Virgin Galactic (SPCE, $21.57) reports Q2 loss
Virgin Galactic posted a wider-than-expected second quarter loss.
The space flight company’s net loss for the quarter came in at -$63 million, or -30 cents a share, compared to the -26 cents a share loss expected by analysts polled by FactSet. In the year-ago quarter, the company had a loss of -$41 million, or -23 cents a share.
Virgin Galactic said that it continued to make progress on its test flight program, including conducting two successful glide flights from Spaceport America. According to the company, it experienced continued growth in customer demand with increases in paid enrollments for its ‘One Small Step’ program.
As of July 30, the company has received more than 700 deposit payments, with the total number of ‘Future Astronauts’ holding at approximately 600.
Also, according to a filing with the SEC, Virgin Galactic will issue another 20.5 million in shares to support additional research and development and operations.
According to Tickeron's analysis says:
SPCE in Downtrend: Stochastic indicator is staying in oversold zone for 1 day
Be on the lookout for a price bounce soon.
Throughout the month of 07/01/20 - 08/03/20, the price experienced a +44% Uptrend, while the week of 07/27/20 - 08/03/20 shows a -4% Downtrend.
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bullish Trend Analysis
The Momentum Indicator exceeded the 0 level on August 03, 2020. Traders may consider buying the ticker or exploring call options. In 10 of 11 cases where the ticker's Momentum Indicator exceeded 0, its price rose further within the subsequent month. The odds of a continued Uptrend are 90%.
The price moved above its 50-day Moving Average, which indicates a change from a Downtrend to an Uptrend. In 3 of 3 similar backtested cases where SPCE's price crossed above its 50-day Moving Average, its price rose further within the subsequent month. The odds of a continued Uptrend are 90%.
The 10-day Moving Average for this ticker crossed above its 50-day Moving Average on July 10, 2020, which can be construed as a buy signal, indicating that the trend is shifting higher. In 2 of 2 similar cases where SPCE's 10-day Moving Average crossed above its 50-day Moving Average, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued Uptrend are 90%.
The Aroon Indicator entered an Uptrend today. In 50 of 53 similar cases where SPCE Aroon's Indicator entered an Uptrend, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued Uptrend are 90%.
Bearish Trend Analysis
The RSI Indicator appears to be shifting from an Uptrend to a Downtrend. In 3 of 5 cases where SPCE's RSI indicator exited the overbought zone, the price fell further within the following month. The odds of a continued Downtrend are 60%.
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) crossed below the signal line. In 6 of 7 cases where SPCE's MACD histogram became negative, the price fell further within the following month. The odds of a continued Downtrend are 86%.
The higher Bollinger Band was broken -- a price fall is expected as the ticker heads toward the middle band, which invites the trader to consider selling or shorting the ticker, or exploring put options. In 5 of 6 cases where SPCE's price broke its higher Bollinger Band, its price dropped further during the following month. The odds of a continued Downtrend are 83%.
Fundamental Analysis (Ratings)
Tickeron has a negative outlook on this ticker and predicts a further decline by more than 4.00% within the next month with a likelihood of 46%. During the last month, the daily ratio of advancing to declining volumes was 1.5 to 1.
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is 2 (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to outstanding earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is 37 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. SPCE’s price grows at a higher rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of 99 (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is significantly overvalued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: SPCE's P/B Ratio (12.20) is slightly higher than the industry average of (2.76). P/E Ratio (433.86) is within average values for comparable stocks, (182.37). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (0.00) is also within normal values, averaging (1.89). Dividend Yield (0.00) settles around the average of (0.64) among similar stocks. SPCE's P/S Ratio (3900.41) is very high in comparison to the industry average of (82.40).
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is 100 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating weak sales and an unprofitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is 100 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating that the returns do not compensate for the risks. SPCE’s unstable profits reported over time resulted in significant Drawdowns within these last five years. A stable profit reduces stock drawdown and volatility. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 76, placing this stock worse than average.
Aroon Indicator for SPCE shows an upward move is likely
SPCE's Aroon Indicator triggered a bullish signal on October 15, 2025. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor detected that the AroonUp green line is above 70 while the AroonDown red line is below 30. When the up indicator moves above 70 and the down indicator remains below 30, it is a sign that the stock could be setting up for a bullish move. Traders may want to buy the stock or look to buy calls options. A.I.dvisor looked at 117 similar instances where the Aroon Indicator showed a similar pattern. In of the 117 cases, the stock moved higher in the days that followed. This puts the odds of a move higher at .
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bullish Trend Analysis
The Momentum Indicator moved above the 0 level on September 11, 2025. You may want to consider a long position or call options on SPCE as a result. In of 70 past instances where the momentum indicator moved above 0, the stock continued to climb. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
SPCE moved above its 50-day moving average on September 23, 2025 date and that indicates a change from a downward trend to an upward trend.
The 10-day moving average for SPCE crossed bullishly above the 50-day moving average on September 26, 2025. This indicates that the trend has shifted higher and could be considered a buy signal. In of 12 past instances when the 10-day crossed above the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
Following a +1 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where SPCE advanced for three days, in of 247 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
Bearish Trend Analysis
The RSI Indicator has been in the overbought zone for 2 days. Expect a price pull-back in the near future.
The Stochastic Oscillator has been in the overbought zone for 1 day. Expect a price pull-back in the near future.
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where SPCE declined for three days, the price rose further in of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
SPCE broke above its upper Bollinger Band on October 03, 2025. This could be a sign that the stock is set to drop as the stock moves back below the upper band and toward the middle band. You may want to consider selling the stock or exploring put options.
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. SPCE’s price grows at a higher rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is slightly overvalued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (1.006) is normal, around the industry mean (10.567). P/E Ratio (0.000) is within average values for comparable stocks, (88.681). SPCE's Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (0.000) is slightly lower than the industry average of (1.847). Dividend Yield (0.000) settles around the average of (0.017) among similar stocks. SPCE's P/S Ratio (94.340) is very high in comparison to the industry average of (10.373).
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to worse than average earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating weak sales and an unprofitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating that the returns do not compensate for the risks. SPCE’s unstable profits reported over time resulted in significant Drawdowns within these last five years. A stable profit reduces stock drawdown and volatility. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 57, placing this stock worse than average.
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a holding company, which engages in the business of owning and operating privately built spaceships
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