Strong Domestic Leasing Growth
The U.S. mobile network operator customers increased their network investments, leading to the best quarter in several years for new domestic leasing business. The leasing backlog also grew, indicating a positive outlook for the rest of the year.
Increased Full Year Outlook for Services
Due to a strong start to the year and a growing backlog, SBA increased its full-year outlook for its Services business.
Successful Portfolio Management and Capital Allocation
SBA completed its exit from the Philippines and Colombia, improving focus and resource allocation. Additionally, SBA closed a portion of the Central American sites acquisition earlier than expected and announced a new $1.5 billion share repurchase plan.
Increased Full Year Guidance for Key Metrics
Full year guidance for Site Leasing Revenue, Tower Cash Flow, Adjusted EBITDA, AFFO, and AFFO Per Share was increased.
Share Repurchase and Dividend Growth
SBA repurchased 583,000 shares and announced a new $1.5 billion share repurchase plan. The quarterly dividend was increased by approximately 13% over the prior year.