Gilat Satellite Networks

GILT

Market cap $851M

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PETACH TIKVA, Israel, July 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ: GILT, TASE: GILT), a worldwide leader in satellite networking technology, solutions and services, today announced that it will release its second quarter 2026 financial results on Wednesday, August 5, 2026.

Orders for advanced systems, network management and ongoing services reflect continued customer investment in Gilat's multi-orbit ground technology Orders for advanced systems, network management and ongoing services reflect continued customer investment in Gilat's multi-orbit ground technology

Awards highlight continued U.S. defense demand for Gilat Defense's field services, ruggedized terminals and resilient multi-orbit connectivity solutions Awards highlight continued U.S. defense demand for Gilat Defense's field services, ruggedized terminals and resilient multi-orbit connectivity solutions

Orders support continued growth in Gilat's mobility business and validate Sidewinder's role in next-generation multi-orbit IFC architectures Orders support continued growth in Gilat's mobility business and validate Sidewinder's role in next-generation multi-orbit IFC architectures

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Award reinforces growing European defense demand for Gilat's resilient, multi-orbit communications solutions Award reinforces growing European defense demand for Gilat's resilient, multi-orbit communications solutions

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Gilat's $157.5M deal for CMTL's Satellite & Space Communications unit could expand its defense reach, tech capabilities and market access.