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Liberty Latin America Ltd. (NASDAQ: LILA, LILAK; OTC Link: LILAB) is a communications company operating in more than 20 countries across Latin America and the Caribbean. News about Liberty Latin America often focuses on its digital video, broadband internet, telephony and mobile services, as well as its regional brands BTC, Flow, Liberty and Más Móvil. The company also highlights developments in its enterprise-grade connectivity, data center, hosting, managed solutions and information technology services for business and government customers.
Investors and observers following Liberty Latin America’s news can expect regular updates on quarterly financial and operating results, which the company announces through earnings press releases and investor calls. These updates typically cover performance across segments such as Liberty Caribbean, C&W Panama, Liberty Networks, Liberty Puerto Rico and Liberty Costa Rica, along with commentary on trends in broadband, mobile subscribers, B2B revenue and cost-efficiency programs.
Company news has also addressed financing activities, including secured facilities backed by fixed network and wireless spectrum assets in Puerto Rico, and regulatory disclosures made via Form 8-K filings. In addition, Liberty Latin America has issued releases on governance matters, such as changes in board membership and senior leadership roles within its operating units.
Another recurring theme in Liberty Latin America’s news is its role in supporting connectivity and recovery in the Caribbean following major storms. Recent announcements describe humanitarian aid flights to Jamaica and collaborations with Starlink Direct to Cell to provide emergency mobile connectivity when terrestrial networks are disrupted. For users tracking LILA, this news feed offers a centralized view of the company’s financial updates, operational developments, network initiatives and disaster-response efforts across its regional footprint.
Liberty Latin America's (LLA) Cable & Wireless (C&W) credit silo has priced a new $1.5 billion term loan maturing in 2032. The loan, bearing interest at SOFR + 3.25%, will be used to repay an existing $1.5 billion term loan due in 2028. The transaction is expected to close on February 18, 2025.
This refinancing, combined with the $1.0 billion refinancing of C&W's Senior Secured and Senior Notes from October, has extended the majority of C&W's maturities beyond 2031. The company's weighted average life of debt has increased to nearly 6 years, demonstrating C&W's strong credit position and market access capabilities.
Liberty Latin America (NASDAQ: LILA, LILAK) conducted its annual Mission Week volunteer initiative, where over 850 employees across 22 countries contributed 8,900 volunteer hours. The initiative focused on community service projects including:
- Providing connectivity services to 600+ previously unconnected people
- Donating meals to 1,200+ people in need
- Conducting coastline clean-ups collecting 1,900+ pounds of trash
- Organizing a UNICEF fundraising concert featuring Costa Rica Philharmonic
The company's charitable work is supported through various foundations including Cable & Wireless Charitable Foundation, Cable & Wireless Panama Foundation, Jamaica Flow Foundation, and Liberty Puerto Rico Foundation.
Liberty Latin America (LILAK) reported Q3 2024 revenue of $1.1 billion, representing a 3% year-over-year decline. The company faced operational challenges, particularly in Puerto Rico where churn from migration was higher than anticipated. Key highlights include:
- Operating loss of $380 million compared to operating income of $163 million in Q3 2023
- Adjusted OIBDA decreased 6% to $403 million
- Added nearly 50,000 broadband and postpaid subscribers in Costa Rica and Panama
- Completed acquisition of mobile spectrum and prepaid subscribers from Echostar in Puerto Rico & USVI
- Successfully executed $1 billion debt refinancing in C&W credit silo
Liberty Latin America (NASDAQ: LILA, LILAK) has announced it will release its Q3 2024 financial results on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, after NASDAQ market close. The company will host an investor call on Thursday, November 7, 2024, at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time, where management will discuss the company's results and business operations.
Liberty Networks, Gold Data, and Sparkle have announced a partnership to construct and commercialize MANTA, a new pan-regional subsea cable system. This 5,600km long system will be the first international submarine cable in the Gulf of Mexico, connecting Mexico and the USA with Central and Latin America. MANTA is designed to support a minimum of 20Tb per fiber pair and will provide unique high-capacity and low-latency routes between Mexico, Panama, Colombia, and the USA.
The system aims to improve traffic flow in the region by providing new low-latency routes to interconnect major data hubs in Mexico City, Queretaro, Bogota, and Panama City with the USA. With new landing access points in Veracruz, Mexico, and Apalachee, Florida, MANTA is expected to be operational by 2027. The companies plan to announce their technology provider soon.
Liberty Latin America (NASDAQ: LILA and LILAK) has completed the acquisition of EchoStar's spectrum assets and approximately 85,000 pre-paid mobile subscribers in Puerto Rico and the USVI for $255 million. The deal, approved by regulatory authorities, aims to enhance competition in the region. The payment will be made in four annual installments, with the first $95 million paid at closing. Liberty Latin America plans to fund the transaction through local liquidity sources.
CEO Balan Nair emphasized the company's commitment to Puerto Rico and the USVI, highlighting the acquisition of over 100 MHz of spectrum and an extensive distribution network. This move is expected to drive fixed-mobile convergence penetration from current levels of around 25%, increase capacity, boost speeds, strengthen the 5G mobile network, and expand the company's presence in the prepaid market.
Liberty Latin America reported Q2 2024 financial results with a 2% revenue increase to $1.118 billion. Strong performances were noted in Panama, Costa Rica, and the Caribbean, while Puerto Rico faced post-migration challenges. The company added 100,000 net subscribers in Q2, primarily in mobile services. An agreement to combine operations with Tigo in Costa Rica is expected to enhance FTTH transition and launch 5G services.
Financial highlights include: YoY revenue remained flat at $2.217 billion; operating income decreased by 18% to $111 million in Q2 and 16% to $204 million in H1; Adjusted OIBDA dropped by 12% to $389 million in Q2 and 9% to $763 million in H1. The company repurchased $83 million worth of stock and redeemed convertible notes worth $140 million in H1 2024.
Hurricane Beryl impacted Jamaica, causing expected revenue and OIBDA losses of $10-$20 million and infrastructure repair costs of $10-$20 million. Liberty expects a $44 million derivative gain from weather derivatives for Q3 2024.
Liberty Latin America (NASDAQ: LILA and LILAK, OTC Link: LILAB) has announced its plans to release second quarter 2024 financial results on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, after the NASDAQ market close. The company will host an investor call the following day, Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time. During this call, management will discuss the company's results, business operations, and potentially provide additional forward-looking information. This announcement provides shareholders and potential investors with a specific timeline to prepare for the upcoming financial disclosure and the opportunity to participate in the subsequent discussion with the company's leadership.
Liberty Latin America (LILA, LILAK, LILAB) will host its Technology and Customer Experience event, Spark, on June 10-11, 2024, in Panama City. The event will draw over 800 attendees and more than 50 technology providers to showcase advancements in 5G, fiber infrastructure, Generative AI, and Machine Learning. Aamir Hussain, SVP and Chief Technology and Product Officer, highlights the event's role in building relationships and learning from industry experts. Rocio Lorenzo, SVP and General Manager of Cable & Wireless Panama, emphasizes their commitment to providing top-tier services and continuous innovation to meet customer needs.
Liberty Latin America (NASDAQ: LILA, LILAK) has published its latest Environment, Social Impact, and Corporate Governance (ESG) report. The report highlights significant strides in sustainability, including enhancements in operational efficiency, cost reduction, and increased workforce engagement. CEO Balan Nair emphasized that sustainable practices foster trust and loyalty among stakeholders while creating a resilient company. The report highlights the company's efforts to narrow the digital divide and track greenhouse gas emissions more accurately. Liberty Latin America aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the SASB framework for the Telecommunications Services industry.