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Dec 31, 2022

Comcast Q4 2022 Earnings Report

Comcast's Q4 2022 performance was marked by revenue growth and strategic investments, but also impacted by increased severance expenses.

Key Takeaways

Comcast reported a slight increase in revenue for Q4 2022, but experienced a decrease in net income and adjusted EBITDA. The company saw growth in broadband, wireless, and theme parks, while facing challenges in video and voice. Increased severance expenses impacted adjusted EBITDA. Comcast continued to invest in its network and streaming services, including Peacock, which saw subscriber growth.

Consolidated revenue increased by 0.7% to $30.6 billion.

Adjusted EPS increased by 6.5% to $0.82.

Cable Communications added 365,000 wireless lines, the best quarterly result since launch.

Peacock added 5 million paid subscribers, the best quarterly result since launch.

Total Revenue
$30.6B
Previous year: $30.3B
+0.7%
EPS
$0.82
Previous year: $0.77
+6.5%
Total Customer Relation Add
-71K
Previous year: 169K
-142.0%
Total Video Cust Net Losses
-440K
Previous year: -373K
+18.0%
Wireless Lines Net Adds
365K
Previous year: 312K
+17.0%
Gross Profit
$30.6B
Previous year: $30.3B
+0.7%
Cash and Equivalents
$4.75B
Previous year: $8.71B
-45.5%
Free Cash Flow
$1.33B
Previous year: $3.78B
-64.9%
Total Assets
$257B
Previous year: $276B
-6.8%

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Forward Guidance

Comcast announced an increase in its dividend for the 15th consecutive year, signaling confidence in its financial position and future strategy. However, no specific financial guidance was provided in this earnings report.

Positive Outlook

  • Increased dividend by 7.4% year-over-year to $1.16 per share on an annualized basis for 2023.
  • Board's confidence in the company's position and path forward.
  • Demonstrates commitment to returning capital to shareholders.
  • Highlights financial stability and positive outlook.
  • Signals potential for continued growth and value creation.

Challenges Ahead

  • No specific financial guidance provided in the earnings report.
  • Uncertainty regarding future performance.
  • Potential challenges in achieving growth targets.
  • Market conditions and competitive pressures.
  • Lack of detailed outlook may concern some investors.

Revenue & Expenses

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