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WOW(WOW) - 2022 Q3 - Quarterly Report
2022-11-03 11:05
PART I. Financial Information [Item 1: Financial Statements (Unaudited)](index=5&type=section&id=Item%201%3A%20Financial%20Statements%20%28Unaudited%29) This section details WideOpenWest, Inc.'s unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements, highlighting asset and liability changes, net income reduction, and a shift in operating cash flow due to asset sales [Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets](index=5&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheets) | Metric | Sep 30, 2022 (in millions) | Dec 31, 2021 (in millions) | Change (in millions) | | :-------------------------------- | :------------------------- | :------------------------- | :------------------- | | Total Assets | $1,747.0 | $1,906.7 | $(159.7) | | Cash and cash equivalents | $45.3 | $193.2 | $(147.9) | | Total Liabilities | $1,154.0 | $1,335.9 | $(181.9) | | Accrued liabilities and other | $59.4 | $218.7 | $(159.3) | | Long-term debt and finance lease obligations, net | $718.0 | $723.5 | $(5.5) | | Total Stockholders' Equity | $593.0 | $570.8 | $22.2 | [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations](index=7&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Operations) | Metric | 3 Months Ended Sep 30, 2022 (in millions) | 3 Months Ended Sep 30, 2021 (in millions) | 9 Months Ended Sep 30, 2022 (in millions) | 9 Months Ended Sep 30, 2021 (in millions) | | :------------------------------------------ | :---------------------------------------- | :---------------------------------------- | :---------------------------------------- | :---------------------------------------- | | Revenue | $173.7 | $184.0 | $524.4 | $547.4 | | Income from operations | $9.9 | $3.5 | $24.8 | $1.7 | | Interest expense | $(10.5) | $(22.4) | $(25.8) | $(82.6) | | Income (loss) from continuing operations before tax | $0.9 | $(17.0) | $14.7 | $(78.5) | | Income (loss) from continuing operations | $0.5 | $(21.2) | $10.2 | $(66.4) | | Income from discontinued operations, net of tax | — | $539.1 | — | $606.3 | | Net income | $0.5 | $517.9 | $10.2 | $539.9 | | Basic EPS - continuing operations | $0.01 | $(0.26) | $0.12 | $(0.80) | | Diluted EPS - continuing operations | $0.01 | $(0.26) | $0.12 | $(0.80) | | Basic EPS - discontinued operations | — | $6.50 | — | $7.34 | | Diluted EPS - discontinued operations | — | $6.50 | — | $7.34 | | Basic EPS | $0.01 | $6.24 | $0.12 | $6.54 | | Diluted EPS | $0.01 | $6.24 | $0.12 | $6.54 | [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income](index=8&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Comprehensive%20Income) | Metric | 3 Months Ended Sep 30, 2022 (in millions) | 3 Months Ended Sep 30, 2021 (in millions) | 9 Months Ended Sep 30, 2022 (in millions) | 9 Months Ended Sep 30, 2021 (in millions) | | :-------------------------------- | :---------------------------------------- | :---------------------------------------- | :---------------------------------------- | :---------------------------------------- | | Net income | $0.5 | $517.9 | $10.2 | $539.9 | | Unrealized gain on derivative instrument, net of tax | — | — | — | $6.5 | | Comprehensive income | $0.5 | $517.9 | $10.2 | $546.4 | [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholders' Equity](index=9&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Changes%20in%20Stockholders%27%20Equity) | Metric | Jan 1, 2022 (in millions) | Sep 30, 2022 (in millions) | Change (in millions) | | :-------------------------- | :------------------------ | :------------------------ | :------------------- | | Total Stockholders' Equity | $570.8 | $593.0 | $22.2 | | Stock-based compensation | — | $19.0 (YTD) | $19.0 | | Net income | — | $10.2 (YTD) | $10.2 | | Purchase of shares | — | $(7.0) (YTD) | $(7.0) | [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows](index=10&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows) | Metric | 9 Months Ended Sep 30, 2022 (in millions) | 9 Months Ended Sep 30, 2021 (in millions) | Change (in millions) | | :------------------------------------------ | :---------------------------------------- | :---------------------------------------- | :------------------- | | Net cash (used in) provided by operating activities | $(12.8) | $239.5 | $(252.3) | | Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities | $(113.2) | $946.4 | $(1,059.6) | | Net cash used in financing activities | $(21.9) | $(1,138.7) | $1,116.8 | | (Decrease) increase in cash and cash equivalents | $(147.9) | $47.2 | $(195.1) | | Cash and cash equivalents, end of period | $45.3 | $59.6 | $(14.3) | | Capital expenditures | $(114.5) | $(167.4) | $52.9 | | Proceeds from sale of Ohio markets, net | — | $1,112.5 | $(1,112.5) | | Cash paid for interest | $24.3 | $81.9 | $(57.6) | | Cash paid for income taxes, net | $142.7 | $2.2 | $140.5 | [Notes to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements](index=11&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20the%20Condensed%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) - The company operates as one reportable segment, offering high-speed data (HSD), cable television (Video), and digital telephony (Telephony) services in 14 U.S. markets[21](index=21&type=chunk)[22](index=22&type=chunk) - The 2021 sales of Cleveland, Columbus, Chicago, Evansville, and Baltimore markets are presented as discontinued operations, significantly impacting prior year's financial results[28](index=28&type=chunk)[105](index=105&type=chunk) - Revenue from contracts with customers is primarily from monthly recurring subscription fees, accounting for **93% of total revenue** for the nine months ended September 30, 2022 and 2021[85](index=85&type=chunk) - Long-term debt was refinanced in December 2021, consisting of a **$730.0 million Term Loan B** and a **$250.0 million revolving credit commitment**, secured by substantially all company assets[46](index=46&type=chunk) - Stock-based compensation expense for the nine months ended September 30, 2022, was **$18.5 million**, up from **$11.6 million** in the prior year[57](index=57&type=chunk) - The company is vigorously defending against a Sprint patent infringement claim related to VoIP services, with trial scheduled for April 24, 2023[71](index=71&type=chunk) [Item 2: Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=28&type=section&id=Item%202%3A%20Management%27s%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) WOW is pursuing a 'broadband first' strategy with network expansion, experiencing decreased revenue from continuing operations but improved operating income due to expense reductions and debt refinancing [Overview](index=28&type=section&id=Overview) - WOW is a leading broadband services provider offering HSD, Video, and Telephony services to residential and business customers in 14 U.S. markets[75](index=75&type=chunk) - The core strategy is 'broadband first,' with approximately **99% of the network** offering HSD speeds up to 1 GIG, and a recently launched 1.2 GIG HSD tier[77](index=77&type=chunk)[78](index=78&type=chunk) - The company is experiencing strong demand for HSD service, with approximately **88% of new connections being HSD-only** and **76% of HSD-only new connections purchasing 500MB or higher speeds** in Q3 2022, a **24% increase year-over-year**[78](index=78&type=chunk) - Focus is on greenfield initiatives to expand the network into new, non-adjacent locations, including Seminole County and Orange County, Florida, and Greenville County, South Carolina[79](index=79&type=chunk) [Key Transactions Impacting Operating Results and Financial Condition](index=28&type=section&id=Key%20Transactions%20Impactin%20Operating%20Results%20and%20Financial%20Condition) - The company completed the sale of Cleveland and Columbus, Ohio markets on September 1, 2021, and Chicago, Illinois, Evansville, Indiana, and Baltimore, Maryland markets on November 1, 2021[80](index=80&type=chunk) - The majority of the **$1.8 billion net proceeds** were utilized to pay down outstanding debt and refinance the credit agreement in December 2021[80](index=80&type=chunk) - These divestitures strengthened the financial position and will accelerate the broadband-first strategy, including investments in edge-outs, greenfield initiatives, and commercial services[80](index=80&type=chunk) - Term B Loans and Revolving Credit Facility were refinanced on December 20, 2021, with a new **$730.0 million Term Loan B** and a **$250.0 million revolving credit commitment**[81](index=81&type=chunk) [Homes Passed and Subscribers](index=29&type=section&id=Homes%20Passed%20and%20Subscribers) | Metric | Sep 30, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Change (Absolute) | Change (%) | | :---------------- | :----------- | :----------- | :---------------- | :--------- | | Homes passed | 1,886,000 | 1,882,100 | 3,900 | 0.21% | | Total subscribers | 538,100 | 532,900 | 5,200 | 0.98% | | HSD RGUs | 518,600 | 511,700 | 6,900 | 1.35% | | Video RGUs | 129,900 | 150,600 | (20,700) | -13.75% | | Telephony RGUs | 92,900 | 100,000 | (7,100) | -7.10% | | Total RGUs | 741,400 | 762,300 | (20,900) | -2.74% | | Edge-out Metric | Sep 30, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Change (Absolute) | Change (%) | | :---------------------- | :----------- | :----------- | :---------------- | :--------- | | Edge-out Homes passed | 79,100 | 78,200 | 900 | 1.15% | | Edge-out Total subscribers | 19,800 | 19,300 | 500 | 2.59% | | Edge-out HSD RGUs | 19,700 | 19,200 | 500 | 2.60% | [Financial Statement Presentation](index=31&type=section&id=Financial%20Statement%20Presentation) - Operating revenue primarily derives from monthly recurring charges for HSD, Video, Telephony, and other business services[84](index=84&type=chunk) - Subscription fees accounted for **93% of total revenue** for both the nine months ended September 30, 2022 and 2021[85](index=85&type=chunk) - Key expenses include operating (programming, data, network, customer service), selling, general and administrative (salaries, marketing), and depreciation and amortization[86](index=86&type=chunk)[87](index=87&type=chunk)[88](index=88&type=chunk)[89](index=89&type=chunk) - Programming expenses are expected to continue increasing per Video subscriber due to broadcaster demands and media consolidation, which the company cannot fully pass on to customers[90](index=90&type=chunk) [Results of Operations - Continuing Operations](index=32&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations%20-%20Continuing%20Operations) | Metric | 3 Months Ended Sep 30, 2022 (in millions) | 3 Months Ended Sep 30, 2021 (in millions) | Change (%) | 9 Months Ended Sep 30, 2022 (in millions) | 9 Months Ended Sep 30, 2021 (in millions) | Change (%) | | :------------------------------------------ | :---------------------------------------- | :---------------------------------------- | :--------- | :---------------------------------------- | :---------------------------------------- | :--------- | | Total Revenue | $173.7 | $184.0 | -5.60% | $524.4 | $547.4 | -4.20% | | Residential subscription revenue | $132.7 | $142.6 | -6.94% | $402.4 | $424.6 | -5.23% | | Business subscription revenue | $27.7 | $27.7 | 0.00% | $83.2 | $82.3 | 1.09% | | Operating expenses (excl. D&A) | $79.1 | $93.4 | -15.31% | $249.4 | $286.9 | -13.00% | | Selling, general and administrative | $39.7 | $44.8 | -11.40% | $117.3 | $132.8 | -11.67% | | Depreciation and amortization | $45.0 | $42.3 | 6.38% | $132.9 | $126.0 | 5.48% | | Income from operations | $9.9 | $3.5 | 182.86% | $24.8 | $1.7 | 1358.82% | | Interest expense | $(10.5) | $(22.4) | -53.12% | $(25.8) | $(82.6) | -68.77% | | Other income, net | $1.5 | $1.9 | -21.05% | $15.7 | $2.4 | 554.17% | | Net income (loss) | $0.5 | $(21.2) | 102.36% | $10.2 | $(66.4) | 115.36% | - Subscription revenue decreased due to a **$39.8 million shift in service offering mix** (reduction in Video and Telephony RGUs) for the nine months ended September 30, 2022, partially offset by a **$13.3 million increase in ARPU** from HSD customers purchasing higher speed tiers and rate increases[94](index=94&type=chunk) - Operating expenses decreased primarily due to a **$25.7 million reduction in programming expenses**, aligning with the decline in Video RGUs[97](index=97&type=chunk)[99](index=99&type=chunk) - Interest expense decreased significantly due to a lower outstanding principal balance from the December 2021 debt refinancing and the expiration of interest rate swap agreements in May 2021[103](index=103&type=chunk) - Other income increased for the nine-month period primarily due to providing nine months of transition services in 2022 compared to one month in 2021, following the asset sales[104](index=104&type=chunk) [Results of Operations - Discontinued Operations](index=36&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations%20-%20Discontinued%20Operations) | Metric | 3 Months Ended Sep 30, 2021 (in millions) | 9 Months Ended Sep 30, 2021 (in millions) | | :------------------------------------------ | :---------------------------------------- | :---------------------------------------- | | Revenue | $83.7 | $293.9 | | Operating (excluding D&A) | $28.9 | $106.1 | | Selling, general and administrative | $5.2 | $10.7 | | Depreciation and amortization | — | $41.0 | | Income from operations | $49.6 | $136.1 | | Gain on sale of assets, net | $689.9 | $690.1 | | Income tax expense | $(200.4) | $(220.4) | | Net income | $539.1 | $606.3 | | Discontinued Revenue by Service | 3 Months Ended Sep 30, 2021 (in millions) | 9 Months Ended Sep 30, 2021 (in millions) | | :------------------------------ | :---------------------------------------- | :---------------------------------------- | | Residential subscription | $71.5 | $253.0 | | Business subscription | $8.0 | $27.1 | | Total subscription services revenue | $79.5 | $280.1 | - The company entered into transition services agreements with buyers of the divested markets, providing services like IT, network, and business support for up to 12 months with optional extensions[106](index=106&type=chunk) - Income earned under these agreements is presented in other income, net, in continuing operations[32](index=32&type=chunk) [Use of Incremental Contribution](index=38&type=section&id=Use%20of%20Incremental%20Contribution) - Incremental contribution is a non-GAAP metric defined as subscription services revenue less costs directly incurred from third parties for providing such services[111](index=111&type=chunk) - It is used by management to assess financial performance and understand cash flow generation from subscription services[111](index=111&type=chunk) - Incremental contribution from continuing operations increased by **$0.1 million** for the three months ended September 30, 2022, and by **$12.0 million (3%)** for the nine months ended September 30, 2022, compared to the corresponding periods in 2021[98](index=98&type=chunk) - The increase is primarily related to a decrease in programming expense, which fell from **$137.4 million to $111.7 million** for the nine-month period, attributable to the decline in Video RGUs[99](index=99&type=chunk) | Metric | 3 Months Ended Sep 30, 2022 (in millions) | 3 Months Ended Sep 30, 2021 (in millions) | 9 Months Ended Sep 30, 2022 (in millions) | 9 Months Ended Sep 30, 2021 (in millions) | | :-------------------------- | :---------------------------------------- | :---------------------------------------- | :---------------------------------------- | :---------------------------------------- | | Incremental contribution (Continuing) | $122.4 | $122.3 | $363.0 | $351.0 | | Incremental contribution (Total) | $122.4 | $179.5 | $363.0 | $547.0 | [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=40&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Capital%20Resources) - As of September 30, 2022, outstanding consolidated debt was **$736.1 million**, with **$18.1 million** classified as current[115](index=115&type=chunk) - Cash and cash equivalents were **$45.3 million**, and available borrowing capacity under the Revolving Credit Facility was **$245.6 million**[115](index=115&type=chunk) - Management believes existing cash, borrowing capacity, and operating cash flows will provide sufficient resources for the next 12 months[115](index=115&type=chunk) - Net cash used in operating activities was **$12.8 million** for the nine months ended September 30, 2022, compared to **$239.5 million provided** in the prior year, primarily due to income tax payments from asset sales[119](index=119&type=chunk) - Net cash used in investing activities was **$113.2 million** for the nine months ended September 30, 2022, compared to **$946.4 million provided** in the prior year, mainly due to the absence of proceeds from asset sales[120](index=120&type=chunk) - Capital expenditures for continuing operations decreased by **$11.7 million** to **$114.5 million** for the nine months ended September 30, 2022, driven by reductions in network enhancement and CPE expenditures, offset by increases in line extensions and greenfield initiatives[121](index=121&type=chunk)[123](index=123&type=chunk) | Capital Expenditure Category | 9 Months Ended Sep 30, 2022 (in millions) | 9 Months Ended Sep 30, 2021 (in millions) | Change (in millions) | | :--------------------------- | :---------------------------------------- | :---------------------------------------- | :------------------- | | Customer premise equipment | $48.1 | $55.2 | $(7.1) | | Scalable infrastructure | $23.8 | $30.3 | $(6.5) | | Line extensions | $16.7 | $11.5 | $5.2 | | Support capital and other | $25.9 | $29.2 | $(3.3) | | Total Capital Expenditures (Continuing) | $114.5 | $126.2 | $(11.7) | | Edge-outs | $3.4 | $3.2 | $0.2 | | Greenfields | $10.8 | — | $10.8 | [Item 3: Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk](index=42&type=section&id=Item%203%3A%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20about%20Market%20Risk) The company's primary market risk stems from fluctuating interest rates on variable rate debt, with a 100 basis point SOFR increase impacting annual interest expense by $7.2 million - Primary market risk is from fluctuating interest rates on variable rate debt under the Senior Secured Credit Facility[126](index=126&type=chunk) - As of September 30, 2022, Term B Loans bear interest at **SOFR + 3.00%**, and Revolving Credit Facility at **SOFR + 2.75%**[126](index=126&type=chunk) - A hypothetical **100 basis point (1%) change in SOFR** would result in an annual interest expense change of approximately **$7.2 million**[126](index=126&type=chunk) [Item 4: Controls and Procedures](index=43&type=section&id=Item%204%3A%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) Management confirmed the effectiveness of disclosure controls and procedures as of September 30, 2022, with no changes in internal control over financial reporting during Q3 2022 - Disclosure controls and procedures were evaluated and deemed effective as of September 30, 2022[129](index=129&type=chunk) - No changes in internal control over financial reporting occurred during the third quarter of 2022[130](index=130&type=chunk) PART II. Other Information [Item 1: Legal Proceedings](index=44&type=section&id=Item%201%3A%20Legal%20Proceedings) The company faces ongoing legal proceedings, including a Sprint patent infringement claim, but management anticipates no material adverse impact on financial position or operations - Sprint Communications Company L.P. filed a patent infringement claim against the company (and others) related to VoIP services on March 7, 2018[71](index=71&type=chunk) - The company is vigorously defending against the claims and pursuing indemnification from equipment providers; trial is scheduled for April 24, 2023[71](index=71&type=chunk) - Management believes the ultimate resolution of all pending legal matters will not have a material adverse effect on the company's financial position, results of operations, or cash flows[73](index=73&type=chunk) [Item 1A: Risk Factors](index=44&type=section&id=Item%201A%3A%20Risk%20Factors) No material changes were reported to the risk factors previously disclosed in the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021 - No material changes to the risk factors set forth in the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021[134](index=134&type=chunk) [Item 2: Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds](index=44&type=section&id=Item%202%3A%20Unregistered%20Sales%20of%20Equity%20Securities%20and%20Use%20of%20Proceeds) In Q3 2022, WOW repurchased 56,282 shares at an average of $18.03 per share, mainly for tax payments on vested restricted stock awards | Period | Number of Shares Purchased (1) | Average Price Paid per Share | | :---------------- | :----------------------------- | :--------------------------- | | July 1 - 31, 2022 | 2,203 | $18.54 | | August 1 - 31, 2022 | 46,940 | $19.56 | | September 1 - 30, 2022 | 7,139 | $13.99 | | **Total Q3 2022** | **56,282** | **$18.03 (weighted avg)** | - Shares purchased represent shares withheld from employees for the payment of taxes upon the vesting of restricted stock awards[135](index=135&type=chunk) [Item 3: Defaults Upon Senior Securities](index=44&type=section&id=Item%203%3A%20Defaults%20Upon%20Senior%20Securities) The company reported no defaults on its senior securities - No defaults upon senior securities[136](index=136&type=chunk) [Item 4: Mine Safety Disclosures](index=44&type=section&id=Item%204%3A%20Mine%20Safety%20Disclosures) This item is not applicable to the company's operations - Not applicable[137](index=137&type=chunk) [Item 5: Other Information](index=44&type=section&id=Item%205%3A%20Other%20Information) No other information was reported for this item - None[138](index=138&type=chunk) [Item 6: Exhibits](index=45&type=section&id=Item%206%3A%20Exhibits) This section lists exhibits filed with the Form 10-Q, including corporate governance documents, CEO/CFO certifications, and iXBRL financial information - Includes certifications from the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Sections 302 and 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002[140](index=140&type=chunk) - Financial information is formatted in iXBRL (inline eXtensible Business Reporting Language)[140](index=140&type=chunk)
WOW(WOW) - 2022 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2022-08-05 11:06
PART I. [Financial Information](index=5&type=section&id=PART%20I.%20Financial%20Information) [Item 1: Financial Statements (Unaudited)](index=5&type=section&id=Item%201%3A%20Financial%20Statements%20%28Unaudited%29) Unaudited H1 2022 financials show decreased assets, net income shift, and negative operating cash flow due to a large tax payment [Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets](index=5&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheets) Total assets decreased to **\$1,758.1 million** by June 30, 2022, due to reduced cash, with liabilities also decreasing and equity slightly increasing Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet Highlights (in millions) | Account | June 30, 2022 | December 31, 2021 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Assets** | | | | Cash and cash equivalents | \$49.9 | \$193.2 | | Total current assets | \$142.5 | \$282.0 | | Total assets | \$1,758.1 | \$1,906.7 | | **Liabilities & Equity** | | | | Total current liabilities | \$163.9 | \$320.9 | | Long-term debt and finance lease obligations, net | \$720.2 | \$723.5 | | Total liabilities | \$1,171.7 | \$1,335.9 | | Total stockholders' equity | \$586.4 | \$570.8 | [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations](index=7&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Operations) Q2 2022 revenue slightly decreased, but income from continuing operations significantly improved to **\$4.0 million** from a loss, driven by reduced interest expense Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (in millions, except per share data) | Metric | Q2 2022 | Q2 2021 | H1 2022 | H1 2021 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | \$176.1 | \$181.9 | \$350.7 | \$363.4 | | Income (loss) from operations | \$9.9 | \$(1.1) | \$14.9 | \$(1.8) | | Interest expense | \$(7.9) | \$(28.8) | \$(15.3) | \$(60.2) | | Income (loss) from continuing operations | \$4.0 | \$(22.5) | \$9.7 | \$(45.2) | | Net income | \$4.0 | \$12.4 | \$9.7 | \$22.0 | | Diluted EPS - continuing operations | \$0.05 | \$(0.27) | \$0.11 | \$(0.55) | [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows](index=10&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows) Net cash used in operating activities was **\$51.7 million** for H1 2022, a significant decline from prior year, primarily due to a large income tax payment Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (in millions) | Cash Flow Activity | Six Months Ended June 30, 2022 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2021 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net cash (used in) provided by operating activities | \$(51.7) | \$156.9 | | Net cash used in investing activities | \$(75.7) | \$(114.6) | | Net cash used in financing activities | \$(15.9) | \$(31.4) | | **(Decrease) increase in cash and cash equivalents** | **\$(143.3)** | **\$10.9** | - A significant cash payment for income taxes of **\$141.0 million** was made during the first six months of 2022, compared to only **\$1.7 million** in the same period of 2021[20](index=20&type=chunk) [Notes to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements](index=11&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20the%20Condensed%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) Notes detail single operating segment, discontinued operations impact, revenue trends, debt structure, and a pending patent lawsuit - In 2021, the company sold its service areas in Cleveland, Columbus, Chicago, Evansville, and Baltimore. These are now treated as discontinued operations. The company is providing transition services to the buyers, recognizing **\$5.4 million** and **\$13.5 million** in income for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022, respectively[30](index=30&type=chunk)[34](index=34&type=chunk) Revenue by Service Offering (Continuing Operations, in millions) | Service | Q2 2022 | Q2 2021 | H1 2022 | H1 2021 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Residential HSD | \$84.6 | \$81.5 | \$166.9 | \$161.0 | | Residential Video | \$44.7 | \$52.5 | \$90.4 | \$106.1 | | Residential Telephony | \$6.1 | \$7.3 | \$12.4 | \$14.9 | | Business Subscription | \$27.8 | \$27.3 | \$55.5 | \$54.6 | - The company is involved in a patent infringement lawsuit filed by Sprint in 2018 regarding VoIP services. The trial is scheduled for April 24, 2023. The company cannot determine the potential material impact at this time[76](index=76&type=chunk) [Item 2: Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=17&type=section&id=Item%202%3A%20Management%27s%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) Management discusses 'broadband first' strategy, 2021 divestiture impact, Q2 2022 revenue trends, improved operating income, and liquidity challenges - The company's core strategy is 'broadband first,' focusing on HSD services. Approximately **87%** of new connections in H1 2022 were for HSD only[83](index=83&type=chunk)[84](index=84&type=chunk) - WOW is pursuing 'greenfield' initiatives to build all-IP fiber networks in new markets, including Seminole and Orange County, Florida, and Greenville County, South Carolina[85](index=85&type=chunk) - The 2021 sale of five service areas generated **\$1.8 billion** in net proceeds, which was primarily used to pay down debt and refinance the credit agreement, strengthening the company's financial position[86](index=86&type=chunk) [Homes Passed and Subscribers](index=18&type=section&id=Homes%20Passed%20and%20Subscribers) As of June 30, 2022, the company served approximately **536,600** total subscribers, with HSD RGUs growing while Video and Telephony RGUs declined Subscriber and RGU Trends (Continuing Operations) | Metric | Jun 30, 2021 | Dec 31, 2021 | Jun 30, 2022 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total subscribers | 530,500 | 532,900 | 536,600 | | HSD RGUs | 507,900 | 511,700 | 517,200 | | Video RGUs | 169,300 | 150,600 | 135,500 | | Telephony RGUs | 105,600 | 100,000 | 95,200 | [Results of Operations](index=19&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations) Q2 2022 total revenue decreased by **3%** YoY, due to declining Video/Telephony, while operating and interest expenses significantly decreased - Q2 2022 subscription revenue decreased by **\$5.4 million** (**3%**) YoY, driven by a **\$13.5 million** decline from the shift away from Video and Telephony, partially offset by a **\$6.4 million** increase in ARPU as HSD customers chose higher speed tiers[101](index=101&type=chunk) - Operating expenses for Q2 2022 decreased by **\$12.1 million** (**13%**) YoY, mainly due to an **\$8.2 million** reduction in programming expenses, aligning with the decline in Video RGUs[105](index=105&type=chunk) - Interest expense for Q2 2022 decreased by **\$20.9 million** (**73%**) YoY, a direct result of the debt refinancing and lower principal balance following the 2021 asset sales[110](index=110&type=chunk) - Other income increased by **\$6.4 million** in Q2 2022, primarily from income related to the Transition Services Agreements for the sold service areas[112](index=112&type=chunk) [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=24&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Capital%20Resources) As of June 30, 2022, the company had **\$49.9 million** cash and **\$245.6 million** available credit, though operating cash flow was negative due to a large tax payment - The company believes existing cash, available borrowing capacity, and operating cash flows will be sufficient to fund obligations for the next 12 months[122](index=122&type=chunk) - Net cash used in operating activities was **\$51.7 million** for H1 2022, a swing from **\$156.9 million** provided in H1 2021, primarily due to the income tax payment associated with the 2021 asset sales[127](index=127&type=chunk) Capital Expenditures (Continuing Operations, H1 2022, in millions) | Category | H1 2022 | H1 2021 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Customer premise equipment (CPE) | \$33.6 | \$36.5 | | Scalable infrastructure | \$18.1 | \$22.6 | | Line extensions | \$10.2 | \$7.4 | | Support capital and other | \$14.9 | \$19.0 | | **Total** | **\$76.8** | **\$85.5** | - Capital expenditures included **\$5.0 million** for new 'Greenfield' projects and **\$1.9 million** for 'Edge-outs' in H1 2022, reflecting a focus on network expansion[130](index=130&type=chunk)[131](index=131&type=chunk)[133](index=133&type=chunk) [Item 3: Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk](index=26&type=section&id=Item%203%3A%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20about%20Market%20Risk) Primary market risk is interest rate fluctuations on variable-rate debt; a **1%** SOFR increase would raise annual interest expense by **\$7.3 million** - The company's primary market risk is from interest rate changes on its variable rate debt[135](index=135&type=chunk) - A hypothetical **1%** (**100 basis point**) change in SOFR would change annual interest expense by approximately **\$7.3 million**[135](index=135&type=chunk) [Item 4: Controls and Procedures](index=26&type=section&id=Item%204%3A%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) Management concluded disclosure controls were effective as of June 30, 2022, with no material changes to internal controls during Q2 2022 - The CEO and CFO concluded that the company's disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of June 30, 2022[138](index=138&type=chunk) - No material changes were made to the internal control over financial reporting during the second quarter of 2022[139](index=139&type=chunk) PART II. [Other Information](index=27&type=section&id=PART%20II.%20Other%20Information) [Item 1: Legal Proceedings](index=27&type=section&id=Item%201%3A%20Legal%20Proceedings) The company is involved in a patent infringement lawsuit by Sprint related to VoIP services, with a trial scheduled for April 2023 - The company is defending against a patent infringement claim from Sprint related to VoIP services, with a trial scheduled for April 2023[76](index=76&type=chunk)[141](index=141&type=chunk) [Item 1A: Risk Factors](index=27&type=section&id=Item%201A%3A%20Risk%20Factors) No material changes to risk factors from the 2021 Form 10-K - No material changes to risk factors from the 2021 Form 10-K[142](index=142&type=chunk) [Item 2: Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds](index=27&type=section&id=Item%202%3A%20Unregistered%20Sales%20of%20Equity%20Securities%20and%20Use%20of%20Proceeds) Shares purchased during Q2 2022 were withheld from employees for tax obligations on vested restricted stock awards, not a formal buyback - Shares purchased during the quarter were withheld from employees to satisfy tax obligations on vested restricted stock awards, not as part of a formal buyback program[143](index=143&type=chunk) [Item 3: Defaults Upon Senior Securities](index=27&type=section&id=Item%203%3A%20Defaults%20Upon%20Senior%20Securities) No defaults upon senior securities were reported [Item 4: Mine Safety Disclosures](index=27&type=section&id=Item%204%3A%20Mine%20Safety%20Disclosures) This item is not applicable to the company's operations [Item 5: Other Information](index=27&type=section&id=Item%205%3A%20Other%20Information) No other material information is reported in this section [Item 6: Exhibits](index=28&type=section&id=Item%206%3A%20Exhibits) This section lists exhibits filed with the Form 10-Q, including corporate documents and required certifications
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