LICT Corporation Reports Second Quarter 2023 Results and August 31 Spin-off of Michigan Property – 150 Shares of MachTen Per One Share of LICT Corporation
- Non-regulated revenues increased 3.7% to $18.4 million
- Total revenues were $33.1 million
- EBITDA was $14.0 million
- LICT received $8.0 million in A-CAM revenues
- LICT actively participates in the FCC's Affordable Connectivity Program
- LICT owns 6,864 miles of fiber optic cable
- LICT has been awarded $157.5 million in USDA ReConnect grants
- Broadband lines grew by 2.9%
- Regulated revenues decreased to $14.7 million
- Earnings per share decreased to $294
- Michigan spin-off occurred, LICT maintains 19% stake
- Capital expenditures were $11.0 million
- LICT repurchased 176 shares for $3.3 million
- Video subscribers decreased by 7.0%
Driven by broadband sales, non-regulated revenues for the second quarter of 2023 increased
Regulated revenues were
Total revenues in the second quarter of 2023 were
Other Income (Expense) – Other income/expenses were
EARNINGS PER SHARE – Earnings per share from operations for the second quarter of 2023 were
ALTERNATIVE – CONNECT AMERICA COST MODEL (“A-CAM”) PROGRAM – All LICT telephone companies participate in the Federal Communications Commission’s (“FCC’s") A-CAM and A-CAM II programs. The A-CAM program is designed to increase broadband speed and expand the deployment of broadband capabilities throughout the nation’s rural areas with mandatory build-out requirements for receipt of support. LICT received
AFFORDABLE CONNECTIVITY PROGRAM – LICT continues to be active participants in the FCC’s Affordable Connectivity Program (“ACP”) to support our ongoing commitment to provide affordable broadband to the rural communities we serve and help close the digital divide. This program provides consumers who are eligible, a broadband credit of up to
CAPITAL EXPENDITURES – In the second quarter of 2023, capital expenditures were
As previously announced, LICT has been awarded
In addition, the Federal Communications Commission has recently accepted our notice to withdraw from the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund (RDOF) support program for both Cuba City and Cal-Ore Communications. The decision to withdraw from this program is due to substantial cost increases and other significant changes within the organization since we first participated and won in the RDOF public auction.
SHARE REPURCHASES – During the six months ended June 30, 2023, the Company repurchased 176 shares for
OPERATING STATISTICS/BROADBAND DEPLOYMENT - As of June 30, 2023, the Company’s broadband penetration in its franchised telephone service territories, based on its total Incumbent Local Exchange Carrier (“ILEC”) voice lines, was
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June 30, |
December 31, |
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Increase |
Increase |
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2023 |
2022 |
(Decrease) |
(Decrease) |
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Broadband lines |
47,306 |
45,966 |
1,340 |
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Voice Lines |
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ILEC |
21,909 |
22,655 |
(746) |
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Out of franchise |
6,939 |
6,943 |
(4) |
( |
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Total |
28,848 |
29,598 |
(750) |
( |
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Video Subscribers |
3,412 |
3,670 |
(258) |
( |
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Revenue Generating Units |
79,566 |
79,234 |
332 |
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This release contains certain 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, including without limitation anticipated financial results, financing, capital expenditures and corporate transactions. It should be recognized that such information is based upon certain assumptions, projections and forecasts, including without limitation, business conditions and financial markets, regulatory and other approvals, and the cautionary statements set forth in documents filed by LICT on its website, www.lictcorp.com. As a result, there can be no assurance that any possible transactions will be accomplished or be successful, or that financial targets will be met. Such forward-looking information is subject to uncertainties, risks and inaccuracies, which could be material.
LICT Corporation is a holding company with subsidiaries in broadband and other telecommunications services that actively seeks acquisitions, principally in its existing business areas.
LICT Corporation is listed on the OTC Pink® under the symbol LICT. For further information visit our website at http://www.lictcorp.com.
LICT CORPORATION |
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Statements of Operations |
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(In Thousands, Except Per Share Data) |
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STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS |
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Three Months Ended June 30, |
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Six Months Ended June 30, |
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2023 |
2022 |
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2023 |
2022 |
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Revenues |
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Cost and Expenses: |
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Cost of revenue |
15,962 |
15,114 |
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32,232 |
30,349 |
General and administrative costs at operations |
3,100 |
2,970 |
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6,084 |
6,193 |
Corporate office expenses |
1,286 |
1,219 |
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2,505 |
2,353 |
Charitable contributions |
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- |
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141 |
Depreciation and amortization |
5,199 |
4,912 |
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10,999 |
10,073 |
Total Costs and Expenses |
25,547 |
24,215 |
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51,820 |
49,109 |
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Operating profit |
7,526 |
8,513 |
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14,129 |
16,084 |
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Other Income (Expense) |
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Investment income |
171 |
29 |
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1,013 |
923 |
Interest expense |
(629) |
(285) |
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(1,266) |
(576) |
Equity in earnings of affiliated companies |
24 |
23 |
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24 |
73 |
Other |
(49) |
(182) |
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(110) |
(111) |
Total Other Income/(Expense) |
(483) |
(415) |
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(339) |
309 |
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Income Before Income Tax Provision |
7,043 |
8,098 |
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13,790 |
16,393 |
Provision for Income Taxes |
(1,977) |
(2,204) |
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(3,624) |
(4,327) |
Net Income |
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Capital Expenditures |
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Weighted Average Shares- Basic and Diluted |
17,224 |
17,560 |
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17,267 |
17,672 |
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Actual shares outstanding at end of period |
17,165 |
17,513 |
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17,165 |
17,513 |
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Earnings Per Share |
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LICT CORPORATION |
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Balance Sheet |
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(In Thousands) |
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June 30,
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December 31, 2022 |
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ASSETS |
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Current assets: |
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Cash and cash equivalents |
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Accounts receivable, less allowances of |
7,413 |
7,609 |
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Material and supplies |
14,567 |
11,307 |
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Prepaid expenses, and other current assets |
5,001 |
4,514 |
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Total current assets |
44,197 |
50,687 |
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Property, plant, and equipment |
161,577 |
151,789 |
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Goodwill |
42,348 |
42,348 |
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Other intangibles |
29,722 |
29,712 |
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Investments in and advances to affiliated entities |
2,738 |
2,318 |
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Other assets |
11,088 |
10,892 |
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Total assets |
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LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY |
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Current liabilities: |
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Trade accounts payable |
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Accrued interest payable |
205 |
11 |
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Accrued liabilities |
7,068 |
6,145 |
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Current maturities of long-term debt |
366 |
372 |
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Total current liabilities |
13,368 |
15,490 |
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Long-term debt |
37,922 |
38,252 |
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Deferred income taxes |
29,307 |
29,418 |
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Other liabilities |
8,643 |
8,983 |
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Total liabilities |
89,240 |
92,143 |
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Total shareholders' equity |
202,430 |
195,603 |
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Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity |
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LICT Corporation Selected Balance Sheet Data-Continued (In Thousands, Except Per Share Data) |
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SELECTED BALANCE SHEET DATA |
June 30, |
December 31, |
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2023 |
2022 |
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Cash and Cash Equivalents |
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Long-Term Debt (including current portion) |
(38,288) |
(38,624) |
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Net Debt |
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Shareholders’ Equity |
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Shares Outstanding |
17,165 |
17,341 |
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EBITDA
EBITDA is an established measure of operating performance and liquidity that is commonly reported and widely used by analysts, investors, and other interested parties in the telecommunications industry because it eliminates many differences in financial, capitalization, and tax structures. We believe that EBITDA trends are a valuable indicator of whether our operations can produce sufficient operating cash flow to fund working capital needs, service debt obligations, and fund capital expenditures.
EBITDA is calculated as Operating Profit from Continuing Operations plus depreciation and amortization expense and charitable contributions.
Three Months Ended |
Six Months Ended |
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EBITDA Reconciliation: |
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Operating Profit from Continuing Operations |
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Additions: |
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Corporate expenses |
1,286 |
1,219 |
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2,505 |
2,353 |
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Charitable contributions |
-- |
-- |
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-- |
141 |
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Depreciation and amortization |
5,199 |
4,912 |
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10,999 |
10,073 |
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EBITDA from Operations Before Corporate Expenses |
14,011 |
14,644 |
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27,633 |
28,651 |
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Corporate Expenses |
(1,286) |
(1,219) |
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(2,505) |
(2,353) |
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Charitable contributions |
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-- |
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(141) |
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EBITDA |
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Stephen J.
Vice President-Finance
914-921-8821
www.lictcorp.com
Source: LICT Corporation