CIBL, Inc. Reports (Unaudited) First Quarter Operating Results

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CIBL, operating Bretton Woods Telephone Company and World Surfer in Northern New Hampshire, reported unaudited first-quarter results ending March 31, 2024. The operations generated revenues of $468,000, consistent with the prior year. EBITDA before corporate expenses was $142,000 compared to $135,000 in 2023. In 2024, CIBL acquired 21 shares at an average price of $1,857 per share, with 12,647 shares outstanding. Since its 2007 spin-off from LICT, CIBL repurchased 13,769 shares for $19.1 million, averaging $1,387 per share. The company announced plans to acquire a 20% interest in Brick Skirt Holdings from LICT for $1.5 million, partially completed in Q3 2023 by issuing 300 CIBL shares, with the remainder expected in 2024. Brick Skirt provides broadband services in western New York. CIBL's Board continues to evaluate strategic alternatives to enhance shareholder value.

Positive

• CIBL's revenue remained stable at $468,000 for Q1 2024 compared to the previous year.
• EBITDA before corporate expenses increased to $142,000 in Q1 2024 from $135,000 in Q1 2023.
• CIBL repurchased 13,769 shares since 2007, showing commitment to shareholder value.
• CIBL announced plans to acquire a 20% interest in Brick Skirt Holdings for $1.5 million, expanding its broadband services to western New York.
• CIBL's Board is actively evaluating strategic alternatives to enhance shareholder value.

Negative

• Revenues remained flat at $468,000, showing no growth compared to the previous year.
• The average share repurchase price increased to $1,857 per share in 2024, higher than the historical average of $1,387 per share.
• The acquisition of Brick Skirt Holdings is subject to regulatory approval, posing a potential risk of delays.

RENO, Nev.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- CIBL, Inc. (“CIBL” or the “Company”; OTC Pink ®: CIBY) announces unaudited results for the quarter ending March 31, 2024. CIBL’s operations consist of Bretton Woods Telephone Company and World Surfer, Inc., providers of broadband and communication services in Northern New Hampshire (“New Hampshire Operations”).

For the three months ended March 31, 2024, the New Hampshire operations generated revenues of $468,000, essentially the same as the prior year’s first quarter, while EBITDA, from the New Hampshire operations, before corporate expenses, was $142,000 in the 2024 period as compared to $135,000 in 2023.

During 2024, the Company acquired 21 of its shares at an average price of $1,857 per share. We now have 12,647 shares outstanding. Since its spin-off from LICT Corporation in 2007, CIBL has repurchased 13,769 of its shares for $19.1 million, or an average price of $1,387 per share.

On September 27, 2023, the Company announced, subject to regulatory approval, it will acquire 450 shares of Brick Skirt Holdings, Inc. (“Brick Skirt”), representing a 20% interest thereof, from LICT Corporation (“LICT”), for an aggregate purchase price of $1,500,000, 40% of this interest was made in the third quarter of 2023, by issuing 300 CIBL shares to LICT, and the remaining interest is expected to be acquired in the balance of 2024. Brick Skirt, through subsidiaries, provides broadband and communication services to sections in western New York state.

CIBL’s Board of Directors continues to evaluate a broad range of strategic alternatives for the company to create shareholder value.

To the extent this release contains forward-looking information within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, it should be recognized that such information is based upon assumptions, projections and forecasts, including without limitation business conditions and financial markets, and the cautionary statements set forth in documents filed by CIBL on its website, www.ciblinc.com. Thus, such information is subject to uncertainties, risks and inaccuracies, which could be material, and there can be no assurance that such information will prove to be accurate.

CIBL is a holding company with interests in broadband operations. CIBL is listed on OTC Pink^® under the symbol CIBY and information can be obtained on our website: www.ciblinc.com.

Attachment A
CIBL, Inc. and Subsidiaries Consolidated Statements of Operations (Unaudited) (In Thousands, Except Common Share and Earnings per Share Data)
		Three Months Ended March 31,
		2024			2023
Revenue
Revenue		$468			$469
Costs and expenses
Operating costs		271			273
General and administrative costs of operations		55			61
Corporate office expenses		244			250
Depreciation and amortization		31			31
Total Operating expenses		601			615
Operating loss		(133	)		(146	)
Other income (expense):
Interest income		256			221
Equity in income/(loss) of limited partnership investment		(156	)		(20	)
Unrealized loss on available for sale equity securities		(42	)		(30	)
Total Other income		58			171
Net income (loss) before income taxes		(75	)		25
Income tax (expense) benefit		15			(6	)
Net income (loss)		($60	)		$19
Basic and diluted weighted average shares outstanding		12,664			12,542
Actual shares outstanding		12,647			12,524
Per Share
Net income (loss) per share		($4.74	)		$1.51

Attachment B
CIBL, Inc. and Subsidiaries Consolidated Balance Sheets (Unaudited) (In Thousands, Except Common Share and Earnings per Share Data)
	March 31, 2024			December 31, 2023			March 31, 2023
Assets
Current Assets
Cash and cash equivalents	$1,281			$ 1,252			$1,821
Investments in United States Treasury Bills	19,126			19,046			18,634
Investment in available for sale equity securities	509			551			526
Investment in equity method limited partnership	1,722			1,878			1,723
Accounts receivable	226			228			197
Prepaid expenses	127			160			124
Materials and supplies	59			59			59
Income taxes receivable	35			45			66
Total Current Assets	23,085			23,219			23,150
Telecommunications, property, plant and equipment, net	693			646			686
Goodwill	337			337			337
Other intangibles, net	38			41			49
Other investments	700			700			100
Deferred income tax	5			--			14
Other assets	71			71			85
Total Assets	$24,929			$25,014			$24,421
Liabilities and Equity
Current Liabilities
Accounts payable and accrued expenses	$152			$76			$97
Accrued liabilities	346			371			371
Total Current Liabilities	498			447			468
Deferred income taxes	--			37			--
Other liabilities	59			59			70
Total Liabilities	557			543			538
Equity
Common stock, par value $.01, 30,000 shares authorized; 26,415, 26,415 and 26,115 issued; and 12,647; 12,668; and 12,524 outstanding	--			--			--
Contributed capital	6,212			6,212			5,612
Retained earnings	37,213			37,273			37,005
Treasury stock, 13,769; 13,748; and 13,592 shares at cost	(19,053	)		(19,014	)		(18,734	)
Total Equity	24,372			24,471			23,883
Total Liabilities and Equity	$24,929			$25,014			$24,421

 

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Kenneth D. Masiello

Chief Financial Officer

(775) 664-3700

Source: CIBL, Inc.

FAQ

What were CIBL's Q1 2024 revenues?

CIBL reported Q1 2024 revenues of $468,000, consistent with the prior year's first quarter.

How did CIBL's Q1 2024 EBITDA compare to Q1 2023?

CIBL's Q1 2024 EBITDA before corporate expenses was $142,000, up from $135,000 in Q1 2023.

How many shares did CIBL repurchase in 2024?

CIBL repurchased 21 shares in 2024 at an average price of $1,857 per share.

What is CIBL's outstanding share count after the Q1 2024 repurchase?

After the Q1 2024 repurchase, CIBL has 12,647 shares outstanding.

What is the total amount spent by CIBL on share repurchases since its spin-off?

Since its spin-off from LICT in 2007, CIBL has spent $19.1 million repurchasing 13,769 shares.

What is the progress of CIBL's acquisition of Brick Skirt Holdings?

CIBL announced plans to acquire a 20% interest in Brick Skirt Holdings for $1.5 million, partially completed by issuing 300 shares in Q3 2023, with the remainder expected in 2024.

What strategic alternatives is CIBL evaluating?

CIBL's Board of Directors is evaluating a broad range of strategic alternatives to create shareholder value.