Last mentioned: Mar 21, 2026
Planet Labs shares skyrocketed following a record fiscal fourth quarter, driven by a 41% revenue increase and strategic AI partnerships with Nvidia and Alphabet. Despite a broader market downturn, the satellite imagery leader's upbeat guidance and massive backlog growth signal a maturing market for geospatial intelligence.
Planet Labs achieved its first-ever annual positive free cash flow and adjusted EBITDA in fiscal 2026, driven by a 50% surge in Defense and Intelligence revenue. The company reported a massive $900 million backlog, signaling a successful transition from a venture-backed growth story to a self-sustaining spacetech leader.
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