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Yahoo
24-04-2025
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Comcast Stock Drops as Broadband, Cable Subscribers Decline
Comcast shares dropped Thursday, as its continued decline in broadband and cable users offset stronger-than-expected quarterly earnings and a jump in Peacock subscribers. Comcast said it lost 199,000 U.S. broadband subscribers from a year ago, as well as 427,000 video customers, as more cable TV consumers left. Peacock subscribers rose over 20% to 41 million (CMCSA) shares dropped over 5% in recent trading, as its continued decline in broadband and cable users offset stronger-than-expected quarterly earnings and a jump in Peacock subscribers. The media company posted first-quarter adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $1.09 on revenue of $29.89 billion, compared to adjusted EPS of $1.04 on revenue of $30.06 billion a year ago. Analysts polled by Visible Alpha had projected $0.99 and $29.8 billion, respectively. Comcast said it lost 199,000 U.S. broadband subscribers from a year earlier, as well as 427,000 video customers, as more cable TV consumers left. The Los Angeles fires earlier in the year also weighed on attendance at its theme parks, with revenue down 5.2%. 'Theme Parks remain on an incredible growth trajectory,' Comcast CEO Brian L. Roberts said, however, adding that the company is opening its Epic Universe theme park in Orlando next month and plans to build one in the U.K. Comcast's Peacock streaming service and mobile service business, Xfinity Mobile, added customers. Peacock subscribers rose over 20% to 41 million subscribers, while Comcast said it added 323,000 domestic wireless lines from a year ago. Read the original article on Investopedia Sign in to access your portfolio
Globe and Mail
24-04-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Comcast (NASDAQ:CMCSA) Reports Q1 In Line With Expectations
Telecommunications and media company Comcast (NASDAQ:CMCSA) met Wall Street's revenue expectations in Q1 CY2025, but sales were flat year on year at $29.89 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.09 per share was 9.9% above analysts' consensus estimates. Is now the time to buy Comcast? Find out by accessing our full research report, it's free. 'We had strong financial results in the first quarter, growing Adjusted EPS mid-single digits and generating $5.4 billion of free cash flow while investing in our six growth businesses and returning $3.2 billion to shareholders," said Brian L. Roberts, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Comcast Corporation. Company Overview Formerly known as American Cable Systems, Comcast (NASDAQ:CMCSA) is a multinational telecommunications company offering a wide range of services. Wireless, Cable and Satellite The massive physical footprints of cell phone towers, fiber in the ground, or satellites in space make it challenging for companies in this industry to adjust to shifting consumer habits. Over the last decade-plus, consumers have 'cut the cord' to their landlines and traditional cable subscriptions in favor of wireless communications and streaming video. These trends do mean that more households need cell phone plans and high-speed internet. Companies that successfully serve customers can enjoy high retention rates and pricing power since the options for mobile and internet connectivity in any geography are usually limited. Sales Growth A company's long-term sales performance can indicate its overall quality. Any business can experience short-term success, but top-performing ones enjoy sustained growth for years. Regrettably, Comcast's sales grew at a weak 2.6% compounded annual growth rate over the last five years. This fell short of our benchmarks and is a tough starting point for our analysis. Long-term growth is the most important, but within consumer discretionary, product cycles are short and revenue can be hit-driven due to rapidly changing trends and consumer preferences. Comcast's recent performance shows its demand has slowed as its annualized revenue growth of 1.4% over the last two years was below its five-year trend. Comcast also discloses its number of domestic broadband customers and domestic video customers, which clocked in at 31.64 million and 12.1 million in the latest quarter. Over the last two years, Comcast's domestic broadband customers were flat while its domestic video customers averaged 12% year-on-year declines. This quarter, Comcast's $29.89 billion of revenue was flat year on year and in line with Wall Street's estimates. Looking ahead, sell-side analysts expect revenue to remain flat over the next 12 months. This projection doesn't excite us and implies its newer products and services will not accelerate its top-line performance yet. Today's young investors won't have read the timeless lessons in Gorilla Game: Picking Winners In High Technology because it was written more than 20 years ago when Microsoft and Apple were first establishing their supremacy. But if we apply the same principles, then enterprise software stocks leveraging their own generative AI capabilities may well be the Gorillas of the future. So, in that spirit, we are excited to present our Special Free Report on a profitable, fast-growing enterprise software stock that is already riding the automation wave and looking to catch the generative AI next. Operating Margin Comcast's operating margin might fluctuated slightly over the last 12 months but has generally stayed the same, averaging 19% over the last two years. This profitability was top-notch for a consumer discretionary business, showing it's an well-run company with an efficient cost structure. In Q1, Comcast generated an operating profit margin of 18.9%, in line with the same quarter last year. This indicates the company's overall cost structure has been relatively stable. Earnings Per Share Revenue trends explain a company's historical growth, but the long-term change in earnings per share (EPS) points to the profitability of that growth – for example, a company could inflate its sales through excessive spending on advertising and promotions. Comcast's EPS grew at an unimpressive 7.3% compounded annual growth rate over the last five years. This performance was better than its flat revenue but doesn't tell us much about its business quality because its operating margin didn't expand. In Q1, Comcast reported EPS at $1.09, up from $1.04 in the same quarter last year. This print beat analysts' estimates by 9.9%. Over the next 12 months, Wall Street expects Comcast's full-year EPS of $4.38 to stay about the same. Key Takeaways from Comcast's Q1 Results It was encouraging to see Comcast beat analysts' EPS expectations this quarter. We were also happy its EBITDA outperformed Wall Street's estimates. Overall, this quarter had some key positives, but shares traded down 3.4% to $33.24 immediately after reporting. Big picture, is Comcast a buy here and now? What happened in the latest quarter matters, but not as much as longer-term business quality and valuation, when deciding whether to invest in this stock. We cover that in our actionable full research report which you can read here, it's free.
Yahoo
24-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Comcast Reports 1st Quarter 2025 Results
PHILADELPHIA, April 24, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ: CMCSA) today reported results for the quarter ended March 31, 2025. "We had strong financial results in the first quarter, growing Adjusted EPS mid-single digits and generating $5.4 billion of free cash flow while investing in our six growth businesses and returning $3.2 billion to shareholders," said Brian L. Roberts, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Comcast Corporation. "Our connectivity businesses generated 4% revenue growth, fueling expansion in C&P EBITDA margins to 41.4%. We also achieved our highest wireless line additions in two years and have outperformed in Business Services with mid-single digit revenue and EBITDA growth and margins of roughly 57%. At the same time, momentum in streaming continues with 21% growth in Media EBITDA; and Theme Parks remain on an incredible growth trajectory. We could not be more excited for the grand opening of Epic Universe in Orlando next month and our plans to bring a new world-class theme park to the UK. With our significant free cash flow generation, disciplined approach to capital allocation and the strength of our diversified businesses, I am confident that we are well-positioned to navigate an evolving environment and capture future opportunities." ($ in millions, except per share data) 1st Quarter Consolidated Results 2025 2024 Change Revenue $29,887 $30,058 (0.6 %) Net Income Attributable to Comcast $3,375 $3,857 (12.5 %) Adjusted Net Income1 $4,132 $4,171 (0.9 %) Adjusted EBITDA2 $9,532 $9,355 1.9 % Earnings per Share3 $0.89 $0.97 (7.7 %) Adjusted Earnings per Share1 $1.09 $1.04 4.5 % Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities $8,294 $7,848 5.7 % Free Cash Flow4 $5,421 $4,538 19.4 % For additional detail on segment revenue and expenses, customer metrics, capital expenditures, and free cash flow, please refer to the trending schedule on Comcast's Investor Relations website at 1st Quarter 2025 Highlights: Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA Increased 1.9% to $9.5 Billion; Adjusted EPS Increased 4.5% to $1.09; Generated Free Cash Flow of $5.4 Billion Returned $3.2 Billion to Shareholders Through a Combination of $1.2 Billion in Dividend Payments and $2.0 Billion in Share Repurchases, Reducing Shares Outstanding by 5% At Connectivity & Platforms, Connectivity Revenue Increased 4.1% to $11.3 Billion, Reflecting Growth in Domestic Broadband, Domestic Wireless, International Connectivity and Business Services Connectivity Connectivity & Platforms Adjusted EBITDA Increased 1.5% to $8.3 Billion and Adjusted EBITDA Margin Increased 90 Basis Points to 41.4%. Excluding the Impact of Foreign Currency, Connectivity & Platforms Adjusted EBITDA Margin Increased 80 Basis Points Continued the Successful Execution of Our Domestic Network Upgrade and Expansion Strategy; Increased Our Converged Broadband and Wireless Footprint With 275,000 New Passings of Homes and Businesses in the First Quarter Media Adjusted EBITDA Increased 21% to $1.0 Billion, Driven by Peacock. Peacock Revenue Increased 16% to $1.2 Billion; Peacock Adjusted EBITDA Losses Improved by $424 Million Compared to the Prior Year Period Studios Adjusted EBITDA Increased 22% to $298 Million, Reflecting Strong Carryover from Wicked and Nosferatu Universal Epic Universe Debuts on May 22, 2025, as Our Most Ambitious Parks Experience Ever Created, Featuring Five Immersive Worlds and Over 50 Attractions That Will Transform Universal Orlando into a Premier Weeklong Destination. Recently Announced Our Intent to Build a Universal Theme Park and Resort in the United Kingdom and the August 2025 Opening Date for Universal Horror Unleashed in Las Vegas 1st Quarter Consolidated Financial Results Revenue was consistent with the prior year period. Net Income Attributable to Comcast decreased 12.5%. Adjusted Net Income was consistent with the prior year period. Adjusted EBITDA increased 1.9%. Earnings per Share (EPS) decreased 7.7% to $0.89. Adjusted EPS increased 4.5% to $1.09. Capital Expenditures decreased 14.4% to $2.3 billion. Connectivity & Platforms' capital expenditures decreased 13.8% to $1.6 billion, primarily reflecting lower spending on customer premise equipment and scalable infrastructure. Content & Experiences' capital expenditures decreased 10.8% to $602 million, as we near completion of the construction of Epic Universe theme park in Orlando, which is scheduled to open on May 22, 2025. Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities was $8.3 billion. Free Cash Flow was $5.4 billion. Dividends and Share Repurchases. Comcast paid dividends totaling $1.2 billion and repurchased 56.2 million of its shares for $2.0 billion, resulting in a total return of capital to shareholders of $3.2 billion. Connectivity & Platforms ($ in millions) ConstantCurrencyChange5 1st Quarter 2025 2024 Change Connectivity & Platforms Revenue Residential Connectivity & Platforms $17,642 $17,868 (1.3 %) (1.0 %) Business Services Connectivity 2,496 2,407 3.7 % 3.7 % Total Connectivity & Platforms Revenue $20,138 $20,275 (0.7 %) (0.5 %) Connectivity & Platforms Adjusted EBITDA Residential Connectivity & Platforms $6,918 $6,852 1.0 % 1.0 % Business Services Connectivity 1,422 1,366 4.1 % 4.1 % Total Connectivity & Platforms Adjusted EBITDA $8,340 $8,218 1.5 % 1.5 % Connectivity & Platforms Adjusted EBITDA Margin Residential Connectivity & Platforms 39.2 % 38.3 % 90 bps 80 bps Business Services Connectivity 57.0 % 56.7 % 30 bps 30 bps Total Connectivity & Platforms Adjusted EBITDA Margin 41.4 % 40.5 % 90 bps 80 bps Change percentages represent year/year growth rates. The changes in Adjusted EBITDA margins are presented as year/year basis point changes in the rounded Adjusted EBITDA margins. Revenue for Connectivity & Platforms was consistent with the prior year period. Adjusted EBITDA increased due to growth in both Residential Connectivity & Platforms Adjusted EBITDA and Business Services Adjusted EBITDA. Adjusted EBITDA margin increased to 41.4%. (in thousands) Net Additions / (Losses) 1st Quarter 1Q25 1Q24 2025 2024 Customer Relationships Domestic Residential Connectivity & Platforms Customer Relationships 30,969 31,555 (204 ) (94 ) International Residential Connectivity & Platforms Customer Relationships 17,800 17,782 (11 ) (65 ) Business Services Connectivity Customer Relationships 2,613 2,634 (13 ) (7 ) Total Connectivity & Platforms Customer Relationships 51,381 51,971 (228 ) (166 ) Domestic Broadband Residential Customers 29,190 29,693 (183 ) (55 ) Business Customers 2,453 2,495 (17 ) (10 ) Total Domestic Broadband Customers 31,643 32,188 (199 ) (65 ) Total Domestic Wireless Lines 8,148 6,877 323 289 Total Domestic Video Customers 12,096 13,618 (427 ) (487 ) Total Customer Relationships for Connectivity & Platforms decreased by 228,000 to 51.4 million, primarily reflecting decreases in Residential Connectivity & Platforms customer relationships. Total domestic broadband customer net losses were 199,000, total domestic wireless line net additions were 323,000 and total domestic video customer net losses were 427,000. Residential Connectivity & Platforms ($ in millions) ConstantCurrencyChange5 1st Quarter 2025 2024 Change Revenue Domestic Broadband $6,558 $6,446 1.7 % 1.7 % Domestic Wireless 1,123 972 15.6 % 15.6 % International Connectivity 1,132 1,033 9.5 % 10.5 % Total Residential Connectivity 8,813 8,451 4.3 % 4.4 % Video 6,718 7,104 (5.4 %) (5.1 %) Advertising 881 951 (7.4 %) (7.0 %) Other 1,230 1,362 (9.7 %) (9.5 %) Total Revenue $17,642 $17,868 (1.3 %) (1.0 %) Operating Expenses Programming $4,107 $4,405 (6.8 %) (6.4 %) Non-Programming 6,617 6,611 0.1 % 0.5 % Total Operating Expenses $10,724 $11,016 (2.7 %) (2.3 %) Adjusted EBITDA $6,918 $6,852 1.0 % 1.0 % Adjusted EBITDA Margin 39.2 % 38.3 % 90 bps 80 bps Change percentages represent year/year growth rates. The changes in Adjusted EBITDA margins are presented as year/year basis point changes in the rounded Adjusted EBITDA in the first quarter of 2025, commission revenue from the sale of certain direct to consumer ("DTC") streaming services and revenue related to certain equipment are presented in video revenue. Previously, these amounts were presented in domestic broadband and international connectivity. Prior periods have been reclassified to reflect the current year presentation. Revenue for Residential Connectivity & Platforms decreased compared to the prior year period, reflecting decreases in video, other and advertising revenue, partially offset by increases in domestic wireless, domestic broadband and international connectivity revenue. Domestic broadband revenue increased due to higher average rates. Domestic wireless revenue increased primarily due to an increase in the number of customer lines and device sales. International connectivity revenue increased due to increases in broadband revenue from higher average rates and in wireless revenue, reflecting higher sales of wireless services. Video revenue decreased due to a decline in the number of video customers, partially offset by an overall increase in average rates. Advertising revenue decreased due to lower international advertising and domestic political and nonpolitical advertising. Other revenue decreased primarily due to lower residential wireline voice revenue, driven by a decline in the number of customers. Adjusted EBITDA for Residential Connectivity & Platforms increased due to lower operating expenses. Programming expenses decreased primarily due to a decline in the number of domestic video customers, partially offset by rate increases under our domestic programming contracts and an increase in programming expenses for our international sports networks. Non-programming expenses were consistent primarily reflecting an increase in direct product costs and marketing and promotion costs, offset by lower technical and support and customer service costs. Adjusted EBITDA margin increased to 39.2%. Business Services Connectivity ($ in millions) ConstantCurrencyChange5 1st Quarter 2025 2024 Change Revenue $2,496 $2,407 3.7% 3.7% Operating Expenses 1,074 1,041 3.1% 3.1% Adjusted EBITDA $1,422 $1,366 4.1% 4.1% Adjusted EBITDA Margin 57.0 % 56.7 % 30 bps 30 bps Change percentages represent year/year growth rates. The changes in Adjusted EBITDA margins are presented as year/year basis point changes in the rounded Adjusted EBITDA margins. Revenue for Business Services Connectivity increased due to an increase in revenue from enterprise solutions offerings and an increase in revenue from small business customers driven by an increase in average rates due to higher adoption of our suite of advanced services. Adjusted EBITDA for Business Services Connectivity increased due to higher revenue, partially offset by higher operating expenses. The increase in operating expenses was primarily due to increases in direct product costs. Adjusted EBITDA margin increased to 57.0%. Content & Experiences ($ in millions) 1st Quarter 2025 2024 Change Content & Experiences Revenue Media $6,440 $6,371 1.1 % Studios 2,826 2,743 3.0 % Theme Parks 1,876 1,979 (5.2 %) Headquarters & Other 11 12 (9.1 %) Eliminations (697 ) (731 ) 4.7 % Total Content & Experiences Revenue $10,457 $10,374 0.8 % Content & Experiences Adjusted EBITDA Media $1,004 $827 21.5 % Studios 298 244 22.3 % Theme Parks 429 632 (32.1 %) Headquarters & Other (255 ) (243 ) (4.7 %) Eliminations 14 33 (57.8 %) Total Content & Experiences Adjusted EBITDA $1,490 $1,493 (0.1 %) Revenue for Content & Experiences was consistent compared to the prior year period primarily reflecting an increase in Studios and Media, offset by a decrease in Theme Parks. Adjusted EBITDA for Content & Experiences was consistent compared to the prior year period primarily due to a decline in Theme Parks, offset by growth in Media and Studios. Media ($ in millions) 1st Quarter 2025 2024 Change Revenue Domestic Advertising $1,886 $2,025 (6.8 %) Domestic Distribution 2,922 2,906 0.6 % International Networks 1,162 1,021 13.9 % Other 470 420 11.8 % Total Revenue $6,440 $6,371 1.1 % Operating Expenses 5,436 5,545 (2.0 %) Adjusted EBITDA $1,004 $827 21.5 % Revenue for Media increased primarily driven by higher international networks revenue, partially offset by lower domestic advertising revenue. Domestic advertising revenue decreased primarily due to lower revenue at our networks, partially offset by an increase in revenue at Peacock. Domestic distribution revenue was consistent primarily reflecting higher revenue at Peacock, offset by lower revenue at our networks. International networks revenue increased primarily due to an increase in revenue associated with the distribution of sports networks. Adjusted EBITDA for Media increased due to lower operating expenses and higher revenue. The decrease in operating expenses was primarily due to lower sports programming costs at Peacock and our domestic television networks, mainly reflecting lower sports volumes compared to the prior year period, partially offset by higher content costs at our entertainment television networks and an increase in sports costs for our international networks. Media results include $1.2 billion of revenue and an Adjusted EBITDA6 loss of $215 million related to Peacock, compared to $1.1 billion of revenue and an Adjusted EBITDA6 loss of $639 million in the prior year period. Studios ($ in millions) 1st Quarter 2025 2024 Change Revenue Content Licensing $2,174 $2,101 3.5 % Theatrical 286 330 (13.3 %) Other 366 312 17.5 % Total Revenue $2,826 $2,743 3.0 % Operating Expenses 2,528 2,499 1.2 % Adjusted EBITDA $298 $244 22.3 % Revenue for Studios increased due to higher content licensing and other revenue, partially offset by lower theatrical revenue. Content licensing revenue increased primarily due to the timing of when content was made available by our film and television studios. Other revenue increased primarily driven by digital sales of Wicked. Theatrical revenue decreased primarily due to higher revenue from releases in the prior year period, including Kung Fu Panda 4 and Migration, compared to releases in the current quarter, including Dog Man, as well as the carryover benefit of Wicked and Nosferatu. Adjusted EBITDA for Studios increased due to higher revenue, which more than offset higher operating expenses. Programming and production expenses increased, mainly driven by higher costs associated with content licensing sales this quarter compared to the prior year period. Marketing and promotion expenses decreased due to the timing of spending on recent and upcoming theatrical film releases. Theme Parks ($ in millions) 1st Quarter 2025 2024 Change Revenue $1,876 $1,979 (5.2%) Operating Expenses 1,447 1,347 7.5% Adjusted EBITDA $429 $632 (32.1%) Revenue for Theme Parks decreased primarily due to lower revenue at our domestic theme parks, driven by lower guest attendance including the impact of the Hollywood wildfires. Adjusted EBITDA for Theme Parks decreased, reflecting lower revenue and higher operating expenses, including around $100 million of pre-opening costs for Epic Universe ahead of the scheduled opening in May 2025. Headquarters & Other Content & Experiences Headquarters & Other includes overhead, personnel costs and costs associated with corporate initiatives. Headquarters & Other Adjusted EBITDA loss in the first quarter was $255 million, compared to a loss of $243 million in the prior year period. Eliminations Amounts represent eliminations of transactions between our Content & Experiences segments, the most significant being content licensing between the Studios and Media segments, which are affected by the timing of recognition of content licenses. Revenue eliminations were $697 million, compared to $731 million in the prior year period, and Adjusted EBITDA eliminations were a benefit of $14 million, compared to a benefit of $33 million in the prior year period. Corporate, Other and Eliminations ($ in millions) ... 1st Quarter 2025 2024 Change Corporate & Other Revenue $741 $767 (3.4 %) Operating Expenses 1,052 1,096 (4.0 %) Adjusted EBITDA ($311 ) ($329 ) 5.6 % Eliminations Revenue ($1,449 ) ($1,358 ) 6.7 % Operating Expenses (1,461 ) (1,332 ) 9.7 % Adjusted EBITDA $12 ($26 ) N M NM=comparison not meaningful. Corporate & Other Corporate & Other primarily includes overhead and personnel costs; our Sky-branded video services and television networks in Germany; Comcast Spectacor, which owns the Philadelphia Flyers and the Wells Fargo Center arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; and Xumo. Corporate & Other Adjusted EBITDA increased primarily due to an increase related to Sky operations in Germany. Eliminations Amounts represent eliminations of transactions between Connectivity & Platforms, Content & Experiences and other businesses, the most significant being distribution of television network programming between the Media and Residential Connectivity & Platforms segments. Revenue eliminations were $1.4 billion, consistent with the prior year period, and Adjusted EBITDA eliminations were a benefit of $12 million compared to a loss of $26 million in the prior year period. Notes: 1 We define Adjusted Net Income and Adjusted EPS as net income attributable to Comcast Corporation and diluted earnings per common share attributable to Comcast Corporation shareholders, respectively, adjusted to exclude the effects of the amortization of acquisition-related intangible assets, investments that investors may want to evaluate separately (such as based on fair value) and the impact of certain events, gains, losses or other charges that affect period-over-period comparisons. See Table 5 for reconciliations of non-GAAP financial measures. 2 We define Adjusted EBITDA as net income attributable to Comcast Corporation before net income (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interests, income tax expense, investment and other income (loss), net, interest expense, depreciation and amortization expense, and other operating gains and losses (such as impairment charges related to fixed and intangible assets and gains or losses on the sale of long-lived assets), if any. From time to time, we may exclude from Adjusted EBITDA the impact of certain events, gains, losses or other charges (such as significant legal settlements) that affect the period-to-period comparability of our operating performance. See Table 4 for reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measure. 3 All earnings per share amounts are presented on a diluted basis. 4 We define Free Cash Flow as net cash provided by operating activities (as stated in our Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows) reduced by capital expenditures and cash paid for intangible assets. From time to time, we may exclude from Free Cash Flow the impact of certain cash receipts or payments (such as significant legal settlements) that affect period-to-period comparability. Cash payments related to certain capital or intangible assets, such as the construction of Universal Beijing Resort, are presented separately in our Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows and are therefore excluded from capital expenditures and cash paid for intangible assets for Free Cash Flow. See Table 4 for reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measure. 5 Constant currency growth rates are calculated by comparing the results for each comparable prior year period adjusted to reflect the average exchange rates from each current year period presented rather than the actual exchange rates that were in effect during the respective periods. See Table 6 for reconciliations of non-GAAP financial measures. 6 Adjusted EBITDA is the measure of profit or loss for our segments. From time to time, we may present Adjusted EBITDA for components of our reportable segments, such as Peacock. We believe these measures are useful to evaluate our financial results and provide a basis of comparison to others, although our definition of Adjusted EBITDA may not be directly comparable to similar measures used by other companies. Adjusted EBITDA for components are presented on a consistent basis with the respective segments and disaggregated in accordance with GAAP. Numerical information is presented on a rounded basis using actual amounts, unless otherwise noted. The change in Peacock paid subscribers is calculated using rounded paid subscriber amounts. Minor differences in totals and percentage calculations may exist due to rounding. Conference Call and Other Information Comcast Corporation will host a conference call with the financial community today, April 24, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time (ET). The conference call and related materials will be broadcast live and posted on our Investor Relations website at A replay of the call will be available today, April 24, 2025, starting at 11:30 a.m. ET on the Investor Relations website. From time to time, we post information that may be of interest to investors on our website at and on our corporate website, To automatically receive Comcast financial news by email, please visit and subscribe to email alerts. Caution Concerning Forward-Looking Statements This press release includes statements that may constitute forward-looking statements. In evaluating these statements, readers should consider various factors, including the risks and uncertainties we describe in the "Risk Factors" sections of our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, our most recent Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q and other reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Factors that could cause our actual results to differ materially from these forward-looking statements include changes in and/or risks associated with: the competitive environment; consumer behavior; the advertising market; consumer acceptance of our content; programming costs; key distribution and/or licensing agreements; use and protection of our intellectual property; our reliance on third-party hardware, software and operational support; keeping pace with technological developments; cyber attacks, security breaches or technology disruptions; weak economic conditions; acquisitions and strategic initiatives; operating businesses internationally; natural disasters, severe weather-related and other uncontrollable events; loss of key personnel; labor disputes; laws and regulations; adverse decisions in litigation or governmental investigations; and other risks described from time to time in reports and other documents we file with the SEC. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they are made, and involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events or our actual results to differ materially from those expressed in any such forward-looking statements. We undertake no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements, whether because of new information, future events or otherwise. The amount and timing of any dividends and share repurchases are subject to business, economic and other relevant factors. Non-GAAP Financial Measures In this discussion, we sometimes refer to financial measures that are not presented according to generally accepted accounting principles in the U.S. (GAAP). Certain of these measures are considered "non-GAAP financial measures" under the SEC regulations; those rules require the supplemental explanations and reconciliations that are in Comcast's Form 8-K (Quarterly Earnings Release) furnished to the SEC. About Comcast Corporation Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, our businesses reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. We deliver world-class broadband, wireless, and video through Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including NBC, Telemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible theme parks and attractions to life through Universal Destinations & Experiences. Visit for more information. TABLE 1 Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income (Unaudited) Three Months Ended (in millions, except per share data) March 31, 2025 2024 Revenue $29,887 $30,058 Costs and expenses Programming and production 8,415 8,823 Marketing and promotion 2,071 2,018 Other operating and administrative 9,893 9,857 Depreciation 2,231 2,175 Amortization 1,618 1,376 24,228 24,248 Operating income 5,658 5,810 Interest expense (1,050) (1,002) Investment and other income (loss), net Equity in net income (losses) of investees, net (194) 158 Realized and unrealized gains (losses) on equity securities, net (24) (51) Other income (loss), net 102 191 (116) 298 Income before income taxes 4,492 5,105 Income tax expense (1,196) (1,328) Net income 3,296 3,777 Less: Net income (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interests (79) (79) Net income attributable to Comcast Corporation $3,375 $3,857 Diluted earnings per common share attributable to Comcast Corporation shareholders $0.89 $0.97 Diluted weighted-average number of common shares 3,784 3,992 TABLE 2 Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Unaudited) Three Months Ended (in millions) March 31, 2025 2024 OPERATING ACTIVITIES Net income $3,296 $3,777 Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities: Depreciation and amortization 3,849 3,551 Share-based compensation 382 373 Noncash interest expense (income), net 130 103 Net (gain) loss on investment activity and other 231 (164) Deferred income taxes (43) (17) Changes in operating assets and liabilities, net of effects of acquisitions and divestitures: Current and noncurrent receivables, net 935 643 Film and television costs, net (123) 124 Accounts payable and accrued expenses related to trade creditors (35) (446) Other operating assets and liabilities (327) (97) Net cash provided by operating activities 8,294 7,848 INVESTING ACTIVITIES Capital expenditures (2,252) (2,630) Cash paid for intangible assets (622) (679) Construction of Universal Beijing Resort (2) (108) Proceeds from sales of businesses and investments 43 274 Purchases of investments (145) (404) Other 19 35 Net cash (used in) investing activities (2,958) (3,511) FINANCING ACTIVITIES Proceeds from borrowings — 26 Repurchases and repayments of debt (636) (289) Repurchases of common stock under repurchase program and employee plans (2,240) (2,664) Dividends paid (1,224) (1,193) Other 24 97 Net cash (used in) financing activities (4,075) (4,023) Impact of foreign currency on cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash 14 (10) Increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash 1,275 304 Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, beginning of period 7,377 6,282 Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, end of period $8,652 $6,586 TABLE 3 Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (Unaudited) (in millions) March 31, December 31, 2025 2024 ASSETS Current Assets Cash and cash equivalents $8,593 $7,322 Receivables, net 12,881 13,661 Other current assets 5,840 5,817 Total current assets 27,314 26,801 Film and television costs 12,774 12,541 Investments 8,524 8,647 Property and equipment, net 63,292 62,548 Goodwill 59,094 58,209 Franchise rights 59,365 59,365 Other intangible assets, net 24,943 25,599 Other noncurrent assets, net 12,464 12,501 $267,770 $266,211 LIABILITIES AND EQUITY Current Liabilities Accounts payable and accrued expenses related to trade creditors $11,545 $11,321 Deferred revenue 3,766 3,507 Accrued expenses and other current liabilities 11,000 10,679 Current portion of debt 6,848 4,907 Advance on sale of investment 9,167 9,167 Total current liabilities 42,325 39,581 Noncurrent portion of debt 92,274 94,186 Deferred income taxes 25,136 25,227 Other noncurrent liabilities 20,735 20,942 Redeemable noncontrolling interests 244 237 Equity Comcast Corporation shareholders' equity 86,638 85,560 Noncontrolling interests 418 477 Total equity 87,056 86,038 $267,770 $266,211 TABLE 4 Reconciliation from Net Income Attributable to Comcast Corporation to Adjusted EBITDA (Unaudited) Three Months EndedMarch 31, (in millions) 2025 2024 Net income attributable to Comcast Corporation $3,375 $3,857 Net income (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interests (79) (79) Income tax expense 1,196 1,328 Interest expense 1,050 1,002 Investment and other (income) loss, net 116 (298) Depreciation 2,231 2,175 Amortization 1,618 1,376 Adjustments (1) 24 (6) Adjusted EBITDA $9,532 $9,355 Reconciliation from Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities to Free Cash Flow (Unaudited) Three Months EndedMarch 31, (in millions) 2025 2024 Net cash provided by operating activities $8,294 $7,848 Capital expenditures (2,252) (2,630) Cash paid for capitalized software and other intangible assets (622) (679) Free Cash Flow $5,421 $4,538 Alternate Presentation of Free Cash Flow (Unaudited) Three Months EndedMarch 31, (in millions) 2025 2024 Adjusted EBITDA $9,532 $9,355 Capital expenditures (2,252) (2,630) Cash paid for capitalized software and other intangible assets (622) (679) Cash interest expense (674) (731) Cash taxes (400) (349) Changes in operating assets and liabilities (636) (940) Noncash share-based compensation 382 373 Other (2) 90 140 Free Cash Flow $5,421 $4,538 (1) 1st quarter 2025 Adjusted EBITDA excludes $22 million of other operating and administrative expenses associated with the proposed spin-off of businesses within our Media segment, and $3 million of other operating and administrative expenses related to our investment portfolio. 1st quarter 2024 Adjusted EBITDA excludes $(6) million of other operating and administrative expenses related to our investment portfolio. (2) 1st quarter 2025 includes adjustments of $22 million of other operating and administrative expenses associated with the proposed spin-off of businesses within our Media segment and $3 million of other operating and administrative expenses related to our investment portfolio, as these amounts are excluded from Adjusted EBITDA. 1st quarter 2024 includes adjustments of $(6) million of costs related to our investment portfolio, as these amounts are excluded from Adjusted EBITDA. TABLE 5 Reconciliations of Adjusted Net Income and Adjusted EPS (Unaudited) Three Months EndedMarch 31, 2025 2024 (in millions, except per share data) $ EPS $ EPS Net income attributable to Comcast Corporation and diluted earnings per share attributable to Comcast Corporation shareholders $3,375 $0.89 $3,857 $0.97 Change (12.5%) (7.7%) Amortization of acquisition-related intangible assets (1) 606 0.16 437 0.11 Investments (2) 132 0.03 (123) (0.03) Items affecting period-over-period comparability: Costs related to proposed spin-off (3) 19 0.01 — — Adjusted Net income and Adjusted EPS $4,132 $1.09 $4,171 $1.04 Change (0.9%) 4.5% (1) Acquisition-related intangible assets are recognized as a result of the application of Accounting Standards Codification Topic 805, Business Combinations (such as customer relationships), and their amortization is significantly affected by the size and timing of our acquisitions. Amortization of intangible assets not resulting from business combinations (such as software and acquired intellectual property rights used in our theme parks) is included in Adjusted Net Income and Adjusted EPS. Three Months EndedMarch 31, 2025 2024 Amortization of acquisition-related intangible assets before income taxes $789 $569 Amortization of acquisition-related intangible assets, net of tax $606 $437 (2) Adjustments for investments include realized and unrealized (gains) losses on equity securities, net (as stated in Table 1), as well as the equity in net (income) losses of investees, net, for certain equity method investments, including Atairos and Hulu and costs related to our investment portfolio. Three Months EndedMarch 31, 2025 2024 Realized and unrealized (gains) losses on equity securities, net $24 $51 Equity in net (income) losses of investees, net and other 148 (215) Investments before income taxes 172 (164) Investments, net of tax $132 ($123) (3) 1st quarter 2025 net income attributable to Comcast Corporation includes $22 million of other operating and administrative expenses, $19 million net of tax, related to the proposed spin-off of businesses within our Media segment. TABLE 6 Reconciliation of Constant Currency (Unaudited) Three Months EndedMarch 31, 2024 Effects of Constant As Foreign Currency (in millions) Reported Currency Amounts Reconciliation of Connectivity & Platforms Constant Currency Connectivity & Platforms Revenue Residential Connectivity & Platforms $17,868 $(42) $17,826 Business Services Connectivity 2,407 — 2,407 Total Connectivity & Platforms Revenue $20,275 ($43) $20,233 Connectivity and Platforms Adjusted EBITDA Residential Connectivity & Platforms $6,852 ($1) $6,850 Business Services Connectivity 1,366 — 1,366 Total Connectivity & Platforms Adjusted EBITDA $8,218 ($1) $8,216 Connectivity & Platforms Adjusted EBITDA Margin Residential Connectivity & Platforms 38.3% 10 bps 38.4% Business Services Connectivity 56.7% - bps 56.7% Total Connectivity & Platforms Adjusted EBITDA Margin 40.5% 10 bps 40.6% Three Months EndedMarch 31, 2024 Effects of Constant As Foreign Currency (in millions) Reported Currency Amounts Reconciliation of Residential Connectivity & Platforms Constant Currency Revenue Domestic broadband $6,446 $— $6,446 Domestic wireless 972 — 972 International connectivity 1,033 (9) 1,024 Total residential connectivity $8,451 ($9) $8,442 Video 7,104 (27) 7,078 Advertising 951 (4) 947 Other 1,362 (3) 1,359 Total Revenue $17,868 ($42) $17,826 Operating Expenses Programming $4,405 ($17) $4,389 Non-Programming 6,611 (24) 6,587 Total Operating Expenses $11,016 ($41) $10,975 Adjusted EBITDA $6,852 ($1) $6,850 Adjusted EBITDA Margin 38.3% 10 bps 38.4% View source version on Contacts Investor Contacts: Marci Ryvicker (215) 286-4781Jane Kearns (215) 286-4794Marc Kaplan (215) 286-6527Press Contacts: Jennifer Khoury (215) 286-7408John Demming (215) 286-8011 Sign in to access your portfolio
Globe and Mail
08-04-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Q4 Earnings Review: Wireless, Cable and Satellite Stocks Led by Comcast (NASDAQ:CMCSA)
Quarterly earnings results are a good time to check in on a company's progress, especially compared to its peers in the same sector. Today we are looking at Comcast (NASDAQ:CMCSA) and the best and worst performers in the wireless, cable and satellite industry. The massive physical footprints of cell phone towers, fiber in the ground, or satellites in space make it challenging for companies in this industry to adjust to shifting consumer habits. Over the last decade-plus, consumers have 'cut the cord' to their landlines and traditional cable subscriptions in favor of wireless communications and streaming video. These trends do mean that more households need cell phone plans and high-speed internet. Companies that successfully serve customers can enjoy high retention rates and pricing power since the options for mobile and internet connectivity in any geography are usually limited. The 8 wireless, cable and satellite stocks we track reported a mixed Q4. As a group, revenues along with next quarter's revenue guidance were in line with analysts' consensus estimates. In light of this news, share prices of the companies have held steady. On average, they are relatively unchanged since the latest earnings results. Best Q4: Comcast (NASDAQ:CMCSA) Formerly known as American Cable Systems, Comcast (NASDAQ:CMCSA) is a multinational telecommunications company offering a wide range of services. Comcast reported revenues of $31.92 billion, up 2.1% year on year. This print exceeded analysts' expectations by 1%. Overall, it was a strong quarter for the company with a decent beat of analysts' EPS and adjusted operating income estimates. 'We had the best financial performance in our company's 60-year history with record revenue, EBITDA and EPS along with significant free cash flow," said Brian L. Roberts, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Comcast Corporation. Comcast achieved the biggest analyst estimates beat and fastest revenue growth of the whole group. Investor expectations, however, were likely higher than Wall Street's published projections, leaving some wishing for even better results (analysts' consensus estimates are those published by big banks and advisory firms, not the investors who make buy and sell decisions). The stock is down 9.2% since reporting and currently trades at $33.91. Is now the time to buy Comcast? Access our full analysis of the earnings results here, it's free. Charter (NASDAQ:CHTR) Operating as Spectrum, Charter (NASDAQ:CHTR) is a leading telecommunications company offering cable television, high-speed internet, and voice services across the United States. Charter reported revenues of $13.93 billion, up 1.6% year on year, in line with analysts' expectations. The business had a satisfactory quarter with a decent beat of analysts' EPS estimates. However, the results were likely priced into the stock as it's traded sideways since reporting. Shares currently sit at $335.90. Is now the time to buy Charter? Access our full analysis of the earnings results here, it's free. Slowest Q4: Altice (NYSE:ATUS) Based in Long Island City, Altice USA (NYSE:ATUS) is a telecommunications company offering cable, internet, telephone, and television services across the United States. Altice reported revenues of $2.24 billion, down 2.9% year on year, in line with analysts' expectations. It was a softer quarter as it posted a significant miss of analysts' adjusted operating income and EPS estimates. As expected, the stock is down 14.8% since the results and currently trades at $2.31. Cable One (NYSE:CABO) Founded in 1986, Cable One (NYSE:CABO) provides high-speed internet, cable television, and telephone services, primarily in smaller markets across the United States. Cable One reported revenues of $387.2 million, down 6% year on year. This print missed analysts' expectations by 0.6%. Aside from that, it was a mixed quarter as it also logged an impressive beat of analysts' EPS estimates but a miss of analysts' adjusted operating income estimates. The stock is down 5.3% since reporting and currently trades at $253.34. Read our full, actionable report on Cable One here, it's free. Verizon (NYSE:VZ) Formed in 1984 as Bell Atlantic after the breakup of Bell System into seven companies, Verizon (NYSE:VZ) is a telecom giant providing a range of communications and internet services. Verizon reported revenues of $35.68 billion, up 1.6% year on year. This result surpassed analysts' expectations by 0.9%. More broadly, it was a mixed quarter as it also recorded EPS in line with analysts' estimates but a miss of analysts' adjusted operating income estimates. The company added 1,332,000 customers to reach a total of 146.1 million. The stock is up 9.6% since reporting and currently trades at $42.93. Read our full, actionable report on Verizon here, it's free. Market Update As a result of the Fed's rate hikes in 2022 and 2023, inflation has come down from frothy levels post-pandemic. The general rise in the price of goods and services is trending towards the Fed's 2% goal as of late, which is good news. The higher rates that fought inflation also didn't slow economic activity enough to catalyze a recession. So far, soft landing. This, combined with recent rate cuts (half a percent in September 2024 and a quarter percent in November 2024) have led to strong stock market performance in 2024. The icing on the cake for 2024 returns was Donald Trump's victory in the U.S. Presidential Election in early November, sending major indices to all-time highs in the week following the election. Still, debates around the health of the economy and the impact of potential tariffs and corporate tax cuts remain, leaving much uncertainty around 2025. 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Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Q4 Earnings Review: Wireless, Cable and Satellite Stocks Led by Comcast (NASDAQ:CMCSA)
Quarterly earnings results are a good time to check in on a company's progress, especially compared to its peers in the same sector. Today we are looking at Comcast (NASDAQ:CMCSA) and the best and worst performers in the wireless, cable and satellite industry. The massive physical footprints of cell phone towers, fiber in the ground, or satellites in space make it challenging for companies in this industry to adjust to shifting consumer habits. Over the last decade-plus, consumers have 'cut the cord' to their landlines and traditional cable subscriptions in favor of wireless communications and streaming video. These trends do mean that more households need cell phone plans and high-speed internet. Companies that successfully serve customers can enjoy high retention rates and pricing power since the options for mobile and internet connectivity in any geography are usually limited. The 8 wireless, cable and satellite stocks we track reported a mixed Q4. As a group, revenues along with next quarter's revenue guidance were in line with analysts' consensus estimates. In light of this news, share prices of the companies have held steady. On average, they are relatively unchanged since the latest earnings results. Formerly known as American Cable Systems, Comcast (NASDAQ:CMCSA) is a multinational telecommunications company offering a wide range of services. Comcast reported revenues of $31.92 billion, up 2.1% year on year. This print exceeded analysts' expectations by 1%. Overall, it was a strong quarter for the company with a decent beat of analysts' EPS and adjusted operating income estimates. 'We had the best financial performance in our company's 60-year history with record revenue, EBITDA and EPS along with significant free cash flow," said Brian L. Roberts, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Comcast Corporation. Comcast achieved the biggest analyst estimates beat and fastest revenue growth of the whole group. Investor expectations, however, were likely higher than Wall Street's published projections, leaving some wishing for even better results (analysts' consensus estimates are those published by big banks and advisory firms, not the investors who make buy and sell decisions). The stock is down 9.2% since reporting and currently trades at $33.91. Is now the time to buy Comcast? Access our full analysis of the earnings results here, it's free. Operating as Spectrum, Charter (NASDAQ:CHTR) is a leading telecommunications company offering cable television, high-speed internet, and voice services across the United States. Charter reported revenues of $13.93 billion, up 1.6% year on year, in line with analysts' expectations. The business had a satisfactory quarter with a decent beat of analysts' EPS estimates. However, the results were likely priced into the stock as it's traded sideways since reporting. Shares currently sit at $335.90. Is now the time to buy Charter? Access our full analysis of the earnings results here, it's free. Based in Long Island City, Altice USA (NYSE:ATUS) is a telecommunications company offering cable, internet, telephone, and television services across the United States. Altice reported revenues of $2.24 billion, down 2.9% year on year, in line with analysts' expectations. It was a softer quarter as it posted a significant miss of analysts' adjusted operating income and EPS estimates. As expected, the stock is down 14.8% since the results and currently trades at $2.31. Read our full analysis of Altice's results here. Founded in 1986, Cable One (NYSE:CABO) provides high-speed internet, cable television, and telephone services, primarily in smaller markets across the United States. Cable One reported revenues of $387.2 million, down 6% year on year. This print missed analysts' expectations by 0.6%. Aside from that, it was a mixed quarter as it also logged an impressive beat of analysts' EPS estimates but a miss of analysts' adjusted operating income estimates. The stock is down 5.3% since reporting and currently trades at $253.34. Read our full, actionable report on Cable One here, it's free. Formed in 1984 as Bell Atlantic after the breakup of Bell System into seven companies, Verizon (NYSE:VZ) is a telecom giant providing a range of communications and internet services. Verizon reported revenues of $35.68 billion, up 1.6% year on year. This result surpassed analysts' expectations by 0.9%. More broadly, it was a mixed quarter as it also recorded EPS in line with analysts' estimates but a miss of analysts' adjusted operating income estimates. The company added 1,332,000 customers to reach a total of 146.1 million. The stock is up 9.6% since reporting and currently trades at $42.93. Read our full, actionable report on Verizon here, it's free. As a result of the Fed's rate hikes in 2022 and 2023, inflation has come down from frothy levels post-pandemic. The general rise in the price of goods and services is trending towards the Fed's 2% goal as of late, which is good news. The higher rates that fought inflation also didn't slow economic activity enough to catalyze a recession. So far, soft landing. This, combined with recent rate cuts (half a percent in September 2024 and a quarter percent in November 2024) have led to strong stock market performance in 2024. The icing on the cake for 2024 returns was Donald Trump's victory in the U.S. Presidential Election in early November, sending major indices to all-time highs in the week following the election. Still, debates around the health of the economy and the impact of potential tariffs and corporate tax cuts remain, leaving much uncertainty around 2025. Want to invest in winners with rock-solid fundamentals? Check out our Strong Momentum Stocks and add them to your watchlist. These companies are poised for growth regardless of the political or macroeconomic climate. Join Paid Stock Investor Research Help us make StockStory more helpful to investors like yourself. Join our paid user research session and receive a $50 Amazon gift card for your opinions. Sign up here.
