Comcast Q3 2023 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Comcast Corporation reported a revenue increase of 0.9% to $30.115 billion for Q3 2023. Net income attributable to Comcast was $4.046 billion, a significant increase compared to the previous year's loss of $4.598 billion. Adjusted EPS increased by 12.5% to $1.08, and free cash flow was $4.032 billion. The company returned $4.7 billion to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases.
Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA increased 5.1% to $10.0 billion, and Adjusted EPS increased 12.5% to $1.08.
Connectivity & Platforms Adjusted EBITDA increased 3.0% to $8.2 billion, with an Adjusted EBITDA margin increase of 80 basis points to 40.6%.
Peacock paid subscribers increased nearly 80% year-over-year to 28 million, with 4 million net additions in the quarter, and revenue increased 64% to $830 million.
Theme Parks Adjusted EBITDA increased 20% to $983 million, reaching its highest level on record.
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Forward Guidance
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Positive Outlook
- Focus on innovation and financial discipline.
- Consistent execution positions us competitively both now and into the future.
- Delivered another quarter of double-digit Adjusted EPS growth.
- Continued to generate solid revenue growth in our connectivity businesses.
- Expanded our Adjusted EBITDA margin at Connectivity & Platforms.
Challenges Ahead
- Changes in the competitive environment
- Consumer behavior
- The advertising market
- Programming costs
- Consumer acceptance of our content
Revenue & Expenses
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