Rye, New York- October 20, 2021 – LICT Corporation (OTC Pink: LICT) announced today that its Board is in final discussions regarding continuing its Shareholder Charitable Contribution program for all registered shareholders. Each registered shareholder will be eligible to designate a 501(c)3 charity to which the company will make a donation of $100 per share on behalf of the shareholder. It is currently anticipated that more details will be announced before year end regarding the mechanics and timing of the contributions.
In addition to our Shareholder Giving Program, as we have done in the past, LICT will extend the opportunity for each of our Teammates to allocate a 501(c)3 charity to whom the Company will make a donation. Our Teammates welcome the opportunity to continue to support the 501(c)3 recipients in in the communities they serve.
Over the past 5 years, LICT has made more than $6.0 million in charitable contributions.
At LICT, we believe charitable giving is a cornerstone of society and an obligation for those with means to make a difference in the world. As an organization, LICT will have no control over the donations, but we are happy to make them on behalf of our shareholders and Teammates.
This release contains certain forward-looking information within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, including without limitation anticipated financial results, financing, capital expenditures and corporate transactions. It should be recognized that such information is based upon certain assumptions, projections and forecasts, including without limitation business conditions, financial markets and the cautionary statements set forth in documents filed by LICT on its website, www.lictcorp.com. As a result, there can be no assurance that any possible transactions will be successful or that financial or other targets will be met. Such forward-looking information is subject to uncertainties, risks and inaccuracies, which could be material.
LICT is a holding company with subsidiaries in broadband and other telecommunications services that actively seeks acquisitions, principally in its existing business areas. LICT is listed on the OTC Pink ® under the symbol LICT. For further information, please visit our website listed above.
Rye, New York – October 13, 2021 – LICT Corporation (“LICT” or the “Company”; OTC Pink®: LICT) is announcing that we received an offer to purchase all of LICT’s outstanding stock. Although the price which has been offered represents a price above market, our Board believes it is below the intrinsic value of our enterprise.
In addition, we continue to move on with our previously announced financial engineering.
This announcement is being made to inform our shareholders that the offer described above has been received. We plan to issue no further communication on this offer until Auction 110 concludes.
This release contains certain forward-looking information within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, including without limitation anticipated financial results, financing, capital expenditures and corporate transactions. It should be recognized that such information is based upon certain assumptions, projections and forecasts, including without limitation, business conditions and financial markets, regulatory and other approvals, and the cautionary statements set forth in documents filed by LICT on its website, www.lictcorp.com. As a result, there can be no assurance that any possible transactions will be accomplished or be successful, or that financial targets will be met. Such forward-looking information is subject to uncertainties, risks and inaccuracies, which could be material.
LICT Corporation is a holding company with subsidiaries in broadband and other telecommunications services that actively seeks acquisitions, principally in its existing business areas.
LICT Corporation is listed on the OTC Pink® under the symbol LICT. For further information visit our website at http://www.lictcorp.com.
Due to Provisions in Upcoming Auction 110,Gary L. Sugarman,
Who Joined the LICT Corporation Board of Directors in 2006 Has Resigned
Rye, NY – August 27, 2021 – LICT Corporation (“LICT” or the “Company”; OTC Pink®: LICT) is today announcing the resignation of Gary L. Sugarman from its Board of Directors. His resignation is effective immediately.
Mr. Sugarman’s resignation is in response to a Rule of the Federal Communications Commission (“FCC”), Section 20.22(b)(4)i, which was first adopted in 2014, amended in 2015 into its current form) providing that an “attributable interest” in wireless spectrum is created by a person’s service as an officer or director in a licensee or its controlling entity. That attributable interest is then counted toward the cap on the amount of spectrum which an entity may hold and since Gary serves on the Board of another telecommunications provider, this FCC Rule “greatly limits either company’s options in” spectrum auctions and other spectrum-related matters.
Mr. Sugarman has a lengthy and distinguished record of service with LICT. He first served as President of Brighton Communications, Inc., a subsidiary of Lynch Corporation from 1991 through 1993. Then after his departure from Brighton, he continued to serve as a closely involved advisor to LICT for the next thirteen years, from 1993 through 2006, at which time he joined LICT’s Board. He served as a Director of LICT from September 2006 through April 2008 and returned as a Director in February 2019. At the time of his resignation, he was serving as the Chairman of the Board’s Regulatory Committee and as a member of the Audit Committee.
Speaking for the Company, Mario J. Gabelli, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, said that “We will greatly miss Gary and his insightful knowledge of rural telecommunications. We are profoundly appreciative of his contribution to the Company’s development over his long service as a manager, an advisor and a Director. His efforts played a major role in LICT’s progress in bringing broadband services and capacities to rural Americans.”
Any action which the Board decides to take regarding the vacancy created by Mr. Sugarman’s resignation will be announced at the appropriate time.
This release contains certain forward-looking information within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, including without limitation anticipated financial results, financing, capital expenditures and corporate transactions. It should be recognized that such information is based upon certain assumptions, projections and forecasts, including without limitation, business conditions and financial markets, regulatory and other approvals, and the cautionary statements set forth in documents filed by LICT on its website, www.lictcorp.com. As a result, there can be no assurance that any possible transactions will be accomplished or be successful, or that financial targets will be met. Such forward-looking information is subject to uncertainties, risks and inaccuracies, which could be material.
LICT Corporation is a holding company with subsidiaries in broadband and other telecommunications services that actively seeks acquisitions, principally in its existing business areas.
LICT Corporation is listed on the OTC Pink® under the symbol LICT. For further information visit our website at http://www.lictcorp.com.
Revenues increased 5.8% to $32.3 from $30.5 million.
EBITDA from operations was $14.8 versus $13.8 million.
EPS from operations rose 13% to $346 from $307 per share.
Capital Expenditure increases accelerate our broadband deployment
Rye, NY – August 4, 2021 – LICT Corporation (“LICT” or the “Company”; OTC Pink®: LICT) reports unaudited, financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2021.
SECOND QUARTER – In 2021, LICT’s second quarter revenues were $32.3 million compared to $30.5 million for the corresponding quarter in 2020. EBITDA was $14.8 million in the second quarter of 2021 as compared to $13.8 million in 2020.
Non-regulated revenues increased 12%, or $1.8 million, to $16.8 million from the prior year’s second quarter $15.0 million, driven by broadband and cable modem sales. Non-regulated EBITDA rose just over 12% to $7.3 million, from $6.5 million.
Regulated revenues totaled $15.5 million in the second quarter of both 2021 and 2020. Regulated EBITDA was $7.5 million compared to $7.3 million last year.
OTHER INCOME – Other income/(expense) for the second quarter of 2021 and 2020 totaled $0.3 million, mostly due to the $50 million drawdown from CoBank in the prior year, which we have reduced to $10 million.
EARNINGS PER SHARE –Earnings per share from operations for the second quarter of 2021 were $346 per share as compared to $307 per sharein the prior year’s second quarter.
All LICT telephone companies have elected to participate in the Federal Communications Commission’s (“FCC”) A-CAM and A-CAM II programs. The A-CAM program commenced January 1, 2017, with revisions in 2018 and 2019. A-CAM II was implemented by the FCC in 2019, which LICT adopted in Wisconsin. The A-CAM program is designed to accelerate and expand the deployment of broadband capabilities throughout the nation’s rural areas with mandatory build-out requirements for receipt of support. LICT is actively building and expanding broadband facilities. A-CAM and A-CAM II replaced two prior USF mechanisms for companies electing A-CAM.
EMERGENCY BROADBAND BENEFIT (“EBB”) PROGRAM – LICT is actively participating in the FCC’s $3.2 billion EBB Program to support our ongoing commitment to provide affordable broadband to the rural communities we serve and help close the digital divide. This program provides consumers who are eligible with a broadband credit of up to $50 per month (up to $75 for households on Tribal Lands) towards their qualifying internet plan for the duration of the program.
FCC AUCTIONS – During the second quarter of 2021 we continued our efforts to deploy the spectrum licenses we were awarded in Auction 105 of last year which will enable us to reach some of our more remote customers with increased speeds. In addition, we are engaged in the filing process required by the FCC for the markets we were awarded in Auction 904, the Rural Digital Opportunities Fund auction, as well as planning to participate in the upcoming Auction 110.
2021 OUTLOOK – LICT’s guidance for 2021 revenue and EBITDA remains unchanged with revenues of $127 – $131 million and EBITDA in the range of $58 to $60 million. LICT’s guidance on capital expenditures is increasing to a range of $31 and $33 million as we have increased deployment of fiber in the communities we serve. The effect of the COVID-19 pandemic may impact revenue growth, in the second half of 2021.
STRATEGIC REVIEW – As previously stated, the Company continues to systematically seek, analyze and evaluate a full range of means to expand the scope and scale of its businesses to accelerate growth across all of them, and thereby enhance our shareholders’ value.
CAPITAL EXPENDITURES – In the second quarter of 2021, capital expenditures were $7.5 million, of which $4.1 million was for non-regulated activities and $3.4 million for regulated activities. Our capital spending will enable us to meet and exceed our A-CAM requirements, offer enhanced broadband speeds, and increase the overall fiber route miles in our network.
As of June 30, 2021, LICT owns and operates 5,325 miles of fiber optic cable, 11,494 miles of copper cable, 770 miles of coaxial cable and 83 towers. During the quarter, we added 26 towers as a result of our acquisition of NeboNet in Utah.
SHARE REPURCHASES – During the six months ended June 30, 2021, the Company repurchased 453 shares for $10.1 million, with an average price of $22,200 per share. On June 30, 2021, 18,080 shares were outstanding.
OPERATING STATISTICS / BROADBAND DEPLOYMENT – As of June 30, 2021, the Company’s broadband penetration in its franchised telephone service territories, based on its total Incumbent Local Exchange Carrier (“ILEC”) voice lines, was 93.3%, as compared to 90.8% at December 31, 2020.
This release contains certain forward-looking information within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, including without limitation anticipated financial results, financing, capital expenditures and corporate transactions. It should be recognized that such information is based upon certain assumptions, projections and forecasts, including without limitation, business conditions and financial markets, regulatory and other approvals, and the cautionary statements set forth in documents filed by LICT on its website, www.lictcorp.com. As a result, there can be no assurance that any possible transactions will be accomplished or be successful, or that financial targets will be met. Such forward-looking information is subject to uncertainties, risks and inaccuracies, which could be material.
LICT Corporation is a holding company with subsidiaries in broadband and other telecommunications services that actively seeks acquisitions, principally in its existing business areas.
Rye, New York – July 13, 2021 – LICT Corporation (“LICT” or the “Company”, OTC Pink ®: LICT) is today announcing that its Board of Directors (the “Board”) has increased the Company’s authorization to repurchase its stock to a total of 1,000 shares. Prior to this increase, there had been 335 shares remaining for repurchase under the Board’s prior authorizations. LICT continues its buyback program because it believes that the current market under values the long-term prospects of the company.
As previously stated, the Company continues to systematically seek, analyze and evaluate a full range of means to expand the scope and scale of its businesses, to accelerate growth across all of them, and thereby enhance our shareholders’ value.
This release contains certain forward-looking information within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, including without limitation anticipated financial results, financing, capital expenditures and corporate transactions. It should be recognized that such information is based upon certain assumptions, projections and forecasts, including without limitation, business conditions and financial markets, regulatory and other approvals, and the cautionary statements set forth in documents filed by LICT on its website, www.lictcorp.com. As a result, there can be no assurance that any possible transactions will be accomplished or be successful, or that financial targets will be met. Such forward-looking information is subject to uncertainties, risks and inaccuracies, which could be material.
LICT Corporation is a holding company with subsidiaries in broadband and other telecommunications services that actively seeks acquisitions, principally in its existing business areas.
LICT Corporation is listed on the OTC Pink® under the symbol LICT. For further information visit our website at http://www.lictcorp.com.
Rye, NY – May 26, 2021 – LICT Corporation (the “Corporation”; OTC Pink®: LICT) is privileged to announce that Kevin Errity has joined LICT as Chief Operating Officer.
Mr. Errity has been engaged in the telecommunications industry throughout his entire business career of nearly 30 years. Since beginning with AT&T in 1993, he has held executive positions in sales, sales engineering and operations. He has also had substantial experience with mergers and acquisitions of telecommunications firms.
Most recently Mr. Errity served as a Senior Vice President of ExteNet Systems, a provider of custom fiber optic infrastructure for financial, carrier and enterprise clients. Prior to that, he played a leading executive role in the development of PAETEC Communications from a start-up operation into a $2 billion enterprise at its 2012 merger with Windstream Communications.
Mario J. Gabelli, Chairman of the Corporation’s Board, said “We are delighted that Kevin is joining LICT. His deep experience in many areas of telecommunications will greatly strengthen our executive team as we prepare to accelerate the development of our businesses.” Mr. Errity echoed those thoughts, saying “I look forward with great enthusiasm to being a member of this dynamic enterprise. I believe LICT has a bright future and will dedicate all my efforts to its rapid achievement.”
Mr. Errity’s office will be located at the Corporation’s headquarters location in Rye, NY.
This release contains certain forward-looking information within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, including without limitation anticipated financial results, financing, capital expenditures and corporate transactions. It should be recognized that such information is based upon certain assumptions, projections and forecasts, including without limitation, business conditions and financial markets, regulatory and other approvals, and the cautionary statements set forth in documents filed by LICT on its website, www.lictcorp.com. As a result, there can be no assurance that any possible transactions will be accomplished or be successful, or that financial targets will be met. Such forward-looking information is subject to uncertainties, risks and inaccuracies, which could be material.
LICT Corporation is a holding company with subsidiaries in broadband and other telecommunications services that actively seeks acquisitions, principally in its existing business areas.
LICT Corporation is listed on the OTC Pink® under the symbol LICT. For further information visit our website at http://www.lictcorp.com.
Revenues increased 6.6% to $32.0 from $30.0 million.
EBITDA from operations was $14.3 versus $13.7 million.
EPS from operations rose 17% to $378 from $324 per share.
Rye, NY – May 20, 2021 – LICT Corporation (“LICT” or the “Company”; OTC Pink®: LICT) reports unaudited, financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2021.
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SHAREHOLDER DESIGNATED CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION PROGRAM — In 2016, the Company adopted a Shareholder Designated Charitable Contribution Program. Under the Program, all registered shareholders are eligible to designate charities and the company will a make a contribution to that charity. In 2016 through 2020, the company made $100 per share contribution on behalf of its shareholders to their designated charities. LICT is committed to giving back to our communities and, over the past four years, LICT has made over $6.0 million in charitable contributions.
FIRST QUARTER – In 2021, LICT’s first quarter revenues were $32.0 million compared to $30.0 million for the corresponding quarter in 2020. EBITDA was $14.3 million in the first quarter of 2020 as compared to $13.7 million in 2019.
Non-regulated revenues increased 13%, or $1.9 million, to $16.4 million from the prior year’s first quarter $14.5 million, driven by broadband and cable modem sales. Non-regulated EBITDA rose just over 15% to $7.1 million, from $6.2 million.
Regulated revenues were $15.6 million in the first quarter of 2021 versus the prior year’s first quarter of $15.5 million. Regulated EBITDA was $7.2 million compared to $7.6 million last year. The quarter over quarter decline in EBITDA is predominantly due to expenses related to increased customer installs, maintenance of fiber and additional testing for compliance with A-CAM reporting.
OTHER INCOME – Other income increased by $0.6 million due to an increase of Patronage Capital of $0.3 million related to our $50 million line of credit with CoBank, and $0.3 million investment income from an affiliated company.
EARNINGS PER SHARE –Diluted earnings per share from operations for the first quarter of 2021 was $378 per share as compared to $324 per sharein 2020, which excludes the $504 gain per share on the sale of MODOC.
ALTERNATIVE – CONNECT AMERICA COST MODEL (“A-CAM”) PROGRAM –All LICT telephone companies have elected to participate in the FCC’s A-CAM and A-CAM II programs. The A-CAM program is designed to speed and expand the deployment of broadband capabilities throughout the nation’s rural areas and replaced two prior USF mechanisms for companies electing A-CAM. LICT received $8.0 million in the first quarter of 2021 for A-CAM and A-CAM II revenues, as compared to $8.1 million in the first quarter of 2020.
The FCC’s A-CAM program, which commenced January 1, 2017, with revisions in 2018 and 2019, and the addition of A-CAM II in Wisconsin in 2019, is designed to increase broadband speed and expand broadband deployment in rural portions of the country with mandatory build-out requirements for receipt of support. A-CAM and A-CAM II replaced two prior legacy FCC Universal Service Fund (“USF”) mechanisms which LICT had been receiving. LICT is actively building and expanding broadband facilities.
EMERGENCY BROADBAND BENEFIT – LICT is actively participating in the Federal Communications Commission’s (“FCC”) $3.2 billion Emergency Broadband Benefit Program to support our ongoing commitment to provide broadband to the rural communities we serve and help close the digital divide. This program provides consumers who are eligible for a broadband credit of up to $50 per month (up to $75 for households on Tribal Lands) towards their qualifying internet plan for the length of the program and we offer a variety of broadband options that qualify under the Emergency Broadband Benefit program.
BALANCE SHEET – LICT benefited from strong cash from operations in the first quarter of 2021. In addition, this reflects the return of a portion of our FCC deposit of $20 million for Auction 107, as well as the reduction of the borrowings against our line of credit by $30.0 million dollars. At the end of the first quarter of 2021 our net cash position totaled $22.1 million.
2021 OUTLOOK – LICT’s guidance for 2021 remains unchanged with revenues of $127 – $131 million, EBITDA in the range of $58 to $60 million, and total capital expenditures between $27 and $29 million. We are aware that the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic may impact revenue growth.
FCC SPECTRUM AUCTIONS – LICT Wireless Broadband Company, LLC (“LICT Wireless”), a wholly owned subsidiary, participated in FCC Auction 107 – 3.7 GHz band which ended on February 18, 2021. In this auction, LICT acquired 5 licenses in 5 Partial Economic Areas (PEA) for $4.3 million of spectrum 3.7 GHz band licenses. In March 2021, the FCC returned $15.7 million which is our $20.0 million original deposit less the $4.3 million in licenses we were highest bidder on.
During the first quarter we continued our efforts to deploy the spectrum licenses we were awarded in Auction 105 of last year which will enable us to reach some of our more remote customers with increased speeds. In addition, we continue the filing process required by the FCC for the 5 markets we were awarded in the RDOF auction.
STRATEGIC REVIEW – As previously announced, LICT has initiated a strategic review to accelerate and broaden the Corporation’s businesses. The actions to be explored will include, among others, the possible creation of a Special Purpose Acquisition Corporation (“SPAC”); the spin-off of one or more of the Corporation’s subsidiaries as a separate entity; potential strategic and accretive acquisitions in the Corporation’s current or adjacent industries; and the possibility of raising additional capital by such means as a rights offering to the Corporation’s existing shareholders.
CAPITAL EXPENDITURES – In the first quarter of 2021, capital expenditures were $7.1 million, of which $4.6 million was for non-regulated activities and $2.5 million for regulated activities. Our capital spending will enable us to meet and exceed our A-CAM requirements, offer enhanced broadband speeds, and increase the overall fiber route miles in our network.
As of March 31, 2021, LICT owns and operates 5,251 miles of fiber optic cable, 11,492 miles of copper cable, 767 miles of coaxial cable and 57 towers.
SHARE REPURCHASES – During the three months ended March 31, 2021, the Company repurchased 134 shares for $2.6 million, with an average price of $19,100 per share. On March 31, 2021, 18,399 shares were outstanding.
OPERATING STATISTICS / BROADBAND DEPLOYMENT – As of March 31, 2021, the Company’s broadband penetration in its franchised telephone service territories, based on its total Incumbent Local Exchange Carrier (“ILEC”) voice lines, was 91.9%, as compared to 90.8% at December 31, 2020. During the first quarter the Company’s broadband lines grew by 1.8% to just over 40,500 units, this marginal increase offset our voice and video line loss resulting in an overall growth of 0.4%:
This release contains certain forward-looking information within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, including without limitation anticipated financial results, financing, capital expenditures and corporate transactions. It should be recognized that such information is based upon certain assumptions, projections and forecasts, including without limitation, business conditions and financial markets, regulatory and other approvals, and the cautionary statements set forth in documents filed by LICT on its website, www.lictcorp.com. As a result, there can be no assurance that any possible transactions will be accomplished or be successful, or that financial targets will be met. Such forward-looking information is subject to uncertainties, risks and inaccuracies, which could be material.
LICT Corporation is a holding company with subsidiaries in broadband and other telecommunications services that actively seeks acquisitions, principally in its existing business areas.
LICT Corporation is listed on the OTC Pink® under the symbol LICT. For further information visit our website at http://www.lictcorp.com.
LICT CORPORATION
Exhibit APage 1 of 2
Statements of Operations and Balance Sheet Data
(In Thousands, Except Per Share Data)
STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
Three Months Ended
March 31,
2021
2020
Revenues
$32,015
$30,046
Cost and Expenses:
Cost of revenue, excluding depreciation
14,479
13,198
Selling, general and administration
3,173
3,099
Corporate office expenses
946
950
Depreciation and amortization
4,636
4,340
Total Costs and Expenses
23,234
21,587
Operating profit
8,781
8,459
Other Income (Expense)
Investment income
762
113
Interest expense
(385)
(302)
Equity in earnings of affiliated companies
185
53
Gain from the sale of investment (a)
–
13,071
Other
58
(29)
620
12,906
Income Before Income Tax Provision
9,401
21,365
Provision for Income Taxes
(2,427)
(5,554)
Net Income
$6,974
$15,811
Capital Expenditures
$7,123
$4,996
Weighted Average Shares- Basic and Diluted
18,458
19,101
Actual shares outstanding at end of period
18,399
19,008
Earnings Per Share:
$378
$828
Earnings Per Share excluding the gain from the sale of an investment(a)
$378
$324
(a) Please note the Three Months ended March 31, 2020 includes the gain of $13.1 million stemming from the sale of MODOC which added $504 to earnings per share.
