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
Industry Radio & t.v. communications equipment
Sub-IndustryN/A
SectorComputer and Technology
Phone82-8-3242-200x
Debt
Price-To-Earnings
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$4.56 billion
Profitability
Miscellaneous
Employees20,000
OptionableOptionable
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 has initiated a stock repurchase plan on Thursday, August 3rd 2017, which allows the company to repurchase $100,000,000.00 in outstanding shares, according to EventVestor. This repurchase authorization allows the company to repurchase shares of its stock through open market purchases. Shares repurchase plans are generally a sign that the company's management believes its stock is undervalued.
How were Commscope's earnings last quarter?
Commscope Holding Company Inc (NASDAQ:COMM) posted its quarterly earnings results on Thursday, November, 8th. The communications equipment provider reported $0.59 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, missing the Thomson Reuters' consensus estimate of $0.66 by $0.07. The communications equipment provider had revenue of $1.15 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.22 billion. Commscope had a return on equity of 23.68% and a net margin of 4.69%. The company's revenue was up 1.9% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter in the prior year, the firm earned $0.55 earnings per share. 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 fourth quarter earnings guidance on Thursday, November, 8th. The company provided EPS guidance of $0.34-0.39 for the period, compared to the Thomson Reuters consensus EPS estimate of $0.59. The company issued revenue guidance of $1.015-1.065 billion, compared to the consensus revenue estimate of $1.17 billion.Commscope also updated its FY 2018 guidance to $2.09-2.14 EPS.
What price target have analysts set for COMM?
14 brokers have issued 12 month price objectives for Commscope's stock. Their predictions range from $18.20 to $43.00. On average, they expect Commscope's stock price to reach $29.6545 in the next year. This suggests a possible upside of 55.7% from the stock's current price. View Analyst Price Targets for Commscope.
What is the consensus analysts' recommendation for Commscope?
14 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Commscope in the last year. There are currently 8 hold ratings and 6 buy ratings for the stock, resulting in a consensus recommendation of "Hold." View Analyst Ratings for Commscope.
Has Commscope been receiving favorable news coverage?
News headlines about COMM stock have been trending neutral this week, according to InfoTrie Sentiment. The research firm identifies positive and negative media coverage by monitoring more than six thousand blog and news sources. The firm ranks coverage of public companies on a scale of -5 to 5, with scores closest to five being the most favorable. Commscope earned a coverage optimism score of 0.3 on InfoTrie's scale. They also gave news stories about the communications equipment provider a news buzz of 6.0 out of 10, meaning that recent media coverage is somewhat likely to have an impact on the stock's share price in the near term.
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), Mitel Networks (MITL), Casa Systems (CASA), Loral Space & Communications Ltd. (LORL), Comtech Telecomm. (CMTL), Sierra Wireless (SWIR), CalAmp (CAMP), Gilat Satellite Networks (GILT), Harmonic (HLIT), Ceragon Networks (CRNT) and Maxar Technologies (MAXR).
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 many different of retail and institutional investors. Top institutional shareholders include Cerebellum GP LLC (0.01%) and Meeder Asset Management Inc. (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, Marvin S Edwards Jr, Marvin S Edwards, Jr, Morgan C S Kurk, Peter U Karlsson, Philip Martin Armstrong Jr, Robert W Granow, Robyn T Mingle, Stephen C Gray and Timothy T Yates. View Institutional Ownership Trends for Commscope.
Which institutional investors are buying Commscope stock?
COMM stock was acquired by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Cerebellum GP LLC and Meeder Asset Management Inc.. 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 $19.05.
How big of a company is Commscope?
Commscope has a market capitalization of $3.67 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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