | Write-off | Impairment | -132M USD | Medium |
| 2025/12/31 | Asset impairment | Impairment | -59K USD | Medium |
| 2025/12/31 | Asset sale gain/loss | Asset sale gain/loss | 12M USD | Medium |
| 2025/12/31 | Special income/charges | Other | -59K USD | Medium |
| 2025/09/30 | Asset impairment | Impairment | -91K USD | Medium |
| 2025/09/30 | Asset sale gain/loss | Asset sale gain/loss | -465K USD | Medium |
| 2025/09/30 | Special income/charges | Other | -91K USD | Medium |
| 2025/06/30 | Asset sale gain/loss | Asset sale gain/loss | 15M USD | Medium |
| 2025/03/31 | Asset sale gain/loss | Asset sale gain/loss | 3M USD | Medium |
| 2025/03/31 | Special income/charges | Other | -6M USD | Medium |
| 2025/03/31 | Write-off | Impairment | -6M USD | Medium |
| 2024/12/31 | Asset impairment | Impairment | -16K USD | Medium |
| 2024/12/31 | Asset sale gain/loss | Asset sale gain/loss | -10M USD | Medium |
| 2024/12/31 | Special income/charges | Other | -22M USD | Medium |
| 2024/12/31 | Write-off | Impairment | -16K USD | Medium |
| 2024/09/30 | Asset impairment | Impairment | -182K USD | Medium |
| 2024/09/30 | Write-off | Impairment | -182K USD | Medium |
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Which reported financials feed the models?
Financial DetailsShowing latest 5 / 14
| Period | Type | Revenue | Net Income | Adjusted net income | Free Cash Flow | Diluted EPS | Adjusted EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025/12/31 | Annual | 273M USD | -19M USD | -32M USD | 514M USD | -0.15 | -0.25 |
| 2024/12/31 | Annual | 250M USD | -74M USD | -14M USD | 320M USD | -0.59 | -0.11 |
| 2023/12/31 | Annual | 224M USD | -35M USD | -19M USD | -92M USD | -0.02 | -0.01 |
| 2022/12/31 | Annual | 149M USD | -258M USD | 142M USD | 24M USD | -0.14 | 0.08 |
| 2021/12/31 | Annual | 124M USD | -113M USD | - | - | -0.06 | - |
Where does this data come from?
Open to inspect field-level SEC EDGAR source, filing form, and derived notes.
SEC EDGAR
Where does this data come from?
Open to inspect field-level SEC EDGAR source, filing form, and derived notes.
Frequently asked questions
Quick notes on price-implied expectations, model differences, and source data.
What is Globalstar, Inc.'s intrinsic value?
Globalstar, Inc.'s intrinsic value on TickerVal is reviewed through DCF outputs, reverse DCF implied growth, EV/EBITDA, P/FCF, valuation assumptions, and financial trends from public filings.
How is GSAT valued on TickerVal?
TickerVal values GSAT by comparing intrinsic value models, DCF and reverse DCF assumptions, cash-flow multiples, earnings-power references, and reported financial trends.
What does the current stock price imply?
The reverse DCF view estimates the free-cash-flow growth path implied by the current stock price under stated discount-rate and terminal-growth assumptions.
Which valuation models are used?
TickerVal uses DCF, reverse DCF, Owner Earnings, EPV, Graham Number, EV/EBITDA, P/FCF, P/B, P/S, and other model references where the underlying data is available.
Is this investment advice?
No. TickerVal does not provide investment advice, ratings, price targets, or buy/sell recommendations.
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