Mar 31, 2021

U.S. Cellular Q1 2021 Earnings Report

UScellular had a strong start to 2021 with service revenues increasing and positive impact of higher ARPU.

Key Takeaways

UScellular reported strong first quarter 2021 results with total operating revenues of $1,023 million, compared to $963 million in the same period last year. Net income attributable to UScellular shareholders was $60 million, with diluted earnings per share of $0.69.

First quarter service revenues increased, showing the positive impact of higher ARPU.

Postpaid and prepaid handset additions strengthened compared to the same period one year ago.

5G and network modernization programs are on track, offering 5G in portions of substantially all markets.

New brand campaign highlights community-first approach.

Total Revenue
$1.02B
Previous year: $963M
+6.2%
EPS
$0.69
Previous year: $0.81
-14.8%
Postpaid Connections
4.41M
Previous year: 4.36M
+1.1%
Postpaid ARPU
$47.7
Previous year: $47.2
+0.9%
Postpaid Churn Rate
1.12%
Previous year: 1.21%
-7.4%
Gross Profit
$563M
Previous year: $566M
-0.5%
Cash and Equivalents
$479M
Previous year: $258M
+85.7%
Total Assets
$10.1B
Previous year: $8.25B
+23.0%

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Forward Guidance

UScellular's current estimates of full-year 2021 results are shown below. Such estimates represent management’s view as of May 6, 2021 and should not be assumed to be current as of any future date.

Positive Outlook

  • Service revenues $3,050-$3,150 million
  • Adjusted OIBDA $850-$950 million
  • Adjusted EBITDA $1,025-$1,125 million