Stock Market Today, Oct. 9: AT&T Slides on SpaceX Spectrum Deal Threat
SpaceX's acquisition of 800 MHz low-band spectrum fueled wireless competition fears, sending AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile sharply lower, today, Oct. 9, 2026.
On October 9, AT&T's stock took a significant hit, closing at $22.17, marking a 9.81% decline. The wireless and fiber connectivity giant's stock slide was primarily driven by concerns over potential competition from SpaceX's spectrum deal. Investors are closely monitoring the company's third-quarter earnings and subscriber trends to gauge the impact of this news. Trading volume for AT&T's shares reached 140.3 million, an increase of about 182% compared to its three-month average of 49.8 million shares.
Meanwhile, other communication sector peers also experienced declines. Verizon Communications (VZ) closed at $41.65, down 8.75%, while T-Mobile US (TMUS) closed at $148.58, down 13.27%. The SpaceX spectrum deal has cast a shadow over the competitive landscape, raising concerns for wireless providers. The news has hit AT&T and its rivals hard, as it undermines one key aspect of their investment cases – the competitive environment.
As investors digest the implications of this development, they are watching closely for guidance on Q3 earnings and subscriber trends.
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