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Dec 31, 2019

U.S. Cellular Q4 2019 Earnings Report

U.S. Cellular's fourth quarter results were reported, demonstrating strong ARPU growth and effective cost management.

Key Takeaways

U.S. Cellular reported total operating revenues of $1,052 million for the fourth quarter of 2019, a slight increase from $1,051 million in the same period last year. Net income attributable to U.S. Cellular shareholders was $18 million, with diluted earnings per share at $0.20. The company's Adjusted EBITDA reached $222 million, compared to $213 million in the same period last year.

U.S. Cellular's total operating revenues for Q4 2019 were $1,052 million, slightly up from $1,051 million year-over-year.

Net income attributable to U.S. Cellular shareholders for Q4 2019 was $18 million, a decrease from $21 million year-over-year.

Diluted earnings per share for Q4 2019 were $0.20, compared to $0.23 in the same period last year.

Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 2019 was $222 million, an increase from $213 million year-over-year.

Total Revenue
$1.05B
Previous year: $1.05B
+0.1%
EPS
$0.2
Previous year: $0.23
-13.0%
Postpaid Connections
4.38M
Previous year: 4.47M
-2.0%
Postpaid ARPU
$46.6
Previous year: $45.6
+2.2%
Postpaid Churn Rate
1.38%
Previous year: 1.29%
+7.0%
Gross Profit
$559M
Previous year: $543M
+2.9%
Cash and Equivalents
$285M
Previous year: $580M
-50.9%
Total Assets
$8.16B
Previous year: $7.27B
+12.2%

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Forward Guidance

U.S. Cellular provided estimates for full-year 2020 results, including service revenues between $3,000 million and $3,100 million, Adjusted OIBDA between $775 million and $900 million, Adjusted EBITDA between $950 million and $1,075 million, and capital expenditures between $850 million and $950 million.

Positive Outlook

  • More compelling unlimited pricing.
  • New brand positioning “Bringing Fairness to Wireless”.
  • New web platform with enhanced capabilities.
  • Significant network improvements.
  • Launch 5G services commercially in two of our markets and continue our VoLTE deployment.

Revenue & Expenses

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