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Comtech Telecommunications (CMTL) – Changing Preferred Terms to Enhance Flexibility

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Monday, December 18, 2023

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. engages in the design, development, production, and marketing of products, systems, and services for advanced communications solutions in the United States and internationally. It operates in three segments: Telecommunications Transmission, Mobile Data Communications, and RF Microwave Amplifiers. The Telecommunications Transmission segment provides satellite earth station equipment and systems, over-the-horizon microwave systems, and forward error correction technology, which are used in various commercial and government applications, including backhaul of wireless and cellular traffic, broadcasting (including HDTV), IP-based communications traffic, long distance telephony, and secure defense applications. The Mobile Data Communications segment provides mobile satellite transceivers, and computers and satellite earth station network gateways and associated installation, training, and maintenance services; supplies and operates satellite packet data networks, including arranging and providing satellite capacity; and offers microsatellites and related components. The RF Microwave Amplifiers segment designs, develops, manufactures, and markets satellite earth station traveling wave tube amplifiers (TWTA) and broadband amplifiers. Its amplifiers are used in broadcast and broadband satellite communication; defense applications, such as telecommunications systems and electronic warfare systems; and commercial applications comprising oncology treatment systems, as well as to amplify signals carrying voice, video, or data for air-to-satellite-to-ground communications. The company serves satellite systems integrators, wireless and other communication service providers, broadcasters, defense contractors, military, governments, and oil companies. Comtech markets its products through independent representatives and value-added resellers. The company was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Melville, New York.

Joe Gomes, Managing Director, Equity Research Analyst, Generalist , Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

Joshua Zoepfel, Research Associate, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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Enhancing Flexibility. Last week, Comtech filed a form 8-K revealing changes in the terms of its Series A Convertible Preferred Stock to enhance the Company’s financial flexibility. Essentially, Comtech is exchanging on a one-for-one basis the existing Series A Convertible Preferred shares for a new class of Series A-1 Convertible Preferred. With Comtech deep in negotiations to refinance its credit facility, any additional flexibility is a positive, in our view.

Ability to Raise $50 Million. For Comtech, the key change is the ability to issue up to $50 million of shares of common stock without the consent of the preferred holders, anytime through October 31, 2024. We would anticipate any funds raised through the issuance of new equity to be used to de-lever the Company.


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Comtech Telecommunications (CMTL) – Momentum Continues to Build

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Monday, December 11, 2023

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. engages in the design, development, production, and marketing of products, systems, and services for advanced communications solutions in the United States and internationally. It operates in three segments: Telecommunications Transmission, Mobile Data Communications, and RF Microwave Amplifiers. The Telecommunications Transmission segment provides satellite earth station equipment and systems, over-the-horizon microwave systems, and forward error correction technology, which are used in various commercial and government applications, including backhaul of wireless and cellular traffic, broadcasting (including HDTV), IP-based communications traffic, long distance telephony, and secure defense applications. The Mobile Data Communications segment provides mobile satellite transceivers, and computers and satellite earth station network gateways and associated installation, training, and maintenance services; supplies and operates satellite packet data networks, including arranging and providing satellite capacity; and offers microsatellites and related components. The RF Microwave Amplifiers segment designs, develops, manufactures, and markets satellite earth station traveling wave tube amplifiers (TWTA) and broadband amplifiers. Its amplifiers are used in broadcast and broadband satellite communication; defense applications, such as telecommunications systems and electronic warfare systems; and commercial applications comprising oncology treatment systems, as well as to amplify signals carrying voice, video, or data for air-to-satellite-to-ground communications. The company serves satellite systems integrators, wireless and other communication service providers, broadcasters, defense contractors, military, governments, and oil companies. Comtech markets its products through independent representatives and value-added resellers. The company was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Melville, New York.

Joe Gomes, Managing Director, Equity Research Analyst, Generalist , Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

Joshua Zoepfel, Research Associate, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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Momentum. The first quarter of fiscal 2024 was Comtech’s eighth consecutive quarter of sequential revenue increase and the second quarter of positive operating income, a substantial improvement, in our view. Net bookings were $185.6 million for a book-to-bill of 1.22x. Revenue visibility is now $1.7 billion, up from a prior $1.1 billion.

1Q24 Results. Revenue totaled $151.9 million, up 2.1% sequentially, within guidance. Y-o-Y revenue was up 15.8%. We were at $151 million. Adjusted EBITDA totaled $18.4 million, versus $10.7 million in 1Q23. We were at $17.1 million. Comtech reported a net loss of $3.3 million, or a loss of $0.11 per share, compared to a net loss of $12.8 million, or $0.46 per share last year. Adjusted EPS was $0.24 versus $0.16. We had forecast a net loss of $2.1 million, or a loss of $0.07 per share and adjusted EPS of $0.22.


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Release – Comtech Announces Results for its First Quarter of Fiscal 2024 and Provides Second Quarter Fiscal 2024 Financial Targets

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BY THE COMTECH EDITORIAL TEAM – DEC 7, 2023 | 2 MIN READ

Q1 Consolidated Net Sales Up 2.1% Sequentially to $151.9 Million

Q1 Consolidated Operating Income Up 86.2% Sequentially to $2.1 Million

Q1 Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA of $18.4 Million, or 12.1% of Consolidated Net Sales

MELVILLE, N.Y. – December 7, 2023– Comtech (NASDAQ: CMTL) today announced its first quarter fiscal 2024 financial results and provided its second quarter fiscal 2024 financial targets in a letter to shareholders which is now posted to the Investor Relations section of Comtech’s website.

Investors are invited to access the first quarter fiscal 2024 shareholder letter at its web site at comtech.com/investors/. A copy of the letter will also be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission in a Form 8-K.

Comtech also intends to host a previously scheduled earnings conference call at 5:00PM ET today. Individuals can access the conference call by dialing (800) 579-2543 (domestic) or (785) 424-1789 (international) and using the conference I.D. of “Comtech.” A replay of the conference call will be available for two weeks by dialing (888) 219-1269 or (402) 220-4945. A live webcast of the call is also available at comtech.com/investors/.

About Comtech

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading global technology company providing terrestrial and wireless network solutions, next-generation 9-1-1 emergency services, satellite and space communications technologies, and cloud native capabilities to commercial and government customers around the world. Our unique culture of innovation and employee empowerment unleashes a relentless passion for customer success. With multiple facilities located in technology corridors throughout the United States and around the world, Comtech leverages our global presence, technology leadership, and decades of experience to create the world’s most innovative communications solutions.For more information, please visit www.comtech.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain information in this press release contains statements that are forward-looking in nature and involve certain significant risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially from such forward-looking information. The Company’s Securities and Exchange Commission filings identify many such risks and uncertainties. Any forward- looking information in this press release is qualified in its entirety by the risks and uncertainties described in such Securities and Exchange Commission filings.

PCMTL

Investor Relations

Maria Ceriello

investors@comtech.com

Release – Comtech Names Satellite and Defense Industry Leader John Ratigan as Chief Corporate Development Officer

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BY THE COMTECH EDITORIAL TEAM – DEC 6, 2023 | 3 MIN READ

MELVILLE, N.Y. – Dec. 6, 2023– Comtech (NASDAQ: CMTL), a global technology leader, today announced the appointment of satellite communications (SATCOM) and defense technology industry leader John Ratigan as the company’s first Chief Corporate Development Officer (CCDO).

With differentiated expertise across the global satellite technology sector, Ratigan brings over three decades of leadership experience to his position as Comtech’s CCDO. Ratigan’s experience is uniquely well aligned with Comtech’s strategic business priorities and continued expansion into new growth markets.

Prior to joining Comtech, Ratigan served as CEO and President of iDirect Government as well as holding a position as an Executive Committee Member of ST Engineering iDirect. As its first employee, Ratigan established iDirect Government and grew the company to over $100 million in annual revenue. During his tenure as CEO and President, Ratigan assembled a team of over 200 outstanding professionals and was responsible for taking iDirect Government from a startup to a well-known technology leader that deployed thousands of innovative modem solutions and satellite technologies supporting U.S. government and Department of Defense (DoD) customers across the globe. Ratigan was also responsible for acquiring GlowLink and its unique interference mitigation technology (CSIR) and fused it with iDirect’s own Evolution technology, which helped the company become the largest provider of Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA) SATCOM capabilities for the U.S. DoD.

“As a renowned leader in the satellite and defense industry, John’s deep expertise and unique experience will help enhance our strategic positioning, accelerate Comtech’s new technology trajectories, and further improve our ability to accomplish our near and long-term strategic priorities,” said Ken Peterman, President and CEO, Comtech. “John will be instrumental in identifying new opportunities, strategic partnerships, and technology synergies that will help Comtech democratize access to communications technologies, bridge the digital divide, and empower a truly connected planet. We are thrilled to have him on board as we enter our next chapter as One Comtech.”

In his position as CCDO, Ratigan will oversee new business initiatives aligned with Comtech’s strategic pursuits as the company continues its One Comtech journey.

“I’m excited to be part of Comtech’s transformational growth and it’s an honor to help lead a company where I spent 10 years earlier in my career,” said Ratigan. “I’m thrilled to be working with Ken Peterman and this incredible Comtech team where we’re bringing some of the best and brightest minds together to push the limits of innovation and make a lasting, positive impact in the world. As CCDO, I’m looking forward to helping the company identify and secure new opportunities that can unleash the full potential of the One Comtech transformation.”

Earlier in his career, Ratigan ran east coast operations for Fairchild Data, and EF DATA (now Comtech). As a company leader, Ratigan was instrumental in helping EF DATA grow from $20 million to $120 million in revenue in under eight years. During his tenure, Ratigan played a key role helping EFDATA become the preeminent leader in Single Channel Per Carrier (SCPC) satellite technology, which provided him with valuable insights related to technology migration and leadership experience that has continued to serve him well in subsequent roles. In addition to starting his own company, Ratigan held the position of Senior Vice President of North and South American sales for the start-up Broadlogic, just as companies started to run IP directly over satellite.

Ratigan began his career in the United States Senate working for Senator Bill Armstrong (R-Colorado) and held multiple sales positions with the Xerox Corporation as a member of the legal sales team.

Ratigan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing from the University of Maryland.

About Comtech

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading global technology company providing terrestrial and wireless network solutions, next-generation 9-1-1 emergency services, satellite and space communications technologies, and cloud native capabilities to commercial and government customers around the world. Our unique culture of innovation and employee empowerment unleashes a relentless passion for customer success. With multiple facilities located in technology corridors throughout the United States and around the world, Comtech leverages our global presence, technology leadership, and decades of experience to create the world’s most innovative communications solutions.For more information, please visit www.comtech.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain information in this press release contains statements that are forward-looking in nature and involve certain significant risks and uncertainties. Actual results and performance could differ materially from such forward-looking information. The Company’s Securities and Exchange Commission filings identify many such risks and uncertainties. Any forward-looking information in this press release is qualified in its entirety by the risks and uncertainties described in such Securities and Exchange Commission filings.

PCMTL

Investor Relations

Maria Ceriello

631-962-7115

investors@comtech.com

Media Contact

Jamie Clegg

480-532-2523

jamie.clegg@comtech.com

Comtech Telecommunications (CMTL) – New Contract; Completed Sale

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Monday, November 13, 2023

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. engages in the design, development, production, and marketing of products, systems, and services for advanced communications solutions in the United States and internationally. It operates in three segments: Telecommunications Transmission, Mobile Data Communications, and RF Microwave Amplifiers. The Telecommunications Transmission segment provides satellite earth station equipment and systems, over-the-horizon microwave systems, and forward error correction technology, which are used in various commercial and government applications, including backhaul of wireless and cellular traffic, broadcasting (including HDTV), IP-based communications traffic, long distance telephony, and secure defense applications. The Mobile Data Communications segment provides mobile satellite transceivers, and computers and satellite earth station network gateways and associated installation, training, and maintenance services; supplies and operates satellite packet data networks, including arranging and providing satellite capacity; and offers microsatellites and related components. The RF Microwave Amplifiers segment designs, develops, manufactures, and markets satellite earth station traveling wave tube amplifiers (TWTA) and broadband amplifiers. Its amplifiers are used in broadcast and broadband satellite communication; defense applications, such as telecommunications systems and electronic warfare systems; and commercial applications comprising oncology treatment systems, as well as to amplify signals carrying voice, video, or data for air-to-satellite-to-ground communications. The company serves satellite systems integrators, wireless and other communication service providers, broadcasters, defense contractors, military, governments, and oil companies. Comtech markets its products through independent representatives and value-added resellers. The company was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Melville, New York.

Joe Gomes, Managing Director, Equity Research Analyst, Generalist , Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

Joshua Zoepfel, Research Associate, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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New Order. Comtech announced a $20.0 million order from the Company’s UK-based partner, Spectra Group. The order will allow Spectra Group, the appointed regional distributor of Comtech’s Compact Over-the-Horizon Transportable Terminal (COMET), to service multiple orders already received, and several expected follow-on orders from undisclosed customers in the NATO and European regions. In September 2023, Spectra Group announced the receipt of a $8.0 million order from UK MoD to equip 3 (UK) Division with Comtech’s COMET systems.

COMET. The COMET system is designed to be easily integrated with other Department of Defense (DoD) and coalition tactical, mobile, and fixed communications systems to provide resilient, secure beyond-line-of-sight (BLOS) capabilities in some of the world’s most challenging environments.


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Release – Comtech Receives $20.0 Million Order from Spectra Group to Service Multiple NATO and European Regional Orders for Next Generation Troposcatter Systems

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BY THE COMTECH EDITORIAL TEAM – NOV 9, 2023 | 3 MIN READ

MELVILLE, N.Y. — November 9, 2023 — Comtech (NASDAQ: CMTL), a global technology leader, announced today, the receipt of a $20.0 million order from the company’s UK-based partners, Spectra Group. The order will allow Spectra Group, the appointed regional distributor of Comtech’s Compact Over-the-Horizon Transportable Terminal (COMET), to service multiple orders already received, and several expected follow-on orders from undisclosed customers in the NATO and European regions.

Comtech’s feature-rich, network agnostic COMET system is designed to be easily integrated with other Department of Defense (DoD) and coalition tactical, mobile, and fixed communications systems to provide resilient, secure beyond-line-of-sight (BLOS) capabilities in some of the world’s most challenging environments. Each Comtech COMET is an end-to-end, rapidly deployable BLOS system that utilizes a single fully integrated Troposcatter hub, which includes the company’s CS67PLUS Troposcatter radio. The CS67PLUS is also embedded across each of Comtech’s next generation Family of Systems (FoS).

“Through this order from Spectra Group, Comtech is helping expand network agnostic, secure, and interoperable BLOS communications capabilities for our NATO and EU regional partners,” said Ken Peterman, President and CEO, Comtech. “As the DoD looks to enhance interoperable communications capabilities for coalition operations, Comtech’s Troposcatter FoS are uniquely designed to bring forward blended BLOS capabilities needed to enhance mission effectiveness and deter near-peer threats in all-domain environments.”

“These multiple customers for whom we’ve placed this order for stock, prove the confidence in Comtech’s COMET Troposcatter system and underline Comtech as being a world leader in this technology,” said Simon Davies, CEO, Spectra Group. “The COMET Troposcatter system provides low latency, high throughput BLOS communications in austere environments in what is a challenging satellite denied environment against a sophisticated enemy with a high electronic warfare capability. I’m delighted to be working with Comtech as their appointed distributor helping them to reach new customers with COMET.”

Comtech’s next generation Troposcatter FoS, which includes the company’s market leading COMET systems, provide military operators and other end users with innovative BLOS capabilities by scattering microwave radio signals off the upper layers of the troposphere. Today, we believe Comtech has the most deployed next generation Troposcatter systems in the world, which will help the DoD and coalition nations move to blended networks that can support Combined Joint All-Domain Command and Control (CJADC2) operations.

In September 2023, Spectra Group announced the receipt of a $8.0 million order from UK MoD to equip 3 (UK) Division with Comtech’s COMET systems. Spectra Group is now close to receiving additional orders for large quantities of Comtech’s COMET systems from other key NATO and European regional customers.

About Comtech

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading global technology company providing terrestrial and wireless network solutions, next-generation 9-1-1 emergency services, satellite and space communications technologies, and cloud native capabilities to commercial and government customers around the world. Our unique culture of innovation and employee empowerment unleashes a relentless passion for customer success. With multiple facilities located in technology corridors throughout the United States and around the world, Comtech leverages our global presence, technology leadership, and decades of experience to create the world’s most innovative communications solutions.For more information, please visit www.comtech.com.

About Spectra Group (UK) Ltd

Spectra has a proven record of accomplishment – with over 15 years of experience in delivering solutions for governments around the globe; elite militaries; and private enterprises of all sizes. As a dynamic, agile, security accredited organisation, Spectra can leverage this experience to deliver Cyber Advisory and secure Hosted and Managed Solutions on time, to spec and on budget, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices. Spectra’s gold-level partnerships with third-party vendors ensure best value and leading edge technology is used. On 23 November 2017, Spectra Group (UK) Ltd announced that it had recently been listed as a Top 100 Government SME Supplier for 2015-2016 by the UK Crown Commercial Services. Spectra Group (US) Inc was established in 2018 to directly support the US market.

Spectra Group were awarded the 5-year contact to be the UK distributor of Troposcatter COMET for US company COMTECH Systems Inc in late 2019. Comtech is a leading global provider of next-generation 911 emergency systems and critical wireless and satellite communication technologies.

Spectra’s CEO, Simon Davies, was awarded 2017 Businessman of the Year by Battlespace magazine.

Spectra was awarded the prestigious Queen’s Award for Enterprise (Innovation) in 2019 for SlingShot. Founded in 2002, the Company is based in Hereford, UK and holds ISO 9001:2015, ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials Plus accreditation.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain information in this press release contains statements that are forward-looking in nature and involve certain significant risks and uncertainties. Actual results and performance could differ materially from such forward-looking information. The Company’s Securities and Exchange Commission filings identify many such risks and uncertainties. Any forward-looking information in this press release is qualified in its entirety by the risks and uncertainties described in such Securities and Exchange Commission filings.

PCMTL

Investor Relations

Robert Samuels

631-962-7102

robert.samuels@comtech.com

Media Contact

Jamie Clegg

480-532-2523

jamie.clegg@comtech.com

Release – Stellant Closes Acquisition of Power Systems Technology Product Line from Comtech

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BY THE COMTECH EDITORIAL TEAM – NOV 7, 2023 | 3 MIN READ

TORRANCE, Calif. & MELVILLE, N.Y. — Nov. 7, 2023 — Stellant Systems, Inc. (Stellant) and Comtech (NASDAQ: CMTL), both global technology leaders, announced today that the companies have closed, effective November 7, 2023, on the previously announced sale of Comtech’s Power Systems Technology (PST) product line. Stellant is a portfolio company of Arlington Capital Partners, a Washington D.C.-area private equity firm with extensive experience investing in regulated industries.

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Net cash proceeds received at closing by Comtech approximated $32.5 million and were used in part by Comtech to pay down outstanding debt on its existing Credit Facility. In connection with the consummation of the closing of the transaction, Comtech entered into a Third Amended and Restated Credit Agreement with its existing lenders and a Second Amended and Restated Certificate of Designations with its existing Series A convertible preferred shareholders, who both consented to the transaction. Comtech will provide financial and other information concerning the impact of the PST transaction during its next regularly scheduled quarterly earnings conference call to review the results of its fiscal quarter ended October 31, 2023, the exact date and time of which will be announced in advance.

About Stellant Systems, Inc.

Stellant Systems is a premier manufacturer of critical spectrum and RF power amplification systems to the space, defense, medical, science and industrial markets for both domestic and international customers. Stellant has three domestic manufacturing facilities and nearly 1,000 employees. For more information, visit www.Stellantsystems.com.

About Comtech

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading global technology company providing terrestrial and wireless network solutions, next-generation 9-1-1 emergency services, satellite and space communications technologies, and cloud native capabilities to commercial and government customers around the world. Our unique culture of innovation and employee empowerment unleashes a relentless passion for customer success. With multiple facilities located in technology corridors throughout the United States and around the world, Comtech leverages our global presence, technology leadership, and decades of experience to create the world’s most innovative communications solutions.For more information, please visit www.comtech.com.

About Arlington Capital Partners

Arlington Capital Partners is a Washington, DC-based private equity firm that has managed approximately $7 billion in capital commitments. Arlington is focused on middle market investment opportunities in growth industries including government services and technology, aerospace & defense, healthcare, and business services and software. The firm’s professionals and network have a unique combination of operating and private equity experience that enable Arlington to be a value-added investor. Arlington invests in companies in partnership with high quality management teams that are motivated to establish and/or advance their company’s position as leading competitors in their field. For more information, visit Arlington Capital’s website at arlingtoncap.com and follow Arlington on LinkedIn.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain information in this press release contains forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements can be identified by words such as: “will,” “intend,” “expect,” and similar references to future periods. Forward-looking statements by their nature address matters that are, to different degrees, uncertain, such as statements about the consummation of the transaction and the anticipated benefits thereof. All such forward-looking statements are based upon current plans, estimates, expectations and ambitions that are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions, many of which are beyond the control of Stellant and Comtech, that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in such forward-looking statements. Important risk factors that may cause such a difference include, but are not limited to: anticipated tax treatment, unforeseen liabilities, the possibility that any of the anticipated benefits of the transaction will not be realized or will not be realized within the expected time period, and other factors as described in Comtech’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including those under the heading “Risk Factors” in Comtech’s most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K. Stellant and Comtech do not intend to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements, whether because of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by law.

PCMTL

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Comtech Telecommunications (CMTL) – A Transformational Year

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. engages in the design, development, production, and marketing of products, systems, and services for advanced communications solutions in the United States and internationally. It operates in three segments: Telecommunications Transmission, Mobile Data Communications, and RF Microwave Amplifiers. The Telecommunications Transmission segment provides satellite earth station equipment and systems, over-the-horizon microwave systems, and forward error correction technology, which are used in various commercial and government applications, including backhaul of wireless and cellular traffic, broadcasting (including HDTV), IP-based communications traffic, long distance telephony, and secure defense applications. The Mobile Data Communications segment provides mobile satellite transceivers, and computers and satellite earth station network gateways and associated installation, training, and maintenance services; supplies and operates satellite packet data networks, including arranging and providing satellite capacity; and offers microsatellites and related components. The RF Microwave Amplifiers segment designs, develops, manufactures, and markets satellite earth station traveling wave tube amplifiers (TWTA) and broadband amplifiers. Its amplifiers are used in broadcast and broadband satellite communication; defense applications, such as telecommunications systems and electronic warfare systems; and commercial applications comprising oncology treatment systems, as well as to amplify signals carrying voice, video, or data for air-to-satellite-to-ground communications. The company serves satellite systems integrators, wireless and other communication service providers, broadcasters, defense contractors, military, governments, and oil companies. Comtech markets its products through independent representatives and value-added resellers. The company was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Melville, New York.

Joe Gomes, Managing Director, Equity Research Analyst, Generalist , Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

Joshua Zoepfel, Research Associate, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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4Q23 Results. Revenue of $148.8 million was up 9.2% sequentially, well above the management’s 1%-4% projected sequential growth. Y-o-Y revenue was up 17.2%. We were at $140 million. Adjusted EBITDA totaled $18.9 million, versus $12.7 million in 4Q22. We were at $13.4 million. Comtech reported a net loss of $5.3 million, or a loss of $0.19 per share, compared to a net loss of $6.9 million, or $0.26 per share last year. Adjusted EPS was $0.29 versus $0.24. We had forecast a net loss of $8.2 million, or a loss of $0.29 per share, and adjusted EPS of $0.21.

Transformational Year. We believe FY23 was a transformational year for Comtech. The business structure has been simplified, synergies are becoming apparent, cost savings can be seen in the operating results, and major new contract awards provide a solid foundation for future growth.


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Comtech Telecommunications (CMTL) – Major New Awards

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. engages in the design, development, production, and marketing of products, systems, and services for advanced communications solutions in the United States and internationally. It operates in three segments: Telecommunications Transmission, Mobile Data Communications, and RF Microwave Amplifiers. The Telecommunications Transmission segment provides satellite earth station equipment and systems, over-the-horizon microwave systems, and forward error correction technology, which are used in various commercial and government applications, including backhaul of wireless and cellular traffic, broadcasting (including HDTV), IP-based communications traffic, long distance telephony, and secure defense applications. The Mobile Data Communications segment provides mobile satellite transceivers, and computers and satellite earth station network gateways and associated installation, training, and maintenance services; supplies and operates satellite packet data networks, including arranging and providing satellite capacity; and offers microsatellites and related components. The RF Microwave Amplifiers segment designs, develops, manufactures, and markets satellite earth station traveling wave tube amplifiers (TWTA) and broadband amplifiers. Its amplifiers are used in broadcast and broadband satellite communication; defense applications, such as telecommunications systems and electronic warfare systems; and commercial applications comprising oncology treatment systems, as well as to amplify signals carrying voice, video, or data for air-to-satellite-to-ground communications. The company serves satellite systems integrators, wireless and other communication service providers, broadcasters, defense contractors, military, governments, and oil companies. Comtech markets its products through independent representatives and value-added resellers. The company was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Melville, New York.

Joe Gomes, Managing Director, Equity Research Analyst, Generalist , Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

Joshua Zoepfel, Research Associate, Noble Capital Markets, Inc.

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U.S. Army Award. Yesterday, Comtech announced that it was recently awarded a U.S. Army contract with a maximum ceiling value of $544 million. The task order was awarded on Comtech’s existing contract with the U.S. Army, which leverages the ten-year, $5.1 billion Global Tactical Communications Systems II IDIQ contract vehicle.

Details. Under the contract, Comtech will provide onsite professional engineering services as well as supply and support the Company’s market leading satellite and terrestrial networking communications technologies for the Project Manager Tactical Network for the Global Field Service Representative (GFSR) support program. The GFSR program provides ongoing communications and IT infrastructure support for the Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, and NATO-enabling U.S. and coalition forces to maintain robust, resilient, and secure connectivity for global all-domain operations in all environments.


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Release – Comtech Receives U.S. Army Contract with $544 Million Ceiling to Provide Communications and Engineering Support Services

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MELVILLE, N.Y. –
Oct. 9, 2023– Comtech (NASDAQ: CMTL) announced today that it was recently awarded a U.S. Army contract with a maximum ceiling value of $544 million.

Under the contract, Comtech will provide onsite professional engineering services, as well as supply and support the company’s market leading satellite and terrestrial networking communications technologies for the Project Manager (PM) Tactical Network (TN) for the Global Field Service Representative (GFSR) support program.

The GFSR program provides ongoing communications and IT infrastructure support for the Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, and NATO-enabling U.S. and coalition forces to maintain robust, resilient, and secure connectivity for global all-domain operations in all environments.

“This contract award further demonstrates the differentiated value of our networked communications technologies, as well as the unique, comprehensive domain expertise of our people providing professional engineering services for critical U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) missions across a comprehensive array of government programs,” said Ken Peterman, President and CEO, Comtech. “Comtech’s professional engineering services and our extensive portfolio of resilient, blended, smart-enabled networked communications technologies will help the DoD and coalition partners maintain an assured information advantage in an age of Combined Joint All Domain Command and Control (CJADC2) operations.”

This task order was awarded on Comtech’s existing contract with the U.S. Army, which leverages the ten-year, $5.1 billion Global Tactical Communications Systems (GTACS) II indefinite delivery / indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract vehicle. Comtech was initially selected as one of multiple GTACS II IDIQ awardees in 2020. The GTACS II contract is designed to support of the Program Executive Office Command, Control and Communications-Tactical (PEO C3T), and PM TN. GTACS II provides the rapid acquisition of a wide range of C3T hardware, software, engineering services and logistics support services with an emphasis on tactical satellite communications.

Comtech’s portfolio of defense technologies and services, including those provided under this contract, are uniquely positioned to deliver capabilities that will enhance CJADC2 operations. The company has extensive experience developing and deploying customized, interoperable, robust, and resilient communications systems for all branches of the DoD and coalition forces. Comtech’s expansive portfolio of defense and security technologies is designed to continuously evolve over time to meet emerging Command, Control, Computers, Communications, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C5ISR) use cases and enhance mission effectiveness in future all-domain command and control operations.

About Comtech

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading global technology company providing terrestrial and wireless network solutions, next-generation 9-1-1 emergency services, satellite and space communications technologies, and cloud native capabilities to commercial and government customers around the world. Our unique culture of innovation and employee empowerment unleashes a relentless passion for customer success. With multiple facilities located in technology corridors throughout the United States and around the world, Comtech leverages our global presence, technology leadership, and decades of experience to create the world’s most innovative communications solutions.For more information, please visit www.comtech.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain information in this press release contains statements that are forward-looking in nature and involve certain significant risks and uncertainties. Actual results and performance could differ materially from such forward-looking information. The Company’s Securities and Exchange Commission filings identify many such risks and uncertainties. Any forward-looking information in this press release is qualified in its entirety by the risks and uncertainties described in such Securities and Exchange Commission filings.

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Robert Samuels

631-962-7102

robert.samuels@comtech.com

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Jamie Clegg

480-532-2523

jamie.clegg@comtech.com

Release – Comtech to Report Fourth Quarter Fiscal 2023 Results on October 12, 2023

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BY THE COMTECH EDITORIAL TEAM – OCT 3, 2023 | 2 MIN READ

MELVILLE, N.Y. –
October 3, 2023– Comtech (NASDAQ: CMTL) today announced that it plans to release its fourth quarter fiscal 2023 and full year results after the market closes on Thursday, October 12, 2023.

At 5:00 p.m. ET that day, Ken Peterman, Comtech’s Chief Executive Officer and President, will hold a conference call to discuss the Company’s fourth quarter fiscal 2023 and full year results, operations, and business trends. A real-time webcast of the call will be available to the public at the investor relations section of the Comtech web site at www.comtech.com. Alternatively, investors can access the conference call by dialing (800) 579-2543 (domestic) or (785) 424-1789 (international) and using the conference I.D. of “Comtech.” A replay of the call will also be available by dialing (800) 839-3020 or (402) 220-7234 through Thursday, October 26, 2023.

About Comtech

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading global technology company providing terrestrial and wireless network solutions, next-generation 9-1-1 emergency services, satellite and space communications technologies, and cloud native capabilities to commercial and government customers around the world. Our unique culture of innovation and employee empowerment unleashes a relentless passion for customer success. With multiple facilities located in technology corridors throughout the United States and around the world, Comtech leverages our global presence, technology leadership, and decades of experience to create the world’s most innovative communications solutions.For more information, please visit www.comtech.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain information in this press release contains statements that are forward-looking in nature and involve certain significant risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially from such forward-looking information. The Company’s Securities and Exchange Commission filings identify many such risks and uncertainties. Any forward-looking information in this press release is qualified in its entirety by the risks and uncertainties described in such Securities and Exchange Commission filings.

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robert.samuels@comtech.com

Release – U.S. Army Awards Comtech $48.6 Million for Next Generation EDIM SATCOM Solutions

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BY THE COMTECH EDITORIAL TEAM – OCT 3, 2023 | 2 MIN READ

Comtech EDIM to Become One of the Primary Solutions Used for U.S. Military SATCOM

MELVILLE, N.Y. –
October 3, 2023– Comtech (NASDAQ: CMTL) announced today the company was recently awarded a $48.6 million contract to deliver Enterprise Digital Intermediate Frequency Multi-Carrier (EDIM) modems in support of U.S. Army satellite communications (SATCOM) digitization and modernization programs.

Under the contract, Comtech will design, develop, test, and deliver EDIM units and provide hardware, software, and sustainment services to support performance enhancements for EDIM solutions. Comtech’s EDIM modems are designed to support multiple satellite providers and will become one of the primary modems used for U.S. military SATCOM.Comtech’s EDIM modems will also replace the aging Enhanced Bandwidth Efficient Modem (EBEM) currently supporting Army, Navy, and Air Force SATCOM users with an advanced digital and software-defined platform.

“Our EDIM SATCOM modems are designed to enable the Department of Defense (DoD) to move to digitized, hybrid satellite network architectures-enabling warfighters to easily roam across orbital regimes and blend capabilities from traditionally disparate networks to maintain an information advantage in the world’s most challenging geographies,” said Ken Peterman, President and CEO, Comtech. “This strategic contract award further illustrates the trust of our DoD customers and Comtech’s ability to deliver innovative software-defined solutions that meet the mission demands of today and can easily adapt to meet the operational needs of the future. Our EDIM modems are designed to continuously evolve over time with the ability to introduce performance enhancements and new blended services that can reduce operator burden and significantly enhance all-domain mission effectiveness.”

Built on open architecture standards, Comtech’s EDIM solutions are designed to be easily integrated with other terrestrial and non-terrestrial communications systems to enabled unified hybrid network infrastructures that will bring forward a new era of blended, smart-enabled connectivity.

Comtech’s portfolio of defense technologies and services, including those provided under this contract, are uniquely designed to align with Space Force Enterprise SATCOM vision and deliver capabilities that will enhance Combined Joint All Domain Command and Control operations. Comtech’s expansive portfolio of defense and security technologies is designed to continuously evolve over time to enable digitalized SATCOM ground network infrastructures; introduce 5G, 5G advanced and 6G capabilities; and integrate Comtech’s proven Dynamic Cloud Platform services across blended terrestrial, non-terrestrial, military and commercial networks to significantly enhance mission effectiveness in future all-domain operations.

About Comtech

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading global technology company providing terrestrial and wireless network solutions, next-generation 9-1-1 emergency services, satellite and space communications technologies, and cloud native capabilities to commercial and government customers around the world. Our unique culture of innovation and employee empowerment unleashes a relentless passion for customer success. With multiple facilities located in technology corridors throughout the United States and around the world, Comtech leverages our global presence, technology leadership, and decades of experience to create the world’s most innovative communications solutions.For more information, please visit www.comtech.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain information in this press release contains statements that are forward-looking in nature and involve certain significant risks and uncertainties. Actual results and performance could differ materially from such forward-looking information. The Company’s Securities and Exchange Commission filings identify many such risks and uncertainties. Any forward-looking information in this press release is qualified in its entirety by the risks and uncertainties described in such Securities and Exchange Commission filings.

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Investor Relations

Robert Samuels

631-962-7102

robert.samuels@comtech.com

Media Contact

Jamie Clegg

480-532-2523

jamie.clegg@comtech.com

Release – Comtech Launches Network Agnostic Dynamic Cloud Platform for Satellite Providers

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BY THE COMTECH EDITORIAL TEAM – SEP 14, 2023 | 2 MIN READ

MELVILLE, N.Y. –
September 14, 2023 — Comtech (NASDAQ: CMTL) announced today its Dynamic Cloud Platform (DCP) is now available for commercial and government satellite service providers in U.S. and international markets.

Comtech’s DCP will enable traditionally disparate satellite systems and ground station infrastructures to be easily integrated, creating a new path to introduce cloud-based applications, waveforms, and services. The company’s DCP is designed to be infrastructure, cloud, and application agnostic-allowing satellite customers to easily orchestrate, integrate, and manage a wide variety of applications, waveforms, and services across private, public, and hybrid cloud-based networks.

“We have proven and extensive experience integrating a variety of 5G technologies levering Comtech’s DCP for a number of terrestrial and wireless customers, including tier-1 mobile network operators,” said Ken Peterman, President and CEO, Comtech. “Now, our DCP is expanding into the satellite and space market-opening the door for commercial and government customers to integrate new network agnostic waveforms and applications that will help usher in a new era of ubiquitous, smart-enabled connectivity.”

Comtech is conducting trials and initial testing that will enable multiple satellite-based waveforms to be deployed using DCP across different cloud-based infrastructures. As part of the launch, Comtech’s DCP now offers a unique satellite-based software development kit to allow for the integration of virtualized ground stations and other applications across cloud networks. Comtech is also offering professional services to assist satellite customers with the integration of new applications on its DCP.

About Comtech

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a leading global technology company providing terrestrial and wireless network solutions, next-generation 9-1-1 emergency services, satellite and space communications technologies, and cloud native capabilities to commercial and government customers around the world. Our unique culture of innovation and employee empowerment unleashes a relentless passion for customer success. With multiple facilities located in technology corridors throughout the United States and around the world, Comtech leverages our global presence, technology leadership, and decades of experience to create the world’s most innovative communications solutions.For more information, please visit www.comtech.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain information in this press release contains statements that are forward-looking in nature and involve certain significant risks and uncertainties. Actual results and performance could differ materially from such forward-looking information. The Company’s Securities and Exchange Commission filings identify many such risks and uncertainties. Any forward-looking information in this press release is qualified in its entirety by the risks and uncertainties described in such Securities and Exchange Commission filings.

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Investor Relations

Robert Samuels

631-962-7102

robert.samuels@comtech.com

Media Contact

Jamie Clegg

480-532-2523

jamie.clegg@comtech.com