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Comcast has signed contracts with Indiana's Office of Community & Rural Affairs to deploy gigabit-capable broadband service to unserved areas across 19 counties. This initiative under the Next Level Connections Broadband Grant Program aims to connect over 10,000 homes and businesses, utilizing 1,200 miles of fiber. Comcast is investing $36 million alongside the state's $13.6 million contribution to enhance its network, which has already seen over $500 million invested over the past three years. The expansion is expected to be completed within two years, increasing access to essential internet services for rural communities.
Comcast NBCUniversal has announced the addition of its 11th cohort of Hiring Our Heroes (HOH) fellows, comprising five military service members. Over 12 weeks, these fellows will gain experience in the media and tech industries as they transition to civilian roles. Comcast has partnered with HOH since 2018, hiring nearly 20,000 veterans and providing them with resources and benefits. The company values the unique skills veterans bring, enhancing its inclusive culture. This initiative demonstrates Comcast's commitment to military hiring, honoring its founder’s legacy of supporting veterans.
Havas Media Group has selected FreeWheel as its preferred supply-side platform (SSP) partner for premium video inventory in the U.S. This partnership aims to enhance the scale of connected TV (CTV) campaigns and improve financial and operational transparency. Key benefits include optimized supply paths providing direct access to over 90% of premium video inventory, fair auction mechanics, and a simplified media supply chain with stringent quality standards. Both companies aim to address industry challenges and improve programmatic CTV buying.
Comcast Corporation emphasizes its ongoing commitment to closing the digital divide through community initiatives and partnerships. The recent digital equity tour included an impactful summit in Atlanta, where inspiring stories emerged, like that of Shanard, who, after being incarcerated, accessed Comcast's Internet Essentials program and transformed his life through online education and entrepreneurship. The company donated laptops to KIPP Vision Primary and Academy School, aiding students in overcoming learning loss from the pandemic. Comcast's dedication to digital equity aims to bridge gaps in education, housing, and economic disparities, focusing on a future filled with unlimited possibilities.
Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ: CMCSA) has announced a 7.4% increase in its annual dividend, raising it to $1.16 per share. The Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.29 per share, scheduled for payment on April 26, 2023, to shareholders on record as of April 5, 2023. This dividend increase reflects Comcast's commitment to returning value to its shareholders while maintaining financial strength in the competitive media landscape.
Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ: CMCSA) reported record financial results for Q4 and FY 2022, achieving the highest revenue, Adjusted EBITDA, and EPS in its history. Key highlights include:
- Q4 revenue rose 0.7% to $30.6 billion.
- Full-year revenue increased 4.3% to $121.4 billion.
- Adjusted EPS grew 12.7% to $3.64.
- Free cash flow was $12.6 billion, down 26% year-over-year.
- The company returned $17.7 billion to shareholders, marking its 15th consecutive dividend increase.
- Peacock subscribers more than doubled to 20 million.
Despite achieving numerous milestones, the company faced challenges, including a significant decline in net income, partly due to increased severance expenses.
Comcast Corporation is advancing efforts to bridge the digital divide through its Project UP initiative. A recent study by the Boston Consulting Group highlighted that over 65% of participants gained internet access or devices thanks to Digital Navigators. In Detroit, teens from the Boys & Girls Club assisted seniors at St. Patrick Senior Center in navigating the internet, enhancing their digital skills. The initiative aims to foster internet confidence among seniors, addressing barriers faced by older adults in accessing technology. Comcast's investment in community-based programs aims to further improve broadband adoption nationwide.
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Comcast has partnered with the National Skills Coalition (NSC) to promote digital equity in the U.S. following the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The NSC received a $200,000 grant from Comcast aimed at integrating existing workforce development with new federal funding for digital inclusion.
Nearly 50 million Americans lack essential digital skills, with significant impacts on workers of color and low-wage earners. The initiative aims to utilize $42 billion from the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program (BEAD) and $2.75 billion from the Digital Equity Act (DEA) to close this gap.
Comcast announces the expansion of its fiber-rich network to over 2,600 homes and businesses in Plainfield, Connecticut, set for completion by the end of 2023. This investment follows a similar expansion in Jewett City, enhancing service capabilities with residential broadband speeds up to 1.2 Gbps and business speeds up to 100 Gbps. Previously, Comcast invested $312 million in Connecticut's technology and infrastructure from 2019 to 2021. The ongoing projects will increase service availability for 5,100 additional locations in Eastern Connecticut. Comcast is also committed to providing digital equity and connectivity through various initiatives, including the Affordable Connectivity Program.