This innovative financing structure diversifies Altice's funding sources and unlocks significant asset value, reflecting confidence in the stability of HFC cash flows.
The new structure enhances leverage flexibility and is scalable, allowing the company to manage upcoming debt maturities more effectively.
The transaction signifies a strategic shift towards asset-backed financing, potentially setting a precedent in the industry for similar future deals.
Adjusted EBITDA was $804 million, down 7.3% year-over-year but slightly up sequentially, with a margin of 37.4% declining 130 basis points year-over-year.
Broadband ARPU grew 0.9% year-over-year to $74.77, while residential ARPU declined 1.7% to $133.68, pressured mainly by video.
Cash capital expenditures were $384 million in Q2, up 10% year-over-year, with full year 2025 CapEx expected around $1.2 billion.
Gross margin expanded by 120 basis points to 69.1%, driven by a shift towards broadband and optimized video margins.
Other operating expenses increased by approximately 4%, driven by consulting fees, sales and marketing investments, and employee health and wellness costs.
Total revenue declined 4.2% year-over-year, primarily due to video cord-cutting which accounted for about 85% of the decline.
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