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Liberty Broadband Corp (LBRDK)
NASDAQ:LBRDK
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Liberty Broadband (LBRDK) Earnings Dates, Call Summary & Reports

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Earnings Data

Report Date
Jul 31, 2026
TBA (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q2)
Consensus EPS Forecast
Last Year’s EPS
0.94
Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 1 Analysts Ratings

Earnings Call Summary

Q1 2026
Earnings Call Date:Apr 28, 2026|
% Change Since:
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The call presents a balanced picture: strong strategic initiatives (Quintillion acquisition, LLA investment, network build-out and improving convergence metrics) and solid liquidity at quarter end are positive. However, near-term financial metrics show pressure — revenue down 4%, adjusted OIBDA down 18%, free cash flow down ~13%, subscriber losses in data and peak 2026 CapEx that increases near-term leverage. Overall, the company is executing strategic moves that could drive longer-term value, while facing near-term operational and financial headwinds.
Company Guidance
Guidance highlights: GCI expects 2026 CapEx of approximately $290 million (including $20M carried from 2025), with CapEx to peak in 2026 and then step down toward a historical range of 15–20% of revenue; Q1 CapEx net of grant proceeds was $55M. Management said the proposed Quintillion acquisition (consideration $310M cash, subject to adjustments, up to $50M reimbursement and potential earn‑outs) and a planned $160M unsecured loan should enhance network resilience and be accretive to free cash flow in the first year after closing; GCI also invested about $107M to acquire a 6% interest in Liberty Latin America. At quarter end consolidated cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash were $448M (including $131M at GCI), total principal debt was ~ $1.0B, consolidated net leverage was 1.6x (pro forma 2.3x after the LLA purchase and Quintillion loan; GCI pro forma leverage ~2.7x after the $160M loan), trailing‑12‑month free cash flow was $99M (down ~13% YoY), Q1 revenue was $256M (‑4% YoY) and adjusted OIBDA was $93M (‑18% YoY). Operational guidance/metrics include 200,000 consumer wireless lines (up 2% YoY), total wireless lines 207,700 (7,700 business), +1,000 consumer adds in the quarter (500 postpaid), 150,500 data subscribers (‑3% YoY), consumer gross margin 72.2% and business gross margin 77.3%; management noted strong promotional retention (upsell retention in the low‑90% range), >40% of broadband customers have one or more wireless lines and >60% of postpaid wireless lines are sold as part of a package.
Strategic Acquisitions and Investments
Definitive agreement to acquire Quintillion for $310 million (plus up to $50 million reimbursement and potential earn-outs); expected to be accretive to free cash flow in the first year after closing. Completed acquisition of a 6% equity interest in Liberty Latin America for approximately $107 million and pursuing additional LLA shares. GCI to provide a $160 million unsecured loan to Quintillion. Intention to rename GCI Liberty to Liberty Capital to reflect expanded investment focus.
Consumer Wireless Subscriber Growth
Consumer wireless lines grew 2% year-over-year to 200,000; total wireless lines ended the quarter at 207,700 (including 7,700 business lines). Net adds of ~1,000 consumer wireless lines in the quarter, including ~500 postpaid lines driven by the 'free for a year' promotion.
Convergence and Promotion Effectiveness
Converged customer adoption remains strong: more than 40% of broadband customers have one or more wireless lines and over 60% of postpaid wireless lines are sold as part of a package. Prior unlimited test drive retention was 'exceptionally high' in the low-90% range; new promotions are supporting postpaid wireless growth and converged sales.
Network Resilience and Rural Expansion
Quintillion deal and ongoing network investments will combine subsea and terrestrial fiber with GCI's microwave network to enhance routing diversity, resilience and statewide reach. Nearing completion of Alaska plan build-out with continued focus on increasing wireless speeds and expanding 5G coverage to covered Alaskans.
Liquidity Position at Quarter End
Consolidated cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash of $448 million (including $131 million at GCI). GCI credit facility had approximately $377 million of undrawn capacity net of letters of credit. Reported consolidated net leverage of 1.6x at quarter end.

Liberty Broadband (LBRDK) Earnings, Revenues Date & History

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LBRDK Earnings History

Report Date
Fiscal Quarter
Forecast / EPS
Last Year's EPS
EPS YoY Change
Press Release
Slides
Play Transcript
Jul 31, 2026
2026 (Q2)
- / -
0.94
Apr 28, 2026
2026 (Q1)
- / 1.41
1.752-19.52% (-0.34)
Feb 11, 2026
2025 (Q4)
- / -22.21
1.911-1262.22% (-24.12)
Nov 05, 2025
2025 (Q3)
- / -13.34
0.927-1539.05% (-14.27)
Aug 07, 2025
2025 (Q2)
- / 0.94
1.274-26.22% (-0.33)
May 07, 2025
2025 (Q1)
1.12 / 1.75
1.58310.68% (+0.17)
Feb 27, 2025
2024 (Q4)
2.66 / 1.91
1.31245.66% (+0.60)
Nov 07, 2024
2024 (Q3)
1.98 / 0.93
1.031-10.09% (-0.10)
Aug 08, 2024
2024 (Q2)
1.73 / 1.27
1.602-20.47% (-0.33)
May 08, 2024
2024 (Q1)
2.10 / 1.58
0.44259.77% (+1.14)
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LBRDK Earnings-Related Price Changes

Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
Apr 28, 2026
$40.61$40.20-1.01%
Feb 11, 2026
$57.65$56.14-2.62%
Nov 05, 2025
$50.89$51.89+1.97%
Aug 07, 2025
$59.57$58.82-1.26%
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