Verizon's Q2 Earnings Fall Short of Projections Due to Slow Smartphone Sales
Verizon's Financial Performance
In its latest earnings report, Verizon revealed a revenue of $32.8 billion for the second quarter, which was less than the analysts' average estimate of $33.06 billion.
Reasons for Revenue Decline
The company is facing challenges due to a historically low number of consumers upgrading their phones. Despite this, there are indications that this trend may shift with the anticipated release of Apple's new smartphones featuring artificial intelligence.
Subscriber Growth
On a positive note, Verizon recorded a net addition of 148,000 monthly bill-paying wireless subscribers between April and June, which exceeded analysts' forecasts of 127,870 additions.
Conclusion
While Verizon's revenue has dipped due to sluggish phone upgrades, the company is still experiencing growth in its subscriber base, suggesting resilience in the face of market challenges.
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