Jeff McElfresh to Update Shareholders at the 53rd Annual J.P. Morgan Global Technology, Media and Communications Conference on May 13

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AT&T's Chief Operating Officer Jeff McElfresh will present at the 53rd Annual J.P. Morgan Global Technology, Media and Communications Conference on May 13, discussing the company's strategic growth initiatives. AT&T reaffirms its 2025 financial guidance and commitment to its growth strategy focused on customer service, network investment, and shareholder returns.

The company maintains its Q2 2025 capital investment forecast of $4.5-5 billion and expects free cash flow of approximately $4 billion. AT&T continues its share repurchase program under the $10 billion authorization, planning to buy back at least $3 billion in common stock by year-end with the remainder in 2026.

The company reports its Mobility business performance aligns with Q1 2025 expectations, while AT&T Fiber continues expanding its footprint as America's fastest internet provider.

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AT&T reaffirms 2025 guidance with $4B Q2 free cash flow and continues $10B share buyback program, showing operational stability.

This press release offers limited new information for investors, as AT&T is essentially reiterating previously communicated guidance ahead of tomorrow's J.P. Morgan conference. The company confirms Q2 2025 expectations of $4.5-5 billion in capital investment and approximately $4 billion in free cash flow, while maintaining all full-year 2025 financial targets.

The most concrete element here is AT&T's recommitment to its share repurchase program. The company plans to buy back at least $3 billion of common stock by year-end 2025, with the remaining $7 billion to follow in 2026. This represents a significant capital return mechanism that should provide modest support for share prices.

AT&T reports its core businesses are performing as expected. Mobility trends align with Q1 projections in what the company describes as a "healthy and competitive" wireless market. Fiber penetration rates remain consistent, though they note quarterly net additions will fluctuate based on new location deployments, seasonality, and competitive factors.

While the press release mentions a "multi-year strategic growth plan" centered on customer experience, network investment, and increased capital returns, it offers no measurable new initiatives or specific growth targets beyond what was already communicated at their 2024 Analyst & Investor Day. This appears to be more of a standard update reinforcing strategic continuity rather than announcing meaningful operational changes.

DALLAS, May 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Tomorrow, AT&T's chief operating officer will participate in a fireside chat where he will discuss the Company's multi-year strategic growth plan.

Key Takeaways:

• AT&T reiterates full-year 2025 financial and operational guidance.
• AT&T is pursuing a multi-year strategic growth plan that centers around putting customers first, continued network investment and increased capital returns to shareholders.

Jeff McElfresh, chief operating officer, AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T), will speak tomorrow at the 53rd Annual J.P. Morgan Global Technology, Media and Communications Conference where he will provide an update to shareholders.

AT&T's multi-year strategic growth plan will substantially advance its progress on becoming the best connectivity provider in America. The Company continues to differentiate its position within the connectivity industry by increasing its opportunity to serve customers how they want to be served, by one provider with fiber and 5G in a converged manner.

The wireless market remains both healthy and competitive, with the Company's Mobility business continuing to perform in-line with the trends and expectations outlined during its first quarter 2025 earnings call.

In Consumer Wireline, the Company continues to expand access to AT&T Fiber – America's fastest internet with the most reliable speeds.¹ Trends in AT&T Fiber penetration rates remain consistent, with net adds varying from quarter to quarter based primarily on the pace of new fiber locations passed, seasonality and marketplace dynamics.

For the second quarter 2025, the Company continues to expect capital investment* in the $4.5 billion to $5 billion range and free cash flow* of approximately $4 billion.

AT&T reiterates all full-year 2025 financial and operational guidance. Additionally, the Company continues to operate the business to achieve the financial plan and capital returns outlined at its 2024 Analyst & Investor Day. 

AT&T remains committed to repurchasing shares under the previously announced $10 billion authorization, with plans to repurchase at least $3 billion of common stock by year-end and the remainder during 2026.

Full conference details are posted on the AT&T Investor Relations website, including a replay of the webcast. To automatically receive AT&T financial news by email, please subscribe to email alerts.

¹ Limited availability in select areas. Based on analysis by Ookla^® of Speedtest Intelligence® data nationwide Speed Score and Consistency Score for Q3–Q4 2024. Ookla trademarks used under license and reprinted with permission.

Cautionary Language Concerning Forward-Looking Statements
Information set forth in this news release contains financial estimates and other forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results might differ materially. A discussion of factors that may affect future results is contained in AT&T's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. AT&T disclaims any obligation to update and revise statements contained in this news release based on new information or otherwise. This news release may contain certain non-GAAP financial measures. Reconciliations between the non-GAAP financial measures and the GAAP financial measures are available on the company's website at investors.att.com.

About AT&T
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FAQ

What are AT&T's (T) capital investment and free cash flow expectations for Q2 2025?

AT&T expects capital investment of $4.5-5 billion and free cash flow of approximately $4 billion in Q2 2025.

How much stock will AT&T (T) repurchase under its current buyback program?

AT&T plans to repurchase at least $3 billion of common stock by the end of 2025 and the remainder of the $10 billion authorization during 2026.

Who will represent AT&T (T) at the 2025 J.P. Morgan Global Technology Conference?

Jeff McElfresh, AT&T's Chief Operating Officer, will represent the company at the conference.

What is AT&T's (T) current strategic focus?

AT&T's strategic growth plan focuses on putting customers first, continued network investment, and increased capital returns to shareholders.