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LICT Corporation reports on its operations as an integrated provider of broadband and voice services serving rural markets. Recurring company news covers regulated and non-regulated revenue trends, broadband subscriber growth, fiber construction, middle-mile and distribution network investment, and federal or state rural broadband support programs such as the Universal Service Fund, BEAD and ReConnect.
LICT updates also include completed expansion activity such as the Manti Telephone Company acquisition, common-stock repurchase authorizations, shareholder-designated charitable contribution programs, management changes, and periodic operating results tied to broadband deployment and legacy voice-service trends.
LICT reported strong Q2 2024 results, with revenues increasing 15.8% to $33.7 million and EBITDA up 21% to $14.2 million. The growth was driven by regulated revenues, which rose $3.2 million to $14.9 million, largely due to the acceptance of Enhanced ACAM (E-ACAM). Non-regulated revenues increased 8% to $18.8 million.
The company announced a $100 per share charitable contribution program for registered shareholders and increased its share buyback authorization. LICT also highlighted its participation in various FCC programs, including E-ACAM, which will provide $37.2 million annually through 2038, and ReConnect grants totaling $157.5 million.
LICT continues to expand its broadband infrastructure, owning 6,713 miles of fiber optic cable and 95 towers. The company reported a 2.2% increase in broadband lines and a 1% growth in total revenue generating units.
LICT reported a robust Q1 2024 with a 15.5% rise in revenue, hitting $33.5 million. EBITDA increased 30% to $14.7 million, compared to $11.5 million in Q1 2023. Earnings per share rose to $295 from $228. Capex surged to $16.4 million, driven by the E-ACAM program and grants. The E-ACAM program adds $14 million annually through 2038, totaling $37.2 million per year. The company was awarded $157.5 million in USDA ReConnect III and IV grants. LICT continues to expand its broadband services and 5G wireless installations. However, higher operating expenses and a $0.8 million decrease in other income due to interest expenses and unrealized losses on MachTen were noted.
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