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AT&T INC. 8-K Report, Corporate Update (Oct 15, 2015)

Filed October 15, 2015For Securities:TT-PCTBBT-PA

Summary

AT&T Inc. (T) announced significant organizational changes and a revised segment reporting structure, effective for the quarter ended September 30, 2015. This restructuring follows the acquisition of DIRECTV on July 24, 2015, and aims to align reporting with new management responsibilities. The company is also providing restated historical segment results to aid investors in understanding the impact of these changes on past performance. These changes are primarily for reporting purposes and do not alter AT&T's consolidated financial statements. The primary impact for investors is a clearer view of how the DIRECTV acquisition and other strategic shifts are categorized within the company's operations. The new structure introduces four reportable segments: Business Solutions, Entertainment and Internet Services, Consumer Mobility, and International. Notably, the International segment will be impacted by foreign currency fluctuations, including specific treatment for Venezuelan operations.

Key Highlights

  • 1Revised operating segments effective Q3 2015 due to DIRECTV acquisition and organizational changes.
  • 2New segments: Business Solutions, Entertainment and Internet Services, Consumer Mobility, and International.
  • 3DIRECTV U.S. operations are now part of Entertainment and Internet Services.
  • 4DIRECTV Latin America and Mexican wireless operations are consolidated into the International segment.
  • 5The International segment is subject to foreign currency fluctuations, with specific note on Venezuela's SIMADI exchange rate.
  • 6Restated historical segment results for 2013, 2014, and the first half of 2015 are provided as exhibits.
  • 7Changes in segment presentation do not affect AT&T's consolidated financial statements (income, balance sheets, cash flows).

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary driver for the revised segment structure is the acquisition of DIRECTV on July 24, 2015, which necessitated aligning reporting with new management structures and responsibilities.

DIRECTV's U.S. operations are now integrated into AT&T's 'Entertainment and Internet Services' segment. Its Latin America operations, along with AT&T's recently acquired Mexican wireless operations, are now reported under the 'International' segment.

No, the change in segment presentation is for reporting and analysis purposes. It does not affect AT&T's consolidated statements of income, balance sheets, or statements of cash flows.

The four new reportable segments are: Business Solutions, Entertainment and Internet Services, Consumer Mobility, and International.

Yes, the International segment is subject to foreign currency fluctuations. The filing specifically mentions that third-quarter 2015 results from the Venezuelan subsidiary will be converted using the SIMADI exchange mechanism, highlighting a currency risk.