Summary
T-Mobile US, Inc. reported a strong third quarter for 2018, demonstrating robust revenue growth and improved profitability. Total revenues increased by 8% year-over-year to $10.8 billion, driven by solid performance in both service and equipment revenues. The company added a significant number of net new customers, particularly in the branded postpaid segment, reflecting successful customer acquisition and retention strategies. Net income saw a substantial increase of 45% compared to the prior year quarter, reaching $795 million, supported by operational efficiencies and lower interest expenses. The company also highlighted progress on its proposed merger with Sprint, with regulatory filings advancing. Management expressed confidence in its growth trajectory and strategic initiatives aimed at expanding market share and enhancing customer value.
Financial Highlights
52 data points| Revenue | $10.84B |
| SG&A Expenses | $3.31B |
| Operating Expenses | $9.40B |
| Operating Income | $1.44B |
| Interest Expense | $194.00M |
| Net Income | $795.00M |
| EPS (Basic) | $0.94 |
| EPS (Diluted) | $0.93 |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 847.09M |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 853.85M |
Key Highlights
- 1Total revenues grew by 8% year-over-year to $10.8 billion.
- 2Service revenues increased by 6% to $8.1 billion, driven by customer base growth and success in new customer segments.
- 3Equipment revenues saw a significant increase of 13% to $2.4 billion, boosted by higher average revenue per device and the adoption of new revenue standards.
- 4Net income surged by 45% to $795 million, reflecting improved operational performance and reduced expenses.
- 5Total branded customers grew by 8% year-over-year to 62.2 million.
- 6Branded postpaid phone churn decreased by 21 basis points to 1.02%, indicating strong customer retention.
- 7The company continued to advance its proposed merger with Sprint, with regulatory filings progressing.