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Viasat Inc provides bandwidth technologies and services in three segments: communication services and defense and advanced technologies. The communication services segment provides a wide range of broadband and narrowband communications solutions across government and commercial mobility markets, as well as for residential and enterprise fixed broadband customers: and the defense and advanced technologies segment develops and offers a diverse array of resilient, vertically integrated solutions to government and commercial customers, leveraging core technical competencies in encryption, cyber security, tactical gateways, modems and waveforms. A large majority of the firm's revenue is generated from communication services segment.

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ViaSat shares are trading higher. B. Riley Securities maintained a Buy rating on the stock.

B. Riley Securities analyst Mike Crawford maintains Viasat (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VSAT#NASDAQ">VSAT</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $56 to $52.

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B. Riley Securities Maintains Buy on Viasat, Lowers Price Target to $52

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<li>Workday (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WDAY#NASDAQ">WDAY</a>) stock fell 6.0% to $255.75. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $68.4 billion. As per the news, the Q1 earnings report came out today. </li>
<li>Xerox Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XRX#NASDAQ">XRX</a>) shares fell 5.86% to $4.82. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $606.3 million. </li>
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<li>Viasat (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VSAT#NASDAQ">VSAT</a>) shares fell 4.57% to $9.62. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $1.2 billion. The company's, Q4 earnings came out 2 days ago. 
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Needham analyst Ryan Koontz maintains Viasat (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VSAT#NASDAQ">VSAT</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $19 to $16.

Needham Maintains Buy on Viasat, Lowers Price Target to $16

Reported Earlier, Viasat's Inmarsat NexusWave Chosen By MOL To Drive Fleet-Wide Digital Transformation And High-Speed Connectivity

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Viasat Q4 Adj. EPS $(0.02) Beats $(0.39) Estimate, Sales $1.15B Beat $1.14B Estimate

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Earnings Scheduled For May 20, 2025

Viasat (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VSAT#NASDAQ">VSAT</a>) is preparing to release its quarterly earnings on Tuesday, 2025-05-20. Here's a brief overview of what investors should keep in mind before the announcement.
Analysts expect Viasat to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.17.
The announcement from Viasat is eagerly anticipated, with investors seeking news of surpassing estimates and favorable guidance for the next quarter.
It's worth noting for new investors that guidance can be a key determinant of stock price movements.
<h3>Earnings History Snapshot</h3>
Last quarter the company beat EPS by $0.06, which was followed by a 19.54% increase in the share price the next day.
Here's a look at Viasat's past performance and the resulting price change:

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<th>Q3 2025</th>
<th>Q2 2025</th>
<th>Q1 2025</th>
<th>Q4 2024</th>
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<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>0.05</td>
<td>-0.54</td>
<td>-0.46</td>
<td>-0.63</td>
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<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>0.11</td>
<td>-0.23</td>
<td>0.30</td>
<td>-0.24</td>
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<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>20.0%</td>
<td>-8.0%</td>
<td>38.0%</td>
<td>-16.0%</td>
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<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747666954_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Performance of Viasat Shares</h3>
Shares of Viasat were trading at $10.92 as of May 16. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 43.95%. Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely bearish going into this earnings release. 
<h3>Analyst Views on Viasat</h3>
For investors, staying informed about market sentiments and expectations in the industry is paramount. This analysis provides an exploration of the latest insights on Viasat.
The consensus rating for Viasat is Neutral, based on 1 analyst ratings. With an average one-year price target of $10.0, there's a potential 8.42% downside.
<h3>Comparing Ratings with Peers</h3>
In this comparison, we explore the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of Digi Intl, Harmonic and Applied Optoelectronics, three prominent industry players, offering insights into their relative performance expectations and market positioning.
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<li>Analysts currently favor an Neutral trajectory for Digi Intl, with an average 1-year price target of $28.0, suggesting a potential 156.41% upside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Buy trajectory for Harmonic, with an average 1-year price target of $12.5, suggesting a potential 14.47% upside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Buy trajectory for Applied Optoelectronics, with an average 1-year price target of $30.67, suggesting a potential 180.86% upside.</li>
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<h3>Peers Comparative Analysis Summary</h3>
In the peer analysis summary, key metrics for Digi Intl, Harmonic and Applied Optoelectronics are highlighted, providing an understanding of their respective standings within the industry and offering insights into their market positions and comparative performance.

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<td>Viasat</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>-0.42%</td>
<td>$361.82M</td>
<td>-3.27%</td>
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<td>Digi Intl</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>-2.97%</td>
<td>$64.93M</td>
<td>1.76%</td>
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<td>Harmonic</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>9.07%</td>
<td>$78.57M</td>
<td>1.30%</td>
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<td>Applied Optoelectronics</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>145.52%</td>
<td>$30.54M</td>
<td>-3.41%</td>
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</tbody>
</table>

Key Takeaway:
Viasat ranks at the bottom for Revenue Growth and Gross Profit among its peers. It is in the middle for Return on Equity.
<h3>Discovering Viasat: A Closer Look</h3>
Viasat Inc provides bandwidth technologies and services in three segments: satellite services: which provides satellite-based high-speed broadband services to consumers, enterprises, and commercial airlines; commercial networks: which develops end-to-end communication and connectivity systems; and government systems: which produces network-centric Internet Protocol-based secure government communication systems. A large majority of the firm's revenue is generated in the United States, it also has its presence in non U.S. countries.
<h3>Viasat: Delving into Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a smaller scale relative to peers. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: Viasat's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has faced challenges. As of 31 December, 2024, the company experienced a revenue decline of approximately -0.42%. This indicates a decrease in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: Viasat's net margin is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of -14.1%, the company may encounter challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Viasat's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of -3.27%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Viasat's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -0.95%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.
Debt Management: The company faces challenges in debt management with a debt-to-equity ratio higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 1.58, caution is advised due to increased financial risk.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/VSAT/earnings">To track all earnings releases for Viasat visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Uncovering Potential: Viasat's Earnings Preview

<a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=UP_T1SAJbp4bd_y2ohPRJO--NlSMgc77QKeSg7QsiqQobdwB7nokQrK_cyQi0qwZa_-KdB7O4qtTv0paKjZ-2A==">Viasat Inc.&nbsp;</a>(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VSAT#NASDAQ">VSAT</a>), a global leader in satellite communications (SATCOM), today announced it has selected Blue Origin as its launch mission partner to support Viasat's demonstration of its <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=tYHi7wAu6cq9foTUHf9Q1Mn6rrppd6mn1yKBmnGgXWqwQ2Nw357LlkxwSaWF7gFg3C3scG5i5gy76tNZd24qIg8qFytCLYexhp95_XAoEU4=">InRange</a> launch telemetry relay service as part of its work with NASA's Communications Services Project (CSP). Viasat's Space and Mission Systems team, part of the company's Defense and Advanced Technologies (DAT) segment, will work with Blue Origin across two future launches to integrate the user terminal and InRange solution on the New Glenn launch vehicle to showcase this innovative space-based launch communications capability. Blue Origin successfully launched the first New Glenn rocket on January 16, 2025.

Viasat Selects Blue Origin As Launch Mission Partner To Support Viasat's Demonstration Of InRange Launch Telemetry Relay Service As Part Of Work With NASA's CSP

<a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=PjCTSVgCkDiVs5e9YCoOHU0TgyVMvy1h5xWtw75s1DwD0uo9CHHJsqoASOWAmvdSJabJSfzaFt2XUqJDdR0Q7g==">Viasat, Inc.</a>&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VSAT#NASDAQ">VSAT</a>), a global leader in satellite communications, has confirmed the GX10A and GX10B satellite payloads are now available to deliver services for government customers, with commercial maritime and aviation services anticipated to follow throughout fiscal year 2026. Viasat successfully completed in-orbit testing of the payloads late last year and government services are now available.
Launched from Vandenberg Space Force Base in August 2024, the GX10A and GX10B payloads are housed on Space Norway's Arctic Satellite Broadband Mission spacecraft — ASBM-1 and ASBM-2. The satellites feature hosted payloads for the Norwegian Military and the U.S. Government, as well as a radiation monitoring capability for the European Commission. For Viasat, the GX10A and GX10B payloads are aimed to provide broadband satellite coverage over the Arctic region for government and commercial customers.

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Viasat's New Arctic Satellites Go Live for US Government Use, With Commercial Rollout Set for 2026

Inmarsat Maritime, A Viasat Company, Has Signed An Agreement With Sallaum Lines To Upgrade To Inmarsat Maritime's Nexuswave Fully Managed Bonded Connectivity Service, Marking Them An Early Adopter In Region

<a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=PwOWLqXkEFEernSE-FwlgwHH4DBEzO6bvN9e-T9gbpR1kj66m_bk2vUAPx-7Px4Z1jqOWU5mMQcaFAcloqHsjA==">Viasat Inc.</a> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VSAT#NASDAQ">VSAT</a>), a global leader in satellite communications, today announced that it has issued a notice of redemption for all $442,550,000 remaining aggregate principal amount of its outstanding 5.625% senior notes due 2025 (the "2025 Notes") ahead of the September 15, 2025 maturity date at a cash redemption price of 100% of the principal amount of the notes being redeemed, plus accrued and unpaid interest on such amount to, but excluding, the redemption date of May 2, 2025. Viasat plans to fund the redemption with cash on hand.
Interest on the redeemed 2025 Notes will cease to accrue and the 2025 Notes will cease to be outstanding effective as of the redemption date of May 2, 2025.

Offerings

Viasat Has Issued A Notice Of Redemption For All $442.55M Remaining Aggregate Principal Amount Of Its Outstanding 5.625% Senior Notes Due 2025

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ViaSat, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VSAT#NASDAQ">VSAT</a>) shares traded higher premarket on Tuesday. On Monday, the company unveiled its next-generation IFC solution for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/04/g44678636/viasat-launches-amara-next-generation-in-flight-connectivity-solution-to-deliver-a-connected-exper" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">commercial aviation, called Viasat Amara</a>.
This advanced offering is built on innovations in satellite network architecture, upgraded hardware and a suite of digital tools.
With smart network features and application-level data linking to satellites across various orbits, Viasat Amara offers scalable performance, enabling airlines to deliver a future-ready, enhanced passenger experience.
Viasat Amara merges Viasat's trusted technologies with a forward-looking innovation roadmap.
The solution integrates multi-network, multi-orbit systems to deliver guaranteed quality of service, adaptable business models and a premium suite of digital tools.
 &#8220;Airlines can truly take hold of the differentiating opportunities that in-flight connectivity presents,&#8221; said Meherwan Polad, SVP &amp; CCO, Viasat Commercial Services. &#8220;The monetization and brand boosting opportunities provided by our powerful digital products, such as Viasat Ads, accentuate this even further.&#8221;
On Monday, Viasat entered into an agreement with Telesat to incorporate Telesat Lightspeed's Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Ka-band capacity <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/04/g44664274/viasat-advances-multi-orbit-services-roadmap" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">into Viasat's multi-orbit network</a>.
This integration aims to enhance connectivity performance across Viasat's mobility and defense offerings, setting a new benchmark for service quality and global coverage.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via Procure Space ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UFO#NASDAQ">UFO</a>) and SPDR S&amp;P Kensho Future Security ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FITE#NYSE">FITE</a>).
Price Action: VSAT shares are up 1.35% at $8.450 premarket at the last check on Tuesday.
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U.S. stock futures rose on Tuesday following a volatile day of trading on Monday that led the indices to close on a mixed note. Futures of major benchmark indices were higher in premarket.
The sell-off that began on Thursday has driven the Nasdaq into bear market territory, whereas the S&amp;P 500 and Dow Jones continue to be in the correction zone.
As China&#8217;s Commerce Ministry said that it "<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/04/44677506/china-resolutely-opposes-trumps-50-tariff-threat-vows-countermeasures-as-trade-tensions-jolt-markets?_gl=1kzrvdi_gcl_auNzQyMjgxNjUuMTczNzYwNzI4NQ.._gaZGVsZXRlZA.._ga_V7ZK73W7N0&#x2A;MTc0NDEwMDY0OS4yNDkuMC4xNzQ0MTAwNjQ5LjAuMC4w">resolutely opposes</a>" U.S. President Donald Trump‘s threat to impose additional 50% duties on Chinese imports, the ministry vowed to take countermeasures to protect its interests, intensifying trade tensions that have already triggered market turmoil.
Major indices were significantly down from recent highs as of Tuesday. The S&amp;P 500 was 17.65% lower, the Nasdaq 100 was down 21.56%, and the Dow Jones declined 15.77%, following a week of tariff-driven selloffs.
The 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.17% and the two-year bond was at 3.77%. However, the CME Group's FedWatch <a href="https://www.cmegroup.com/markets/interest-rates/cme-fedwatch-tool.html">tool</a>&#8216;s projections showed markets pricing a 71.4% likelihood of the Federal Reserve keeping the current interest rates unchanged in its May meeting. 
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<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>2.03%</td>
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<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>1.67%</td>
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<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>1.42%</td>
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<td>2.06%</td>
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The SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>), which track the S&amp;P 500 index and Nasdaq 100 index, respectively, advanced in premarket on Tuesday. The SPY was up 1.13% to $510.07, while the QQQ declined 1.09% to $428.30, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a> data.
Cues From Last Session:
Real estate, materials, and utilities sectors led Monday&#8217;s S&amp;P 500 decline, pulling the U.S. stocks to a mixed close, with the Dow Jones falling for its third consecutive session.
Conversely, communication services and information technology stocks bucked the trend, closing higher.
Within tech, Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) shares fell roughly 2.6%, while Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) lost 3.7%. Market volatility stemmed from Trump&#8217;s Truth Social post, threatening 50% U.S. tariffs on China following China&#8217;s 34% retaliatory tariffs.
The Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index reported a 0.7% month-over-month drop in March, consistent with February&#8217;s decline.
The Dow Jones index slumped 349 points or 0.91% to 37,965.60, whereas the S&amp;P 500 index fell 0.23% to 5,062.25. Nasdaq Composite bucked the trend to end 0.099% higher at 15,603.26, and the small-cap gauge, Russell 2000, tumbled 0.92% to 1,810.14.
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<td>Performance (+/-)</td>
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<td>Nasdaq Composite</td>
<td> 0.099%</td>
<td>15,603.26</td>
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<td>-0.23%</td>
<td>5,062.25</td>
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<td>-0.91%</td>
<td>37,965.60</td>
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<td>-0.92%</td>
<td>1,810.14</td>
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Insights From Analysts:
Lawrence McDonald, founder of Bear Traps Report, calculates that<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/bonds/25/04/44679299/trump-tariffs-triggers-historic-equity-wipeout-outpacing-covid-lehman-crashes-with-no-bond-rally-to-cushion-the-blow-says-lawrence-mcdonald"> Trump&#8217;s tariff-driven selloff</a> has obliterated $9 trillion in just six weeks, matching the COVID crash&#8217;s one-month losses and exceeding the 2008 Lehman collapse&#8217;s 12-month decline.
Only the 2022 inflation downturn saw greater losses, at $10 trillion over 11 months. Notably, unlike previous crises where bond yields plummeted, current 30-year yields remain high, near 4.5%, eliminating a traditional bond-market safety net. Reuters reports the global impact of these tariffs at a $10 trillion market wipeout.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">What do Bonds Know? &#x2A;Last 20 years, large equity market risk-off events have &#8212; always &#8212; brought in &quot;flight to quality&quot; buyers of long duration U.S. Treasuries. Not this time. &#x2A;&#x2A;Book Ideas &#8211; &quot;How to Listen When Markets Speak&quot; on Amazon. <a href="https://t.co/naR2vpsuLr">pic.twitter.com/naR2vpsuLr</a>
&mdash; Lawrence McDonald (@Convertbond) <a href="https://twitter.com/Convertbond/status/1909236400127455548?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 7, 2025</a></blockquote>
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The VIX sustained levels above 45 for two consecutive days, closing at 45.31 on Monday and 46.98 on Tuesday. As former Luby Asset Management CIO Bill Luby noted, this marks the first such occurrence since the 2008-09 Great Financial Crisis and the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Consecutive 45+ <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24VIX&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$VIX</a> closes are extremely rare. So rare that only two previous crises have included at least two 45+ closes in a row: the Great Financial Crisis of 2008-09 and the Pandemic of 2020.
&mdash; Bill Luby (@VIXandMore) <a href="https://twitter.com/VIXandMore/status/1909346105835634993?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 7, 2025</a></blockquote>
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A dramatic 118% surge in the VIX over three days marks its fifth-largest such spike. Creative Planning&#8217;s Charlie Bilello&#8216;s data shows that the two larger three-day VIX spikes of 176% in 2018 and 167% in 2015, preceded strong S&amp;P 500 returns over the following one to five years, leading Bilello to conclude that &#8220;high volatility/fear = opportunity&#8221;.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">The <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24VIX&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$VIX</a> increased 118% over the last 3 trading days, the 5th biggest 3-day spike ever. What has happened in the past following the biggest <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24VIX&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$VIX</a> spikes? Stocks have tended to bounce back with above-average returns over the next 1-5 years. High volatility/fear = opportunity. <a href="https://t.co/3X373zS1K8">pic.twitter.com/3X373zS1K8</a>
&mdash; Charlie Bilello (@charliebilello) <a href="https://twitter.com/charliebilello/status/1909370006569206218?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 7, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Meanwhile, Bravos Research indicates a &#8220;risk-off&#8221; sentiment in the U.S. stock market, triggered by a gold-to-silver ratio breakout, currently at 99.59. This closely watched metric suggests investors are shifting from volatile silver to safe-haven gold, a pattern seen before the 2022, 2020, and 2008 market downturns.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">15/ This is what the gold-to-silver ratio looks like since 2020 It just broke out above a major basing pattern that had been forming since 2022 This is a risk-off signal, showing traders are moving away from the more volatile silver and into gold <a href="https://t.co/YlcE5Q0oVm">pic.twitter.com/YlcE5Q0oVm</a>
&mdash; Bravos Research (@bravosresearch) <a href="https://twitter.com/bravosresearch/status/1909253763153436992?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 7, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Upcoming Economic Data
Here&#8217;s what investors will keep an eye on Tuesday:
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<li>The NFIB optimism index for March will be out by 6:00 a.m., and San Francisco Fed President Mary Daly will speak at 8:00 a.m. ET.</li>
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Stocks In Focus:
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<li>Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WBA#NASDAQ">WBA</a>) was up 1.31% in premarket on Tuesday before the opening bell. Analysts expect a quarterly earnings of 53 cents per share on revenue of $38 billion.</li>
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<li>RPM International Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RPM#NYSE">RPM</a>) was down 0.19% as Wall Street expects it to report earnings of 49 cents per share on revenue of $1.51 billion before the opening bell.</li>
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<li>Cal-Maine Foods Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CALM#NASDAQ">CALM</a>) rose 0.59% ahead of its earnings call after the closing bell. Analysts expect a quarterly earnings of $10.90 per share on revenue of $1.43 billion.</li>
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<li>Greenbrier Companies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GBX#NYSE">GBX</a>) dropped 4.72% after posting downbeat results for its second quarter. The company reported quarterly sales of $762.1 million, which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $898.530 million.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Levi Strauss &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEVI#NYSE">LEVI</a>) surged 10.37% after reporting better-than-expected earnings for its first quarter on Monday. Levi also said its 2025 guidance remains unchanged, other than to reflect its Dockers business as a discontinued operation, and does not reflect any impact from the recently announced tariffs.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Marvell Technology Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRVL#NASDAQ">MRVL</a>) advanced 3.14% after it announced the sale of its automotive Ethernet business to Infineon for $2.5 billion in cash.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Viasat Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VSAT#NASDAQ">VSAT</a>) was 1.32% higher after announcing the launch of Amara, its next-generation In-flight Connectivity (IFC) solution for commercial aviation.</li>
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<li>P10 Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PX#NYSE">PX</a>) moved 0.70% higher after acquiring Madrid-based Qualitas Equity Funds for $63 million. Qualitas manages roughly $1 billion in fee-paying assets for over 1,300 partners.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Heavyweights, Nvidia Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) rose 2.41%, Apple Inc. advanced 1.34%, Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) gained 0.79%, Amazon.com Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) was 2.04% higher, and Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) climbed 1.89%.</li>
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Commodities, Gold, And Global Equity Markets:
Crude oil futures were trading higher in the early New York session by 0.05% to hover around $60.73 per barrel.
Gold Spot US Dollar advanced 0.82% to hover around $3,007.02 per ounce. Its fresh record high stood at $3,168.04 per ounce. The U.S. Dollar Index spot was lower by 0.14% at the 103.111 level.
Asian markets rose on Tuesday. India's S&amp;P BSE Sensex, Japan's Nikkei 225, Australia's ASX 200, China&#8217;s CSI 300, Hong Kong's Hang Seng, and South Korea's Kospi index advanced. European markets were also higher in early trade.
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<a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=YMnnk88SaZiOVf_KEV1udxhs9go7b9c0_wYgw10c40rbO3szCFQsG9HnHIPShuJwu1VK_KT5SA3GtTUz7OyMwPNhWAYYeVm9Ukskj6mBgBA=">Telesat</a> (TSX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSAT#TSX">TSAT</a>), one of the world's largest and most innovative satellite operators, today announced that <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=kt8vWF1cKmFp_eK2IhLnceE1qfW92gih5TtRbMmtzNxeooxQYyYR02wFZrTy6v0_DHmr1oo476DqzBQCyFB-BQ==">Viasat Inc</a>. has signed a substantial multi-year contract for Telesat Lightspeed Low Earth Orbit (LEO) services. Under its multi-orbit strategy, Viasat plans to integrate Telesat Lightspeed into its services portfolio for aviation, maritime, enterprise and defense markets.

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ViaSat, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VSAT#NASDAQ">VSAT</a>) on Thursday disclosed that it has been chosen by Riyadh Air to offer fast and free in-flight connectivity to its loyalty members on its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/04/g44621952/riyadh-air-selects-viasat-to-power-full-fast-free-streaming-connectivity-on-boeing-787-dreamliner-" rel="noreferrer noopener">with factory-installed systems</a>.
Riyadh Air, which is Saudi Arabia&#8217;s new premium international airline, plans to utilize Viasat&#8217;s state-of-the-art, multi-orbit ready satellite network.
Riyadh Air&#8217;s passengers can stream their own subscription services on personal devices, a feature prioritized by 71% of surveyed travelers.
Viasat&#8217;s network will also support Live TV on seatback screens, offering news and sports channels.
Additionally, the seamless Wi-Fi integration will enhance Riyadh Air&#8217;s apps, digital platforms, and seatback entertainment, delivering a highly personalized travel experience.
Anton Vidgen, VP Guest Experience at Riyadh Air said, &#8220;Partnering with Viasat, we were empowered to realize our discerning vision for guests&#8217; connectivity. In turn, our guests will enjoy free, personalized, and seamless Wi-Fi that will fully integrate with the full Riyadh Air experience.&#8221;
Meherwan Polad, Chief Commercial Officer, Viasat Commercial Services, added, &#8220;Riyadh Air&#8217;s vision to create a digitally native, guest-centric airline aligns perfectly with Viasat&#8217;s mission to connect the world. We are proud to be selected as Riyadh Air&#8217;s launch connectivity partner, providing our most advanced Ka-band technology to power their comprehensive onboard experience across all routes they operate.&#8221;
Last month, ViaSat announced that the NATO Military Committee had approved its next-generation DARC-ssd 600 for securing up <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/03/44475074/whats-going-on-with-viasat-stock-today" rel="noreferrer noopener">to NATO SECRET data at rest</a>.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P Kensho Future Security ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FITE#NYSE">FITE</a>) and&nbsp;Procure Space ETF&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UFO#NASDAQ">UFO</a>).
Price Action: VSAT shares are down 2.82% at $9.99 premarket at the last check Thursday.
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