Strong Financial Performance: SBA Communications reported better-than-expected second-quarter results, leading to increased full-year guidance across all key metrics, including site leasing revenue, tower cash flow, adjusted EBITDA, and AFFO. Specifically, the services revenue guidance was raised by almost 20%, reflecting accelerated carrier installations.
Positive Trends in U.S. Market: The company experienced its sixth consecutive quarter of increased bookings, driven by ongoing carrier investments in wireless networks, particularly in fixed wireless access and densification. This upward trend suggests a sustainable domestic growth trajectory; however, bookings remain below peak levels from 2021 and 2022.
International Business Challenges: The company increased its international churn guidance by $5 million, primarily due to issues with Brazilian carrier Oi, which has filed for judicial reorganization. This development is expected to impact approximately $20 million of run-rate revenue, indicating a risk within their international operations.