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WOW! REPORTS THIRD QUARTER 2025 RESULTS
Prnewswire· 2025-11-05 12:00
Core Insights - WideOpenWest, Inc. ("WOW!") reported a total revenue of $144.0 million for Q3 2025, a decrease of $14.0 million or 8.9% compared to Q3 2024 [6][4] - The company experienced a net loss of $35.7 million for the quarter, compared to a net loss of $22.4 million in the same period last year [8][6] - WOW! added 15,500 new homes passed and approximately 2,500 new Greenfield high-speed data (HSD) fiber subscribers, bringing the total homes passed in Greenfield markets to 106,600 with a penetration rate of 16.0% [11][6] Financial Performance - Total Subscription Revenue for Q3 2025 was $133.0 million, down $13.0 million or 8.9% from Q3 2024, primarily due to a shift in service offering mix and a decrease in volume across all services [4][6] - HSD Revenue totaled $106.6 million, a slight decrease of $0.9 million or 0.8% compared to the same quarter in 2024 [6][4] - Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $68.8 million, down $8.5 million or 11.0% from Q3 2024, with an Adjusted EBITDA margin of 47.8% [9][6] Subscriber Metrics - Total Subscribers as of September 30, 2025, were approximately 464,500, a decrease of 26,000 or 5% compared to the same date in 2024 [10][6] - HSD RGUs totaled 457,100, reflecting a decrease of 23,500 or 5% year-over-year [10][6] Market Expansion - The company passed an additional 19,200 homes in Q3 2025, including 15,500 in Greenfield markets and 3,700 in Edge-out projects [11][6] - Edge-out projects from 2025 passed 8,700 new homes with a penetration rate of 29.9%, while 2024 Edge-out projects had a penetration rate of 45.8% [12][11] Capital Expenditures and Debt - Capital Expenditures for Q3 2025 totaled $52.5 million, an increase of $12.0 million compared to Q3 2024, primarily due to market expansion initiatives [13][6] - As of September 30, 2025, total outstanding long-term debt and finance lease obligations were $1,065.5 million, with cash on hand of $22.9 million [14][6] Acquisition Announcement - WOW! announced an agreement to be acquired by DigitalBridge Group Inc. and Crestview Partners in a $1.5 billion transaction, subject to certain closing conditions [6][16] - In connection with the acquisition, WOW! extended the maturity date of its revolving credit facility to June 30, 2027 [17][6]
TD Cowen Remains Bullish on Charter Communications (CHTR)
Yahoo Finance· 2025-11-04 14:36
Financial Performance - Charter Communications, Inc. reported a total revenue of $13.7 billion for fiscal Q3, reflecting a 0.9% year-over-year decline attributed to lower residential video and advertising sales revenues [1] - Net income attributable to Charter shareholders was $1.1 billion, while adjusted EBITDA for Q3 was $5.6 billion, indicating a 1.5% year-over-year decline [2] Analyst Insights - TD Cowen analyst Gregory Williams maintained a buy rating on Charter Communications, setting a price target of $428, highlighting the company's resilience despite expected EBITDA challenges in fiscal Q4 and broadband subscriber losses [3] - Williams viewed the in-line EBITDA and revenue announcement as positive indicators for investors, alongside significant share buybacks and substantial upside in free cash flow [4] Company Overview - Charter Communications, Inc. provides a range of broadband communications services, including Spectrum TV, Spectrum Internet, and Spectrum Voice, as well as data networking and business-to-business Internet access [5]
Why Calix Stock Was Rising Sharply Today
Yahoo Finance· 2025-10-30 20:32
Core Insights - Calix reported a strong quarterly earnings performance, with shares rising 20% following the announcement, significantly outperforming the S&P 500 index which fell by 0.9% [1] Financial Performance - In Q3, Calix achieved a record revenue of over $265 million, marking a 32% year-over-year increase. The company also reported a profit of $15.7 million, a turnaround from a nearly $4 million loss in the same quarter last year. On a non-GAAP basis, the net profit per share was $0.44 [2][3] - The reported revenue and profit metrics exceeded analyst expectations, with consensus estimates for revenue at slightly over $246 million and adjusted profit per share at $0.34 [3] Future Guidance - For the current fourth quarter, Calix provided guidance for revenue between $267 million and $273 million, surpassing the consensus estimate of $251 million. The adjusted profit per share is expected to be between $0.35 and $0.41, compared to the analyst average of $0.32 [4]
Shenandoah Telecommunications Company Reports Third Quarter 2025 Results
Globenewswire· 2025-10-29 20:05
Core Insights - Shenandoah Telecommunications Company ("Shentel") reported a significant increase in Adjusted EBITDA margin from 27% in Q2 2024 to 33% in Q3 2025, indicating strong operational efficiency following the Horizon acquisition [3][5] - Glo Fiber revenue and subscribers grew by 41% year-over-year, with total passings increasing by 21,000 sequentially to over 400,000 [3][5] Financial Performance - Total revenue for Q3 2025 was $89.8 million, a 2.5% increase compared to Q3 2024 [5] - Glo Fiber Expansion Markets revenue reached $21.3 million, reflecting a 41.1% growth due to a 41.3% increase in average subscribers [5][6] - Net loss from continuing operations was $9.4 million in Q3 2025, compared to a loss of $5.3 million in Q3 2024 [5][28] - Adjusted EBITDA increased by 11.8% to $29.7 million, with the Adjusted EBITDA margin expanding from 30% in Q3 2024 to 33% in Q3 2025 [5][28] Operational Highlights - The company constructed 20,000 Glo Fiber passings and added approximately 5,800 new Glo Fiber customers in Q3 2025 [6] - Residential & SMB - Incumbent Broadband Markets passings grew by 4,000 to a total of 248,000, with 89% of planned passings in previously unserved areas completed [6] - Commercial Fiber revenue declined by $1.1 million, primarily due to non-cash deferred revenue adjustments [6] Capital Expenditures and Financial Outlook - Capital expenditures for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, were $251.5 million, up from $226.5 million in the same period in 2024 [13] - The company reiterated its 2025 financial guidance, projecting total revenue between $352 million and $357 million, and Adjusted EBITDA between $113 million and $118 million [10][11] Liquidity and Debt - As of September 30, 2025, Shentel had total available liquidity of $212.6 million, including $22.6 million in cash and cash equivalents [13] - Total indebtedness was $535.4 million as of September 30, 2025 [13]
Comcast Breaks Ground in the Rural Area of Kings County to Connect Homes and Businesses to High-Speed Internet
Globenewswire· 2025-10-28 23:00
Core Insights - Comcast is launching a rural broadband expansion project in Kings County, California, which will provide high-speed, symmetrical Xfinity broadband to over 4,000 locations, expected to be completed by late 2026 [1] - The expansion is part of Comcast's broader investment strategy, contributing over $4 billion in technology and infrastructure in California over the past three years, supported by a $21 million Federal Funding Account grant [2] - Comcast is also investing in community initiatives, including a $10,000 contribution to the Kings Community Action Organization to enhance digital access for families [3] Investment and Infrastructure - The new broadband project is a significant addition to Comcast's existing investments, which include over $4 billion in California [2] - The project is funded through a combination of federal grants and private investment from Comcast, highlighting the company's commitment to infrastructure development [2] Community Impact - Comcast's expansion aims to improve local economic mobility and digital access, with initiatives like Internet Essentials, which has connected over 2.2 million Californians since 2011 [7] - The company has invested more than $130.5 million in cash and in-kind donations to California nonprofits focused on digital skills and connectivity [8] Service Offerings - Comcast's residential services under the Xfinity and NOW brands will provide customers with a comprehensive suite of products, including high-speed internet, video, mobile, and home security [5] - For businesses, Comcast Business offers a range of connectivity and cybersecurity solutions, recognized as a leader in flexible and scalable options [6] Network Reliability - Comcast's network is designed to deliver multi-gigabit internet speeds with 99.9% reliability, catering to essential community services and enhancing the quality of life for residents [4]
Shenandoah Telecommunications Company Announces 2025 Annual Dividend
Globenewswire· 2025-10-28 20:05
Core Points - Shenandoah Telecommunications Company (Shentel) declared a cash dividend of $0.11 per share, marking a 10.0% increase from the previous year's dividend [1][2] - The dividend will be payable on December 1, 2025, to shareholders of record as of November 7, 2025, representing Shentel's sixty-sixth consecutive year of annual dividends [1][2] - The increase in dividend reflects the strong performance of Shentel's Glo Fiber business and the company's confidence in future growth [2] Company Overview - Shentel provides broadband services through high-speed fiber optic and cable networks to residential and commercial customers across eight states in the eastern United States [2] - The company's service offerings include broadband internet, video, voice, high-speed Ethernet, dedicated internet access, dark fiber leasing, and managed network services [2] - Shentel operates an extensive regional network with over 17,700 route miles of fiber [2]
X @Bloomberg
Bloomberg· 2025-10-24 01:40
Market Entry - Starlink is initiating security tests in India, a crucial step towards offering commercial satellite broadband services [1] - India, being the world's most populous country, represents a significant market for Starlink [1]
2025 Calix Partner Awards Honor Visionary and Dedicated Leaders Accelerating Broadband Provider Growth
Businesswire· 2025-10-22 15:15
Core Insights - Calix, Inc. announced the winners of the 2025 Partner Awards at Calix ConneXions, recognizing companies that align with its vision to support broadband service providers [1] Group 1 - The Partner Awards honor exemplary companies that help broadband service provider customers simplify their business, innovate for subscribers, and enhance value for their members, investors, and communities [1] - Calix delivers industry-leading expertise, consulting, hands-on support, and innovative solutions to its partners [1]
Calix SmartHome and SmartTown Will Make It Even Easier for Providers To Grow Revenue and Trust With Compelling Subscriber Experiences
Businesswire· 2025-10-21 15:00
Core Insights - Calix, Inc. has introduced new capabilities for its SmartHome™ and SmartTown® solutions aimed at enhancing subscriber experiences and enabling broadband service providers (BSPs) to accelerate growth and expand market share [1] Group 1: Product Innovations - The new features include HomeOfficeIQ™, which provides reliable connectivity for remote and hybrid workers [1] - These innovations are part of the ongoing development of the Calix Broadband Platform and integrated SmartLife™ managed services [1]
Calix Agent Workforce Will Pioneer Human-AI Collaboration So Providers Can Simplify Operations, Innovate Experiences, and Grow Value
Businesswire· 2025-10-21 14:15
Core Insights - Calix, Inc. has announced the launch of the Calix Agent Workforce on its next-generation Broadband Platform, aimed at transforming core business functions for broadband service providers [1] - The Calix Cloud will integrate an agentic workforce to facilitate secure and trusted human-AI collaboration, thereby revolutionizing workflows for broadband service providers [1] Summary by Categories Business Functions - The Calix Agent Workforce will enhance key business functions including marketing, customer service, subscriber communications, operations, and field technicians [1] Technology Integration - The integration of the Calix Cloud with the agentic workforce is designed to support advanced collaboration between humans and AI, improving operational efficiency for broadband service providers [1]