U.S. stock market midday update: Successful satellite launch fails to mask valuation concerns, AST SpaceMobile's stock price plummets 7.5%

U.S. Stock Market Midday Update AST SpaceMobile fell 7.50%. Based on recent news, On December 25, AST SpaceMobile successfully launched the BlueBird 6 satellite. Although it rose during the day, it ultimately closed down nearly 9%. This satellite is three times the number of the six satellites currently in orbit and has ten times the capacity. The company plans to launch 45 to 60 satellites by the end of 2026. Source: Zhitong Finance On December 24, some Wall Street analysts expressed concerns about AST SpaceMobile's overvaluation. Analyst StoneFox Capital pointed out that while there is potential for speculative price increases, considering the repeated launch delays and uncertainties in execution, the stock is too expensive for realistic financial targets. Source: Zhitong Finance On December 24, AST SpaceMobile signed contracts with key clients such as Verizon and Vodafone. Despite having a fervent investor base, the market remains skeptical about the execution risks of its future commercialization. Source: Zhitong Finance. The competition in the low-orbit satellite industry is intensifying, with SpaceX leading. Stocks with High Trading Volume in the Industry Verizon rose 0.11%. Based on recent key news: On December 26, Verizon's new CEO took office, driving a structural cost reset and improvements in wireless business, leading to a rise in stock price. Analysts believe this will support further increases in stock price, although its performance still lags behind the market. On December 24, the U.S. federal government required Verizon to dismantle the DEI project, leading the company to adjust its commitments between federal and state laws, which could trigger lawsuits. Analysts hold a moderate buy rating on its stock, expecting a 16.65% upside potential. On December 24, a California judge suggested that Verizon redefine compliance measures, which could lead to legal disputes. This move increases operational uncertainty for the company, affecting stock price volatility. The transformation in the wireless industry is accelerating, with increased policy risks. AT&T rose 0.02%. Based on recent news: On December 25, MarketBeat pointed out that although AT&T currently has a moderate buy rating among analysts, top analysts believe there are five stocks that are more worthy of purchase, which may have affected investor confidence in AT&T, leading to stock price volatility. On December 25, Goldman Sachs lowered AT&T's target price from $33 to $29 but maintained a buy rating. Goldman Sachs expects AT&T to increase stock buybacks as free cash flow grows, which had a positive impact on the stock price. On December 26, Benzinga reported that increased short interest could actually be beneficial for the stock, a view that may have attracted some investors and driven up the stock price. Goldman Sachs lowered the target price but maintained a buy rating T-Mobile US rose 0.65%. Based on recent key news: On December 26, analyst ratings showed that T-Mobile US was not included in the top recommended stocks list, although it maintained a moderate buy rating. This indicates a lack of confidence in its future performance, which may affect investor sentiment. On December 24, the latest 13F filings and insider trading information indicated an increase in trading activity for T-Mobile US, which may reflect investors' attention to its recent performance. On December 24, a market observation report noted that although T-Mobile US maintained a moderate buy rating, analysts preferred five other stocks, which could lead investors to reassess their investment strategies. The U.S. market is active, with a focus on capital flows. Stocks ranked among the top in industry market capitalization América Móvil - ADR L fell 0.50%, with a market capitalization of $62.5 billion, and trading volume increased, with no significant news recently. Trading is active, and capital flows are evident. Considering sector and industry trends, this stock shows significant volatility, and the specific reasons need further observation