AST SpaceMobile Shares Slide 1.48% with $330M Volume as $64.5M Spectrum Deal Pushes Stock to 351st Market Activity Rank

On August 6, 2025, AST SpaceMobile (ASTS) closed down 1.48% with a trading volume of $330 million, ranking 351st in market activity. The stock’s performance followed the announcement of a $64.5 million deal to acquire global S-Band spectrum rights from the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), aiming to expand its satellite-based cellular network capabilities.

The transaction, set to close by late 2025, grants AST access to 1980–2010 MHz and 2170–2200 MHz frequencies for low Earth orbit operations. The company emphasized that this acquisition complements its existing 3GPP and U.S./Canada L-Band strategies, potentially enabling broader global coverage and higher data speeds of up to 120 Mbps. CEO Abel Avellan highlighted the integration of S-Band with AST’s satellite arrays as a key step toward delivering seamless connectivity to unconnected regions.

While the deal includes $26 million in upfront cash or stock and $38.5 million in deferred payments tied to performance milestones, regulatory approvals remain a prerequisite for full implementation. Analysts noted the strategic alignment with AST’s mission to bridge connectivity gaps but cautioned that execution risks, including regulatory delays and integration challenges, could impact long-term value realization.

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