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ASTS 8-K: Material agreement

Filed with the SEC on · accession 0001493152-26-050865

ASTS filed a 8-K (current report) with the SEC on Nov 10, 2026. AST SpaceMobile and Rakuten established a joint venture called 'Rakuten AST' to build a direct-to-device (D2D) satellite communications network in Japan.

Summary of the filing

AST SpaceMobile and Rakuten established a joint venture called 'Rakuten AST' to build a direct-to-device (D2D) satellite communications network in Japan. The announcement was made via a press release furnished under Item 7.01 (Regulation FD).

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Key details

Joint venture partner and registrantAST SpaceMobile, Inc.
Joint venture partnerRakuten
Newly established joint ventureRakuten AST
Chief financial officer and chief legal officerAndrew M. Johnson

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Frequently asked questions

What did ASTS file with the SEC on Nov 10, 2026?

ASTS filed a 8-K (Material agreement). AST SpaceMobile and Rakuten established a joint venture called 'Rakuten AST' to build a direct-to-device (D2D) satellite communications network in Japan. The announcement was made via a press release furnished under Item 7.01 (Regulation FD).

What does a material agreement mean for ASTS stock?

A contract important enough that investors need to know about it — a big customer contract, a loan, a merger agreement or a partnership.

How do I read a 8-K?

A report of a major event, filed within four business days: results, deals, leadership changes, bankruptcy and more. The "Item" number tells you the topic (e.g. 2.02 results, 5.02 executive change, 1.01 new agreement, 1.03 bankruptcy). Exhibits (99.1 press release) usually hold the details.

Why are SEC filings important?

Public companies must tell the SEC about anything that can change their value — results, leadership changes, big deals, new shares, bankruptcy. Filings are the official source, often before the news. A 8-K (current report): A report of a major event, filed within four business days: results, deals, leadership changes, bankruptcy and more.

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