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AT&T completes acquisition of Leap Wireless for USD15 per share
M2 - 1 hr 4 mins ago
US communications holding company AT&T (NYSE:T) announced on Thursday the closure of its acquisition of prepaid wireless provider Leap Wireless International Inc, which operates under the Cricket brand.
Why You Shouldn't Panic About the Dow's 231-Point Drop Today
Dan Caplinger, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Thu Mar 13, 8:00PM CDT
Thursday's decline of 231 points for the Dow Jones Industrials came as a shock to some investors today, given the market's past resilience even in the face of escalating tensions in Ukraine, and signs of economic deterioration in China. But before...
Leap Wireless International, Inc. Gives Notice of Make-Whole Fundamental Change to Holders of Its 4.50% Convertible Senior Notes due 2014
PR Newswire - Thu Mar 13, 7:38PM CDT
Leap Wireless International, Inc. (NASDAQ: LEAP) today provided notice of a Make-Whole Fundamental Change to holders of its 4.50 percent Convertible Senior Notes due 2014 (the "Notes"). The Make-Whole Fundamental Change resulted from the merger of a wholly owned subsidiary of AT&T Inc., a Delaware corporation, into Leap, pursuant to which Leap became a wholly owned subsidiary of AT&T (the "Merger"). The Merger was completed pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of July 12, 2013 (the "Merger Agreement"), by and among Leap, AT&T, Laser, Inc., a Delaware corporation, and Mariner Acquisition Sub Inc., a subsidiary of AT&T. A copy of the Merger Agreement was filed as an exhibit to Leap's Current Report on Form 8-K, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 15, 2013. Copies of this filing is available on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov.
The New Cricket to Deliver No-Annual-Contract Wireless on Reliable Nationwide 4G LTE Network
Business Wire - Thu Mar 13, 6:17PM CDT
There's a revolution coming in the no-contract wireless space and the new Cricket is leading the charge. The new Cricket Wireless, emerging today from AT&T's (NYSE:T) acquisition of Leap Wireless International, which had operated Cricket, creates a powerful force that gives customers what they have been asking for. The new Cricket will change the way people think about no-annual-contract wireless by delivering what matters most: a reliable, nationwide 4G LTE network; simple plans at affordable prices; fresh and engaging retail stores in their neighborhoods; and a range of cool devices.
AT&T Completes Acquisition of Leap Wireless
Business Wire - Thu Mar 13, 5:37PM CDT
AT&T* today closed its acquisition of prepaid wireless provider Leap Wireless International Inc., which operates under the Cricket brand. AT&T announced in July 2013 that it would acquire all of Leap's stock and wireless properties, including licenses, network assets, retail stores and subscribers for $15 per share in cash. Leap shareholders will also receive a contingent right entitling them to the net proceeds received on the sale of Leap's 700 MHz "A Block" spectrum in Chicago, which Leap purchased for $204 million in August 2012.
AT&T's (T) Leap Wireless Acquisition Approved By FCC
at The Street - Thu Mar 13, 5:07PM CDT
AT&T T shares are up slightly in extended trading on news that the FCC has approved its acquisition of fellow telecom company Leap Wireless.
Final Glance: Telecom companies
AP - Thu Mar 13, 5:05PM CDT
NEW YORK (AP) — Shares of some top telecom companies were down at the close of trading:
What Telecom Investors Need to Know About Wireless Spectrum
Anders Bylund, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Thu Mar 13, 2:00PM CDT
Spectrum licenses are the lifeblood of the wireless industry. In 2008, the FCC auctioned off brand new licenses in the 700 MHz band, after kicking UHF TV stations off that band. AT&T and Verizon walked off with the lion's share of winning...
Midday Glance: Telecom companies
AP - Thu Mar 13, 12:59PM CDT
NEW YORK (AP) — Shares of some top telecom companies are mixed at 1 p.m.:
Colocation and Managed Hosting Services Market in North America 2014-2018 Out Now
M2 - Thu Mar 13, 11:27AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/ffxznx/colocation_and) has announced the addition of the "Colocation and Managed Hosting Services Market in North America 2014-2018" report to their offering. The analysts forecast the Colocation and Managed Hosting Services market in North America will grow at a CAGR of 13.59 percent over the period 2013-2018. One of the key factors contributing to this market growth is the increasing need to reduce capital and operational expenses. The Colocation and Managed Hosting Services market in North America has also been witnessing the adoption of high-density computing equipment. However, the growing concerns about data security could pose a challenge to the growth of this market. The key vendors dominating this space are AT&T Inc., CenturyLink Inc., Digital Realty Trust, Equinix Inc., Level3 Communications Inc., Rackspace Hosting Inc., and Verizon Communications Inc. The other vendors mentioned in the report are 365 Main Inc., Cervalis, Clearview International LLC, Cogent, Computer Science Corp., CoreSite Realty Corp., Cyrusone LLC, Datapipe, Dupont Fabros Technology, Global Switch Holdings Ltd., GoGrid, Hosting.com, IBM Corp., Internap Network Services, IO Data Centers LLC, Latisys, NaviSite, Online Tech LLC, Peak 10, QTS Realty Trust Inc., Sabey Corp., Sungard Availability Services, Telecity Group, TeleHouse, Telx, Viawest, and zColo (Zayo Group LLC). Commenting on the report, an analyst from the team said: High-density data centers are data centers that are equipped with high-performance computing equipment. This equipment is small in size, consumes low power, and delivers high-performance computing that increases the productivity of the data center infrastructure. Consequently, enterprises are adopting high-density data center facilities to meet their computing requirements. The modern equipment comes with virtualization features, which is another factor increasing the productivity of the network. Enterprises are looking for business solutions that can reduce their capital and operational costs, which is leading to higher demand for high-density computing infrastructure. According to the report, among the numerous growth drivers for the Colocation and Managed Hosting Services market in North America, the increasing need to reduce capital and operational expenses is the major growth driver. Data center services are provided through well-established data centers that are cheaper than internal data center service facilities. Enterprises need not spend on maintenance of the data center facilities and need to pay only for the services they use. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/ff...cation_and About Research and Markets Research and Markets is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends.
Here's How Much Cloud Storage Really Costs
at The Street - Thu Mar 13, 10:29AM CDT
Cloud storage is increasingly getting cheaper, as companies like Amazon, Google, Rackspace, and Microsoft are all playing out pricing wars, trying to attract the most business.
Early Glance: Telecom companies
AP - Thu Mar 13, 9:16AM CDT
NEW YORK (AP) — Shares of some top telecom companies are mixed at 10 a.m.:
AT&T (T) Crosses Pivot Point Resistance at $32.52
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Thu Mar 13, 9:03AM CDT
Shares of AT&T (NYSE:T) have bullishly opened above the pivot of $32.34 today and have reached the first resistance level of $32.52. Should the shares continue to rise, the resistance pivots of $32.66 and $32.98 will be of interest.
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Verizon Communications, AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile US and TD Ameritrade Holding
PR Newswire - Thu Mar 13, 8:53AM CDT
Zacks.com announces the list of stocks featured in the Analyst Blog. Every day the Zacks Equity Research analysts discuss the latest news and events impacting stocks and the financial markets. Stocks recently featured in the blog include the Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE:VZ-Free Report), AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T-Free Report), Sprint Corp. (NYSE:S-Free Report), T-Mobile US Inc. (NYSE:TMUS-Free Report) and TD Ameritrade Holding Corporation (NYSE:AMTD-Free Report).
How Sprint Buying T-Mobile Could Drive Down Mobile Prices
Daniel Kline, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Thu Mar 13, 7:44AM CDT
Sprint's (NYSE: S) chairman vows a price war against AT&T and Verizon if his company is allowed to buy rival T-Mobile . Outspoken Sprint Chairman Masayoshi Son appeared on Charlie Rose's PBS show on March 10 where he did not mince words...
Concise Analysis of the International Triple Play Services Industry
M2 - Thu Mar 13, 6:06AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/hbl6vp/triple_play) has announced the addition of the "Concise Analysis of the International Triple Play Services Industry" report to their offering. This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Triple Play Services in Thousand Subscriptions. The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Rest of World. Annual estimates and forecasts are provided for the period 2009 through 2018. The report profiles 97 companies including many key and niche players such as: - Access Media 3, Inc. - AT&T, Inc. - BCE, Inc. - Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited - BT Group plc - Cablevision Systems Corporation - Com Hem AB - Comcast Corporation - DISH Network Corporation - FastWeb S.p.A. - Rogers Communications, Inc. - Swisscom AG - TDC A/S - Telef?nica S.A. - Time Warner Cable, Inc. - upc cablecom GmbH - Verizon Communications, Inc. - Virgin Media Limited. Market data and analytics are derived from primary and secondary research. Company profiles are primarily based on public domain information including company URLs. Please note: Reports are sold as single-site single-user licenses. Electronic versions require 24-48 hours as each copy is customized to the client with digital controls and custom watermarks. For information on site licence pricing please click on Enquire before buying. Key Topics Covered: I. INTRODUCTION, METHODOLOGY & PRODUCT DEFINITIONS II. Executive Summary 1. INDUSTRY OVERVIEW 2. PRODUCT OVERVIEW 3. SERVICE LAUNCHES/INTRODUCTIONS 4. RECENT INDUSTRY ACTIVITY 5. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS 6. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE III. MARKET 1. THE UNITED STATES 2. CANADA 3. JAPAN 4. EUROPE 5. ASIA-PACIFIC 6. LATIN AMERICA 7. REST OF WORLD IV. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE Total Companies Profiled: 97 (including Divisions/Subsidiaries - 101) - The United States (39) - Canada (8) - Europe (36) - France (3) - Germany (2) - The United Kingdom (6) - Italy (2) - Spain (1) - Rest of Europe (22) - Asia-Pacific (Excluding Japan) (10) - Latin America (3) - Africa (1) - Middle East (4) For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/hb...riple_play
AT&T Connectivity is Mission Critical, Says Infiniti Red Bull Racing
PR Newswire - Thu Mar 13, 12:01AM CDT
This weekend, Infiniti Red Bull Racing, the four-time winners of the FIA Formula 1 Drivers' and Constructors' World Championship(TM), will face some of the biggest regulation changes the sport has seen in 20 years. As an Infiniti Red Bull Racing Innovation Partner, AT&T* is helping the Team collaborate and stay connected as they race to develop a winning car that meets these new challenges.
Most active New York Stock Exchange-traded stocks
AP - Wed Mar 12, 5:02PM CDT
NEW YORK (AP) — A look at New York Stock Exchange 10 most-active stocks at the close of trading:
Vodafone to Connect Volkswagen & Audi - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Wed Mar 12, 3:20PM CDT
Vodafone Group Plc announced that it has entered into a deal with Volkswagen AG
AT&T completes acquisition of Leap Wireless for USD15 per share
M2 - 1 hr 4 mins ago
US communications holding company AT&T (NYSE:T) announced on Thursday the closure of its acquisition of prepaid wireless provider Leap Wireless International Inc, which operates under the Cricket brand.
Why You Shouldn't Panic About the Dow's 231-Point Drop Today
Dan Caplinger, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Thu Mar 13, 8:00PM CDT
Thursday's decline of 231 points for the Dow Jones Industrials came as a shock to some investors today, given the market's past resilience even in the face of escalating tensions in Ukraine, and signs of economic deterioration in China. But before...
Leap Wireless International, Inc. Gives Notice of Make-Whole Fundamental Change to Holders of Its 4.50% Convertible Senior Notes due 2014
PR Newswire - Thu Mar 13, 7:38PM CDT
Leap Wireless International, Inc. (NASDAQ: LEAP) today provided notice of a Make-Whole Fundamental Change to holders of its 4.50 percent Convertible Senior Notes due 2014 (the "Notes"). The Make-Whole Fundamental Change resulted from the merger of a wholly owned subsidiary of AT&T Inc., a Delaware corporation, into Leap, pursuant to which Leap became a wholly owned subsidiary of AT&T (the "Merger"). The Merger was completed pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of July 12, 2013 (the "Merger Agreement"), by and among Leap, AT&T, Laser, Inc., a Delaware corporation, and Mariner Acquisition Sub Inc., a subsidiary of AT&T. A copy of the Merger Agreement was filed as an exhibit to Leap's Current Report on Form 8-K, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 15, 2013. Copies of this filing is available on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov.
The New Cricket to Deliver No-Annual-Contract Wireless on Reliable Nationwide 4G LTE Network
Business Wire - Thu Mar 13, 6:17PM CDT
There's a revolution coming in the no-contract wireless space and the new Cricket is leading the charge. The new Cricket Wireless, emerging today from AT&T's (NYSE:T) acquisition of Leap Wireless International, which had operated Cricket, creates a powerful force that gives customers what they have been asking for. The new Cricket will change the way people think about no-annual-contract wireless by delivering what matters most: a reliable, nationwide 4G LTE network; simple plans at affordable prices; fresh and engaging retail stores in their neighborhoods; and a range of cool devices.
AT&T Completes Acquisition of Leap Wireless
Business Wire - Thu Mar 13, 5:37PM CDT
AT&T* today closed its acquisition of prepaid wireless provider Leap Wireless International Inc., which operates under the Cricket brand. AT&T announced in July 2013 that it would acquire all of Leap's stock and wireless properties, including licenses, network assets, retail stores and subscribers for $15 per share in cash. Leap shareholders will also receive a contingent right entitling them to the net proceeds received on the sale of Leap's 700 MHz "A Block" spectrum in Chicago, which Leap purchased for $204 million in August 2012.
AT&T's (T) Leap Wireless Acquisition Approved By FCC
at The Street - Thu Mar 13, 5:07PM CDT
AT&T T shares are up slightly in extended trading on news that the FCC has approved its acquisition of fellow telecom company Leap Wireless.
Final Glance: Telecom companies
AP - Thu Mar 13, 5:05PM CDT
NEW YORK (AP) — Shares of some top telecom companies were down at the close of trading:
What Telecom Investors Need to Know About Wireless Spectrum
Anders Bylund, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Thu Mar 13, 2:00PM CDT
Spectrum licenses are the lifeblood of the wireless industry. In 2008, the FCC auctioned off brand new licenses in the 700 MHz band, after kicking UHF TV stations off that band. AT&T and Verizon walked off with the lion's share of winning...
Midday Glance: Telecom companies
AP - Thu Mar 13, 12:59PM CDT
NEW YORK (AP) — Shares of some top telecom companies are mixed at 1 p.m.:
Colocation and Managed Hosting Services Market in North America 2014-2018 Out Now
M2 - Thu Mar 13, 11:27AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/ffxznx/colocation_and) has announced the addition of the "Colocation and Managed Hosting Services Market in North America 2014-2018" report to their offering. The analysts forecast the Colocation and Managed Hosting Services market in North America will grow at a CAGR of 13.59 percent over the period 2013-2018. One of the key factors contributing to this market growth is the increasing need to reduce capital and operational expenses. The Colocation and Managed Hosting Services market in North America has also been witnessing the adoption of high-density computing equipment. However, the growing concerns about data security could pose a challenge to the growth of this market. The key vendors dominating this space are AT&T Inc., CenturyLink Inc., Digital Realty Trust, Equinix Inc., Level3 Communications Inc., Rackspace Hosting Inc., and Verizon Communications Inc. The other vendors mentioned in the report are 365 Main Inc., Cervalis, Clearview International LLC, Cogent, Computer Science Corp., CoreSite Realty Corp., Cyrusone LLC, Datapipe, Dupont Fabros Technology, Global Switch Holdings Ltd., GoGrid, Hosting.com, IBM Corp., Internap Network Services, IO Data Centers LLC, Latisys, NaviSite, Online Tech LLC, Peak 10, QTS Realty Trust Inc., Sabey Corp., Sungard Availability Services, Telecity Group, TeleHouse, Telx, Viawest, and zColo (Zayo Group LLC). Commenting on the report, an analyst from the team said: High-density data centers are data centers that are equipped with high-performance computing equipment. This equipment is small in size, consumes low power, and delivers high-performance computing that increases the productivity of the data center infrastructure. Consequently, enterprises are adopting high-density data center facilities to meet their computing requirements. The modern equipment comes with virtualization features, which is another factor increasing the productivity of the network. Enterprises are looking for business solutions that can reduce their capital and operational costs, which is leading to higher demand for high-density computing infrastructure. According to the report, among the numerous growth drivers for the Colocation and Managed Hosting Services market in North America, the increasing need to reduce capital and operational expenses is the major growth driver. Data center services are provided through well-established data centers that are cheaper than internal data center service facilities. Enterprises need not spend on maintenance of the data center facilities and need to pay only for the services they use. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/ff...cation_and About Research and Markets Research and Markets is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends.
Here's How Much Cloud Storage Really Costs
at The Street - Thu Mar 13, 10:29AM CDT
Cloud storage is increasingly getting cheaper, as companies like Amazon, Google, Rackspace, and Microsoft are all playing out pricing wars, trying to attract the most business.
Early Glance: Telecom companies
AP - Thu Mar 13, 9:16AM CDT
NEW YORK (AP) — Shares of some top telecom companies are mixed at 10 a.m.:
AT&T (T) Crosses Pivot Point Resistance at $32.52
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Thu Mar 13, 9:03AM CDT
Shares of AT&T (NYSE:T) have bullishly opened above the pivot of $32.34 today and have reached the first resistance level of $32.52. Should the shares continue to rise, the resistance pivots of $32.66 and $32.98 will be of interest.
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Verizon Communications, AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile US and TD Ameritrade Holding
PR Newswire - Thu Mar 13, 8:53AM CDT
Zacks.com announces the list of stocks featured in the Analyst Blog. Every day the Zacks Equity Research analysts discuss the latest news and events impacting stocks and the financial markets. Stocks recently featured in the blog include the Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE:VZ-Free Report), AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T-Free Report), Sprint Corp. (NYSE:S-Free Report), T-Mobile US Inc. (NYSE:TMUS-Free Report) and TD Ameritrade Holding Corporation (NYSE:AMTD-Free Report).
How Sprint Buying T-Mobile Could Drive Down Mobile Prices
Daniel Kline, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Thu Mar 13, 7:44AM CDT
Sprint's (NYSE: S) chairman vows a price war against AT&T and Verizon if his company is allowed to buy rival T-Mobile . Outspoken Sprint Chairman Masayoshi Son appeared on Charlie Rose's PBS show on March 10 where he did not mince words...
Concise Analysis of the International Triple Play Services Industry
M2 - Thu Mar 13, 6:06AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/hbl6vp/triple_play) has announced the addition of the "Concise Analysis of the International Triple Play Services Industry" report to their offering. This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Triple Play Services in Thousand Subscriptions. The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Rest of World. Annual estimates and forecasts are provided for the period 2009 through 2018. The report profiles 97 companies including many key and niche players such as: - Access Media 3, Inc. - AT&T, Inc. - BCE, Inc. - Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited - BT Group plc - Cablevision Systems Corporation - Com Hem AB - Comcast Corporation - DISH Network Corporation - FastWeb S.p.A. - Rogers Communications, Inc. - Swisscom AG - TDC A/S - Telef?nica S.A. - Time Warner Cable, Inc. - upc cablecom GmbH - Verizon Communications, Inc. - Virgin Media Limited. Market data and analytics are derived from primary and secondary research. Company profiles are primarily based on public domain information including company URLs. Please note: Reports are sold as single-site single-user licenses. Electronic versions require 24-48 hours as each copy is customized to the client with digital controls and custom watermarks. For information on site licence pricing please click on Enquire before buying. Key Topics Covered: I. INTRODUCTION, METHODOLOGY & PRODUCT DEFINITIONS II. Executive Summary 1. INDUSTRY OVERVIEW 2. PRODUCT OVERVIEW 3. SERVICE LAUNCHES/INTRODUCTIONS 4. RECENT INDUSTRY ACTIVITY 5. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS 6. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE III. MARKET 1. THE UNITED STATES 2. CANADA 3. JAPAN 4. EUROPE 5. ASIA-PACIFIC 6. LATIN AMERICA 7. REST OF WORLD IV. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE Total Companies Profiled: 97 (including Divisions/Subsidiaries - 101) - The United States (39) - Canada (8) - Europe (36) - France (3) - Germany (2) - The United Kingdom (6) - Italy (2) - Spain (1) - Rest of Europe (22) - Asia-Pacific (Excluding Japan) (10) - Latin America (3) - Africa (1) - Middle East (4) For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/hb...riple_play
AT&T Connectivity is Mission Critical, Says Infiniti Red Bull Racing
PR Newswire - Thu Mar 13, 12:01AM CDT
This weekend, Infiniti Red Bull Racing, the four-time winners of the FIA Formula 1 Drivers' and Constructors' World Championship(TM), will face some of the biggest regulation changes the sport has seen in 20 years. As an Infiniti Red Bull Racing Innovation Partner, AT&T* is helping the Team collaborate and stay connected as they race to develop a winning car that meets these new challenges.
Most active New York Stock Exchange-traded stocks
AP - Wed Mar 12, 5:02PM CDT
NEW YORK (AP) — A look at New York Stock Exchange 10 most-active stocks at the close of trading:
Vodafone to Connect Volkswagen & Audi - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Wed Mar 12, 3:20PM CDT
Vodafone Group Plc announced that it has entered into a deal with Volkswagen AG
