CommScope Holding Company, Inc. provides infrastructure solutions for communications networks worldwide. The company's CommScope Connectivity Solutions segment offers optical fiber and twisted pair structured cable solutions, intelligent infrastructure software, and network rack and cabinet enclosures under the SYSTIMAX, NETCONNECT, and Uniprise brands; and fiber management systems, patch cords and panels, pre-terminated fiber connectivity, complete cabling systems, and cable assemblies for use in offices and data centers. This segment also provides fiber optic connectivity solutions, including hardened connector systems, fiber distribution hubs and management systems, couplers and splitters, plug and play multiport service terminals, hardened optical terminating enclosures, high density cable assemblies, splices, and splice closures that supports video, voice, and high-speed data services provided by telecommunications operators and multi-system operators. Its CommScope Mobility Solutions segment offers macro cell site solutions for wireless tower sites and on rooftops, such as base station antennas, microwave antennas, hybrid fiber-feeder and power cables, coaxial cables, connectors, and filters; metro cell solutions for street poles and other urban structures comprising radio frequency delivery and connectivity solutions, equipment housing, and concealment; and small cell and distributed antenna system (DAS) solutions consisting of DAS and distributed cell solutions that allow wireless operators to enhance efficiency, and cellular coverage and capacity in network conditions. This segment provides its solutions under the Andrew brand. CommScope Holding Company, Inc. sells its products through a network of distributors, system integrators, and resellers. The company was formerly known as Cedar I Holding Company, Inc. CommScope Holding Company, Inc. was founded in 1976 and is headquartered in Hickory, North Carolina.
Industry, Sector and Symbol
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Industry Radio & t.v. communications equipment
Sub-IndustryN/A
SectorComputer and Technology
Current SymbolNASDAQ:COMM
Previous Symbol
CUSIPN/A
Phone82-8-3242-200x
Debt
Debt-to-Equity Ratio2.57
Current Ratio2.77
Quick Ratio2.16
Price-To-Earnings
Trailing P/E Ratio12.67
Forward P/E Ratio11.48
P/E Growth1.4
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$4.56 billion
Price / Sales1.08
Cash Flow$4.07 per share
Price / Cash6.29
Book Value$8.64 per share
Price / Book2.96
Profitability
EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)$2.02
Net Income$193.76 million
Net Margins4.43%
Return on Equity24.14%
Return on Assets5.63%
Miscellaneous
Employees20,000
Outstanding Shares192,210,000
Market Cap$4.92 billion
OptionableN/A
Commscope (NASDAQ:COMM) Frequently Asked Questions
What is Commscope's stock symbol?
Commscope trades on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol "COMM."
How will Commscope's stock buyback program work?
Commscope declared that its Board of Directors has initiated a stock repurchase program on Thursday, August 3rd 2017, which authorizes the company to repurchase $100,000,000.00 in shares, according to EventVestor. This repurchase authorization authorizes the company to purchase shares of its stock through open market purchases. Stock repurchase programs are typically a sign that the company's board believes its shares are undervalued.
How were Commscope's earnings last quarter?
Commscope Holding Company Inc (NASDAQ:COMM) issued its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, July, 31st. The communications equipment provider reported $0.68 earnings per share for the quarter, topping the Zacks' consensus estimate of $0.65 by $0.03. The communications equipment provider had revenue of $1.24 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $1.23 billion. Commscope had a return on equity of 24.14% and a net margin of 4.43%. The company's revenue was up 5.6% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter in the prior year, the business earned $0.60 EPS. View Commscope's Earnings History.
When is Commscope's next earnings date?
What guidance has Commscope issued on next quarter's earnings?
Commscope issued an update on its FY18 earnings guidance on Tuesday, July, 31st. The company provided earnings per share (EPS) guidance of $2.33-2.48 for the period, compared to the Thomson Reuters consensus earnings per share estimate of $2.39. The company issued revenue guidance of $4.675-4.825 billion, compared to the consensus revenue estimate of $4.76 billion.Commscope also updated its Q3 guidance to $0.63-0.68 EPS.
What price target have analysts set for COMM?
13 analysts have issued 12 month target prices for Commscope's shares. Their predictions range from $30.50 to $43.00. On average, they expect Commscope's share price to reach $33.9545 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 32.6% from the stock's current price. View Analyst Price Targets for Commscope.
What is the consensus analysts' recommendation for Commscope?
13 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Commscope in the last year. There are currently 8 hold ratings and 5 buy ratings for the stock, resulting in a consensus recommendation of "Hold." View Analyst Ratings for Commscope.
Are investors shorting Commscope?
Commscope saw a drop in short interest in September. As of September 28th, there was short interest totalling 7,353,030 shares, a drop of 25.4% from the September 14th total of 9,852,331 shares. Based on an average trading volume of 2,572,056 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is presently 2.9 days. Currently, 3.9% of the company's stock are sold short. View Commscope's Current Options Chain.
Who are some of Commscope's key competitors?
Some companies that are related to Commscope include L3 Technologies (LLL), Ubiquiti Networks (UBNT), ARRIS International (ARRS), Echostar (SATS), ViaSat (VSAT), Maxar Technologies (MAXR), Loral Space & Communications Ltd. (LORL), Mitel Networks (MITL), Casa Systems (CASA), Comtech Telecomm. (CMTL), CalAmp (CAMP), Sierra Wireless (SWIR), Gilat Satellite Networks (GILT), Harmonic (HLIT) and Ceragon Networks (CRNT).
Who are Commscope's key executives?
Commscope's management team includes the folowing people:
- Mr. Marvin S. Edwards Jr., Pres, CEO & Director (Age 69)
- Mr. Frank B. Wyatt II, Sr. VP, Gen. Counsel, Chief Ethics & Compliance Officer and Sec. (Age 55)
- Mr. Peter U. Karlsson, Sr. VP of Global Sales (Age 54)
- Mr. Alexander W. Pease, Exec. VP & CFO (Age 46)
- Mr. Morgan C. S. Kurk, EVP & COO (Age 48)
Who are Commscope's major shareholders?
Commscope's stock is owned by a number of of retail and institutional investors. Top institutional investors include Leith Wheeler Investment Counsel Ltd. (0.05%), Seven Eight Capital LP (0.04%), Xact Kapitalforvaltning AB (0.02%), Xact Kapitalforvaltning AB (0.02%), Tributary Capital Management LLC (0.01%) and Telemus Capital LLC (0.00%). Company insiders that own Commscope stock include Alexander W Pease, Claudius E Iv Watts, Frank B Wyatt II, Frank M Drendel, Joanne M Maguire, Mark A Olson, Marvin S Edwards Jr, Marvin S Edwards, Jr, Morgan C S Kurk, Peter U Karlsson, Philip Martin Armstrong Jr, Randall W Crenshaw, Robert W Granow, Robyn T Mingle, Stephen C Gray and Timothy T Yates. View Institutional Ownership Trends for Commscope.
Which institutional investors are selling Commscope stock?
COMM stock was sold by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Seven Eight Capital LP, Telemus Capital LLC, Xact Kapitalforvaltning AB and Xact Kapitalforvaltning AB. Company insiders that have sold Commscope company stock in the last year include Frank M Drendel, Marvin S Edwards Jr, Marvin S Edwards, Jr, Philip Martin Armstrong Jr and Stephen C Gray. View Insider Buying and Selling for Commscope.
Which institutional investors are buying Commscope stock?
COMM stock was purchased by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Tributary Capital Management LLC, IFM Investors Pty Ltd and Leith Wheeler Investment Counsel Ltd.. Company insiders that have bought Commscope stock in the last two years include Alexander W Pease, Claudius E Iv Watts, Frank B Wyatt II, Joanne M Maguire, Morgan C S Kurk, Robert W Granow, Robyn T Mingle and Timothy T Yates. View Insider Buying and Selling for Commscope.
How do I buy shares of Commscope?
Shares of COMM can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Scottrade, Fidelity and Charles Schwab.
What is Commscope's stock price today?
One share of COMM stock can currently be purchased for approximately $25.60.
How big of a company is Commscope?
Commscope has a market capitalization of $4.92 billion and generates $4.56 billion in revenue each year. The communications equipment provider earns $193.76 million in net income (profit) each year or $2.02 on an earnings per share basis. Commscope employs 20,000 workers across the globe.
What is Commscope's official website?
How can I contact Commscope?
Commscope's mailing address is 1100 COMMSCOPE PLACE SE, HICKORY NC, 28602. The communications equipment provider can be reached via phone at 82-8-3242-200x or via email at [email protected]
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