ADT Q4 2020 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
ADT Inc. reported Q4 2020 results with a total revenue of $1,315 million compared to $1,298 million in the prior year. The company's net loss was $112 million, compared to $72 million in the prior year. ADT maintained its record low revenue payback, while growing RMR additions by double digits and increasing net subscribers.
Total revenue of $1,315 million, compared to $1,298 million.
Net loss of $112 million, compared to $72 million.
U.S. Recurring Monthly Revenue additions up 15% in Q4.
Grew net subscribers for both Q4 and full year.
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Forward Guidance
ADT expects demand catalysts to continue in 2021 and is targeting full year Recurring Monthly Revenue additions to grow in the mid-teens. The Company is providing the following financial guidance for 2021: Total Revenue $5,050 - $5,250 million, Adjusted EBITDA $2,100 - $2,200 million, Adjusted Free Cash Flow $450 - $550 million.
Positive Outlook
- Targeting full year Recurring Monthly Revenue additions to grow in the mid-teens.
- Total Revenue $5,050 - $5,250 million
- Adjusted EBITDA $2,100 - $2,200 million
- Adjusted Free Cash Flow $450 - $550 million
- Growth momentum in the second half of 2020
Challenges Ahead
- Increased spending on subscriber acquisition costs
- Increased spending on other technology investments
- Guidance excludes 3G and Code-Division Multiple Access (“CDMA”) radio conversion costs.
- Residential equipment ownership model transition includes estimated non-cash reductions in reported revenue ($350 million to $400 million)
- Residential equipment ownership model transition includes estimated non-cash reductions in Adjusted EBITDA ($80 million to $100 million).