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Cumulus Media Inc. (symbol: CMLS) is a prominent audio-first media company that connects with over 150 million listeners through a diverse suite of platforms including radio, digital media, targeted e-mail, and on-site promotions. As America's second-largest operator of radio stations, Cumulus Media provides high-impact local marketing solutions across 90 metropolitan areas, helping businesses of all sizes to tap into over $4 trillion of local spending power.
Cumulus Media's extensive portfolio includes 401 owned-and-operated radio stations in 85 markets, along with a robust lineup of nationally syndicated media, sports, and entertainment programming through the Westwood One network. This network includes prestigious brands such as the NFL, NCAA, and CNN, ensuring a rich variety of premium content for its diverse audience.
Delivering content to over a quarter billion people every month, Cumulus Media is dedicated to meeting listener demands wherever and whenever they arise. The company's revenue primarily comes from the sale of local, regional, and national advertising. By combining high-quality local programming with iconic national shows, Cumulus Media effectively bridges the gap between advertisers and consumers.
Recent achievements of Cumulus Media include the extension of the Expiration Time for their Exchange Offer and Consent Solicitation, showcasing the company's proactive approach in financial management. As of April 2024, approximately $15 million aggregate principal amount of Old Notes had been validly tendered, reflecting strong participation from stakeholders.
In addition to radio broadcasting, Cumulus Media has a rapidly growing podcast network, distributing, marketing, and monetizing various popular podcasts, including The Candy Valentino Show. This expansion into the podcasting realm further solidifies Cumulus Media's footprint in the audio content industry.
Cumulus Media's commitment to high-quality content, combined with its expansive reach and strategic partnerships, makes it a critical player in the media industry. For more information, visit cumulusmedia.com.
Cumulus Media reported operating results for the first quarter of 2024 and successfully refinanced its capital structure to secure five-year maturities through a debt exchange and ABL facility upsize and extension. The company reduced its debt principal by approximately $33 million, extended maturities to 2029, obtained favorable interest rates, and maintained a structure free of financial maintenance covenants. Q1 total revenue was $200 million, down 2.7%, in line with guidance. Digital marketing services revenue increased by 25%, and total digital revenue by 7%. Operating losses improved, and the company continues to focus on key business priorities to build long-term shareholder value.
Cumulus Media Inc. announced the expiration and final results of its subsidiary's exchange offer and consent solicitation. The Exchange Offer involved exchanging outstanding 6.750% Senior Secured First-Lien Notes for new 8.000% Senior Secured First-Lien Notes. Approximately $325.7 million of Old Notes were tendered for exchange, representing 94% of the total outstanding principal amount. The Issuer exercised its discretion to waive the Minimum Participation Condition. The settlement of the Exchange Offer is expected to occur today, with each $1,000 principal amount of Old Notes being exchanged into $940 principal amount of New Notes. Consents were solicited for proposed amendments to the Old Notes Indenture, with intentions to enter into a supplemental indenture on the Settlement Date. The Issuer also plans to exchange Old Term Loans for New Term Loans under a new 5-year credit agreement.
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