CMTL News & Events

Stock futures are markedly higher this morning as investors return from the weekend focused on a preliminary U.S.-Iran peace agreement that could reopen the Strait of Hormuz and significantly ease pressure on global energy markets.Brent crude has dropped to roughly three-month lows after the announced agreement, easing concerns about supply disruptions and helping reduce inflation fears that had weighed on stocks throughout the spring.AI-related stocks are rebounding after last week's volatility, supported by falling Treasury yields and renewed optimism that the Federal Reserve may not need to become more aggressive on rates if energy-driven inflation continues to cool. Investors are also closely watching the strong post-IPO performance of SpaceX, which has helped reignite enthusiasm.This week's key event is the Federal Reserve meeting under Chair Kevin Warsh. Markets overwhelmingly expect no change in interest rates, but traders will scrutinize the Fed's outlook for inflation, growth, and the possibility of future rate hikes. Falling oil prices have reduced some of the urgency around inflation concerns heading into the meeting.In pre-market trading, S&P 500 futures rose 1.29%, Nasdaq futures rose 2.08% and Dow futures rose 1.03%.Check out this morning's top movers from around Wall Street, compiled by The Fly.HIGHER -SpaceXup 6%, building on the advance seen after Friday's IPOParamount Skydanceup 3% after the Antitrust Division of the U.S. Department of Justice gave approval to the proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. DiscoveryNano Dimensionup 2% after entering into a non-binding term sheet for a proposed business combination with Infinite EpigeneticsRokuup 1% after announcing a definitive agreement under which Fox will acquire Roku for $160.00 per share in a combination of cash and Fox Class A common stock, valuing Roku at approximately $22B in enterprise valueUP AFTER EARNINGS -Comtechup 6%Coda Octopusup 7%DOWN AFTER EARNINGS -Canopy Growthdown 1%LOWER -Elicio Therapeuticsdown 62% after announcing its AMPLIFY-7P study did not meet its pre-specified primary DFS endpoint in the intent-to-treat populationTraws Pharmadown 17% after reporting that the planned test of tivoxavir marboxil in a Phase 2a human influenza challenge study has been deferred due to a negative review of the program by the United Kingdom's Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory AgencyFoxdown 14% after announcing a definitive agreement under which Fox will acquire Roku for $160.00 per share in a combination of cash and Fox Class A common stockFiservdown 6% after noting Mike Lyons has stepped down as CEO and member of the board of directors to become CEO of Truist FinancialCheesecake Factorydown 1% after Northcoast downgraded the stock to Neutral, citing valuation

Gilat Satellite Networks (GILT) announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the majority of the Satellite & Space Communications segment of Comtech Telecommunications (CMTL) on a cash-free, debt-free basis for the purchase price of $157.5M in cash, subject to adjustments for normalized working capital. The transaction has been unanimously approved by the Boards of Directors of both Gilat and Comtech. The closing of the transaction is subject to certain regulatory approvals, including the receipt of clearance from the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission and the Department of Justice (DOJ) under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act, as well as other customary closing conditions. The transaction is expected to close by the end of 2026.

Reports Q3 revenue $106M vs. $126.8M last year. Ken Traub, Chairman, President and CEO, stated: "When I stepped into the CEO role in early 2025, I announced a transformation plan which featured four pillars: (1) Operational discipline, (2) Returning to positive operating cash flow, (3) Conducting a comprehensive review of strategic alternatives, and (4) Strengthening our capital structure. Our results and announcements today demonstrate that we are successfully delivering on each of those promises. The operational improvements that we have implemented have enabled us to report today our fifth consecutive quarter of positive operating cash flow. Our improved and consistent financial performance has enabled us to pursue the strategic alternatives process as well as negotiations with our lenders and investors from a position of strength."

Comtech Telecommunications (CMTL) announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell most of its Satellite and Space Communications segment to Gilat Satellite Networks (GILT), and become a focused public safety technology company. The Transaction was unanimously approved by the boards of directors of both Comtech and Gilat. Under the terms of the agreement, Gilat will acquire most of the S&S segment for $157.5M, of which $10M is being paid today. In addition, Comtech will retain certain cyber-focused assets currently within the S&S segment as well as rights to certain S&S accounts receivable collections. The Transaction is subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals. The company currently expects the Transaction to close in calendar Q4 2026, subject to the timing of regulatory review. The company also announced amendments to its existing credit facilities and agreed to replace the existing series of convertible preferred stock with a new series of convertible preferred stock. These agreements not only provide the necessary consents to the Transaction, but also deliver immediate improvements that enhance the company's financial flexibility. Comtech anticipates that upon closing the Transaction, the company will use the net cash proceeds to reduce debt and recapitalize the business to provide a stronger and healthier financial position for the remaining Allerium business.