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Jun 30, 2023

SBA Q2 2023 Earnings Report

SBA reported mixed results for Q2 2023, with revenue growth offset by increased operating expenses.

Key Takeaways

SBA Communications Corporation reported revenue growth in Q2 2023, driven by domestic and international site leasing. However, increased operating expenses impacted profitability, resulting in a decrease in net income compared to the previous year.

Total revenue increased by 2.7% year-over-year to $671.4 million.

Domestic site leasing revenue grew by 4.4% year-over-year.

International site leasing revenue increased by 10.4% year-over-year.

Net income decreased to $56.5 million, compared to $103.7 million in the prior year.

Total Revenue
$679M
Previous year: $652M
+4.1%
EPS
$1.87
Previous year: $0.64
+192.2%
Tower Cash Flow Margin
63.8%
Previous year: 80.6%
-20.8%
Adjusted EBITDA Margin
61.2%
Previous year: 68.2%
-10.3%
AFFO per Share
$2.63
Previous year: $3.07
-14.3%
Gross Profit
$524M
Previous year: $486M
+7.9%
Cash and Equivalents
$179M
Previous year: $183M
-2.1%
Free Cash Flow
$423M
Previous year: $319M
+32.7%
Total Assets
$10.6B
Previous year: $10B
+5.9%

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Forward Guidance

SBA Communications provided guidance for the full year 2023, expecting continued growth in site leasing revenue, driven by 5G deployments and increased demand for wireless infrastructure. However, they anticipate higher operating expenses due to inflation and increased investment in international markets.

Positive Outlook

  • Continued growth in site leasing revenue.
  • Strong demand for wireless infrastructure driven by 5G deployments.
  • Expansion in international markets.
  • Focus on operational efficiency.
  • Strategic investments in key growth areas.

Challenges Ahead

  • Higher operating expenses due to inflation.
  • Increased investment in international markets impacting profitability.
  • Potential delays in 5G deployments.
  • Competition in the wireless infrastructure market.
  • Uncertainty in the global economic outlook.

Revenue & Expenses

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