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Deal progression and high approval rates imply potential re-rating toward merger symmetry; near-term price remains sensitive to regulatory clearance timing and financing viability, evidenced by elevated net leverage but stronger service mix from Aireon.
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Iridium reported Q3 2026 revenue of $245.7 million, up 8% YoY, fueled by the Aireon acquisition. Stockholders approved Rocket Lab’s acquisition with 99.6% in favor, targeting a mid-2027 close pending regulatory clearances. The company raised its quarterly dividend to $0.16 starting Q4 2026 and reaffirmed EMSS renewal through March 2027, underpinning near-term cash flow against higher leverage from Aireon.
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