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Crown Castle International

Crown Castle, Inc. is a real estate investment trust company, which engages in the provision of access to wireless infrastructure via long-term contacts. It operates through the following segments: Towers and Fiber. The Towers segment offers access, including space or capacity towers dispersed throughout the United States. The Fiber segment covers access, including space or capacity of fiber primarily supporting small cell networks and fiber solutions. The company was founded by Ted B. Miller Jr. and Edward C. Hutcheson Jr. in 1994 and is headquartered in Houston, TX.

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Crown Castle International poised for growth in 2023 amid 5G investments

Crown Castle International's strong performance in 2022 sets the stage for continued growth in 2023, with a focus on 5G investment and expanding small cell deployments. While facing challenges in managing deployment expectations, the company's disciplined approach to acquisitions and focus on high returns position them well for future opportunities. With good demand across all business lines, Crown Castle remains optimistic about sustained growth and revenue stability.

Crown Castle International (CCI) reports solid Q1 performance and eyes 5G growth opportunities

Crown Castle International (CCI) delivers strong financial performance in Q1 2023, emphasizing stability and growth. With a focus on shared infrastructure and long-term dividend growth, CCI navigates challenges like regulatory changes and inflation while capitalizing on opportunities in the 5G market.

Crown Castle International faces tower activity slowdown, focuses on resilience

Crown Castle International navigates a challenging landscape with tower activity slowdown and rising interest rates impacting 2023 outlook. The company's focus on small cells, fiber, and long-term customer agreements provides revenue resilience. Opportunities lie in future small cell deployment strategies and cost-cutting measures to drive efficiency.

CCI maintains strong outlook for 2024 amidst industry changes

CCI anticipates strong growth in 2024 despite industry changes. Cost management and workforce restructuring have led to significant savings. The company is well-positioned to capitalize on opportunities and fund investments without issuing equity.

Crown Castle International reports solid Q4 results amidst strategic challenges

CCI's Q4 2023 performance reflects revenue growth in key segments but anticipates challenges in 2024, requiring strategic adjustments for sustained success.
The company's strengths lie in financial stability, operational efficiency initiatives, and a commitment to enhancing returns through strategic reviews.
While facing challenges such as revenue declines and organizational changes, CCI has opportunities to optimize operations, capitalize on market trends, and drive growth.

Crown Castle International (CCI) reports strong Q2 performance and strategic reviews

CCI's Q2 2024 performance showcased strength across all business segments with a focus on profitability and efficiency.
Operational changes and cost-saving initiatives are expected to drive growth and enhance shareholder value in the long term.
Guidance for 2025 to be provided in January, aligning with industry standards, while strategic reviews offer potential for maximizing shareholder value.

Crown Castle reports solid Q3 performance amidst strategic changes

Crown Castle's Q3 2024 performance showcased strength in organic growth and operational efficiency, despite challenges in net income outlook and strategic reviews.
The company's strategic organizational changes and cost-saving initiatives position it well to navigate market dynamics and capture future growth opportunities.
With a focus on meeting customer needs and accelerating digitization efforts, Crown Castle remains poised to capitalize on the increasing demand for assets in the telecommunications sector.

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Crown Castle, Inc. engages in the business of owning, operating, and leasing shared communications infrastructure. It operates through the following segments: Towers, Fiber, and Other. The Towers segment focuses on providing coverage and capacity for wireless carrier network deployments. The Fiber segment includes communications infrastructure offerings of small cells and fiber solutions. The Other segment is involved in corporate assets such as cash and cash equivalents. The company was founded by Ted B. Miller Jr. and Edward C. Hutcheson Jr. in 1994 and is headquartered in Houston, TX.

Attempted Legal Maneuvers Seek To Interfere with CEO Search and Fiber Review Attempted Legal Maneuvers Seek To Interfere with CEO Search and Fiber Review

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New Agreement Reflects Crown Castle Acknowledgement That Elliott Cooperation Agreement Process was Tainted and is Unlawful Elliott Still Not Required to Retain Equity Ownership in Company, Which Continues to Misalign Incentives with Long-Term Interests of Company and Shareholders Miller Will Continue to Pursue Delaware Litigation Calls on Shareholders To Demand Crown Castle Board Add Four Highly Qualified Nominees HOUSTON , March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ted B. Miller, co-founder of Crown Castle Inc. (NYSE: CCI) ("Crown Castle" or the "Company") and his investment vehicle Boots Capital Management, LLC ("Boots Capital") today issued the following statement: "Today's rewrite of Crown Castle's cooperation agreement with Elliott Management is a clear admission that the Board of Directors' process was tainted and that it acted unlawfully.

Crown Castle Co-Founder Ted B. Miller Issues Statement on Crown Castle's Rewrite of Cooperation Agreement with Elliott

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Asserts That Crown Castle's Cooperation Agreement Struck Prior to Company's Nomination Window Disenfranchises Shareholders and Entrenches Board Cooperation Agreement Granted Two Board Seats and Does Not Require Elliott to Retain Equity Ownership in Company, Thereby Misaligning Elliott's Incentives with Long-Term Interests of Company and Shareholders Urges Crown Castle to Immediately Put Cooperation Agreement to a Shareholder Vote to Restore Transparency and Credibility HOUSTON , Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ted B. Miller, co-founder of Crown Castle Inc. (NYSE: CCI) ("Crown Castle" or the "Company") and his investment vehicle Boots Capital Management, LLC ("Boots Capital") today filed a complaint in the Court of Chancery of the State of Delaware (the "Court") seeking to invalidate the cooperation agreement between Crown Castle's Board of Directors (the "Board") and Elliott Investment Management, L.P.

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Rejects Slate of Directors Nominated by Ted Miller for Election to Crown Castle's Board Company Remains Focused on CEO Search and Fiber Review No Shareholder Action Required at This Time HOUSTON, Feb. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Crown Castle Inc. (NYSE: CCI) (“Crown Castle” or the “Company”) today confirmed that Boots Capital Management, LLC (“Boots Capital”), which is led by Ted Miller, has nominated four candidates to stand for election to Crown Castle's Board of Directors (“Board”) at the Company's 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders. Mr. Miller is a co-founder of Crown Castle and resigned as CEO and a Director of the Company in 2001 and 2002, respectively.

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Miller and Nominees Are Committed To Restoring Urgency, Operational Excellence and Shareholder Confidence in Crown Castle Miller and Nominees Bring a Detailed Plan for Optimizing Crown Castle's Fiber Assets, and Materially Improving Operations, Go-To-Market Strategy and Customer Innovation Strategic Plan Financial Targets: AFFO After Discretionary Capex of $2.2 Billion by 2025 Drive EBITDA Margin Per Tower From 70% Toward 75-80%, In Line With Crown Castle's Peers American Tower and SBA A Highly Sustainable Dividend Policy To Build Long-Term Value Annual Interest Cost Savings of $330 Million – In Excess of Expected Churn Costs from Expiring Sprint Contract A Target Share Price of $150-$160 Based on 2026 Ebitda Projections Miller and Co-Investors Have Economic Position of $100 Million in Crown Castle Miller and Nominees Also Urge Crown Castle to Put the Company's Coercive and Disenfranchising Agreement With Elliott Management to a Shareholder Vote HOUSTON , Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ted B. Miller, the founder of Crown Castle Inc. (NYSE: CCI) ("Crown Castle" or the "Company") has nominated a slate of four director nominees to the Crown Castle board of directors (the "Board").

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