Piper Sandler Initiates ASTS with Buy, $100 Target on Carrier Partnerships
Jul 26, 2026, 11:01 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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A credible Buy initiation with a price target can attract buyers and spark a re-rating, especially given the high-growth narrative of space-based connectivity and carrier partnerships. Historical examples: similar Buy initiations on tech names with tangible partnerships or EBITDA upside often trigger short- to mid-term gains, contingent on execution and visibility into revenue milestones.
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AST SpaceMobile (ASTS) drew attention as Piper Sandler initiated coverage with a Buy rating and a $100 target, highlighting the company's carrier partnerships and potential EBITDA upside driven by AI-driven demand. The note underscores collaboration with AT&T, Vodafone, Verizon and Rakuten, which could unlock a subscriber base exceeding 3 billion and a clearer path to profitability.
AST SpaceMobile gets Piper Sandler Buy rating with a $100 target.
Partnerships with AT&T, Vodafone, Verizon, Rakuten broaden potential subscribers.
Analyst cites EBITDA upside path from AI-driven demand.
Carrier collaborations could give access to >3 billion subscribers.
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