The call presented a strong performance for GCI with record revenue and strategic advancements in community connectivity and financial management. However, it also highlighted challenges such as customer declines and service disruptions due to fiber issues.
Company Guidance
During the Liberty Broadband 2025 Q1 Earnings Call, several key metrics and future guidance were discussed. Liberty Broadband reported consolidated cash and restricted cash of $565 million, with $149 million at GCI. GCI achieved its best quarter ever, with revenue reaching $266 million and adjusted OIBDA at $111 million, reflecting year-over-year increases of 9% and 23%, respectively, and an adjusted OIBDA margin of 42%. GCI's leverage was at 2.8 times, with $292 million of undrawn capacity in its credit facility. The value of Liberty Broadband’s investment in Charter was approximately $17.8 billion, based on 44.2 million shares. GCI's CapEx for Q1 was $49 million, with a full-year expectation of $250 million due to investments in rural Alaska under the Alaska Plan. Additionally, GCI has refinanced its credit facility, extending maturities to 2030 for its revolver and 2031 for its term loan. Future guidance includes the expected completion of Liberty Broadband's acquisition by Charter by June 2027, and the GCI spinoff is anticipated to be finalized this summer.
Record Revenue and OIBDA Growth for GCI
GCI reported its best quarter ever with revenue of $266 million and adjusted OIBDA of $111 million, reflecting an increase of 9% and 23% respectively over the prior year.
Successful Community Connectivity Project
GCI completed a major milestone by connecting Bethel, the largest community in Western Alaska, with fiber from Anchorage. This achievement will allow Bethel residents to access a 5G wireless network and high-speed broadband services.
Strategic Financial Moves
GCI refinanced its senior credit facility with a $450 million revolver maturing in 2030 and a $300 million Term Loan A maturing in 2031. This extends maturities at attractive rates and provides good liquidity.
Liberty Broadband (LBRDA) Earnings, Revenues Date & History
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Beat
Missed
LBRDA Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
May 07, 2025
$92.29
$92.29
0.00%
Feb 27, 2025
$78.75
$80.42
+2.12%
Nov 07, 2024
$100.25
$95.89
-4.35%
Aug 08, 2024
$62.93
$63.81
+1.40%
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