ADT Inc Stock Price, News & Analysis

ADT Inc. has priced an offering of $1,000 million of 3.375% first-priority senior secured notes due 2027, increasing by $250 million from previous disclosures. The offering is set to close on August 20, 2020, and proceeds will be used to redeem existing 6.250% Senior Notes due 2021 and cover associated fees. The notes are exempt from Securities Act registration and offered primarily to qualified institutional buyers and non-U.S. investors.
ADT provides security, automation, and smart home solutions to customers across the U.S.

ADT Inc. announced the proposed issuance of $750 million first-priority senior secured notes due in 2027 by its wholly-owned subsidiaries, Prime Security Services Borrower and Prime Finance Inc. The proceeds will be used to redeem an equal amount of 2021 Senior Notes. This offering is exempt from registration under the Securities Act and targets qualified institutional buyers. A separate notice for the redemption of the 2021 Notes will follow. ADT provides a wide range of security and automation solutions across the U.S., serving both consumer and business customers.

ADT Inc. reported a strong second quarter of 2020 with total revenue of $1,331 million, up 4% from last year. However, the company incurred a net loss of $107 million, compared to a loss of $104 million previously. Despite challenges, ADT's Adjusted Free Cash Flow improved to $405 million, up from $292 million. A key highlight includes a $450 million investment from Google, acquiring 6.6% of ADT's equity. The partnership aims to enhance smart home security offerings. The updated financial outlook projects total revenue between $5,050 million and $5,300 million.

ADT collaborates with Google to enhance smart home security solutions, integrating Nest's technology with ADT's monitoring services. Google will invest $450 million for 6.6% ownership in ADT, signaling a long-term partnership. Both companies will contribute $150 million each for marketing and product development. The partnership aims to provide innovative DIY and professional smart home security offerings, leveraging Google’s machine learning to improve customer experience. ADT plans to roll out Google devices in 2020 and expand integration in 2021.

ADT Inc. (NYSE: ADT) will announce its second quarter 2020 financial results on August 5, 2020, after market close. A conference call will follow at 5:00 pm ET to discuss these results. Investors can participate by dialing 1-877-407-3982 (domestic) or 1-201-493-6780 (international) or accessing a live webcast on the investor ADT website. An audio replay will be available from 8:00 p.m. ET on August 5 until August 19, 2020.

ADT is a premier provider of security and automation solutions across the U.S., operating over 300 locations and monitoring centers.

ADT (NYSE: ADT) has partnered with Dollar Tree to enhance security across its retail locations. This strategic collaboration, noted as ADT Commercial's largest contract to date, aims to provide advanced security solutions for Dollar Tree and Family Dollar stores nationwide. The agreement includes comprehensive service enhancements and continuous remote support, focusing on delivering tailored security solutions to meet retail needs. Both companies emphasize the importance of customer safety in evolving retail environments.

ADT (NYSE: ADT) has partnered with Instacart to integrate its mobile safety solution, Safe by ADT, into Instacart’s app for 500,000 shoppers. This feature enables users to contact emergency services quickly and discreetly, enhancing safety during deliveries. Safe by ADT offers 24/7 monitoring and sends detailed incident information, including GPS location, to emergency responders. Leah Page from ADT emphasizes the importance of safety in the workplace, while Instacart's George O’Brien highlights the priority of shopper well-being. This collaboration signals a continued commitment to leveraging technology for improved safety.

ADT announced a $1 million donation to support over 100 nonprofit organizations impacted by COVID-19 through its ADT Always Cares program. The funds, distributed in $5,000 and $10,000 increments, will aid local charities selected by ADT employees in 44 states and Puerto Rico. The program aims to enhance community safety and support local organizations amidst the pandemic challenges. Presentations of the checks will begin on May 18 and continue into June. This initiative underlines ADT's commitment to community service, complementing its long-standing tradition of volunteerism.

ADT is launching a solution for the home security industry to transition from 3G to 4G due to the anticipated 3G sunset in February 2022. In collaboration with CellBounce, ADT plans to offer a user-friendly, DIY conversion device for existing security systems by late summer 2020. The technology targets around 6 million 3G-powered security systems in the U.S., enabling millions of customers to upgrade without a technician's assistance. ADT may acquire CellBounce after the solution receives final certification.