Planet Labs PBC (Ticker: PL) is a forefront player in the satellite imagery and geospatial data industry, specializing in real-time Earth observation through its advanced satellite constellation. Since its inception in 2010, the company has focused on making satellite data accessible across diverse sectors, including agriculture, forestry, and urban development, facilitating informed, data-driven decision-making in the face of environmental challenges. Planet Labs leverages its continuous monitoring capabilities to support global sustainability efforts, positioning itself for substantial growth in the rapidly evolving remote sensing and analytics landscape. The company's innovative approach underscores its commitment to creating a significant socio-environmental impact through technology.
| Revenue (TTM) | $335.61M |
| Gross Profit (TTM) | $186.53M |
| EBITDA | $-51.72M |
| Operating Margin | -30.50% |
| Return on Equity | -84.00% |
| Return on Assets | -5.87% |
| Revenue/Share (TTM) | $1.05 |
| Book Value | $1.25 |
| Price-to-Book | 16.44 |
| Price-to-Sales (TTM) | 22.30 |
| EV/Revenue | 21.01 |
| EV/EBITDA | -6.73 |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth (YoY) | 0.00% |
| Quarterly Revenue Growth (YoY) | 42.10% |
| Shares Outstanding | $332.91M |
| Float | $294.85M |
| % Insiders | 1.36% |
| % Institutions | 82.22% |
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NVIDIA maintains a dominant position in the artificial intelligence hardware market with a net margin exceeding 55%. Planet Labs provides vital daily Earth-imaging data and is expanding its analytics capabilities through strategic partnerships.
SATL edges PL on valuation, share gains and growth projections as both target rising geospatial intelligence demand.
Planet Labs stock continued its strong downward trend last week, reaching its lowest level since March 19. PL has dropped by 50% from its highest point this year, with the market capitalization falling from over $18.40 billion in May to the current $9.28 billion, and technicals suggest that it has more downside to go.
Planet Labs PBC NYSE: PL held its 2026 annual meeting of stockholders virtually on July 9, with shareholders voting on three company proposals, according to the meeting transcript.
Planet Labs is scaling AI-powered geospatial intelligence as government and commercial demand rise, though its shares trade at a steep industry premium.
Planet Labs PBC advances its Agile Aerospace strategy with the Pelican-11 launch, aiming for rapid iteration and capital-efficient satellite deployment. PL's Pelican program targets high-resolution, high-frequency imaging, positioning the company to capture defense and time-sensitive commercial demand. Valuation remains elevated at 23–30x sales, reflecting aggressive growth and margin expansion expectations, but exposes PL to significant multiple compression risk if execution falters.
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Planet Labs PBC (NYSE: PL), a leading provider of daily data and insights about change on Earth, today announced the successful launch of Pelican-11, the tech demonstration satellite (TD2) for the second generation (Gen 2) of its high-resolution Pelican™ fleet. The spacecraft was launched to orbit aboard the Transporter-17 rideshare mission with SpaceX from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. Planet has successfully made initial contact with the satellite a.
BERLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Planet Labs Germany, a leading provider of daily data and insights about change on Earth, today announced the appointment of Wolfgang Schmidt, former German Federal Minister for Special Affairs and Head of the Federal Chancellery, to its European Advisory Board. He joins the board at a pivotal moment as Planet expands its presence in Europe and advances plans for a new satellite manufacturing facility in Berlin, reinforcing Germany's growing role in Europe's New Space e.
Planet Labs is rated a buy with a $36 FY 2027 target, reflecting 14% upside and strong demand from global defense and intelligence sectors. PL posted 42% YoY revenue growth in Q1 2027, raised FY guidance to $425–441M, and maintains robust liquidity with $731M in cash and investments. Defense spending by NATO members and large government contracts, including satellite-as-a-service deals, are key catalysts for sustained growth and margin expansion.
Planet Labs' backlog growth and revenue outlook signal momentum, but premium valuation, losses and near-term earnings pressure warrant caution.
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