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VEON and Engro Corporation Advance to Closing Pioneering Infrastructure Partnership in Pakistan Following Regulatory Approvals
Globenewswire· 2025-05-23 11:00
Core Insights - VEON Ltd. has secured all regulatory approvals for its strategic partnership with Engro Corporation Limited to manage telecommunications infrastructure assets in Pakistan, enhancing digital investments in the country [1][2] - The partnership involves transferring VEON's infrastructure assets to Engro Connect, a subsidiary of Engro Corp, through a scheme of arrangement, expected to be completed in June [2] - This agreement is anticipated to accelerate Jazz's transformation into an asset-light services company, promoting growth for both Jazz and Engro Corp while supporting Pakistan's digital transformation [3][4] Financial Details - Engro will pay Jazz approximately USD 188 million and guarantee the repayment of Deodar's intercompany debt amounting to USD 375 million [6] Company Profiles - VEON is a Nasdaq-listed digital operator serving nearly 160 million customers across six countries, focusing on technology-driven services that empower individuals and stimulate economic growth [7] - Jazz, as Pakistan's leading digital operator, has over 71.5 million cellular subscribers and offers a wide range of digital services, including JazzCash and Tamasha [8] - Engro Corporation is a diversified conglomerate in Pakistan, involved in various sectors including telecommunications infrastructure, and aims to address pressing issues through its business portfolio [9]
ConnectM Completes Acquisition of Cambridge Energy Resources, Strengthening Foothold in India
Globenewswire· 2025-05-15 15:30
Core Insights - ConnectM Technology Solutions, Inc. has completed the acquisition of Cambridge Energy Resources Ltd. (CER), enhancing its service offerings in India's distributed energy and telecom sectors, which are experiencing rapid growth [1][2][4] Company Overview - ConnectM is a technology company focused on the energy economy, providing solutions that enable a transition to a modern energy system [6] - CER specializes in Energy-Management-as-a-Service (EMaaS) and offers integrated clean energy solutions, particularly for telecommunications infrastructure [7][8] Acquisition Details - The acquisition of CER was completed after securing regulatory approval, with ConnectM winning the bid in 2021 for INR 120 million ($1.4 million), while the fair value assessment of CER is INR 240 million ($2.8 million) [2][4] - The acquisition is expected to significantly contribute to ConnectM's growth, with projections indicating that revenue from India could increase from 5% to 15% of global revenue within the next twelve months, equating to an annualized $10 million [4] Strategic Importance - This acquisition positions ConnectM to leverage CER's local expertise to deploy its proprietary Home and Building Electrification (HBE) platform and Energy Intelligence Network (EIN) in India [3][4] - The move aligns with India's ambitious goals of achieving 500 GW of non-fossil fuel power capacity by 2030, supported by substantial investments in the power sector [4] Market Context - India's distributed energy and telecommunications sectors are among the fastest-growing markets globally, driven by the demand for renewable energy solutions and energy-efficient infrastructure [2][4] - The acquisition follows ConnectM's announcement of its first HBE project in India, marking a significant step in its international expansion strategy [5]
Compared to Estimates, SBA Communications (SBAC) Q1 Earnings: A Look at Key Metrics
ZACKS· 2025-04-28 23:00
Core Insights - SBA Communications reported revenue of $664.25 million for the quarter ended March 2025, reflecting a 1% increase year-over-year, with EPS at $3.16 compared to $1.42 in the same quarter last year [1] - The revenue exceeded the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $657 million by 1.10%, and the EPS also surpassed the consensus estimate of $3.12 by 1.28% [1] Financial Performance Metrics - The company’s shares returned +2.4% over the past month, contrasting with the Zacks S&P 500 composite's -4.3% change, indicating relative strength in the stock [3] - Domestic sites owned totaled 17,447, slightly below the three-analyst average estimate of 17,463, while international sites owned were 22,262, also below the estimate of 22,379 [4] - Total sites owned reached 39,709, compared to the average estimate of 39,875 [4] - Revenue from site development was $48.04 million, significantly above the estimated $37.21 million, marking a year-over-year increase of 62.4% [4] - International site leasing revenue was $155.22 million, below the estimate of $159.66 million, representing a year-over-year decline of 7% [4] - Domestic site leasing revenue was $460.99 million, slightly above the estimate of $460.44 million, showing a minimal year-over-year change of -0.1% [4] - Total site leasing revenue was $616.21 million, below the estimate of $620.10 million, reflecting a year-over-year decrease of 1.9% [4] - Net earnings per share (diluted) were reported at $1.77, below the four-analyst average estimate of $2.05 [4] - Segment operating profit for site leasing (domestic and international) was $500.73 million, slightly below the average estimate of $504.10 million [4] - Segment operating profit for site development was $9.85 million, exceeding the average estimate of $8.75 million [4]
Crown Castle Announces First Quarter 2025 Earnings Conference Call Details
Globenewswire· 2025-04-03 20:15
Company Overview - Crown Castle Inc. owns, operates, and leases over 40,000 cell towers and approximately 90,000 route miles of fiber, supporting small cells and fiber solutions across major U.S. markets [3] Upcoming Financial Results - Crown Castle plans to release its first quarter 2025 results on April 30, 2025, after market close [1] - A conference call is scheduled for the same day at 5:00 p.m. eastern time [1] Conference Call Details - The conference call will be accessible via a live audio webcast on the Crown Castle website [2] - Participants can join the call by dialing 833-816-1115 (Toll Free) or 412-317-0694 (International) at least 30 minutes prior to the start time [2] - A replay of the webcast will be available on the Investor page of Crown Castle's website until April 30, 2026 [2]