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AT&T

AT&T Mobility is a wholly owned subsidiary of AT&T that provides wireless services to 138.8 million subscribers in the United States including Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. AT&T Mobility is the second largest wireless telecommunications provider in the United States and Puerto Rico behind Verizon Wireless.

AT&T Mobility

The Pacific Bell Telephone Company (Pacific Bell) is a telephone company that provides telephone service in California. The company is owned by AT&T Inc. through AT&T Teleholdings. The company has been known by a number of names during which its service area has changed.

Pacific Bell

DirecTV (stylized as DIRECTV) is an American direct broadcast satellite service provider and is a subsidiary of AT&T. DirecTV transmits digital satellite television and audio to households in the United States, Latin America and the Caribbean. Its primary competitors are Dish Network and cable television providers. AT&T acquired DirecTV in a transaction valued at $67.1 billion.

Direct TV

Leap Wireless is a telecommunications operator that provided wireless services to approximately 4.6 million subscribers, the 5th largest, through its subsidiary, Cricket Communications, Inc. (Cricket Wireless). It was headquartered in San Diego, California. Leap Wireless and Cricket Wireless are both subsidiaries of AT&T.

Leap Wireless

Cricket Wireless is an American prepaid wireless service provider in the United States. Cricket Wireless is a wholly owned subsidiary of AT&T Inc. that offers mobile voice, text, and data. Cricket Wireless was founded in 1999 by Leap Wireless International, Inc. On July 12, 2013, AT&T Inc. agreed to acquire Cricket's parent company Leap Wireless International for $1.2 billion.

Cricket Wireless

Vyatta is a provider of software-based virtual routers, virtual firewalls and VPN products for Internet Protocol networks (IPv4 and IPv6). A free download of Vyatta has been available since March 2006. The system is a specialized Debian-based Linux distribution with networking applications such as Quagga, OpenVPN, and many others. A standardized management console, similar to Juniper JUNOS or Cisco IOS, in addition to a web-based GUI and traditional Linux system commands, provides configuration of the system and applications. In recent versions of Vyatta, web-based management interface is supplied only in the subscription edition. However, all functionality is available through KVM, serial console or SSH/telnet protocols. The software runs on standard x86-64 servers.

Vyatta

AT&T, Inc. is a holding company, which engages in the provision of telecommunications and technology services. It operates through the Communications and Latin America segments. The Communications segment offers wireless, wireline telecom, and broadband services to businesses and consumers located in the US and businesses globally. The Latin America segment provides wireless services and equipment in Mexico. The company was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Dallas, TX.

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AT&T reports robust Q4 performance, eyes growth through strategic investments

AT&T's Q4 2022 earnings call highlighted strong performance in wireless and fiber segments, along with a focus on cost savings and debt reduction. The company's 2023 strategy aims for sustainable growth and financial strength amidst industry challenges, emphasizing customer value propositions and service revenue growth.

AT&T reports solid Q1 earnings, focuses on 5G future

AT&T had a solid quarter with a focus on operational execution and cost restructuring.
The company remains confident in its full-year outlook for free cash flow of $16 billion or better.
AT&T's emphasis on durable customer relationships and infrastructure positions it well for the future.
Despite challenges in wireless performance, AT&T's strategic initiatives are driving growth opportunities.

AT&T reports robust Q2 earnings, eyes debt reduction and fiber expansion

AT&T's strong performance in wireless and fiber businesses, coupled with cost-saving initiatives and debt reduction efforts, positions the company for future growth. Despite market challenges and competition, AT&T remains focused on expanding its fiber footprint and enhancing infrastructure. The company's strategic investments and modernization efforts underscore its commitment to long-term success.

AT&T reports robust Q3 performance, eyes growth through 5G and fiber

AT&T's Q3 2023 earnings call highlighted strong financial performance, driven by successful 5G and fiber investments. The company's focus on high-value customers, operational efficiency, and market share gains positions it well for future growth. Challenges include slowing device upgrade rates and transitioning Business Wireline, while opportunities lie in debt reduction and sustainable growth strategies.

AT&T excels in Q4 2023, eyes growth through strategic investments

AT&T's Q4 2023 Earnings Call showcased strong financial performance, strategic investments in 5G and fiber, and a commitment to sustainable growth. The company aims to continue expanding its customer base, improving financial metrics, and delivering shareholder value through prudent capital allocation and operational efficiencies.

AT&T reports solid Q1 performance, focuses on 5G-fiber convergence

AT&T's Q1 2024 earnings call highlighted strong performance in key segments, strategic capital allocation, and growth opportunities in underpenetrated markets. Despite challenges in Business Wireline, the company remains focused on driving convergence between 5G and fiber for enhanced customer value and sustainable growth.

AT&T reports strong Q2 results, focuses on growth strategies

AT&T's Q2 performance reflects growth in key subscriber segments and EBITDA, driven by strategic focus areas.
While challenges like industry slowdown exist, AT&T's differentiation and convergence strategy position it well for the future.
The company's commitment to financial targets and investments in growth signal a positive outlook.
Opportunities for expansion through network enhancements and service improvements are key focus areas.

AT&T posts solid Q3 results, shifts focus to 5G and fiber

AT&T's Q3 2024 Earnings Call highlighted strong performance in Mobility and positive broadband net adds in Consumer Wireline. The company's strategic focus on 5G and fiber connectivity was emphasized through the sale of their DIRECTV stake.

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AT&T offers a big-time dividend. The company's free cash flow is improving, enabling it to repay debt.

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Another consumer has sued AT&T, alleging that a retail store employee stole nude images off of her phone when she was upgrading her device. The case mirrors at least six others brought against the wireless provider in the past for similar allegations.

AT&T, other phone companies sued over stolen nude images could face liability after court ruling

AT&T saw strong subscriber additions across its wireless and broadband businesses. Meanwhile, the company continues to generate prolific free cash flow and improve its balance sheet.

AT&T Shares Climb on Subscriber Additions. Should Investors Add the Stock to Their Portfolios?

We had previously given AT&T a buy rating. Q2-2024 results showed growth in postpaid phone subscribers, Fiber subscribers, and impressive free cash flow. Despite those positives, we are now moving to a Hold rating and go over why.

AT&T: Moving To A Hold Post Q2 2024 Results

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AT&T Q2 Earnings: Stronger Net Adds, Improved Margins, And Robust FCF Growth

T's Q2 earnings report show plenty of profit catalysts to support a buy thesis. The top ones include CAPEX stabilization, the growth of its fiber network, and the many synergistic opportunities between fiber and its other segments. Subsequently, I expect margin and free cash flow to expand, debt to reduce, and dividend coverage to improve.

AT&T Q2: Catalysts Galore

AT&T released earnings recently and the financial performance was middling, but the dividend is well covered and offers a healthy premium over the risk free rate. Comparing the stock to 10-Year Treasury Notes we see that the dividend yield of AT&T is 6.10% compared to the risk free rate of 4.2%. Analyzing the dividend sustainability we see that the company has sufficient cash flow to cover obligations and investments, with a low payout ratio of 59%.

AT&T A Bargain At Current Prices

AT&T's Q2 2024 earnings met EPS expectations but slightly missed on revenue, leading to a positive trajectory for the stock. AT&T is making progress in strengthening its balance sheet, increasing free cash flow, and rewarding shareholders with stock appreciation. Despite past missteps, AT&T's focus on core business and debt reduction could lead to significant growth potential, including share buybacks and dividend increases.

AT&T Is Proving The Bears Wrong As It Closes In On $20

The market reaction to seasonally better cash flow may indicate low market expectations. The stock downside risk still appears to be fully priced in. The market struggles to agree with management on cash flow patterns, even though the pattern is now similar to the pattern at Verizon.

AT&T: Mr. Market Excited About Cash Flow While Missing The Big Picture

OAKLAND, CA / ACCESSWIRE / July 25, 2024 / Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP is investigating a massive data breach affecting tens of millions of AT&T customers. The exposed data includes phone numbers and records of calls and texts for nearly all AT&T customers between May 1, 2022 and October 31, 2022, as well as similar data for a smaller number of customers from January 2, 2023.

BFA Investigating New AT&T Data Breach that Exposed the Records of Nearly All AT&T Customers from Mid-to-Late 2022

AT&T reported decent Q2 results, driven by growth in the fiber broadband segment. The broadband segment saw growth in fiber subscribers, revenues, and ARPU. AT&T's free cash flow is growing and supported the dividend. Net debt reductions are ongoing.

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Shares of AT&T Inc T were climbing Thursday after the company reported its second-quarter results.

AT&T Q2 Earnings 'Strike Balance Between Growth And Profitability,' Analyst Says

AT&T shares surged 5.2% after Q2 financial results, driven by strong free cash flow, postpaid phone operations, and debt reduction. Revenue declined slightly due to the Business Wireline unit, while other units like Mobility and Consumer Wireline saw growth. Management reaffirmed guidance for 2024, with a focus on debt reduction, fiber network expansion, and growth in its FirstNet business.

AT&T's Surge Highlights The Firm's Strong Points

AT&T stock has surged nearly 15% YTD, outperforming the S&P 500 and up nearly 30% in the last year. The company has been reducing long-term debt, improving FCF, and sticking to basics post-Warner Bros. Discovery spin-off. Predicting a dividend increase by end of FY 2025, with a potential 10% increase based on FCF and EPS payout ratios.

AT&T: Expecting A Dividend Increase

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ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #GreatFutures--Following a celebration to honor AT&T's 50th Connected Learning Center (CLC) opening last week in Austin, Boys & Girls Clubs of America announces the opening of 40 technology spaces in Boys & Girls Clubs by 2027. As a part of AT&T's $5 billion commitment to help 25 million people get and stay connected by 2030, the partners will join forces to equip 40 Boys & Girls Clubs with brand new Connected Learning Centers, making technology accessible for kid.

Boys & Girls Clubs of America Expands AT&T Partnership to Enhance Technology Access to More Youth Across America

AT&T reported second-quarter results that missed revenue expectations, but there was plenty of good news. Wireless subscriber growth accelerated, churn remained extremely low, and the fiber internet business thrived.

AT&T Impresses With Subscriber Growth and Free Cash Flow

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