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Crown Castle Inc. (NYSE: CCI) is a leading provider of wireless infrastructure, offering a comprehensive portfolio of more than 40,000 cell towers, approximately 90,000 route miles of fiber, and small cell solutions across major U.S. markets. Since its inception in 1994, Crown Castle has been instrumental in supporting the infrastructure behind the world's most revolutionary technologies, enabling seamless data and wireless services that benefit communities and businesses nationwide.
Operating as a real estate investment trust (REIT), Crown Castle leases space on its towers to wireless service providers, helping them expand their networks and enhance connectivity. Its fiber assets are crucial for small-cell network infrastructure and enterprise connections, making it a vital player in the telecommunications industry. The company derives about 75% of its revenue from the top three U.S. mobile carriers, underscoring its significant market position and stable revenue stream.
Recently, Crown Castle has faced substantial challenges, including leadership changes and strategic scrutiny. In 2024, Ted B. Miller, co-founder and former CEO, alongside Boots Capital Management, initiated a proxy contest to elect new board members, citing dissatisfaction with the company's performance and strategy. Despite this, Crown Castle continues to focus on improving operational execution and exploring strategic options to maximize shareholder value.
Under the leadership of new CEO Steven Moskowitz, Crown Castle aims to enhance efficiency and unlock value from its assets. The company is actively engaging with multiple parties to explore potential transactions involving its fiber segment, while also striving to bolster its core towers business. Crown Castle remains committed to being a reliable partner for wireless carriers, businesses, and communities, ensuring that the transformative power of technology reaches those who rely on it most.
Crown Castle priced its public offering of Senior Notes, raising a total of approximately $1.334 billion. The offering includes $600 million in 4.800% Senior Notes due in 2028, priced at 99.773% of face value, and $750 million in 5.100% Senior Notes due in 2033, priced at 99.914%. Proceeds will be used primarily to repay existing revolving credit facility debt and cover related expenses. The offering is managed by major financial institutions and is registered under the SEC existing effective shelf registration. The company operates over 40,000 cell towers and 85,000 miles of fiber across the U.S., providing essential communication infrastructure.