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T-Mobile(TMUS) - 2025 Q3 - Earnings Call Presentation
2025-10-23 12:00
EXHIBIT 99.2 | 3 | Highlights | | --- | --- | | 4 | Customer Metrics | | 7 | Financial Metrics | | 13 | Capital Structure | | 14 | Guidance | | 15 | Contacts | | 16 | Financial and Operational Tables | 2 (1) AT&T Inc. does not disclose postpaid net account additions. Comcast and Charter do not disclose postpaid phone net customer additions. Industry-leading claims are based on consensus expectations if results are not yet reported. (2) Core Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted Free Cash Flow and Adjusted Free Cash Flo ...
AT&T shows off another big boost in subscribers. Here's what to know.
MarketWatch· 2025-10-22 11:45
The company has made a push to offer more customers both fiber and wireless services and says the move is paying off. Analysts will be monitoring the impact of promotions. ...
What Investors Should Know About AT&T’s (T) Ex-Dividend Date in October
Yahoo Finance· 2025-09-30 18:01
Core Insights - AT&T Inc. is recognized as one of the Best High Yield Stocks to Buy in October, highlighting its attractiveness for dividend investors [1] - The company is a significant player in the US telecom sector, providing a range of services including wireless, wireline, and fiber internet, supported by advanced 5G technology [2] Business Strategy - AT&T's strategy focuses on expanding its 5G and fiber services while phasing out its outdated copper network, aiming for increased efficiency and cost reduction [3] - The company aims to attract high-value subscribers through bundled offerings, ensuring network reliability, and maintaining competitiveness in both wireless and home internet markets [3] - Regulatory changes and ongoing investments in cybersecurity and data analytics are essential for fostering innovation and sustainable long-term growth [3] Dividend Information - AT&T will go ex-dividend on October 10, making it a prime candidate for dividend capture strategies [4] - The company currently pays a quarterly dividend of $0.2775 per share, resulting in a dividend yield of 3.92% [4]
Raymond James Considers AT&T (T) a Top Large-Cap Total Return Opportunity
Yahoo Finance· 2025-09-26 15:09
Group 1 - AT&T Inc. is considered one of the best value stocks in Goldman Sachs' portfolio, with a price target raised from $31 to $33 by Raymond James analyst Frank Louthan, who maintains a Buy rating [1][2] - Louthan highlighted three key metrics for telecommunication companies: Wireless post-paid subscriber growth, EPS, and free cash flow growth, indicating that AT&T is effectively executing its strategy and is expected to perform well in these areas [2] - AT&T is recognized as a top large-cap total return opportunity for the next 12 months, supported by stable wireless demand, disciplined capital allocation, and consistent cash generation [2][3] Group 2 - JPMorgan analyst Sebastiano Petti praised AT&T's capital return strategy, which includes $20 billion in share repurchases until 2027, as a factor supporting his Buy rating [3] - The company is expected to gain market share in the convergence market due to recent acquisitions, including Lumen's consumer fiber business and spectrum from EchoStar [3]
U.S. Cellular(USM) - 2025 Q2 - Earnings Call Presentation
2025-08-11 14:00
Array Transaction and Debt - The T-Mobile transaction closed on August 1, 2025 [15] - $1.7 billion of Array debt was exchanged into T-Mobile debt [8] - TDS is expected to receive $1.6 billion from Array special dividend [8] - Array is expected to have $700 million debt [8] - Array's board approved a special dividend of $23.00 per Common Share and Series A Common Share, totaling $2.0 billion [9] Spectrum Monetization - Agreements reached to monetize approximately 70% of Array's total spectrum holdings, based on MHz-Pops, including the T-Mobile transaction [14] - AT&T spectrum sale gross purchase price is $1.018 billion [12] - Verizon spectrum sale gross purchase price is $1.0 billion [12] Tower Business - The company owns 4,418 towers in the U S [18, 22] - Third-party tower revenue distribution: AT&T 34%, Verizon 27%, T-Mobile 25%, Other 14% in Q2 2025 [22] - Tower tenancy rate was 1.57, with 2,527 colocations as of June 30, 2025 [22] - Third-party revenues for the towers segment were $28 million in Q2 2025, a 12% increase year-over-year [23] TDS Telecom Fiber Expansion - Deployed 27,000 new marketable fiber addresses in Q2 2025 [24, 25] - The company is on track for 150,000 marketable fiber addresses in 2025 [24] - Residential fiber connections have grown 1.9x from Q2 2022 to Q2 2025 [34] TDS Telecom Financials - Total operating revenues for TDS Telecom were $265 million in Q2 2025, a 1% decrease year-over-year [44] - Capital expenditures for TDS Telecom were $90 million in Q2 2025, a 16% increase year-over-year [44] - Adjusted EBITDA for TDS Telecom was $89 million in Q2 2025, a 3% decrease year-over-year [44]
Uniti(UNIT) - 2025 Q2 - Earnings Call Presentation
2025-08-05 12:30
Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results Conference Call Presentation August 5, 2025 Together, Building the Future Safe Harbor Statement 3 Key Priorities This presentation contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements are based on assumptions with respect to the future and Uniti management's current expectations, involve certain risks and uncertainties, and are not guarantees. These forward-looking statements include, ...
AT&T(T) - 2025 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-07-23 13:30
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenues and adjusted EBITDA each grew by 3.5% year over year during Q2 2025 [15] - Adjusted EPS was $0.54, up approximately 6% from $0.51 the prior year [15] - Free cash flow for Q2 was $4.4 billion, an increase from $4.0 billion the previous year [15] - Capital investment was $5.1 billion, showing modest year-over-year growth [15] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Mobility service revenue grew by 3.5%, with EBITDA growth of 3.2% year over year [18] - The company added 401,000 postpaid phone customers in Q2, exceeding expectations [18] - Consumer Wireline revenue grew by 5.8%, driven by approximately 19% growth in fiber revenue [22] - Fiber customer additions were 243,000 in Q2, with a convergence rate of 40.9% for fiber and 5G services [23] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a significant increase in Internet Air net additions, exceeding 200,000 for the first time [24] - The mobility subscriber growth is increasingly driven by customers taking both wireless and broadband services [19] - The company expects to reach approximately 50 million customer locations by 2030, doubling its fiber reach [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to become the best connectivity provider in America, focusing on customer-first strategies and advanced technologies [3][4] - Plans to accelerate fiber deployment to 4 million new locations per year by the end of 2026 [10] - The company is transitioning away from legacy copper infrastructure, targeting to discontinue service across the majority of its copper footprint by 2029 [13] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the growth trajectory, citing strong customer demand and improved operating efficiencies [12][14] - The company anticipates a competitive environment in the second half of the year but remains optimistic about its performance [20] - Management highlighted favorable policy tailwinds for investment, comparing the current environment to the Telecommunications Act of 1996 [11][90] Other Important Information - The company plans to contribute $1.5 billion to its pension plan by the end of next year, enhancing the plan's funded status [12] - The company expects to realize $6.5 billion to $8 billion in cash tax savings from 2025 to 2027 due to recent tax legislation [32] - The company intends to accelerate share repurchases, expecting to buy back $4 billion of stock by year-end [34] Q&A Session Questions and Answers Question: Wireless churn and cost savings from decommissioning wire centers - Management acknowledged the 17 basis point increase in phone churn and noted that they expect a competitive environment in the second half of the year [38][39] - They highlighted ongoing cost savings from legacy transformation and expect to continue driving costs down as more wirelines come offline [41][42] Question: Impact of churn on pricing strategy and spectrum acquisition budget - Management stated that pricing is not the primary issue affecting churn and emphasized their strategy of tying prices to value [48] - They confirmed that they are constantly evaluating spectrum options and have the flexibility to make strategic acquisitions if opportunities arise [51][54] Question: Fiber build returns and mobility customer quality - Management expressed confidence in the profitability of their fiber builds and noted that the returns from new customers are improving due to converged services [60][62] - They emphasized that they are focused on acquiring high-value customers and improving lifetime values [63][66] Question: Mobility margins and macroeconomic impacts - Management indicated that while growth-related spending may be lumpy, they expect operating leverage to remain strong and margins to perform well [88] - They highlighted favorable investment policies and incentives that support organic growth in the telecom sector [90]
U.S. Cellular(USM) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-02 15:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a year-over-year increase in free cash flow of $79 million for Q1 2025, an increase of $18 million compared to the same quarter last year [14] - Total operating revenues decreased by 3% compared to the prior year, impacted by divestitures and declines in commercial and wholesale revenue [47] - Cash expenses increased by 6% or $11 million in the quarter compared to the prior year, with part of the increase attributed to stock-based compensation adjustments [47] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company saw a 6% increase in third-party tower revenues due to new co-locations and escalators on renewed leases [13] - Fiber service addresses grew by 6% year-over-year, with 14,000 new addresses delivered in the quarter [19][36] - Residential broadband net additions were 2,800, with 8,300 coming from fiber markets, lower than prior quarters due to timing of service address delivery [37][40] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company continues to face competitive pressures in the wireless market, with aggressive promotions from competitors impacting service revenues [15] - The fiber strategy is expected to drive growth, with a target of achieving 40% average penetration in steady state within five years after launch [41] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on completing the transaction with T-Mobile, which is expected to close in mid-2025, and is preparing for a smooth transition [9][10] - Post-transaction, the company plans to declare a special dividend to shareholders, with proceeds expected to be used to repay outstanding bank debt [11][19] - The company is also investing in its fiber program, aiming to expand its footprint and improve operational efficiency [39][100] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged increased uncertainties in the broader economy and markets but remains optimistic about the long-term potential of the tower business [13][18] - The company expects to continue facing competitive pressures but believes the T-Mobile transaction will provide better competitive choices and connectivity experiences for customers [16][17] - Management is confident in achieving $100 million in annual cost savings by 2028 through transformation efforts [39][78] Other Important Information - The company does not plan to redeem its Series UU and Series BV preferred stock, viewing them as foundational capital for future operations [11][73] - The company is actively evaluating its portfolio for potential divestitures, particularly in copper markets without an economic path to fiber [99] Q&A Session Summary Question: Timing of designated entity spectrum approval - The timing is uncertain and dependent on regulatory approval by the FCC, but there is optimism for a positive outcome [58] Question: Free cash flow run rate - The reported free cash flow of $79 million is not necessarily a run rate, but capital expenditures are expected to be down in 2025, which is positive for free cash flow [60][61] Question: Debt exchange offer impact - The debt exchange offer will be launched about 50 days before the anticipated close, and the amount of debt exchanged will impact the purchase price [62][111] Question: Fiber net adds and sales efforts - Fiber net adds were lower due to timing of address delivery, but as construction ramps up, net adds are expected to improve [66] Question: Rationale for remaining a public entity - The incremental cost to operate as a public company is minimal, and there are no immediate incentives to collapse the structure [107][108]