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Mar 31
EchoStar Q1 2025 Earnings Report
EchoStar reported a quarterly net loss and lower total revenue compared to the prior year.
Key Takeaways
EchoStar saw continued wireless subscriber growth and operational gains in Pay-TV, but posted a net loss and lower revenues year-over-year amid higher interest expenses and ongoing investments.
Added 150,000 net subscribers in wireless segment, now reaching 7.15 million.
Pay-TV segment posted its lowest churn in over a decade at 1.36%.
Total revenue was $3.87 billion, down from $4.01 billion in Q1 2024.
Net loss widened to $202.7 million from $107.4 million year-over-year.
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Forward Guidance
EchoStar plans to maintain momentum in wireless growth and international connectivity expansion, while continuing to optimize Pay-TV and scale in-flight services.
Positive Outlook
- Completion of 24,000 5G sites ahead of FCC deadlines.
- Recognition of Boost Mobile as #1 network in NYC.
- Growth in ARPU in Pay-TV segment.
- Membership in Airbus HBCplus enhances airline market access.
- Enterprise backlog increased 5% year-over-year.
Challenges Ahead
- Continued operating losses in wireless segment.
- Rising interest expense impacting bottom line.
- Decline in Pay-TV revenue compared to last year.
- Broadband and Satellite Services revenue also declined year-over-year.
- Higher capital expenditures in wireless network rollout.