Equity Profile

ASTS

AST SpaceMobile, Inc.

Communication ServicesAlternative Carriers$21.4B

Aug10Mon

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026After Close5:00 PM EDT

Company Snapshot

AST SpaceMobile, Inc. is a company in the Communication Services sector, focusing on providing satellite-based mobile broadband services....

Key Metrics to Watch

Subscriber Growth

Tracking subscriber growth is crucial as it reflects the company's ability to attract and retain customers in a competitive market.

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Average Revenue Per User (ARPU)

ARPU is important to understand how much revenue the company generates from each subscriber, impacting overall profitability.

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ASTS Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

AST SpaceMobile, Inc. is a company in the Communication Services sector, focusing on providing satellite-based mobile broadband services. As demand for global connectivity grows, especially in remote areas, AST SpaceMobile aims to bridge the digital divide through its innovative technology.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

Avg EPS Surprise

-154.33%

Avg Stock Reaction

+1.60%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1 2026, AST SpaceMobile reported an earnings per share (EPS) of -$0.66, significantly missing expectations. Despite the disappointing results, the stock saw a positive reaction, rising nearly 10% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Focus on expanding service availability to new regions.
Commitment to improving subscriber acquisition strategies.
Plans to enhance technology for better service delivery.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall, investors are cautious as AST SpaceMobile has consistently missed earnings expectations in recent quarters. However, there is hope that this quarter might show signs of improvement.

Bull Case

If the company can demonstrate significant subscriber growth and improved ARPU, it could indicate a turning point, leading to a positive market reaction.

Bear Case

Continued losses and lack of subscriber growth could further erode investor confidence, leading to a negative reaction in the stock price.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What is the current subscriber count and growth rate compared to last quarter?

Subscriber growth is a key indicator of the company's market traction and future revenue potential.

What is the average revenue per user (ARPU) this quarter?

ARPU will help investors gauge the company's pricing power and overall profitability.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating the potential for subscriber growth due to recent technological advancements and market demand.

Supporting Evidence

The company's innovative technology could attract more customers than anticipated.

Options pricing indicates a high expected move, suggesting that traders are bracing for significant news.

Past performance shows that the stock can react positively even after misses, indicating resilience.

Key Risk

If subscriber growth exceeds expectations, it could significantly alter the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The core thesis revolves around whether AST SpaceMobile can effectively grow its subscriber base and improve revenue metrics in a challenging market.

Bull Confirmed If

Demonstrating a subscriber growth rate of over 15% quarter-over-quarter would confirm the bull case.

Bear Confirmed If

If subscriber growth is flat or negative, it would confirm the bear case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±22.88%

Historical Avg

±4.7%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that investors expect volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±22.9% while ASTS has averaged ±4.7% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

1.2%

30d HV

120.4%

Calls (9.3M)P/C Ratio: 0.36Puts (2.9M)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

History suggests that if AST SpaceMobile beats expectations, the stock could rise by around 4.69% on the day, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations but lack strong guidance, the stock may see muted movement as investors await clearer signals.

Miss

If the company misses again, history suggests a potential drop of around 1.60%, further shaking investor confidence.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Updates on subscriber acquisition strategies and their effectiveness.
2Details on service availability and expansion plans.
3Any insights into competitive positioning in the satellite broadband market.
4Management's outlook on revenue growth and profitability.
5Responses to questions about technological advancements and their impact on service delivery.

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Company Snapshot

AST SpaceMobile, Inc. is a company in the Communication Services sector, focusing on providing satellite-based mobile broadband services....

Key Metrics to Watch

Subscriber Growth

Tracking subscriber growth is crucial as it reflects the company's ability to attract and retain customers in a competitive market.

N/A

Average Revenue Per User (ARPU)

ARPU is important to understand how much revenue the company generates from each subscriber, impacting overall profitability.

N/A

1 more metrics, Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

ASTS Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

Avg EPS Surprise

-154.33%

Avg Stock Reaction

+1.60%

Last Quarter Recap

Management Promises & Guidance

Focus on expanding service availability to new regions.
Commitment to improving subscriber acquisition strategies.
Plans to enhance technology for better service delivery.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall, investors are cautious as AST SpaceMobile has consistently missed earnings expectations in recent quarters. However, there is hope that this quarter might show signs of improvement.

Bull Case

If the company can demonstrate significant subscriber growth and improved ARPU, it could indicate a turning point, leading to a positive market reaction.

Bear Case

Continued losses and lack of subscriber growth could further erode investor confidence, leading to a negative reaction in the stock price.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What is the current subscriber count and growth rate compared to last quarter?

Subscriber growth is a key indicator of the company's market traction and future revenue potential.

What is the average revenue per user (ARPU) this quarter?

ARPU will help investors gauge the company's pricing power and overall profitability.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating the potential for subscriber growth due to recent technological advancements and market demand.

Supporting Evidence

The company's innovative technology could attract more customers than anticipated.

Options pricing indicates a high expected move, suggesting that traders are bracing for significant news.

Past performance shows that the stock can react positively even after misses, indicating resilience.

Key Risk

If subscriber growth exceeds expectations, it could significantly alter the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The core thesis revolves around whether AST SpaceMobile can effectively grow its subscriber base and improve revenue metrics in a challenging market.

Bull Confirmed If

Demonstrating a subscriber growth rate of over 15% quarter-over-quarter would confirm the bull case.

Bear Confirmed If

If subscriber growth is flat or negative, it would confirm the bear case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±22.88%

Historical Avg

±4.7%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that investors expect volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±22.9% while ASTS has averaged ±4.7% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

1.2%

30d HV

120.4%

Calls (9.3M)P/C Ratio: 0.36Puts (2.9M)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

History suggests that if AST SpaceMobile beats expectations, the stock could rise by around 4.69% on the day, confirming a positive outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations but lack strong guidance, the stock may see muted movement as investors await clearer signals.

Miss

If the company misses again, history suggests a potential drop of around 1.60%, further shaking investor confidence.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Updates on subscriber acquisition strategies and their effectiveness.
2Details on service availability and expansion plans.
3Any insights into competitive positioning in the satellite broadband market.
4Management's outlook on revenue growth and profitability.
5Responses to questions about technological advancements and their impact on service delivery.