Level 3 - Boden erreicht? - Die Aktie hat großes Potential - 500 Beiträge pro Seite
eröffnet am 22.12.00 16:35:56 von
neuester Beitrag 10.01.04 19:05:18 von
neuester Beitrag 10.01.04 19:05:18 von
Beiträge: 103
ID: 319.842
ID: 319.842
Aufrufe heute: 0
Gesamt: 6.728
Gesamt: 6.728
Aktive User: 0
Top-Diskussionen
| Titel | letzter Beitrag | Aufrufe |
|---|---|---|
| vor 10 Minuten | 2004 | |
| vor 16 Minuten | 1479 | |
| vor 7 Minuten | 1377 | |
| gestern 21:55 | 733 | |
| vor 1 Stunde | 592 | |
| gestern 21:33 | 460 | |
| 15.05.11, 11:34 | 415 | |
| gestern 13:40 | 404 |
Meistdiskutierte Wertpapiere
| Platz | vorher | Wertpapier | Kurs | Perf. % | Anzahl | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | 1. | 18.203,63 | +0,23 | 222 | |||
| 2. | 2. | 152,48 | +12,70 | 167 | |||
| 3. | 3. | 0,1955 | +2,36 | 75 | |||
| 4. | 4. | 2.326,23 | +0,18 | 57 | |||
| 5. | 5. | 0,0313 | +95,63 | 49 | |||
| 6. | 7. | 4,7220 | -0,59 | 46 | |||
| 7. | 8. | 13,410 | -7,58 | 46 | |||
| 8. | 6. | 44,10 | +0,46 | 45 |
FeedbackNachdem Level 3 nun viel Vorarbeit mit der Verlegen seiner Glasfasernetze geleistet hat,
dürften demnächst die Früchte dieser Arbeit spürbar werden. Die Investitionen werden
also geringer und Gewinne fallen an. Dies könnte zu einem nennenswerten Rebound der
Aktie führen, die von ihrem Hoch bei 132 bis zum Tief von 25 abtauchte. Nun scheint
ein Boden (bisher ein Doppelboden bei 25) gefunden zu sein. Charttechnisch wäre das
2. Testen des Bodens ein Kaufsignal. Eventuell bildet sich heute ein Morning Star aus,
der als sehr bullisches Zeichen gilt.
Heute legt LVLT 9% auf 31,50 zu.
Um Meinungen und Informationen wird gebeten.
@Kostolany4:
Wann kommt der "nennenswerte Rebound" ?
Kann noch damit gerechnet werden ?
Wann kommt der "nennenswerte Rebound" ?
Kann noch damit gerechnet werden ?
@Körschi
Nachdem der damalige Rebound von 30 auf 50 ging, gibt es nun bei 10 wahrscheinlich
erneut einen massiven Rebound mindestens von gleichem Format.
In der Tat eine interessante Tradingmöglichkeit.
@Kostolany4
Dein Beitrag zeigt wie unsinnig der ganze Chart-Quatsch
ist. Aber Level 3 wird zurueckkommen. Doppelboeden und
Morning Stars sind ihr dabei allerdings voellig Wurst.
Dein Beitrag zeigt wie unsinnig der ganze Chart-Quatsch
ist. Aber Level 3 wird zurueckkommen. Doppelboeden und
Morning Stars sind ihr dabei allerdings voellig Wurst.
Ja,Metromedia Fiber werden auch irgendwann zurückkommen.
Mir sind sie allerdings viel zu teuer und gehören M.E nach noch zu den overvalued stocks mit Potential nach unten.
Mir sind sie allerdings viel zu teuer und gehören M.E nach noch zu den overvalued stocks mit Potential nach unten.
Trading Spotlight
Bei aller Liebe,bei einem Umsatz von 177 Millionen USD im ersten Quartal und einem Verlust von 0,77 USD / per share(271 Millionen USD).
Meine Herrschaften.
Null Gewinn.
Marktkapitalisierung von 3,1 Milliarden.Da gibt es für mich trotz Strong Buys nur eine zukünftige Richtung.
Meine Herrschaften.
Null Gewinn.
Marktkapitalisierung von 3,1 Milliarden.Da gibt es für mich trotz Strong Buys nur eine zukünftige Richtung.
Momentan ist bei LVLT größte Vorsicht am Platz. Der Laden ist so überschuldet,
daß eine De-facto-Pleite nicht ausgeschlossen werden kann. Informiert euch bei
Quicken.com über die grauenhafte Wahrheit.
http://quicken.excite.com/investments/seceval/?symbol=LVLT&c…
Diese Wendung zeigt wieder einmal, daß man grundsätzlich ohne Stop Loss nicht
investieren darf. Die Firma machte einen bombastischen Eindruck und wurde z.B.
vor einiger Zeit in der Süddeutschen Zeitung mit sehr positivem Einschlag vorgestellt.
Jetzt ist es anders gekommen. Beobachten ist das einzige was man tun kann.
daß eine De-facto-Pleite nicht ausgeschlossen werden kann. Informiert euch bei
Quicken.com über die grauenhafte Wahrheit.
http://quicken.excite.com/investments/seceval/?symbol=LVLT&c…
Diese Wendung zeigt wieder einmal, daß man grundsätzlich ohne Stop Loss nicht
investieren darf. Die Firma machte einen bombastischen Eindruck und wurde z.B.
vor einiger Zeit in der Süddeutschen Zeitung mit sehr positivem Einschlag vorgestellt.
Jetzt ist es anders gekommen. Beobachten ist das einzige was man tun kann.
@Eboerse
Gewinn ist nicht die richtige Groesse, die man bei
"emerging telcooms" in Betracht ziehen sollte, da diese
enorme Abschreibungen (auch auf Firmenwerte) zu taetigen
haben. Vielmehr sollte man fragen, wann diese Firmen
positiven Cash Flow erwirtschaften koennen. Dieser sollte
nicht mit EBITDA verwechselt werden, welches keine
Zinszahlungen und Investitionskosten beruecksichtigt.
EBITDA ist kein guter Benchmark fuer investionsintensive
Branchen wie der Telekom-B., aber immerhin ein Benchmark.
Global Crossing hat bereits deutlich positiven EBiTDA,
Mcleod leicht positiven EBITDA und Level 3 oder hier in
Europa Carrier 1 werden EBITDA positiv in 2001. Alle
vier Unternehmen haben gute Chanchen in 2003 auch
Cash Flow postiv zu werden, wenn sie wenigsten einigermassen
ihr Umsatzwachstum beibehalten koennen. Ich baue jetzt
kontinuierlich groessere Bestaende in diesen
Papieren auf. Die Einschaetzung dieser Papiere kann
sich genau schnell zum positiven veraenderen, wie sie
sich im vergangenen Jahr zum negativen veraendert haben,
insbesondere dann, wenn die Zinsen so stark fallen wie
jetzt.
@Kostolany4
Ganz klar, diese Unternehmen schleppen einen grossen
Schuldenberg mit sich herum, und muessen auch noch
ungewoehnlich hohe Zinsen zahlen. Im Vergleich
zu anderen "emerging telcos" - einige sind bereits
Pleite - sind diese jedoch verhaeltnismaessig stark.
Diese Unternehmen mussten nur deswegen ihre Wachstums-
ziele moderat zuruecknehmen, weil sie die Investitionen
herunterfuhren wegen der Schwierigkeiten am Kapitalmarkt.
Global Crossing musste nicht mal das, weswegen sie
mit Abstand das teuerste dieser vier Papiere ist.
Carrier 1 ist das billigste Papier, aber moeglicherweise
etwas zu klein. McLeod und Level 3 sind teuerer, aber
sichere Gewinner, wenn die Investoren wieder einmal nicht
mehr wissen wohin mit dem Geld. Fuer Zocker gibt es
die XO Commuincations. Obwohl dieses Unternehmen wirklich
ueberschuldet kaufen dort die Insider wie die Bloeden.
Gewinn ist nicht die richtige Groesse, die man bei
"emerging telcooms" in Betracht ziehen sollte, da diese
enorme Abschreibungen (auch auf Firmenwerte) zu taetigen
haben. Vielmehr sollte man fragen, wann diese Firmen
positiven Cash Flow erwirtschaften koennen. Dieser sollte
nicht mit EBITDA verwechselt werden, welches keine
Zinszahlungen und Investitionskosten beruecksichtigt.
EBITDA ist kein guter Benchmark fuer investionsintensive
Branchen wie der Telekom-B., aber immerhin ein Benchmark.
Global Crossing hat bereits deutlich positiven EBiTDA,
Mcleod leicht positiven EBITDA und Level 3 oder hier in
Europa Carrier 1 werden EBITDA positiv in 2001. Alle
vier Unternehmen haben gute Chanchen in 2003 auch
Cash Flow postiv zu werden, wenn sie wenigsten einigermassen
ihr Umsatzwachstum beibehalten koennen. Ich baue jetzt
kontinuierlich groessere Bestaende in diesen
Papieren auf. Die Einschaetzung dieser Papiere kann
sich genau schnell zum positiven veraenderen, wie sie
sich im vergangenen Jahr zum negativen veraendert haben,
insbesondere dann, wenn die Zinsen so stark fallen wie
jetzt.
@Kostolany4
Ganz klar, diese Unternehmen schleppen einen grossen
Schuldenberg mit sich herum, und muessen auch noch
ungewoehnlich hohe Zinsen zahlen. Im Vergleich
zu anderen "emerging telcos" - einige sind bereits
Pleite - sind diese jedoch verhaeltnismaessig stark.
Diese Unternehmen mussten nur deswegen ihre Wachstums-
ziele moderat zuruecknehmen, weil sie die Investitionen
herunterfuhren wegen der Schwierigkeiten am Kapitalmarkt.
Global Crossing musste nicht mal das, weswegen sie
mit Abstand das teuerste dieser vier Papiere ist.
Carrier 1 ist das billigste Papier, aber moeglicherweise
etwas zu klein. McLeod und Level 3 sind teuerer, aber
sichere Gewinner, wenn die Investoren wieder einmal nicht
mehr wissen wohin mit dem Geld. Fuer Zocker gibt es
die XO Commuincations. Obwohl dieses Unternehmen wirklich
ueberschuldet kaufen dort die Insider wie die Bloeden.
Da gibt es sicherlich einige Firmen die event. in 2003 im cash flow positiv sein werden.Es gibt aber auch Unternehmen die es jetzt schon sind.Ich schaue selber nur noch quarter to quarter.Das ist derzeitig schon schwierig genug ein Quartal im voraus einzuschätzen,wenn nicht sogar unmöglich.Die wenigen Kennzahlen auf die ich geachtet habe reichen mir pers. schon.Dabei mache ich mir nichteinmal die Mühe das Unternehmen näher anzuschauen.Die Gewinn b.z.w Umsatzwarnungen,die auch noch folgen werden zeigen das es nicht mal die Verantwortlichen selber können.Das ist der Grund warum ich derzeitig nicht investiert bin.
Level 3 jeden Falls ist mir ebenso wie Metromedia Fiber wesentlich zu teuer.Eine Umsatzwarnung reicht um die Kurse/Bewertung in den Keller zu schicken.Unternehmen die irgendwann einmal .....gibt es wie Sand am Meer.
Level 3 jeden Falls ist mir ebenso wie Metromedia Fiber wesentlich zu teuer.Eine Umsatzwarnung reicht um die Kurse/Bewertung in den Keller zu schicken.Unternehmen die irgendwann einmal .....gibt es wie Sand am Meer.
von Kostolany4 27.04.01 19:58:51 3407863
Nachdem der damalige Rebound von 30 auf 50 ging, gibt es nun bei 10 wahrscheinlich
erneut einen massiven Rebound mindestens von gleichem Format.
von Kostolany4 14.06.01 03:01:51 3734772
Momentan ist bei LVLT größte Vorsicht am Platz. Der Laden ist so überschuldet,
daß eine De-facto-Pleite nicht ausgeschlossen werden kann. Informiert euch bei
Quicken.com über die grauenhafte Wahrheit.
Schon recht merkwürdig, wie eine Aktie innerhalb von 6 Wochen vom "massiven Rebound" zur Pleite-Firma mutiert, die vollkommen überschuldet ist.
Naja, man macht es sich halt so wie man es gerade braucht, um nicht als Idiot dazustehen.
Das verstehe ich zwar, aber man sollte sich bei seinen "Aktienempfehlungen" vielleicht doch zwischen technischer Analyse und Fundamentalanalyse entscheiden, dann bleiben einem solche Pleiten erspart.
Gute Geschäfte,
Hermes
Nachdem der damalige Rebound von 30 auf 50 ging, gibt es nun bei 10 wahrscheinlich
erneut einen massiven Rebound mindestens von gleichem Format.
von Kostolany4 14.06.01 03:01:51 3734772
Momentan ist bei LVLT größte Vorsicht am Platz. Der Laden ist so überschuldet,
daß eine De-facto-Pleite nicht ausgeschlossen werden kann. Informiert euch bei
Quicken.com über die grauenhafte Wahrheit.
Schon recht merkwürdig, wie eine Aktie innerhalb von 6 Wochen vom "massiven Rebound" zur Pleite-Firma mutiert, die vollkommen überschuldet ist.
Naja, man macht es sich halt so wie man es gerade braucht, um nicht als Idiot dazustehen.
Das verstehe ich zwar, aber man sollte sich bei seinen "Aktienempfehlungen" vielleicht doch zwischen technischer Analyse und Fundamentalanalyse entscheiden, dann bleiben einem solche Pleiten erspart.
Gute Geschäfte,
Hermes
@Fetthirn
Du hast leider immer noch nicht begriffen, daß sich an der Börse auch
mal was ändern kann, u.U. auch sehr schnell.
[/b]
Laßt Level 3 endlich in Frieden sterben und holt diesen alten Thread,
der nicht mehr aktuell ist, nicht dauernd aus der Versenkung, sonst muß
ich ihn tatsächlich sperren lassen.
Die Pleiten sind uns - dir wir mehr Hirn haben als Fetthirn - gottseidank
erspart geblieben. Daß es ohne Stop Loss in der heutigen Zeit nicht geht,
habe ich immer wieder betont, u.a. weiter oben im Thread.
Kostolany4
Du hast leider immer noch nicht begriffen, daß sich an der Börse auch
mal was ändern kann, u.U. auch sehr schnell.
[/b]
Laßt Level 3 endlich in Frieden sterben und holt diesen alten Thread,
der nicht mehr aktuell ist, nicht dauernd aus der Versenkung, sonst muß
ich ihn tatsächlich sperren lassen.
Die Pleiten sind uns - dir wir mehr Hirn haben als Fetthirn - gottseidank
erspart geblieben. Daß es ohne Stop Loss in der heutigen Zeit nicht geht,
habe ich immer wieder betont, u.a. weiter oben im Thread.
Kostolany4
Kostolany, ich finde die alten Threads immer gut, wieso willst Du den sperren lassen?
Sonst kann man sich ja nicht über die "Erfolgsquote" der User informieren.
Deshalb braucht Du doch nicht gleich so persönlich und aufbrausend werden, wir sind alle nur Menschen. Und nur weil Deine Tipps sich nicht von der gemeinen Masse abheben, kann man die Threads doch trotzdem lesen.
Hermes
Sonst kann man sich ja nicht über die "Erfolgsquote" der User informieren.
Deshalb braucht Du doch nicht gleich so persönlich und aufbrausend werden, wir sind alle nur Menschen. Und nur weil Deine Tipps sich nicht von der gemeinen Masse abheben, kann man die Threads doch trotzdem lesen.
Hermes
Was ist nun ??
Jetzt einsteigen ?? Soll ein Großspekulant mit einer Milliarde in Bonds in LVLT investiert sein!!
Barrons ist der Ansicht, daß LVLT überleben wird.
Alles schlechte jetzt draussen ??
Haben auch schon wieder 20% vom Tief zugelegt.
Jetzt einsteigen ?? Soll ein Großspekulant mit einer Milliarde in Bonds in LVLT investiert sein!!
Barrons ist der Ansicht, daß LVLT überleben wird.
Alles schlechte jetzt draussen ??
Haben auch schon wieder 20% vom Tief zugelegt.
Neue Aufträge:
Level 3 Announces New Agreements to Sell Metropolitan Dark Fiber; Recent Contracts Valued at Approximately $22 Million
BROOMFIELD, Colo., July 27 /PRNewswire/ -- Level 3 Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq: LVLT - news) today announced it has executed a number of new agreements to sell metropolitan dark fiber and related services to customers in North America and Europe. The recent agreements have a value of approximately $22 million.
``We continue to see strong demand for our metropolitan dark fiber,`` said Glenn Russo, Level 3`s senior vice president of global infrastructure services. ``For customers, metro dark fiber provides a fast, cost-efficient way of establishing or expanding their presence in key markets. And for Level 3, these sales remain a significant source of cash. Though we recognize revenue from the typical fiber sale over the long-term life of the contract, we receive cash payments up front, as fiber segments are delivered to the buyer.``
Specifically, Level 3 has sold dark fiber inside metropolitan networks it owns in the following North American markets: Atlanta, Chicago, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, St. Louis, San Diego, San Francisco, San Jose, Seattle and Tampa. In Europe, the markets include Amsterdam, Brussels, Dusseldorf, Frankfurt, London and Paris. Many of the dark fiber customers also purchased colocation and operation and maintenance services from Level 3.
Dan Caruso, Level 3`s group vice president of transport services, said the growth of gigabit Ethernet as the interface of choice in end-user network systems is one of the main reasons behind the demand for metro dark fiber. Gigabit Ethernet allows a customer with dark fiber in a metropolitan loop to significantly lower network expenses by reducing the need for DWDM equipment and other costly network electronics.
``Level 3 has a unique footprint in the local loop, with 27 metro networks across the United States and nine in Europe,`` Caruso said. ``And because all of them were constructed with multiple conduits, we have the ability to add additional fiber quickly in response to new demand, in whatever quantity is needed. The metro networks connect our data centers to key data traffic aggregation points in each city. They are one of our most important strategic assets.``
Level 3`s metro networks are linked to Level 3`s multi-conduit long-haul network, which spans 16,000 miles in the United States and 3,600 miles in Western Europe. The network also includes data centers in Tokyo and Hong Kong and capacity on transpacific and transatlantic submarine cables.
Level 3 Announces New Agreements to Sell Metropolitan Dark Fiber; Recent Contracts Valued at Approximately $22 Million
BROOMFIELD, Colo., July 27 /PRNewswire/ -- Level 3 Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq: LVLT - news) today announced it has executed a number of new agreements to sell metropolitan dark fiber and related services to customers in North America and Europe. The recent agreements have a value of approximately $22 million.
``We continue to see strong demand for our metropolitan dark fiber,`` said Glenn Russo, Level 3`s senior vice president of global infrastructure services. ``For customers, metro dark fiber provides a fast, cost-efficient way of establishing or expanding their presence in key markets. And for Level 3, these sales remain a significant source of cash. Though we recognize revenue from the typical fiber sale over the long-term life of the contract, we receive cash payments up front, as fiber segments are delivered to the buyer.``
Specifically, Level 3 has sold dark fiber inside metropolitan networks it owns in the following North American markets: Atlanta, Chicago, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, St. Louis, San Diego, San Francisco, San Jose, Seattle and Tampa. In Europe, the markets include Amsterdam, Brussels, Dusseldorf, Frankfurt, London and Paris. Many of the dark fiber customers also purchased colocation and operation and maintenance services from Level 3.
Dan Caruso, Level 3`s group vice president of transport services, said the growth of gigabit Ethernet as the interface of choice in end-user network systems is one of the main reasons behind the demand for metro dark fiber. Gigabit Ethernet allows a customer with dark fiber in a metropolitan loop to significantly lower network expenses by reducing the need for DWDM equipment and other costly network electronics.
``Level 3 has a unique footprint in the local loop, with 27 metro networks across the United States and nine in Europe,`` Caruso said. ``And because all of them were constructed with multiple conduits, we have the ability to add additional fiber quickly in response to new demand, in whatever quantity is needed. The metro networks connect our data centers to key data traffic aggregation points in each city. They are one of our most important strategic assets.``
Level 3`s metro networks are linked to Level 3`s multi-conduit long-haul network, which spans 16,000 miles in the United States and 3,600 miles in Western Europe. The network also includes data centers in Tokyo and Hong Kong and capacity on transpacific and transatlantic submarine cables.
LVLT da fällt mir immer das kürzel LBBW zu ein. LBBW Landesbank Baden Würrtemberg. Für ihre geschäfte benötigen die banken die "datenautobahnen" um schnell weltweit agieren zu können.Deshalb ist LVLT für mich kein pleitkandidat.Die banken sind sicher an der für sie notwendigen infrastruktur im netz interesiert. mfg
Level 3 Announces Acquisition of Viatel Transatlantic Network Assets; Transaction Approved By Viatel Bankruptcy Judge
BROOMFIELD, Colo., Aug. 23 /PRNewswire/ -- Level 3 Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq: LVLT) announced today that it has acquired the transatlantic network of Viatel, Inc. A federal judge overseeing Viatel`s Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings approved Level 3`s purchase on Tuesday, and the transaction was closed on Wednesday.
Specifically, Level 3 has purchased from Viatel two fibers on the "Yellow" submarine cable connecting London and New York. This is the same fiber pair that Level 3 sold to Viatel in April 2000. Level 3 now owns and controls 50 percent of the fibers on the Yellow cable.
Under the terms of the transaction, Level 3 retains all cash payments already made by Viatel under the April 2000 contract, including $94 million paid to Level 3 at the end of last year. In return for the Yellow fiber pair, Level 3 has released Viatel from debts registered with the bankruptcy court totaling approximately $9 million. Viatel has also transferred 20 gigabits of capacity on the separate transatlantic cable known as "AC-1" to Level 3. Additional terms of the transaction are contained in the summary below.
"We believe this transaction will create value for us, and we continue to look for opportunities as they develop in the current market environment," said Kevin O`Hara, Level 3`s president and chief operating officer.
O`Hara said that Level 3 continues to take a strategic approach in managing its inventory of undersea network assets. "With this transaction, we have effectively cut in half our cost basis for transatlantic capacity," O`Hara said. "Our objective is to ensure we have the appropriate amount of low-cost bandwidth available to connect our terrestrial networks as we continue to expand our international customer base." Transaction summary
The key provisions of the Level 3-Viatel transaction approved by the judge overseeing Viatel`s bankruptcy include:
-- Level 3 retains the cash payments already received from Viatel under
Level 3`s original sale of transatlantic fiber announced in April
2000, including $94 million received by Level 3 at the end of last
year.
-- Viatel has transferred ownership of its fiber pair on the Yellow cable
back to Level 3. Level 3 now owns 50 percent of the fiber on that
cable.
-- Viatel has transferred backhaul fiber and 20 gigabits of capacity on
the AC-1 transatlantic cable to Level 3. Those assets were originally
sold to Viatel under the April 2000 contract.
-- Level 3 has released Viatel from debts it registered with the
bankruptcy court totaling approximately $9 million. Level 3 has also
paid Viatel $100,000 in cash.
-- Level 3 will provide Viatel with two unprotected 2.5-gigabit
wavelengths on the Yellow cable. Viatel will pay $500,000 in cash to
Level 3 to cover one year`s operation and maintenance charges on the
wavelengths and other costs.
About Level 3 Communications
Level 3 (Nasdaq: LVLT) is a global communications and information services company offering a wide selection of services including IP services, broadband transport, colocation services and the industry`s first Softswitch based services. Its Web address is www.Level3.com. Forward Looking Statement
Some of the statements made by Level 3 in this press release are forward-looking in nature. Actual results may differ materially from those projected in forward-looking statements. Level 3 believes that its primary risk factors include, but are not limited to: substantial capital requirements; development of effective internal processes and systems; the ability to attract and retain high quality employees; changes in the overall economy; technology; the number and size of competitors in its markets; law and regulatory policy; and the mix of products and services offered in the company`s target markets. Additional information concerning these and other important factors can be found within Level 3`s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Statements in this release should be evaluated in light of these important factors.
BROOMFIELD, Colo., Aug. 23 /PRNewswire/ -- Level 3 Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq: LVLT) announced today that it has acquired the transatlantic network of Viatel, Inc. A federal judge overseeing Viatel`s Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings approved Level 3`s purchase on Tuesday, and the transaction was closed on Wednesday.
Specifically, Level 3 has purchased from Viatel two fibers on the "Yellow" submarine cable connecting London and New York. This is the same fiber pair that Level 3 sold to Viatel in April 2000. Level 3 now owns and controls 50 percent of the fibers on the Yellow cable.
Under the terms of the transaction, Level 3 retains all cash payments already made by Viatel under the April 2000 contract, including $94 million paid to Level 3 at the end of last year. In return for the Yellow fiber pair, Level 3 has released Viatel from debts registered with the bankruptcy court totaling approximately $9 million. Viatel has also transferred 20 gigabits of capacity on the separate transatlantic cable known as "AC-1" to Level 3. Additional terms of the transaction are contained in the summary below.
"We believe this transaction will create value for us, and we continue to look for opportunities as they develop in the current market environment," said Kevin O`Hara, Level 3`s president and chief operating officer.
O`Hara said that Level 3 continues to take a strategic approach in managing its inventory of undersea network assets. "With this transaction, we have effectively cut in half our cost basis for transatlantic capacity," O`Hara said. "Our objective is to ensure we have the appropriate amount of low-cost bandwidth available to connect our terrestrial networks as we continue to expand our international customer base." Transaction summary
The key provisions of the Level 3-Viatel transaction approved by the judge overseeing Viatel`s bankruptcy include:
-- Level 3 retains the cash payments already received from Viatel under
Level 3`s original sale of transatlantic fiber announced in April
2000, including $94 million received by Level 3 at the end of last
year.
-- Viatel has transferred ownership of its fiber pair on the Yellow cable
back to Level 3. Level 3 now owns 50 percent of the fiber on that
cable.
-- Viatel has transferred backhaul fiber and 20 gigabits of capacity on
the AC-1 transatlantic cable to Level 3. Those assets were originally
sold to Viatel under the April 2000 contract.
-- Level 3 has released Viatel from debts it registered with the
bankruptcy court totaling approximately $9 million. Level 3 has also
paid Viatel $100,000 in cash.
-- Level 3 will provide Viatel with two unprotected 2.5-gigabit
wavelengths on the Yellow cable. Viatel will pay $500,000 in cash to
Level 3 to cover one year`s operation and maintenance charges on the
wavelengths and other costs.
About Level 3 Communications
Level 3 (Nasdaq: LVLT) is a global communications and information services company offering a wide selection of services including IP services, broadband transport, colocation services and the industry`s first Softswitch based services. Its Web address is www.Level3.com. Forward Looking Statement
Some of the statements made by Level 3 in this press release are forward-looking in nature. Actual results may differ materially from those projected in forward-looking statements. Level 3 believes that its primary risk factors include, but are not limited to: substantial capital requirements; development of effective internal processes and systems; the ability to attract and retain high quality employees; changes in the overall economy; technology; the number and size of competitors in its markets; law and regulatory policy; and the mix of products and services offered in the company`s target markets. Additional information concerning these and other important factors can be found within Level 3`s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Statements in this release should be evaluated in light of these important factors.
Level 3 Reports Third Quarter ResultsCommunications GAAP Services Revenue Increases 71 Percent Over Third Quarter 2000 Communications Gross Margin Improves to 64 Percent Additional Cost Cutting Initiatives Announced; Include Work Force Reduction of
BROOMFIELD, Colo., Oct 25, 2001 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Level 3
Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq: LVLT) today announced its third quarter 2001
results. Communications GAAP revenue for third quarter 2001 was $319 million, a
25 percent increase over third quarter 2000. Communications GAAP services
revenue was $233 million, a 71 percent increase over third quarter 2000.
Communications cash revenue for the quarter was $395 million. Consolidated
revenue for the quarter was $375 million, compared with $341 million for the
third quarter 2000.
The net loss for the quarter was $437 million, or $1.17 per share. Excluding the
$94 million net gain primarily from previously announced debt for equity
exchanges completed during the third quarter, net loss was $531 million, or
$1.42 per share.
"Given the difficult economic environment, we believe our performance is a
demonstration of both our financial and operational strength," said James Q.
Crowe, CEO of Level 3.
Third Quarter Financial Highlights
Communications Cash Revenue and GAAP Revenue:
Communications cash revenue for the third quarter was $395 million.
Communications cash revenue is defined as communications revenue plus changes in
cash deferred revenue. Communications cash revenue includes upfront cash
received for dark fiber and other capacity sales that are recognized as GAAP
revenue over the life of the contract, generally ranging from 5 to 20 years.
Communications GAAP revenue for third quarter 2001 was $319 million, a 25
percent increase over the same period last year. The increase was a result of
existing customers purchasing additional services as well as new customer
contracts.
Included in total communications GAAP revenue was $233 million of communication
services revenue, $60 million of non-recurring revenue from dark fiber sales and
$26 million attributable to reciprocal compensation. Communications revenue,
excluding non-recurring dark fiber revenue, increased 69 percent to $259
million, up from $154 million for the same period last year.
In June 2001, the company announced its intent to focus sales efforts on more
established companies with substantial communication services needs. In line
with this initiative, the company had approximately 2,100 customers at the end
of the quarter -- down from 2,275 as of the end of the second quarter.
Approximately 77 percent of the customer base currently purchases more than one
Level 3 service.
Other Revenue: Other revenue of $56 million for the third quarter included $30
million from (i)Structure and $20 million from coal mining, versus (i)Structure
revenue of $30 million and coal mining revenue of $50 million for the same
period last year.
Expenses
Cost of Revenue: Consolidated cost of revenue for third quarter 2001 was $150
million, representing a 25 percent decrease from the third quarter 2000 and a 29
percent decrease from the second quarter 2001. Gross margin for the
communications business was 64 percent for the quarter, up from 38 percent for
the same period last year and 47 percent for the second quarter.
"Our gross margins, which we believe are among the best in the industry, are
clear evidence of the efficiency of our network infrastructure," said Kevin
O`Hara, president and COO of Level 3. "Over the next several quarters we expect
continued improvements in this key measure of performance."
Selling, General and Administrative Expenses (SG&A): SG&A expenses were $249
million for the third quarter, versus $260 million for the second quarter, which
excludes $101 million of restructuring charges, and versus $237 million for the
same period last year.
EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA: Consolidated EBITDA, excluding stock-based
compensation expense was negative $24 million for the third quarter, compared to
negative $82 million, excluding charges, last quarter, and negative $95 million
for the same period last year. Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA was positive $73
million for the third quarter, compared to positive $57 million for the same
period last year. Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA is defined as Consolidated EBITDA
plus the change in cash deferred revenue and excluding non-cash cost of goods
sold associated with certain capacity sales and dark fiber contracts.
Stock-Based Compensation Expense: The company recognized $82 million in
stock-based compensation expense during the quarter. The OSO Program represents
the principal component of the company`s stock-based compensation. This expense
is accounted for in accordance with SFAS No. 123, "Accounting For Stock-Based
Compensation." Level 3 expenses the value of OSOs and its other stock-based
compensation over the respective vesting period. This approach is in contrast to
the current practice of most corporations under which conventional stock options
are not accounted for as an expense on the income statement.
Under Level 3`s plan, OSOs are issued quarterly to all employees, with the value
of the options indexed to the performance of the company`s common stock relative
to the performance of the Standard & Poor`s 500 (S&P 500) Index.
Depreciation and Amortization: Depreciation and amortization expenses for the
quarter were $314 million, a 91 percent increase over the same period last year.
The year over year increase primarily reflects the additional network assets
placed in service over the past year to support the communications business.
Capital Expenditures: Capital expenditures for property, plant and equipment
were $370 million for the quarter, declining from $772 million during the second
quarter and $1.4 billion for the same period last year. This reduction in
capital expenditures reflects the completion of the network and the company`s
previously announced cost management initiatives.
"The substantial decrease in capital expenditures is a significant contributor
to our confidence in our financial strength," said O`Hara. "These decreases in
spending reflect our ability to successfully implement cost controls in this
area."
Debt Repurchase: The company retired approximately $1.9 billion face amount of
debt through a combination of debt for equity exchanges completed during the
third quarter and the tender offer which expired October 22. Pro forma for the
tender offer, long term debt outstanding at the end of the third quarter is $6.2
billion.
Network Highlights
North American Intercity Network: The company has lit all 15,889 miles of its
North American intercity network. A fiber network is considered to be "lit" when
electronics are installed, thereby enabling the network to carry customer
traffic.
The company has migrated approximately 98 percent of the customer traffic to its
own network from its leased, long haul network, and the balance is expected to
be migrated by the end of the year.
Markets and Local Fiber Networks in Service: At the end of the third quarter,
Level 3 offered services in 68 markets, 57 North American markets, nine European
markets and two Asian markets.
The company has local fiber networks in 36 markets, 27 in North America and nine
in Europe. Level 3 has over 2,150 local route miles built in North America and
Europe, and 1,740 of those route miles are lit. Additionally, the company has
constructed approximately 850,000 local fiber miles to date.
Business Outlook
On June 18, 2001 the company provided an updated business outlook and associated
financial projections. This outlook was based, in part, on two assumptions:
* The company`s rate of growth would be negatively impacted by
cancellation of backlogged sales and disconnects of existing service
by lower credit quality customers. The company stated that it
expected these disconnects and cancellations to occur primarily over
the balance of 2001.
* The slowdown in the economy generally and in the communications
services industry specifically would begin to reverse late in 2001 or
early 2002.
While subject to many factors that are difficult to forecast, the company
expects that the negative effects of cancellations and disconnects will be
generally in line with its earlier assumption. However, the September 11 attacks
and subsequent events have altered the company`s views concerning the severity
and duration of the slowdown in the economy broadly and in the communications
services industry market.
"Like many observers, we no longer believe that it is possible to predict the
duration of the economic slowdown with any degree of precision," said Crowe.
"The wide range of possible outcomes, over even the short term, may be
unprecedented in recent history. Given these circumstances, we do not believe it
is realistic to provide reliable longer-term projections at this time.
"While we cannot supply a longer term projection at this time, we are providing
an estimate of key financial metrics for the fourth quarter of this year. We
expect to continue to provide quarterly projections one quarter in advance."
The company will continue to review its practices with respect to providing a
business outlook and projections and will make appropriate changes in light of
future conditions.
Cost Management Initiatives
In light of the economic uncertainty, the company is implementing certain cost
management initiatives in the area of SG&A and continuing its efforts focused on
further reducing capital and network expenditures. These actions are intended to
bring expenses in line with revenue levels resulting from performance that does
not improve over current levels.
"We certainly expect our sales and rate of installs to increase over time," said
O`Hara. "However, given the volatile economic environment, the timing of the
improvement is uncertain. We therefore believe it is prudent to reduce our
non-sales related expenses to levels commensurate with today`s level of
performance. We are continuing to invest in sales and marketing efforts to
ensure we are positioned to benefit from opportunities as they arise. We expect
to rapidly increase our other expenditures when increases in sales activity make
it appropriate to do so."
The company expects to reduce its annual SG&A expense run-rate by approximately
$150 million. These savings are expected to result from a number of cost
management initiatives, including a work force reduction.
The company currently employs approximately 4,500 people, including
approximately 3,950 in the communications business. The company plans to reduce
its global work force by approximately 750 employees, primarily non-sales
related positions in the communications business. These reductions are expected
to occur mainly during the fourth quarter through the combination of a work
force reduction and attrition. The company expects to recognize a significant
charge during the fourth quarter associated with the work force reduction.
In addition, the company expects to continue to benefit from its previously
announced capital expenditure reduction initiatives. As a result of these
efforts, capital expenditures for 2001 are expected to be $2.7 billion versus a
previously announced amount of $3.0 billion.
Quarterly Projections
Level 3 expects communications cash revenue for the fourth quarter of $405
million and communications GAAP revenue of $270 million. Approximately $230
million of the communications GAAP revenue is expected to be derived from
services revenue, approximately $25 million from reciprocal compensation and $15
million from non-recurring dark fiber sales.
The company expects consolidated Adjusted EBITDA of $50 million and Consolidated
EBITDA of negative $60 million for the fourth quarter. Incorporating the effects
of the recently completed debt repurchase, the company expects fourth quarter
earnings of $.75 per share, or a loss of $1.70 per share excluding the effects
of the debt repurchase. These Adjusted EBITDA, EBITDA and per share estimates
exclude the anticipated charge related to the company`s cost reduction
initiatives. Capital expenditures for the fourth quarter are expected to be
approximately $375 million.
Summary Comments
"While it is difficult to predict the timing with any certainty, we expect both
the economy and our company`s performance to markedly improve in the future.
Communications is a central pillar of information technology and demand is
certain to grow rapidly over time. Level 3`s continuously upgradeable network
and cost efficient, broadband services place us in the forefront of companies
that will benefit from this certain outcome," said Crowe. "While we do not
believe it is feasible to provide long-term guidance at this time, we believe it
is important to tell our investors why we continue to have confidence in our
financial strength. This confidence stems from many positive factors, including:
* Our current performance, even in these difficult economic times;
* Our improving gross margins, as clearly demonstrated by this quarter`s
results;
* Our success in tightly managing expenses; and
* The shift in capital spending from network construction, which is now
essentially complete, to expenditures made only when tied directly to
sales.
Given the cost management initiatives we have announced, we believe that Level 3
remains prefunded to free cash flow breakeven, even if market activity remains
at today`s depressed levels."
About Level 3 Communications
Level 3 (Nasdaq: LVLT) is a global communications and information services
company offering a wide selection of services including IP services, broadband
transport services, colocation services, and the industry`s first Softswitch
based services. Level 3 offers services primarily to communications intensive
companies, which deliver their services over the Level 3 Network. Its Web
address is www.Level3.com.
Some of the statements made by Level 3 in this press release are forward-looking
in nature. Actual results may differ materially from those projected in
forward-looking statements. Level 3 believes that its primary risk factors
include, but are not limited to: changes in the overall economy relating to,
among other things, the September 11 attacks and subsequent events, substantial
capital requirements; development of effective internal processes and systems;
the ability to attract and retain high quality employees; technology; the number
and size of competitors in its markets; law and regulatory policy; and the mix
of products and services offered in the company`s target markets. Additional
information concerning these and other important factors can be found within
Level 3`s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Statements in
this release should be evaluated in light of these important factors.
LEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Consolidated Condensed Balance Sheets
(unaudited)
September 30, June 30,
(dollars in millions) 2001 2001
Assets
Current Assets
Cash and cash equivalents $1,491 $1,418
Marketable securities 1,077 1,743
Restricted securities 152 148
Accounts receivable, less allowances of $34
and $34, respectively 326 484
Other 102 103
Total Current Assets 3,148 3,896
Property, Plant and Equipment, net 10,604 10,480
Other Assets, net 499 512
Total Assets $14,251 $14,888
Liabilities and Stockholders` Equity
Current Liabilities:
Accounts payable $989 $1,380
Current portion of long-term debt 7 9
Accrued payroll and employee benefits 131 114
Accrued interest 95 124
Deferred revenue 170 87
Other 179 174
Total Current Liabilities 1,571 1,888
Long Term Debt, less current portion 7,910 7,959
Deferred Revenue 1,167 1,168
Accrued Reclamation Costs 95 94
Other Liabilities 385 394
Stockholders` Equity 3,123 3,385
Total Liabilities and Stockholders` Equity $14,251 $14,888
LEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
Consolidated Condensed Statements of Operations
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended
September 30, September 30,
(dollars in millions) 2001 2000 2001 2000
Revenue:
Communications $319 $255 $1,035 $505
Information Services &
Other 56 86 178 247
Total Revenue 375 341 1,213 752
Costs and Expenses:
Cost of Revenue 150 199 629 483
Depreciation and
Amortization 314 164 882 391
Selling, General and
Administrative 249 237 794 625
Stock-Based Compensation 82 61 244 158
Restructuring & Impairment
Charges -- -- 111 --
Total Costs and
Expenses 795 661 2,660 1,657
Loss from Operations (420) (320) (1,447) (905)
Other Loss, net (111) (41) (350) (28)
Loss before Income Taxes (531) (361) (1,797) (933)
Income Tax Benefit -- 10 -- 30
Net Loss Before
Extraordinary Item (531) (351) (1,797) (903)
Extraordinary Gain on Debt
Extinguishment 94 -- 94 --
Net Loss $(437) $(351) $(1,703) $(903)
Loss per Share:
Basic and Diluted
Net Loss before
Extraordinary Item $(1.42) $(0.96) $(4.85) $(2.50)
Extraordinary Gain on
Debt Extinguishment 0.25 -- 0.25 --
Net Loss $(1.17) $(0.96) $(4.60) $(2.50)
Loss per Share Excluding
Restructuring & Impairment
Charges
Basic and Diluted
Net Loss before
Extraordinary Item -- -- $(4.46) $(2.50)
Net Loss -- -- $(4.20) $(2.50)
Weighted Average Shares
Outstanding
(in thousands):
Basic and Diluted 375,638 366,788 370,582 360,956
MAKE YOUR OPINION COUNT - Click Here
http://tbutton.prnewswire.com/prn/11690X22515303
SOURCE Level 3 Communications, Inc.
BROOMFIELD, Colo., Oct 25, 2001 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Level 3
Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq: LVLT) today announced its third quarter 2001
results. Communications GAAP revenue for third quarter 2001 was $319 million, a
25 percent increase over third quarter 2000. Communications GAAP services
revenue was $233 million, a 71 percent increase over third quarter 2000.
Communications cash revenue for the quarter was $395 million. Consolidated
revenue for the quarter was $375 million, compared with $341 million for the
third quarter 2000.
The net loss for the quarter was $437 million, or $1.17 per share. Excluding the
$94 million net gain primarily from previously announced debt for equity
exchanges completed during the third quarter, net loss was $531 million, or
$1.42 per share.
"Given the difficult economic environment, we believe our performance is a
demonstration of both our financial and operational strength," said James Q.
Crowe, CEO of Level 3.
Third Quarter Financial Highlights
Communications Cash Revenue and GAAP Revenue:
Communications cash revenue for the third quarter was $395 million.
Communications cash revenue is defined as communications revenue plus changes in
cash deferred revenue. Communications cash revenue includes upfront cash
received for dark fiber and other capacity sales that are recognized as GAAP
revenue over the life of the contract, generally ranging from 5 to 20 years.
Communications GAAP revenue for third quarter 2001 was $319 million, a 25
percent increase over the same period last year. The increase was a result of
existing customers purchasing additional services as well as new customer
contracts.
Included in total communications GAAP revenue was $233 million of communication
services revenue, $60 million of non-recurring revenue from dark fiber sales and
$26 million attributable to reciprocal compensation. Communications revenue,
excluding non-recurring dark fiber revenue, increased 69 percent to $259
million, up from $154 million for the same period last year.
In June 2001, the company announced its intent to focus sales efforts on more
established companies with substantial communication services needs. In line
with this initiative, the company had approximately 2,100 customers at the end
of the quarter -- down from 2,275 as of the end of the second quarter.
Approximately 77 percent of the customer base currently purchases more than one
Level 3 service.
Other Revenue: Other revenue of $56 million for the third quarter included $30
million from (i)Structure and $20 million from coal mining, versus (i)Structure
revenue of $30 million and coal mining revenue of $50 million for the same
period last year.
Expenses
Cost of Revenue: Consolidated cost of revenue for third quarter 2001 was $150
million, representing a 25 percent decrease from the third quarter 2000 and a 29
percent decrease from the second quarter 2001. Gross margin for the
communications business was 64 percent for the quarter, up from 38 percent for
the same period last year and 47 percent for the second quarter.
"Our gross margins, which we believe are among the best in the industry, are
clear evidence of the efficiency of our network infrastructure," said Kevin
O`Hara, president and COO of Level 3. "Over the next several quarters we expect
continued improvements in this key measure of performance."
Selling, General and Administrative Expenses (SG&A): SG&A expenses were $249
million for the third quarter, versus $260 million for the second quarter, which
excludes $101 million of restructuring charges, and versus $237 million for the
same period last year.
EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA: Consolidated EBITDA, excluding stock-based
compensation expense was negative $24 million for the third quarter, compared to
negative $82 million, excluding charges, last quarter, and negative $95 million
for the same period last year. Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA was positive $73
million for the third quarter, compared to positive $57 million for the same
period last year. Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA is defined as Consolidated EBITDA
plus the change in cash deferred revenue and excluding non-cash cost of goods
sold associated with certain capacity sales and dark fiber contracts.
Stock-Based Compensation Expense: The company recognized $82 million in
stock-based compensation expense during the quarter. The OSO Program represents
the principal component of the company`s stock-based compensation. This expense
is accounted for in accordance with SFAS No. 123, "Accounting For Stock-Based
Compensation." Level 3 expenses the value of OSOs and its other stock-based
compensation over the respective vesting period. This approach is in contrast to
the current practice of most corporations under which conventional stock options
are not accounted for as an expense on the income statement.
Under Level 3`s plan, OSOs are issued quarterly to all employees, with the value
of the options indexed to the performance of the company`s common stock relative
to the performance of the Standard & Poor`s 500 (S&P 500) Index.
Depreciation and Amortization: Depreciation and amortization expenses for the
quarter were $314 million, a 91 percent increase over the same period last year.
The year over year increase primarily reflects the additional network assets
placed in service over the past year to support the communications business.
Capital Expenditures: Capital expenditures for property, plant and equipment
were $370 million for the quarter, declining from $772 million during the second
quarter and $1.4 billion for the same period last year. This reduction in
capital expenditures reflects the completion of the network and the company`s
previously announced cost management initiatives.
"The substantial decrease in capital expenditures is a significant contributor
to our confidence in our financial strength," said O`Hara. "These decreases in
spending reflect our ability to successfully implement cost controls in this
area."
Debt Repurchase: The company retired approximately $1.9 billion face amount of
debt through a combination of debt for equity exchanges completed during the
third quarter and the tender offer which expired October 22. Pro forma for the
tender offer, long term debt outstanding at the end of the third quarter is $6.2
billion.
Network Highlights
North American Intercity Network: The company has lit all 15,889 miles of its
North American intercity network. A fiber network is considered to be "lit" when
electronics are installed, thereby enabling the network to carry customer
traffic.
The company has migrated approximately 98 percent of the customer traffic to its
own network from its leased, long haul network, and the balance is expected to
be migrated by the end of the year.
Markets and Local Fiber Networks in Service: At the end of the third quarter,
Level 3 offered services in 68 markets, 57 North American markets, nine European
markets and two Asian markets.
The company has local fiber networks in 36 markets, 27 in North America and nine
in Europe. Level 3 has over 2,150 local route miles built in North America and
Europe, and 1,740 of those route miles are lit. Additionally, the company has
constructed approximately 850,000 local fiber miles to date.
Business Outlook
On June 18, 2001 the company provided an updated business outlook and associated
financial projections. This outlook was based, in part, on two assumptions:
* The company`s rate of growth would be negatively impacted by
cancellation of backlogged sales and disconnects of existing service
by lower credit quality customers. The company stated that it
expected these disconnects and cancellations to occur primarily over
the balance of 2001.
* The slowdown in the economy generally and in the communications
services industry specifically would begin to reverse late in 2001 or
early 2002.
While subject to many factors that are difficult to forecast, the company
expects that the negative effects of cancellations and disconnects will be
generally in line with its earlier assumption. However, the September 11 attacks
and subsequent events have altered the company`s views concerning the severity
and duration of the slowdown in the economy broadly and in the communications
services industry market.
"Like many observers, we no longer believe that it is possible to predict the
duration of the economic slowdown with any degree of precision," said Crowe.
"The wide range of possible outcomes, over even the short term, may be
unprecedented in recent history. Given these circumstances, we do not believe it
is realistic to provide reliable longer-term projections at this time.
"While we cannot supply a longer term projection at this time, we are providing
an estimate of key financial metrics for the fourth quarter of this year. We
expect to continue to provide quarterly projections one quarter in advance."
The company will continue to review its practices with respect to providing a
business outlook and projections and will make appropriate changes in light of
future conditions.
Cost Management Initiatives
In light of the economic uncertainty, the company is implementing certain cost
management initiatives in the area of SG&A and continuing its efforts focused on
further reducing capital and network expenditures. These actions are intended to
bring expenses in line with revenue levels resulting from performance that does
not improve over current levels.
"We certainly expect our sales and rate of installs to increase over time," said
O`Hara. "However, given the volatile economic environment, the timing of the
improvement is uncertain. We therefore believe it is prudent to reduce our
non-sales related expenses to levels commensurate with today`s level of
performance. We are continuing to invest in sales and marketing efforts to
ensure we are positioned to benefit from opportunities as they arise. We expect
to rapidly increase our other expenditures when increases in sales activity make
it appropriate to do so."
The company expects to reduce its annual SG&A expense run-rate by approximately
$150 million. These savings are expected to result from a number of cost
management initiatives, including a work force reduction.
The company currently employs approximately 4,500 people, including
approximately 3,950 in the communications business. The company plans to reduce
its global work force by approximately 750 employees, primarily non-sales
related positions in the communications business. These reductions are expected
to occur mainly during the fourth quarter through the combination of a work
force reduction and attrition. The company expects to recognize a significant
charge during the fourth quarter associated with the work force reduction.
In addition, the company expects to continue to benefit from its previously
announced capital expenditure reduction initiatives. As a result of these
efforts, capital expenditures for 2001 are expected to be $2.7 billion versus a
previously announced amount of $3.0 billion.
Quarterly Projections
Level 3 expects communications cash revenue for the fourth quarter of $405
million and communications GAAP revenue of $270 million. Approximately $230
million of the communications GAAP revenue is expected to be derived from
services revenue, approximately $25 million from reciprocal compensation and $15
million from non-recurring dark fiber sales.
The company expects consolidated Adjusted EBITDA of $50 million and Consolidated
EBITDA of negative $60 million for the fourth quarter. Incorporating the effects
of the recently completed debt repurchase, the company expects fourth quarter
earnings of $.75 per share, or a loss of $1.70 per share excluding the effects
of the debt repurchase. These Adjusted EBITDA, EBITDA and per share estimates
exclude the anticipated charge related to the company`s cost reduction
initiatives. Capital expenditures for the fourth quarter are expected to be
approximately $375 million.
Summary Comments
"While it is difficult to predict the timing with any certainty, we expect both
the economy and our company`s performance to markedly improve in the future.
Communications is a central pillar of information technology and demand is
certain to grow rapidly over time. Level 3`s continuously upgradeable network
and cost efficient, broadband services place us in the forefront of companies
that will benefit from this certain outcome," said Crowe. "While we do not
believe it is feasible to provide long-term guidance at this time, we believe it
is important to tell our investors why we continue to have confidence in our
financial strength. This confidence stems from many positive factors, including:
* Our current performance, even in these difficult economic times;
* Our improving gross margins, as clearly demonstrated by this quarter`s
results;
* Our success in tightly managing expenses; and
* The shift in capital spending from network construction, which is now
essentially complete, to expenditures made only when tied directly to
sales.
Given the cost management initiatives we have announced, we believe that Level 3
remains prefunded to free cash flow breakeven, even if market activity remains
at today`s depressed levels."
About Level 3 Communications
Level 3 (Nasdaq: LVLT) is a global communications and information services
company offering a wide selection of services including IP services, broadband
transport services, colocation services, and the industry`s first Softswitch
based services. Level 3 offers services primarily to communications intensive
companies, which deliver their services over the Level 3 Network. Its Web
address is www.Level3.com.
Some of the statements made by Level 3 in this press release are forward-looking
in nature. Actual results may differ materially from those projected in
forward-looking statements. Level 3 believes that its primary risk factors
include, but are not limited to: changes in the overall economy relating to,
among other things, the September 11 attacks and subsequent events, substantial
capital requirements; development of effective internal processes and systems;
the ability to attract and retain high quality employees; technology; the number
and size of competitors in its markets; law and regulatory policy; and the mix
of products and services offered in the company`s target markets. Additional
information concerning these and other important factors can be found within
Level 3`s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Statements in
this release should be evaluated in light of these important factors.
LEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Consolidated Condensed Balance Sheets
(unaudited)
September 30, June 30,
(dollars in millions) 2001 2001
Assets
Current Assets
Cash and cash equivalents $1,491 $1,418
Marketable securities 1,077 1,743
Restricted securities 152 148
Accounts receivable, less allowances of $34
and $34, respectively 326 484
Other 102 103
Total Current Assets 3,148 3,896
Property, Plant and Equipment, net 10,604 10,480
Other Assets, net 499 512
Total Assets $14,251 $14,888
Liabilities and Stockholders` Equity
Current Liabilities:
Accounts payable $989 $1,380
Current portion of long-term debt 7 9
Accrued payroll and employee benefits 131 114
Accrued interest 95 124
Deferred revenue 170 87
Other 179 174
Total Current Liabilities 1,571 1,888
Long Term Debt, less current portion 7,910 7,959
Deferred Revenue 1,167 1,168
Accrued Reclamation Costs 95 94
Other Liabilities 385 394
Stockholders` Equity 3,123 3,385
Total Liabilities and Stockholders` Equity $14,251 $14,888
LEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
Consolidated Condensed Statements of Operations
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended
September 30, September 30,
(dollars in millions) 2001 2000 2001 2000
Revenue:
Communications $319 $255 $1,035 $505
Information Services &
Other 56 86 178 247
Total Revenue 375 341 1,213 752
Costs and Expenses:
Cost of Revenue 150 199 629 483
Depreciation and
Amortization 314 164 882 391
Selling, General and
Administrative 249 237 794 625
Stock-Based Compensation 82 61 244 158
Restructuring & Impairment
Charges -- -- 111 --
Total Costs and
Expenses 795 661 2,660 1,657
Loss from Operations (420) (320) (1,447) (905)
Other Loss, net (111) (41) (350) (28)
Loss before Income Taxes (531) (361) (1,797) (933)
Income Tax Benefit -- 10 -- 30
Net Loss Before
Extraordinary Item (531) (351) (1,797) (903)
Extraordinary Gain on Debt
Extinguishment 94 -- 94 --
Net Loss $(437) $(351) $(1,703) $(903)
Loss per Share:
Basic and Diluted
Net Loss before
Extraordinary Item $(1.42) $(0.96) $(4.85) $(2.50)
Extraordinary Gain on
Debt Extinguishment 0.25 -- 0.25 --
Net Loss $(1.17) $(0.96) $(4.60) $(2.50)
Loss per Share Excluding
Restructuring & Impairment
Charges
Basic and Diluted
Net Loss before
Extraordinary Item -- -- $(4.46) $(2.50)
Net Loss -- -- $(4.20) $(2.50)
Weighted Average Shares
Outstanding
(in thousands):
Basic and Diluted 375,638 366,788 370,582 360,956
MAKE YOUR OPINION COUNT - Click Here
http://tbutton.prnewswire.com/prn/11690X22515303
SOURCE Level 3 Communications, Inc.
test
Level 3 to Provide Circuits for AT&T Wireless` High-Speed Network
BROOMFIELD, Colo. -- Level 3 Communications Inc. said late Thursday it has agreed to provide network services to AT&T Wireless Services Inc. Financial terms weren`t disclosed.
At 4 p.m. EST on the Nasdaq Stock Market, shares of Level 3 (LVLT) were up 16% , or 64 cents, at $4.52. In after-hours activity, the stock surged to $5.45, according to Island ECN.
The broadband-service provider said in a prepared statement that AT&T Wireless (AWE) "will use a series of high-speed private-line circuits from Level 3 to provide transport for its [general packet radio service] wireless network in selected markets."
GPRS "is a wireless technology that allows portable communications devices to download email and other information from the Internet at speeds up to 10 times faster than is possible on many other mobile networks," noted Level 3.
There are more than 100 GPRS networks being deployed across the globe, but most are in their initial stages and well behind schedule. A nationwide GPRS network won`t be up and running in the U.S. until next year or later.
Level 3 announced two weeks ago that it will cut its 4,500-person work force by about 17%, or 750 positions, through a combination of layoffs and attrition. The cuts will primarily be non-sales-related positions in Level 3`s communications business.
Copyright (c) 2001 Dow Jones & Company, Inc.
All Rights Reserved.
BROOMFIELD, Colo. -- Level 3 Communications Inc. said late Thursday it has agreed to provide network services to AT&T Wireless Services Inc. Financial terms weren`t disclosed.
At 4 p.m. EST on the Nasdaq Stock Market, shares of Level 3 (LVLT) were up 16% , or 64 cents, at $4.52. In after-hours activity, the stock surged to $5.45, according to Island ECN.
The broadband-service provider said in a prepared statement that AT&T Wireless (AWE) "will use a series of high-speed private-line circuits from Level 3 to provide transport for its [general packet radio service] wireless network in selected markets."
GPRS "is a wireless technology that allows portable communications devices to download email and other information from the Internet at speeds up to 10 times faster than is possible on many other mobile networks," noted Level 3.
There are more than 100 GPRS networks being deployed across the globe, but most are in their initial stages and well behind schedule. A nationwide GPRS network won`t be up and running in the U.S. until next year or later.
Level 3 announced two weeks ago that it will cut its 4,500-person work force by about 17%, or 750 positions, through a combination of layoffs and attrition. The cuts will primarily be non-sales-related positions in Level 3`s communications business.
Copyright (c) 2001 Dow Jones & Company, Inc.
All Rights Reserved.
After Hours Trade Reporting
Thursday November 8
Market Close: $ 4.52
After Hours Last: $5.7
After Hours High: $6.14
After Hours Volume: 406,000
Quelle:nasdaq.com
Thursday November 8
Market Close: $ 4.52
After Hours Last: $5.7
After Hours High: $6.14
After Hours Volume: 406,000
Quelle:nasdaq.com
after hour lag LVLT bei:
bid 4,75
ask 4,98
wie kommst du auf deine Daten???
4,5$ oberer Widerstand in Trapez
weitere Widerstände:5,15/5,5/5,75/6,17!!!
LVLT:
hab heute doch bei 5,3$ verkauft, mal sehen ob und wie schnell die auf 4 1/2$ runter gehen
Dayhigh 5,4$, daylow 4,66$
PS: Einkaufsmittelwert war bei mir 2,76$
Was war denn heute mit Level 3 los?
Good news?
KMS
Good news?
KMS
Bitte jetzt ganz schnell umdenken -> Level 3 hat es geschafft.
Hier ein Kommentar von TheStreet:
So what`s an investor to do about Level 3? As far as the stock is concerned, wait. If this company is going
to make it, it`s going to make it big. I mean, big. Put it this way, the two or three points we`ve missed as
the stock has risen from $2 to $5 will mean nothing if this company actually delivers on Crowe`s vision.
It`s sitting here with a $2.5 billion market cap. If Level 3`s still here in five years, that market cap`s gonna be
much bigger, and we`ll have ample time to enter the stock -- when we`ve got some real, actual certainty that
this company will be around. In the meantime, there`s too much risk in this stock. Go buy the bonds or
simply stay away.
http://www.thestreet.com/_yahoo/comment/theteleconomist/1000…
LVLT: ich könnte mir in den Arxxx beißen, daß ich schon nach 100% Plus ausgestiegen bin
7,5$ wären über 150% gewesen
{IMG]http://www.technical-investor.de/scr/powerimage.asp?InstID=2…[/IMG]
7,5$ wären über 150% gewesen
{IMG]http://www.technical-investor.de/scr/powerimage.asp?InstID=2…[/IMG]
sorry:
LVLT:
jetzt hängt alles davon ab wie die Zone 5/5,5$ geschlossen wird
Level 3 Announces New Agreements With America Online
BROOMFIELD, Colo. -(Dow Jones)- AOL Time Warner Inc.`s (AOL) America Online Inc. unit agreed to purchase Level link global wavelength and lease center colocation services in North America from Level 3 Communications Inc. (LVLT).
Financial terms weren`t disclosed.
Level 3 said in a press release Tuesday America Online will also purchase link private line services connecting North America to several cities in Europe.
Communications and information services company Level 3 will serve as America Online`s primary provider of colocation space in six U.S. markets.
Level 3 said the new contracts add to an ongoing relationship the parties have shared during the past two years.
As reported earlier Tuesday, Sprint Corp. (FON) and America Online signed a new strategic relationship to offer AOL members a variety of Sprint`s long- distance plans, branded "AOL Long Distance provided by Sprint."
Company Web site: http://www.Level3.com
-Eamon Beltran; Dow Jones Newswires; 201-938-5400
(This story was originally published by Dow Jones Newswires)
Copyright (c) 2001 Dow Jones & Company, Inc.
All Rights Reserved
BROOMFIELD, Colo. -(Dow Jones)- AOL Time Warner Inc.`s (AOL) America Online Inc. unit agreed to purchase Level link global wavelength and lease center colocation services in North America from Level 3 Communications Inc. (LVLT).
Financial terms weren`t disclosed.
Level 3 said in a press release Tuesday America Online will also purchase link private line services connecting North America to several cities in Europe.
Communications and information services company Level 3 will serve as America Online`s primary provider of colocation space in six U.S. markets.
Level 3 said the new contracts add to an ongoing relationship the parties have shared during the past two years.
As reported earlier Tuesday, Sprint Corp. (FON) and America Online signed a new strategic relationship to offer AOL members a variety of Sprint`s long- distance plans, branded "AOL Long Distance provided by Sprint."
Company Web site: http://www.Level3.com
-Eamon Beltran; Dow Jones Newswires; 201-938-5400
(This story was originally published by Dow Jones Newswires)
Copyright (c) 2001 Dow Jones & Company, Inc.
All Rights Reserved
Pre-Market Trade Reporting
Tuesday November 27
Pre-Market
Last: $6.7
High: $7.1
Volume: 258,100
Tuesday November 27
Pre-Market
Last: $6.7
High: $7.1
Volume: 258,100
Level 3 Signs Broadband Services Contract with the University ofWashington-University of Washington to Use Level 3 IP Service to ProvideInternet Connectivity for Students and Faculty
BROOMFIELD, Colo., Nov 30, 2001 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Level 3 Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq: LVLT) today announced it has signed a one-year agreement to provide (3)CrossRoads Internet access service to the University of Washington.
Under the terms of the agreement, the University of Washington will use Level 3`s (3)CrossRoads Internet access service to provide connections to the public Internet and other networks for students, faculty, researchers, medical professionals, and leading-edge technologists throughout the Pacific Northwest.
"Level 3 provides broadband services that meet the unique bandwidth needs of higher education and research communities," said Jack Waters, chief technology officer for Level 3. "This agreement with the University of Washington is representative of the opportunities we`re seeing for broadband services in education and research communities. The University of Washington generates a substantial amount of Internet traffic and has broadband infrastructure needs that are well suited to Level 3`s network capabilities."
"We look forward to working with the University of Washington to help its students and faculty expand their use of the Internet to learn, conduct research, communicate, and continue to contribute to the future of technology in the Pacific Northwest."
"The University of Washington and its affiliated networks put exceptionally high demands on our Internet and networking infrastructure," said Scott Mah, director of the University of Washington`s Communication Technologies division. "The fact that we chose Level 3 as one of our providers is testimony to their technical competence and depth of network engineering. We look forward to taking advantage of all that the Level 3 services have to offer."
(3)CrossRoads Internet Access Service
(3)CrossRoads is a global Internet access service designed to provide superior network performance across Level 3`s multi-protocol label switching (MPLS) backbone currently operating at 10 gigabits per second. Engineered for maximum flexibility and scalability, (3)CrossRoads takes advantage of the latest available technologies to meet customers` needs. (3)CrossRoads provides connectivity from a variety of locations around the world, including Level 3 data centers. For more information on (3)CrossRoads, visit http://www.level3.com/us/services/crossroads/ .
About the University of Washington
The University of Washington is one of the world`s top research universities. Perennially among the top three American institutions in peer-reviewed research activities and related competitive contracts and grants, and with numerous top-ranked programs, the UW is a university which truly embodies the ideals of "Learning @ the Leading Edge". (For more information see www.washington.edu .)
BROOMFIELD, Colo., Nov 30, 2001 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Level 3 Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq: LVLT) today announced it has signed a one-year agreement to provide (3)CrossRoads Internet access service to the University of Washington.
Under the terms of the agreement, the University of Washington will use Level 3`s (3)CrossRoads Internet access service to provide connections to the public Internet and other networks for students, faculty, researchers, medical professionals, and leading-edge technologists throughout the Pacific Northwest.
"Level 3 provides broadband services that meet the unique bandwidth needs of higher education and research communities," said Jack Waters, chief technology officer for Level 3. "This agreement with the University of Washington is representative of the opportunities we`re seeing for broadband services in education and research communities. The University of Washington generates a substantial amount of Internet traffic and has broadband infrastructure needs that are well suited to Level 3`s network capabilities."
"We look forward to working with the University of Washington to help its students and faculty expand their use of the Internet to learn, conduct research, communicate, and continue to contribute to the future of technology in the Pacific Northwest."
"The University of Washington and its affiliated networks put exceptionally high demands on our Internet and networking infrastructure," said Scott Mah, director of the University of Washington`s Communication Technologies division. "The fact that we chose Level 3 as one of our providers is testimony to their technical competence and depth of network engineering. We look forward to taking advantage of all that the Level 3 services have to offer."
(3)CrossRoads Internet Access Service
(3)CrossRoads is a global Internet access service designed to provide superior network performance across Level 3`s multi-protocol label switching (MPLS) backbone currently operating at 10 gigabits per second. Engineered for maximum flexibility and scalability, (3)CrossRoads takes advantage of the latest available technologies to meet customers` needs. (3)CrossRoads provides connectivity from a variety of locations around the world, including Level 3 data centers. For more information on (3)CrossRoads, visit http://www.level3.com/us/services/crossroads/ .
About the University of Washington
The University of Washington is one of the world`s top research universities. Perennially among the top three American institutions in peer-reviewed research activities and related competitive contracts and grants, and with numerous top-ranked programs, the UW is a university which truly embodies the ideals of "Learning @ the Leading Edge". (For more information see www.washington.edu .)
Level 3 wird heute mit der 5,5$ kämpfen...fällt die Unterstützung bei 5,25, ist LVLT recht schnell bei 4,5 und hätte beide Break Away Gaps geschloßen!!!
Level 3 to Expand Network in Europe
Company Announces Plans to Offer Services in Eight New Markets in 2002
Level 3 Will Extend Network Using Existing Capacity From Other Carriers
LONDON, Dec. 4 /PRNewswire/ -- Level 3 Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq: LVLT) today announced plans to significantly expand its European network.
The company plans to begin offering services in eight additional markets across Western Europe in 2002. The markets are Geneva, Madrid, Milan, Stockholm and Zurich, and the German cities of Cologne, Karlsruhe and Stuttgart. (See link to network map below.)
Level 3 plans to acquire wavelengths or other existing lit capacity from other carriers operating in the region, over which it can offer a full complement of communications services to its customers.
"These plans will dramatically increase the size of our European footprint," said Kevin O`Hara, Level 3`s president and chief operating officer. "Once the expansion is complete, Level 3 will be able to deliver services to 17 of the top markets on the continent. Our existing and prospective customers have been encouraging us to initiate this expansion, and I expect it to afford them even greater access to the significant operational, provisioning and cost advantages Level 3 provides."
Level 3 offers a range of communications services targeted toward the world`s top 300 bandwidth customers, including wavelengths, private line, dark fiber, managed modem and IP services. Level 3`s current customers include companies such as America Online, BT, Cable & Wireless, COLT Telecom Group, France Telecom and Microsoft.
O`Hara noted that the company`s decision to use wavelengths or other existing lit capacity will enable it to expand at a fraction of the cost that would be required with new construction. "Level 3 remains in an extremely strong financial position, with approximately $2.5 billion in available liquidity as of the end of the third quarter," O`Hara said. "Continued turmoil across the communications industry has underscored the strategic advantage of our cash position. In order to maintain that advantage, we are undertaking the expansion in Europe in a way that will require minimum capital outlays. In that way, we can better serve the needs of our customers while preserving our pre-funded status and funding cushion."
Level 3`s existing, two-ring network in Europe spans 3,600 route miles. It connects London, Amsterdam, Brussels and Paris and the German cities of Frankfurt, Dusseldorf, Hamburg, Berlin and Munich. The company also operates multi-conduit metropolitan networks in all nine markets.
Here is a link to a map of Level 3`s current and planned European network: http://www.level3.com/images/Map12042001.jpg About Level 3 Communications
Level 3 (Nasdaq: LVLT) is a global communications and information services company offering a wide selection of services including IP services, broadband transport, colocation services and the industry`s first Softswitch based services. Its Web address is www.Level3.com. Forward Looking Statement
Some of the statements made by Level 3 in this press release are forward-looking in nature. Actual results may differ materially from those projected in forward-looking statements. Level 3 believes that its primary risk factors include, but are not limited to: changes in the overall economy relating to, among other things, the September 11 attacks and subsequent events, substantial capital requirements; development of effective internal processes and systems; the ability to attract and retain high quality employees; technology; the number and size of competitors in its markets; law and regulatory policy; and the mix of products and services offered in the company`s target markets. Additional information concerning these and other important factors can be found within Level 3`s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Statements in this release should be evaluated in light of these important factors
Company Announces Plans to Offer Services in Eight New Markets in 2002
Level 3 Will Extend Network Using Existing Capacity From Other Carriers
LONDON, Dec. 4 /PRNewswire/ -- Level 3 Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq: LVLT) today announced plans to significantly expand its European network.
The company plans to begin offering services in eight additional markets across Western Europe in 2002. The markets are Geneva, Madrid, Milan, Stockholm and Zurich, and the German cities of Cologne, Karlsruhe and Stuttgart. (See link to network map below.)
Level 3 plans to acquire wavelengths or other existing lit capacity from other carriers operating in the region, over which it can offer a full complement of communications services to its customers.
"These plans will dramatically increase the size of our European footprint," said Kevin O`Hara, Level 3`s president and chief operating officer. "Once the expansion is complete, Level 3 will be able to deliver services to 17 of the top markets on the continent. Our existing and prospective customers have been encouraging us to initiate this expansion, and I expect it to afford them even greater access to the significant operational, provisioning and cost advantages Level 3 provides."
Level 3 offers a range of communications services targeted toward the world`s top 300 bandwidth customers, including wavelengths, private line, dark fiber, managed modem and IP services. Level 3`s current customers include companies such as America Online, BT, Cable & Wireless, COLT Telecom Group, France Telecom and Microsoft.
O`Hara noted that the company`s decision to use wavelengths or other existing lit capacity will enable it to expand at a fraction of the cost that would be required with new construction. "Level 3 remains in an extremely strong financial position, with approximately $2.5 billion in available liquidity as of the end of the third quarter," O`Hara said. "Continued turmoil across the communications industry has underscored the strategic advantage of our cash position. In order to maintain that advantage, we are undertaking the expansion in Europe in a way that will require minimum capital outlays. In that way, we can better serve the needs of our customers while preserving our pre-funded status and funding cushion."
Level 3`s existing, two-ring network in Europe spans 3,600 route miles. It connects London, Amsterdam, Brussels and Paris and the German cities of Frankfurt, Dusseldorf, Hamburg, Berlin and Munich. The company also operates multi-conduit metropolitan networks in all nine markets.
Here is a link to a map of Level 3`s current and planned European network: http://www.level3.com/images/Map12042001.jpg About Level 3 Communications
Level 3 (Nasdaq: LVLT) is a global communications and information services company offering a wide selection of services including IP services, broadband transport, colocation services and the industry`s first Softswitch based services. Its Web address is www.Level3.com. Forward Looking Statement
Some of the statements made by Level 3 in this press release are forward-looking in nature. Actual results may differ materially from those projected in forward-looking statements. Level 3 believes that its primary risk factors include, but are not limited to: changes in the overall economy relating to, among other things, the September 11 attacks and subsequent events, substantial capital requirements; development of effective internal processes and systems; the ability to attract and retain high quality employees; technology; the number and size of competitors in its markets; law and regulatory policy; and the mix of products and services offered in the company`s target markets. Additional information concerning these and other important factors can be found within Level 3`s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Statements in this release should be evaluated in light of these important factors
Zacks Issues Recommendations on 4 Stocks: LVLT, SLE, VRSN, and ISSX
CHICAGO, Dec. 4 /PRNewswire/ -- Zacks.com releases another list of stocks that are currently members of the coveted Zacks #1 Ranked list which has produced an average annual return of 34% since inception in 1980. Among the #1 ranked stocks are the following companies: Level 3 Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq: LVLT) and Sara Lee Corp. (NYSE: SLE). Further they announced #2 Rankings (Buy) on two other widely held stocks: VeriSign Inc. (Nasdaq: VRSN) and Internet Security Systems Inc. (Nasdaq: ISSX). To see the full Zacks #1 Ranked list or the rank for any other stock then visit http://www.zacksrank16.zacks.com (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20010924/CGM015LOGO )
Here is a synopsis of why these stocks were added to the Zacks #1 Ranked List:
Level 3 Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq: LVLT): The company has been throttling Street estimates about the depth of its losses. Analysts are slashing loss estimates going forward and the company has strong revenue visibility with new contracts with AT&T Wireless and AOL.
CHICAGO, Dec. 4 /PRNewswire/ -- Zacks.com releases another list of stocks that are currently members of the coveted Zacks #1 Ranked list which has produced an average annual return of 34% since inception in 1980. Among the #1 ranked stocks are the following companies: Level 3 Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq: LVLT) and Sara Lee Corp. (NYSE: SLE). Further they announced #2 Rankings (Buy) on two other widely held stocks: VeriSign Inc. (Nasdaq: VRSN) and Internet Security Systems Inc. (Nasdaq: ISSX). To see the full Zacks #1 Ranked list or the rank for any other stock then visit http://www.zacksrank16.zacks.com (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20010924/CGM015LOGO )
Here is a synopsis of why these stocks were added to the Zacks #1 Ranked List:
Level 3 Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq: LVLT): The company has been throttling Street estimates about the depth of its losses. Analysts are slashing loss estimates going forward and the company has strong revenue visibility with new contracts with AT&T Wireless and AOL.
AcSys Biometrics and Graphco Technologies Pilot Face RecognitionTechnology In Level 3 Communications Gateway
BURLINGTON, ON, Dec 06, 2001 (Canada NewsWire via COMTEX) -- Nexus Group International Inc.`s (NXS:TSE) AcSys Biometrics Corp. and Newton, Pennsylvania-based, Graphco Technologies, Inc. (G-TEC(TM)), are pilot testing AcSys` Face Recognition System (FRS) and G-TEC`s FaceTrac(TM) at a data center operated by Level 3 Communications. The project will demonstrate the added security delivered by facial biometrics in facility access control and surveillance.
Level 3 is an international communications company. Its data centers, or Gateways, serve as portals to its international IP-based network and are designed to provide a secure environment in which their customers can physically locate equipment to directly access the network, the public Internet or interconnect with other carriers. The Gateways also house the company`s own transmission equipment.
The entrance and key controlled-access spaces in the data center have video screening that will allow AcSys FRS and FaceTrac systems to verify the identity of authorized personnel and alert facility security to unauthorized intruders. Access control at Level 3 data centers has included palm geometry readers, providing biometric verification for customers and employees to enter. CCTV equipped with AcSys FRS and FaceTrac tied into the security management system would enhance the ability to detect unauthorized personnel, should they gain access to the facility.
"Level 3`s acquisition of the pilot facial biometrics system underscores our commitment to deliver the most technologically up-to-date, secure colocation facilities for our global communications customers, and to continually upgrade our security systems," said Marshall Sanders, Level 3`s vice president for global security.
AcSys Biometrics is a leading provider of neural technology that is biomimetic - emulating the analytical processes of the human mind. AcSys Biometrics owns the exclusive worldwide Holographic/Quantum Neural Technology (HNeT) license for face recognition applications.
FaceTrac(TM) is a broadly featured, readily customized, facial recognition software system that can be deployed across a variety of scalable platforms. FaceTrac is an open system that can facilitate the use of any facial recognition engine enabling G-TEC to build customized solutions for any application. The system surrounds the entire application in a secure network assuring the user the highest levels of data security while still facilitating remote access.
"We are very pleased to be providing Level 3 with our FaceTrac technology for this pilot program. This is an excellent opportunity for the AcSys Biometrics and G-TEC team to show the utility of biometrics in controlled access environments," said Barry Hodge, G-TEC`s vice president of sales and marketing. "Companies seeking solutions to security issues are finding that facial recognition technology offers a compelling combination of high security, minimal intrusion and favorable return on investment."
"The face recognition biometric provided by G-TEC and AcSys provides a high level of security for facilities. With AcSys providing the perimeter security and the combination of AcSys and FaceTrac monitoring the colocation hardware, we are confident that Level 3 will be pleased with the level of service and security AcSys and G-TEC provide," said Jerry Janik, president and C.E.O., AcSys Biometrics Corp.
G-TEC (www.graphcotech.com) is an advanced technology and systems development company focused on being a leading provider of secure access, biometric identification, surveillance and secure data hosting solutions. G-TEC established market presence by deploying FaceTrac, its facial recognition biometric surveillance, at the professional football championship game held at the Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida in January 2001.
AcSys Biometrics is a joint venture between NEXUS Group International Inc. and AND Corporation, the owner and developer of the patented, proprietary Holographic/Quantum Neural Technology (HNeT). AcSys is the leading-edge provider of facial recognition through its exclusive worldwide license for face and speech recognition based on the core software - HNeT - with applications for the financial, manufacturing, security and medical sectors.
NEXUS is a Burlington, Ontario-based, organization focused on leading- edge technologies with a primary focus on the security market. Its goal is to position itself as the leader in biometric technology and other advanced fields. NEXUS trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange as NXS.
%SEDAR: 00002884E
VIEW ADDITIONAL COMPANY-SPECIFIC INFORMATION: http://www.newswire.ca/cgi-bin/inquiry.cgi?OKEY=67467 http://www.newswire.ca/cgi-bin/inquiry.cgi?OKEY=53435
CONTACT: For further information: Darlene Marks, Director, Communications, NEXUS
Group International Inc., 399 Pearl Street, Burlington, Ontario, L7R 2M8,
Phone: (905) 634-4111, Fax: (905) 634-1101, dmarks(at)nxsgrp.com
www.nxsgrp.com; Barry Hodge, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Graphco
Technologies, Inc., 41 University Dr., Suite 205, Newtown, PA, 18940, Phone:
(215) 497-9170, Fax: (215) 497-9321, bhodge(at)graphcotech.com,
www.graphcotech.com
News release via Canada NewsWire, Toronto 416-863-9350
Copyright (C) 2001 CNW, All rights reserved
BURLINGTON, ON, Dec 06, 2001 (Canada NewsWire via COMTEX) -- Nexus Group International Inc.`s (NXS:TSE) AcSys Biometrics Corp. and Newton, Pennsylvania-based, Graphco Technologies, Inc. (G-TEC(TM)), are pilot testing AcSys` Face Recognition System (FRS) and G-TEC`s FaceTrac(TM) at a data center operated by Level 3 Communications. The project will demonstrate the added security delivered by facial biometrics in facility access control and surveillance.
Level 3 is an international communications company. Its data centers, or Gateways, serve as portals to its international IP-based network and are designed to provide a secure environment in which their customers can physically locate equipment to directly access the network, the public Internet or interconnect with other carriers. The Gateways also house the company`s own transmission equipment.
The entrance and key controlled-access spaces in the data center have video screening that will allow AcSys FRS and FaceTrac systems to verify the identity of authorized personnel and alert facility security to unauthorized intruders. Access control at Level 3 data centers has included palm geometry readers, providing biometric verification for customers and employees to enter. CCTV equipped with AcSys FRS and FaceTrac tied into the security management system would enhance the ability to detect unauthorized personnel, should they gain access to the facility.
"Level 3`s acquisition of the pilot facial biometrics system underscores our commitment to deliver the most technologically up-to-date, secure colocation facilities for our global communications customers, and to continually upgrade our security systems," said Marshall Sanders, Level 3`s vice president for global security.
AcSys Biometrics is a leading provider of neural technology that is biomimetic - emulating the analytical processes of the human mind. AcSys Biometrics owns the exclusive worldwide Holographic/Quantum Neural Technology (HNeT) license for face recognition applications.
FaceTrac(TM) is a broadly featured, readily customized, facial recognition software system that can be deployed across a variety of scalable platforms. FaceTrac is an open system that can facilitate the use of any facial recognition engine enabling G-TEC to build customized solutions for any application. The system surrounds the entire application in a secure network assuring the user the highest levels of data security while still facilitating remote access.
"We are very pleased to be providing Level 3 with our FaceTrac technology for this pilot program. This is an excellent opportunity for the AcSys Biometrics and G-TEC team to show the utility of biometrics in controlled access environments," said Barry Hodge, G-TEC`s vice president of sales and marketing. "Companies seeking solutions to security issues are finding that facial recognition technology offers a compelling combination of high security, minimal intrusion and favorable return on investment."
"The face recognition biometric provided by G-TEC and AcSys provides a high level of security for facilities. With AcSys providing the perimeter security and the combination of AcSys and FaceTrac monitoring the colocation hardware, we are confident that Level 3 will be pleased with the level of service and security AcSys and G-TEC provide," said Jerry Janik, president and C.E.O., AcSys Biometrics Corp.
G-TEC (www.graphcotech.com) is an advanced technology and systems development company focused on being a leading provider of secure access, biometric identification, surveillance and secure data hosting solutions. G-TEC established market presence by deploying FaceTrac, its facial recognition biometric surveillance, at the professional football championship game held at the Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida in January 2001.
AcSys Biometrics is a joint venture between NEXUS Group International Inc. and AND Corporation, the owner and developer of the patented, proprietary Holographic/Quantum Neural Technology (HNeT). AcSys is the leading-edge provider of facial recognition through its exclusive worldwide license for face and speech recognition based on the core software - HNeT - with applications for the financial, manufacturing, security and medical sectors.
NEXUS is a Burlington, Ontario-based, organization focused on leading- edge technologies with a primary focus on the security market. Its goal is to position itself as the leader in biometric technology and other advanced fields. NEXUS trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange as NXS.
%SEDAR: 00002884E
VIEW ADDITIONAL COMPANY-SPECIFIC INFORMATION: http://www.newswire.ca/cgi-bin/inquiry.cgi?OKEY=67467 http://www.newswire.ca/cgi-bin/inquiry.cgi?OKEY=53435
CONTACT: For further information: Darlene Marks, Director, Communications, NEXUS
Group International Inc., 399 Pearl Street, Burlington, Ontario, L7R 2M8,
Phone: (905) 634-4111, Fax: (905) 634-1101, dmarks(at)nxsgrp.com
www.nxsgrp.com; Barry Hodge, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Graphco
Technologies, Inc., 41 University Dr., Suite 205, Newtown, PA, 18940, Phone:
(215) 497-9170, Fax: (215) 497-9321, bhodge(at)graphcotech.com,
www.graphcotech.com
News release via Canada NewsWire, Toronto 416-863-9350
Copyright (C) 2001 CNW, All rights reserved
Level 3 Announces Agreement to Acquire Wholesale Dial-Up Access BusinessAssets From McLeodUSA-Acquisition Enables Level 3 to Provide Dial-Up InternetAccess Service In All 50 U.S. States; Up From 37 States
BROOMFIELD, Colo., Dec 7, 2001 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Level 3 Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq: LVLT) today announced it has reached an agreement to acquire the McLeodUSA Incorporated (Nasdaq: MCLD) wholesale dial-up access business assets (formerly Splitrock Services) for $55 million in cash consideration and the assumption of certain operating liabilities related to that business.
Under the terms of the agreement, the acquisition includes customer contracts, approximately 350 POPs (Points of Presence) across the U.S. and the related facilities, equipment and underlying circuits. In addition, the parties entered into certain operating agreements enabling McLeodUSA to continue to support its in-region customers. The acquisition enables Level 3 to provide managed modem service in all 50 states with a coverage area that includes 80 percent of the U.S. population, up from 37 states and 57 percent of the U.S. population.
"We expect our acquisition of the McLeodUSA dial-up access business assets to not only expand the geographic reach of our dial-up Internet access service, but also to increase our revenue opportunities with McLeodUSA`s existing wholesale customers," said Kevin O`Hara, Level 3`s president and chief operating officer. "We continue to believe that our strong financial position enables us to capitalize on strategic market opportunities as they arise."
Without giving effect to this transaction, Level 3 now handles more than 400 million dial-up Internet access calls per month for its ISP customers, representing more than 10 billion minutes of online usage every month from business and residential end-users over Level 3`s 10-gigabit-per-second MPLS network. A gigabit -- equivalent to one billion bits -- represents the amount of information that can be transmitted in one second. Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) is an Internet Protocol (IP) routing technology that allows Level 3 to streamline, simplify and lower the cost structure of its network management.
The transaction is subject to Hart-Scott-Rodino approval and customary closing conditions, and is expected to close during the first part of 2002.
BROOMFIELD, Colo., Dec 7, 2001 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Level 3 Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq: LVLT) today announced it has reached an agreement to acquire the McLeodUSA Incorporated (Nasdaq: MCLD) wholesale dial-up access business assets (formerly Splitrock Services) for $55 million in cash consideration and the assumption of certain operating liabilities related to that business.
Under the terms of the agreement, the acquisition includes customer contracts, approximately 350 POPs (Points of Presence) across the U.S. and the related facilities, equipment and underlying circuits. In addition, the parties entered into certain operating agreements enabling McLeodUSA to continue to support its in-region customers. The acquisition enables Level 3 to provide managed modem service in all 50 states with a coverage area that includes 80 percent of the U.S. population, up from 37 states and 57 percent of the U.S. population.
"We expect our acquisition of the McLeodUSA dial-up access business assets to not only expand the geographic reach of our dial-up Internet access service, but also to increase our revenue opportunities with McLeodUSA`s existing wholesale customers," said Kevin O`Hara, Level 3`s president and chief operating officer. "We continue to believe that our strong financial position enables us to capitalize on strategic market opportunities as they arise."
Without giving effect to this transaction, Level 3 now handles more than 400 million dial-up Internet access calls per month for its ISP customers, representing more than 10 billion minutes of online usage every month from business and residential end-users over Level 3`s 10-gigabit-per-second MPLS network. A gigabit -- equivalent to one billion bits -- represents the amount of information that can be transmitted in one second. Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) is an Internet Protocol (IP) routing technology that allows Level 3 to streamline, simplify and lower the cost structure of its network management.
The transaction is subject to Hart-Scott-Rodino approval and customary closing conditions, and is expected to close during the first part of 2002.
19:12:01 Reach übernimmt asiengeschäft von level 3. Die vollständige meldung www.finance-online.de mfg
Level 3 meldet velust für das 4 Quartal erwartet -1,68 prognose mit -1,24 besser wie erwartet www.finance-online.de mfg
Laut Wirtschaftswoche von heute ist die Überkapazität bei Glasfaserstrecken
mindestens für die nächsten 10 Jahre vorhanden.
Nach der Pleite von Global Crossing wird es die anderen wahrscheinlich auch
erwischen.
[/b]
Der irreführende Thread "... die Aktie hat großes Potential"
sollte daher nicht weitergeschrieben werden. Level 3 ist überschuldet
und hat zu geringe Einnahmen. Wie und ob es überleben kann, ist
völlig ungewiß. Ich würde diese Aktie momentan nicht anfassen und
sehe auf absehbare Zeit keine Kurserholung.
L E V E L 3
R.I.P.
mindestens für die nächsten 10 Jahre vorhanden.
Nach der Pleite von Global Crossing wird es die anderen wahrscheinlich auch
erwischen.
[/b]
Der irreführende Thread "... die Aktie hat großes Potential"
sollte daher nicht weitergeschrieben werden. Level 3 ist überschuldet
und hat zu geringe Einnahmen. Wie und ob es überleben kann, ist
völlig ungewiß. Ich würde diese Aktie momentan nicht anfassen und
sehe auf absehbare Zeit keine Kurserholung.
L E V E L 3
R.I.P.
Buy on bad news. Nach den Ereignissen vom 11.9.2001 werden videokonferenzen übers internet zunehmen.Die marktbereinigung durch einzelne pleiten seh ich eher possitiv für level 3 ,da sie gestärkt auf dem markt agieren können. Ob erst wie bei global crossing 15 milliarden dollar "verbrannt" werden müssen oder ob eine cooperation aller firmen sinnvoller wäre ist eine andere frage. mfg
lvlt kursziel 7 dollar 31.1.2002 infos www.aktiencheck.de
LVLT Prognosen & Übernahme www.finance-online.de mfg
Hallo Leute ,
wir waren selbst beim Ausbau von 7 Standorten von Level 3 beteiligt .
Die gut durchdachte Strategie ,Ausbauniveau ,Wahl der Standorte ,unabhäniges Netz etc .sind beste Basis für ein super Geschäft .
Kapitaldecke ist auch ok.
Breitband kommt -Gewinne kommen!!!
Viel Spaß ,wiel es jetzt stramm nach oben geht!!!
wir waren selbst beim Ausbau von 7 Standorten von Level 3 beteiligt .
Die gut durchdachte Strategie ,Ausbauniveau ,Wahl der Standorte ,unabhäniges Netz etc .sind beste Basis für ein super Geschäft .
Kapitaldecke ist auch ok.
Breitband kommt -Gewinne kommen!!!
Viel Spaß ,wiel es jetzt stramm nach oben geht!!!
Hi Snakepower,
das will ich auch schwer hoffen. Die eigentliche Befreiung kommt aber m.E. erst, wenn von Seiten der Gläubiger keine Gefahr mehr droht.
Toitoitoi
Paddel2
das will ich auch schwer hoffen. Die eigentliche Befreiung kommt aber m.E. erst, wenn von Seiten der Gläubiger keine Gefahr mehr droht.
Toitoitoi
Paddel2
Sehr ruhig hier .
Gibt`s keine news???
Gruß
Snakepower
Gibt`s keine news???
Gruß
Snakepower
Hallo guten morgen ,
gibt´s denn niemand mit neuen Info´s???
Der Kurs geht mir auf den S....!
Gruß
Snakepower
gibt´s denn niemand mit neuen Info´s???
Der Kurs geht mir auf den S....!
Gruß
Snakepower
Die interesannteste news ist schon etwas älter. lvlt kooperiert mit aol. Für das fortbestehen sehr wichtig. aol 32 mill user. Infos www.aktiencheck.de mfg
Spekulation: LVLT Wachstum durch Übernahmen.(Wallstreetjournal) www.finance-online.de 9.4.2002 mfg
Akquisition bei Level 3 , 2.5.2002 www.finance-online.de mfg
http://www.computerwoche.de/index.cfm?pageid=254&artid=34781…
Text zum Teil doppelt im Artikel. Warum auch immer...
Tja, wem soll man nun glauben...
M.
Text zum Teil doppelt im Artikel. Warum auch immer...
Tja, wem soll man nun glauben...
M.
Umts und Satellitenübertragungen sind zu Teuer und die Datenmengen nehmen zu.Level 3 hat Chancen wie im text erwähnt, Aufträge der Telekomms zubekommen. Die Datenautobahnen müssen nich ubedingt auf dem neusten Stand sein , sie müssen funktionieren. Es fand eine Marktbereinigung statt und Level 3 scheint sich als Big Player zu etablieren . mfg
Datum: 08.07. 11:18 Warren Buffett - Investment in Level 3
Warren Buffett´s Berkshire Hathaway wird 500 Millionen Dollar in Level 3 Communications investieren. Die offizielle Ankündigung, so der Bericht im Wall Street Journal, soll heute durchgeführt werden.
Buffett´s Unternehmen könnte mit der Investition in der angeschlagenen Telekomindustrie eine Welle der Konsolidierung auslösen. Mit einer Investition im Techsektor würde sich Berkshire Hathaway von der bisherigen Abneigung Tech- und Telekom-Unternehmen gegenüber abwenden.
Buffett sagte in einer Stellungnahme: "Liquide Resourcen und eine starke finanzielle Position sind in der heutigen Telekomindustrie sehr rare und wertvolle Aktiva. Level 3 hat beides."
Der Großteil der Investition wird laut dem WSJ von Longleaf Pertners Funds, einem Fonds von Southeastern Asset Management, durchgeführt. Ein weiterer Investor wird Legg Mason Funds Management sein, die bereits 5 Prozent der Aktien halten. Situationsbetrauten Personen zufolge zeigten sich alle Investoren gewillt, ihre Position in Zukunft weiter auszubauen.
James Crowe, der CEO von Level 3, wies darauf hin, dass in Kürze bereits Akquisitionen geplant seien, Details wollte er aber für sich behalten. "Unsere Investoren wären enttäuscht von uns, wenn wir nicht schnell handeln, um die uns gebotenen Möglichkeiten zu nutzen," sagt er. Der beispiellose Tumult in der Industrie, fügt Crowe hinzu, sei geradezu einladend für jene, die bereit sind, Aktiva im Sektor zuzukaufen.
Die im US-Bundesstaat Colorado beheimatete Level 3 hat Milliardensummen in den Bau eines weltumspannenden 18,500 Meilen großen Glasfasernetzwerk installiert. Dem Verbraucher mag das Unternehmen selbst unbekannt sein, da die Hauptabnehmer der Dienste große Unternehmen sind, die ihrerseits Services an Unternehmen oder Konsumenten anbieten.
Crowe wird sich nach Unternehmen umschauen, die sich bereits in einem Insolvenzverfahren befinden oder kurz davor stehen, eines zu beantragen. Dabei wird er die Zahl der Kunden mehr werten, als die Größe der Netzwerke, von denen er bereits genügend habe, hieß es.
Zusätzlich zu dem bereits genannten Investment wird Longleaf Partner Funds Wandelanleihen im Wert von 300 Millionen Dollar kaufen. Berkshire Hathaway wird sich mit 100 Millionen Dollar und Legg Mason mit ebenfalls 100 Millionen Dollar in die Anleihen einkaufen, die eine Laufzeit von 10 Jahren haben und mit 9 Prozent verzinst werden. Der Zinssatz ist für Telekomanleihen relativ niedrig, allerdings können die Anleihen jederzeit in Stammaktien von Level 3 zu einem Kurs von 3.41 Dollar umgewandelt werden. Der aktuelle Kurs der Level 3 Aktie liegt bei 2.89 Dollar, die Aktien schlossen am Freitag 12.45 Prozent im Plus.
© Godmode-Trader.de
Warren Buffett´s Berkshire Hathaway wird 500 Millionen Dollar in Level 3 Communications investieren. Die offizielle Ankündigung, so der Bericht im Wall Street Journal, soll heute durchgeführt werden.
Buffett´s Unternehmen könnte mit der Investition in der angeschlagenen Telekomindustrie eine Welle der Konsolidierung auslösen. Mit einer Investition im Techsektor würde sich Berkshire Hathaway von der bisherigen Abneigung Tech- und Telekom-Unternehmen gegenüber abwenden.
Buffett sagte in einer Stellungnahme: "Liquide Resourcen und eine starke finanzielle Position sind in der heutigen Telekomindustrie sehr rare und wertvolle Aktiva. Level 3 hat beides."
Der Großteil der Investition wird laut dem WSJ von Longleaf Pertners Funds, einem Fonds von Southeastern Asset Management, durchgeführt. Ein weiterer Investor wird Legg Mason Funds Management sein, die bereits 5 Prozent der Aktien halten. Situationsbetrauten Personen zufolge zeigten sich alle Investoren gewillt, ihre Position in Zukunft weiter auszubauen.
James Crowe, der CEO von Level 3, wies darauf hin, dass in Kürze bereits Akquisitionen geplant seien, Details wollte er aber für sich behalten. "Unsere Investoren wären enttäuscht von uns, wenn wir nicht schnell handeln, um die uns gebotenen Möglichkeiten zu nutzen," sagt er. Der beispiellose Tumult in der Industrie, fügt Crowe hinzu, sei geradezu einladend für jene, die bereit sind, Aktiva im Sektor zuzukaufen.
Die im US-Bundesstaat Colorado beheimatete Level 3 hat Milliardensummen in den Bau eines weltumspannenden 18,500 Meilen großen Glasfasernetzwerk installiert. Dem Verbraucher mag das Unternehmen selbst unbekannt sein, da die Hauptabnehmer der Dienste große Unternehmen sind, die ihrerseits Services an Unternehmen oder Konsumenten anbieten.
Crowe wird sich nach Unternehmen umschauen, die sich bereits in einem Insolvenzverfahren befinden oder kurz davor stehen, eines zu beantragen. Dabei wird er die Zahl der Kunden mehr werten, als die Größe der Netzwerke, von denen er bereits genügend habe, hieß es.
Zusätzlich zu dem bereits genannten Investment wird Longleaf Partner Funds Wandelanleihen im Wert von 300 Millionen Dollar kaufen. Berkshire Hathaway wird sich mit 100 Millionen Dollar und Legg Mason mit ebenfalls 100 Millionen Dollar in die Anleihen einkaufen, die eine Laufzeit von 10 Jahren haben und mit 9 Prozent verzinst werden. Der Zinssatz ist für Telekomanleihen relativ niedrig, allerdings können die Anleihen jederzeit in Stammaktien von Level 3 zu einem Kurs von 3.41 Dollar umgewandelt werden. Der aktuelle Kurs der Level 3 Aktie liegt bei 2.89 Dollar, die Aktien schlossen am Freitag 12.45 Prozent im Plus.
© Godmode-Trader.de
www.level3.com www.aktiencheck.de mfg
Umsatzverdreifachung zum Vorjahr(über 1 Milliarde)!!! -Verlust geringer als erwartet. mfg
Level wird 2003 die Gewinnzone ereichen. Kursziel Kaufmanbrothers 11 Dollar. mfg
Lvlt kooperiert mit Ebay www.finance-online.de mfg
Gibt es noch überlebende Aktionäre ? 
Sieht doch wieder besser aus:
Sieht doch wieder besser aus:
Level 3 ernennt Cfo Nachfolger und bestätigt Prognosen (4 Milliarden Jahresumsatz) www.finance-online.de mfg
Zahlen und Conf. Call heute 11 Uhr Eastern Time = 16 Uhr MESZ
Level 3 erreicht Gewinnzone ! www.finance-online.de mfg
Na, es wird doch langsam
Ok, der Eurokurs
Ok, kaum Handel in D
Aber kann ja noch werden...
Danke, Warren.
es geht voran..........
Aha, ich wußte doch, dass etwas "im Busch" ist.
"Longleaf Partners Funds, Berkshire Hathaway, Legg Mason Convert 9% Notes Into Level 3 Common Stock
Level 3`s Long-Term Debt Reduced by $457 Million Notes Converted Into 161 Million Shares
BROOMFIELD, Colo., Jun 19, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Level 3 Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq: LVLT) announced today that Longleaf Partners Funds, Berkshire Hathaway Inc., and Legg Mason, Inc. have converted all of their outstanding 9% junior convertible subordinated notes due 2012 into shares of Level 3 common stock. Level 3 raised $500 million from the three institutional investors last year, in part to pursue acquisition opportunities in the communications industry.
The conversion reduces Level 3`s long-term debt by $457 million and generates cash interest savings for the company of approximately $41 million per year. In connection with the conversion, Level 3 is issuing approximately 161 million shares of Level 3 common stock in aggregate to the three investors. Of the original $500 million, $43 million had previously been converted.
"The investment in Level 3 by Longleaf Partners, Berkshire Hathaway and Legg Mason has helped position us as a high quality, financially stable partner to our customers," said James Q. Crowe, Level 3`s chief executive officer. "We are pleased they have agreed to convert these debt holdings into Level 3 equity, and look forward to our continuing relationship."
O. Mason Hawkins, chairman and chief executive officer of Southeastern Asset Management, adviser to Longleaf Partners Funds, said, "We continue to believe Level 3 is well positioned to take advantage of consolidation opportunities in the telecommunications arena. The company continues to strengthen its balance sheet and position itself as a leader in the communication industry."
Level 3 announced the original investment on July 8, 2002. Longleaf Partners Funds purchased $300 million of the junior convertible subordinated notes; Berkshire Hathaway purchased $100 million; and Legg Mason purchased $100 million. The notes, which would have matured in 2012 and were non- callable until 2007, paid 9% cash interest. The notes were convertible at the option of the holders into approximately 147 million shares of Level 3 common stock at any time at a conversion price of $3.41, subject to certain adjustments.
As previously disclosed, $43 million of the notes were converted into approximately 13 million shares prior to today`s transaction. The 161 million shares being issued under the transaction announced today includes a premium of 27 million shares to induce the conversion of the notes at this time.
"This transaction is consistent with our previously announced financial strategies," said Sunit S. Patel, Level 3`s chief financial officer. "It allows us to further de-leverage our balance sheet and reduce interest payments, while increasing the equity capitalization of the company."
At March 31, 2003, Level 3 had $6.3 billion of long-term indebtedness, which included the current portion of long-term debt. On a pro-forma basis for this conversion, Level 3 had long-term indebtedness of approximately $5.8 billion and approximately 623 million outstanding shares of common stock.
About Level 3 Communications
Level 3 (Nasdaq: LVLT) is an international communications and information services company. The company operates one of the largest Internet backbones in the world, is one of the largest providers of wholesale dial-up service to ISPs in North America and is the primary provider of Internet connectivity for millions of broadband subscribers, through its cable and DSL partners. The company offers a wide range of communications services over its 20,000-mile broadband fiber optic network including Internet Protocol (IP) services, broadband transport, colocation services, Genuity managed services, and patented Softswitch-based managed modem and voice services. Its Web address is www.Level3.com .
The company offers information services through its subsidiaries, (i)Structure and Software Spectrum. For additional information, visit their respective web sites at www.softwarespectrum.com , and www.i-structure.com .
Forward Looking Statement
Some of the statements made by Level 3 in this press release are forward- looking in nature. Actual results may differ materially from those projected in forward-looking statements. Level 3 believes that its primary risk factors include, but are not limited to: changes in the overall economy relating to, among other things, the September 11 attacks and subsequent events, the challenges of integration, substantial capital requirements; development of effective internal processes and systems; the ability to attract and retain high quality employees; technology; the number and size of competitors in its markets; law and regulatory policy; and the mix of products and services offered in the company`s target markets. Additional information concerning these and other important factors can be found within Level 3`s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Statements in this release should be evaluated in light of these important factors.
SOURCE Level 3 Communications, Inc."
"Longleaf Partners Funds, Berkshire Hathaway, Legg Mason Convert 9% Notes Into Level 3 Common Stock
Level 3`s Long-Term Debt Reduced by $457 Million Notes Converted Into 161 Million Shares
BROOMFIELD, Colo., Jun 19, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Level 3 Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq: LVLT) announced today that Longleaf Partners Funds, Berkshire Hathaway Inc., and Legg Mason, Inc. have converted all of their outstanding 9% junior convertible subordinated notes due 2012 into shares of Level 3 common stock. Level 3 raised $500 million from the three institutional investors last year, in part to pursue acquisition opportunities in the communications industry.
The conversion reduces Level 3`s long-term debt by $457 million and generates cash interest savings for the company of approximately $41 million per year. In connection with the conversion, Level 3 is issuing approximately 161 million shares of Level 3 common stock in aggregate to the three investors. Of the original $500 million, $43 million had previously been converted.
"The investment in Level 3 by Longleaf Partners, Berkshire Hathaway and Legg Mason has helped position us as a high quality, financially stable partner to our customers," said James Q. Crowe, Level 3`s chief executive officer. "We are pleased they have agreed to convert these debt holdings into Level 3 equity, and look forward to our continuing relationship."
O. Mason Hawkins, chairman and chief executive officer of Southeastern Asset Management, adviser to Longleaf Partners Funds, said, "We continue to believe Level 3 is well positioned to take advantage of consolidation opportunities in the telecommunications arena. The company continues to strengthen its balance sheet and position itself as a leader in the communication industry."
Level 3 announced the original investment on July 8, 2002. Longleaf Partners Funds purchased $300 million of the junior convertible subordinated notes; Berkshire Hathaway purchased $100 million; and Legg Mason purchased $100 million. The notes, which would have matured in 2012 and were non- callable until 2007, paid 9% cash interest. The notes were convertible at the option of the holders into approximately 147 million shares of Level 3 common stock at any time at a conversion price of $3.41, subject to certain adjustments.
As previously disclosed, $43 million of the notes were converted into approximately 13 million shares prior to today`s transaction. The 161 million shares being issued under the transaction announced today includes a premium of 27 million shares to induce the conversion of the notes at this time.
"This transaction is consistent with our previously announced financial strategies," said Sunit S. Patel, Level 3`s chief financial officer. "It allows us to further de-leverage our balance sheet and reduce interest payments, while increasing the equity capitalization of the company."
At March 31, 2003, Level 3 had $6.3 billion of long-term indebtedness, which included the current portion of long-term debt. On a pro-forma basis for this conversion, Level 3 had long-term indebtedness of approximately $5.8 billion and approximately 623 million outstanding shares of common stock.
About Level 3 Communications
Level 3 (Nasdaq: LVLT) is an international communications and information services company. The company operates one of the largest Internet backbones in the world, is one of the largest providers of wholesale dial-up service to ISPs in North America and is the primary provider of Internet connectivity for millions of broadband subscribers, through its cable and DSL partners. The company offers a wide range of communications services over its 20,000-mile broadband fiber optic network including Internet Protocol (IP) services, broadband transport, colocation services, Genuity managed services, and patented Softswitch-based managed modem and voice services. Its Web address is www.Level3.com .
The company offers information services through its subsidiaries, (i)Structure and Software Spectrum. For additional information, visit their respective web sites at www.softwarespectrum.com , and www.i-structure.com .
Forward Looking Statement
Some of the statements made by Level 3 in this press release are forward- looking in nature. Actual results may differ materially from those projected in forward-looking statements. Level 3 believes that its primary risk factors include, but are not limited to: changes in the overall economy relating to, among other things, the September 11 attacks and subsequent events, the challenges of integration, substantial capital requirements; development of effective internal processes and systems; the ability to attract and retain high quality employees; technology; the number and size of competitors in its markets; law and regulatory policy; and the mix of products and services offered in the company`s target markets. Additional information concerning these and other important factors can be found within Level 3`s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Statements in this release should be evaluated in light of these important factors.
SOURCE Level 3 Communications, Inc."
Autsch !
Was war das denn heute ? Minus 10% !
Was war das denn heute ? Minus 10% !
Quartalsahlen www.finance-online.de Euro am Sonntag erwähnte lvlt als am schnellsten wachsende Firma mfg
manche legen sich jetzt mal ein paar stück ins depot legen. denn (imo) der boden ist erreicht. verkauft wird, wenn buffet und co keine lust mehr dran haben - da könnte dann ne spitzenrente geben.
viele grüße
gourmet
viele grüße
gourmet
Short-Rate ist ziemlich gefallen...
Dann kann es ja wieder aufwärts gehen.
Was für eine Scheissaktie
Dann kann es ja wieder aufwärts gehen.
Was für eine Scheissaktie
sag sowas nicht,
hier wird imo gerade die bodenplatte für einen schönen anstieg zementiert (aus meiner sicht in 2-3 jahren > 20 $ möglich). als beispiel ziehe ich da gerne expedia ran - was habe ich zunächst geflucht als sie nach dem einstieg von microsoft abgetaucht sind. im anschließenden anstieg konnte man dafür schön verbilligen (achtung: microsoft ist vor kurzem wieder raus).
viele grüße
gourmet
hier wird imo gerade die bodenplatte für einen schönen anstieg zementiert (aus meiner sicht in 2-3 jahren > 20 $ möglich). als beispiel ziehe ich da gerne expedia ran - was habe ich zunächst geflucht als sie nach dem einstieg von microsoft abgetaucht sind. im anschließenden anstieg konnte man dafür schön verbilligen (achtung: microsoft ist vor kurzem wieder raus).
viele grüße
gourmet
Ok gourmet,
der Ansicht bin ich ja auch, WENN, ja WENN sie die Durststecke finanziell überleben.
Ärgere mich nur, dass ich den Absprung verpasst habe, um unten wieder einzusteigen.
Wegen Urlaub und Blödheit
Verdammt !
der Ansicht bin ich ja auch, WENN, ja WENN sie die Durststecke finanziell überleben.
Ärgere mich nur, dass ich den Absprung verpasst habe, um unten wieder einzusteigen.
Wegen Urlaub und Blödheit
Verdammt !
ups - eine "kleinigkeit" habe ich da übersehen (wurde vor 1 woche veröffentlicht):
Buffett listed no holdings in Level 3 Communications (NasdaqNM:LVLT - News) or DST Systems Inc (NYSEST - News), after reporting holding shares in both at the end of March. He listed a higher number of shares held in Comdisco Holding Co. (OTC BB:CDCO.OB - News) and Wells Fargo & Co (NYSE:WFC - News).
buffet scheint zum trader zu werden - seinen anteil in cdco.ob hat er erhöht - die aktie stand vor 2-3 wochen noch bei 40-50 $, heute bei 115 $, da sie vor 2 wochen (achtung festhalten !) eine dividende von 46 $ angekündigt haben (stichtag ist heute) ergibt sich folgende rechnung: buffet hat gerademal soviel bezahlt wie die dividendenausschüttung, der rest (morgen mit abschlag) ist sein gewinn.
zu level 3: heute wollte ich eigentlich die erste pos. kaufen (lvlt ist überverkauft) aber nach der pr lasse ich erstmal die finger weg.
viele grüße
gourmet
Buffett listed no holdings in Level 3 Communications (NasdaqNM:LVLT - News) or DST Systems Inc (NYSE
ST - News), after reporting holding shares in both at the end of March. He listed a higher number of shares held in Comdisco Holding Co. (OTC BB:CDCO.OB - News) and Wells Fargo & Co (NYSE:WFC - News). buffet scheint zum trader zu werden - seinen anteil in cdco.ob hat er erhöht - die aktie stand vor 2-3 wochen noch bei 40-50 $, heute bei 115 $, da sie vor 2 wochen (achtung festhalten !) eine dividende von 46 $ angekündigt haben (stichtag ist heute) ergibt sich folgende rechnung: buffet hat gerademal soviel bezahlt wie die dividendenausschüttung, der rest (morgen mit abschlag) ist sein gewinn.
zu level 3: heute wollte ich eigentlich die erste pos. kaufen (lvlt ist überverkauft) aber nach der pr lasse ich erstmal die finger weg.
viele grüße
gourmet
gourmet:
Diese Info ist schon, ich glaube, drei Wochen bekannt.
Daher ging es auch u. a. so weit runter.
Die Quartalszahlen wurden dann nochmals zum Abladen genutzt.
Es waren ja immerhin damals 50 Mio Stück short.
Jetzt sind es nur noch 38 Mio.
Übrigen haben gerade jetzt Firmeninsider wieder ein paar Stücke gekauft, während in den vergangenen Monate auch die abgeladen hatten.
Hmmm, sei es, wie es sei.
Warten wir mal ab.
Grüße, M.
Diese Info ist schon, ich glaube, drei Wochen bekannt.
Daher ging es auch u. a. so weit runter.
Die Quartalszahlen wurden dann nochmals zum Abladen genutzt.
Es waren ja immerhin damals 50 Mio Stück short.
Jetzt sind es nur noch 38 Mio.
Übrigen haben gerade jetzt Firmeninsider wieder ein paar Stücke gekauft, während in den vergangenen Monate auch die abgeladen hatten.
Hmmm, sei es, wie es sei.
Warten wir mal ab.
Grüße, M.
unter www.finanznachrichten.de stehen einige News -mein Kursziel ist auch 20 Dollar.mfg
sch..., da war ich gestern wohl zu vorsichtig.
good luck
gourmet
good luck
gourmet
Tja, gourmet,
der Stock ist unkalkulierbar
Daher auch nur Spielgeld investieren und alles nicht zu ernst nehmen.
der Stock ist unkalkulierbar
Daher auch nur Spielgeld investieren und alles nicht zu ernst nehmen.
Nette Aktie, gelle ??
Ideal für Shorties und "normale" Börsenspieler, um Geld zu verdienen. - Kein Gewinn, massenhaft Verbindlichkeiten.
Immer dann, wenn auf z. B. "Island" die ANZAHL der Orders im Bid höher als im Ask waren, ging es aufwärts.
Nicht kontinuierlich den Tag über, nein, eher in Schüben...
So eine Zeit haben wir gerade wieder einmal.
Warum nur................
Scheissaktie
Ideal für Shorties und "normale" Börsenspieler, um Geld zu verdienen. - Kein Gewinn, massenhaft Verbindlichkeiten.
Immer dann, wenn auf z. B. "Island" die ANZAHL der Orders im Bid höher als im Ask waren, ging es aufwärts.
Nicht kontinuierlich den Tag über, nein, eher in Schüben...
So eine Zeit haben wir gerade wieder einmal.
Warum nur................
Scheissaktie
Die Aktie ist ein klarer Kauf, die emittierte Wandelanleihe soll eventuell zu Zukäufen genutzt werden. Wer keinen Gewinn ausweist muß auch nichts versteuern. In China wird eine verzwanzigfachung der Breitbandanschlüße erwartet. Ähnliches Potiental ist sicher auch in den USA. mfg
London, September 4 /PRNewswire/ -- - London-based voice carrier buys private line service from Level 3, linking three key European markets
Level 3 Communications, Inc. today announced that it has signed an agreement to provide network services to WaveCrest UK Ltd.
Under the terms of the agreement, Level 3 will provide WaveCrest with high-speed private line circuits linking London, Paris and Frankfurt to support the company``s voice business on the continent.
"We chose Level 3 because its broadband infrastructure offers the premium performance and scalability we require to continue providing our customers with the highest quality voice services at competitive prices," said Phil Anderson, CEO of WaveCrest UK Ltd.
"We are very pleased that WaveCrest has chosen to partner with Level 3," stated Brady Rafuse, president of Level 3 in Europe. "We look forward to helping them deliver high-quality international voice services to their growing customer base."
Level 3 provides dedicated point-to-point private line service to and from 78 markets in Europe and North America, at speeds ranging from DS-3 to STM-16/OC-48. The company``s SONET and SDH backbone architecture and four-fibre BLSR design provide full path protection and route diversity. Level 3``s proprietary ONTAP technology allows delivery of on-net private line and wavelength circuits to customers within 10 days of order.
About WaveCrest
WaveCrest is a global communications service provider offering wholesale and retail voice services. WaveCrest operates a pan-European switched voice network with direct connections to the Americas, Asia and Eastern Europe. The company purchased Interoute``s wholesale voice business in November 2002, and First National Telecom Services retail calling card business in May this year. For further information, please visit http://www.wavecrestcom.com/ .
About Level 3 Communications
Level 3 is an international communications and information services company. The company operates one of the largest Internet backbones in the world, is one of the largest providers of wholesale dial-up service to ISPs in North America and is the primary provider of Internet connectivity for millions of broadband subscribers, through its cable and DSL partners. The company offers a wide range of communications services over its 22,500-mile broadband fibre optic network including Internet Protocol (IP) services, broadband transport, collocation services, and patented Softswitch-based managed modem and voice services. Its Web address is http://www.level3.com/.
The company offers information services through its subsidiaries, (i)Structure and Software Spectrum. For additional information, visit their respective Web sites at http://www.softwarespectrum.com/ , and http://www.i-structure.com/ .
ONTAP is a service mark of Level 3 Communications, Inc.
....
© PR Newswire
Level 3 Communications, Inc. today announced that it has signed an agreement to provide network services to WaveCrest UK Ltd.
Under the terms of the agreement, Level 3 will provide WaveCrest with high-speed private line circuits linking London, Paris and Frankfurt to support the company``s voice business on the continent.
"We chose Level 3 because its broadband infrastructure offers the premium performance and scalability we require to continue providing our customers with the highest quality voice services at competitive prices," said Phil Anderson, CEO of WaveCrest UK Ltd.
"We are very pleased that WaveCrest has chosen to partner with Level 3," stated Brady Rafuse, president of Level 3 in Europe. "We look forward to helping them deliver high-quality international voice services to their growing customer base."
Level 3 provides dedicated point-to-point private line service to and from 78 markets in Europe and North America, at speeds ranging from DS-3 to STM-16/OC-48. The company``s SONET and SDH backbone architecture and four-fibre BLSR design provide full path protection and route diversity. Level 3``s proprietary ONTAP technology allows delivery of on-net private line and wavelength circuits to customers within 10 days of order.
About WaveCrest
WaveCrest is a global communications service provider offering wholesale and retail voice services. WaveCrest operates a pan-European switched voice network with direct connections to the Americas, Asia and Eastern Europe. The company purchased Interoute``s wholesale voice business in November 2002, and First National Telecom Services retail calling card business in May this year. For further information, please visit http://www.wavecrestcom.com/ .
About Level 3 Communications
Level 3 is an international communications and information services company. The company operates one of the largest Internet backbones in the world, is one of the largest providers of wholesale dial-up service to ISPs in North America and is the primary provider of Internet connectivity for millions of broadband subscribers, through its cable and DSL partners. The company offers a wide range of communications services over its 22,500-mile broadband fibre optic network including Internet Protocol (IP) services, broadband transport, collocation services, and patented Softswitch-based managed modem and voice services. Its Web address is http://www.level3.com/.
The company offers information services through its subsidiaries, (i)Structure and Software Spectrum. For additional information, visit their respective Web sites at http://www.softwarespectrum.com/ , and http://www.i-structure.com/ .
ONTAP is a service mark of Level 3 Communications, Inc.
....
© PR Newswire
News Release
Thursday 4 September 2003,
Level 3 stellt Netzwerkdienste für WaveCrest UK Limited bereit
London, September 4 /PRNewswire/ -- - Der Kommunikationsdienstleister aus London verbindet drei wichtige Märkte in Europa durch den Kauf von Privatleitungsdiensten von Level 3
Level 3 Communications, Inc. gab heute bekannt, dass es einen Vertrag zur Bereitstellung von Netzwerkdiensten mit WaveCrest UK Ltd unterzeichnet habe.
Danach wird Level 3 private Hochgeschwindigkeitsleitungen für WaveCrest zwischen London, Paris und Frankfurt bereitstellen, um die Sprachdienste des Unternehmens auf dem Kontinent zu unterstützen.
"Wir haben uns für Level 3 entschieden, da die hohe Leistungsfähigkeit und Flexibilität seiner Breitbandinfrastruktur es uns möglich macht, unseren Kunden erstklassige Sprachdienste zu konkurrenzfähigen Preisen zu bieten", erklärt Phil Anderson, CEO von WaveCrest UK Ltd.
"Wir sind stolz auf die neue Partnerschaft zwischen WaveCrest und Level 3", bestätigt Brady Rafuse, Präsident von Level 3 in Europa. "Wir freuen uns, ihnen dabei helfen zu können, ihrem wachsenden Kundenstamm internationale Sprachdienste hoher Qualität zu liefern."
Level 3 stellt dedizierte private Punkt-zu-Punkt-Leitungdienste zu und von 78 Märkten in Europa und Nordamerika mit Übertragungsgeschwindigkeiten für DS-3 bis STM-16/OC-48 bereit. Die SONET- und SDH-Backbone-Architektur des Unternehmens und das BLSR-Design mit vier Fasern liefern vollen Pfadschutz und flexible Leitwegverwaltung. Dank der von Level 3 entwickelten ONTAP-Technologie können mit dem Netz verknüpfte Privatleitungs- und Wellenlängenschaltungen innerhalb von 10 Tagen nach Bestellung bereitgestellt werden.
Über WaveCrest
WaveCrest ist ein globaler Kommunikationsdienstleister, der Sprachdienste auf Groß- und Einzelhandelsebene anbietet. WaveCrest betreibt ein gesamteuropäisches vermitteltes Sprachnetzwerk mit Direktverbindungen nach Nord- und Südamerika, Asien und Osteuropa. Das Unternehmen kaufte den Sprachdienst-Geschäftsbereich von Interoute im November 2002 sowie das Telefonwertkartengeschäft von First National Telecom Services im Mai dieses Jahres auf. Weitere Informationen sind auf der Website des Unternehmens unter http://www.wavecrest.com/ erhältlich.
Über Level 3 Communications
Level 3 ist ein internationaler Kommunikations- und Informationsdienstleister. Das Unternehmen betreibt einen der größten Internet-Backbones in der Welt und ist darüber hinaus der größte Anbieter von Einwähldiensten für Internet-Provider in Nordamerika. Außerdem ist das Unternehmen über seine Kabel- und DSL-Dienstanbieter der wichtigste Provider von Internetanschlüssen für Millionen von Breitbandkunden. Über sein mehr als 36.000 km langes Breitband-Glasfasernetz bietet das Unternehmen ein breites Spektrum an Kommunikationsdiensten wie Internetprotokoll- (IP)-Services, Breitbandübertragung, Collocation-Services und patentierte Softswitch-basierte verwaltete Modem- und Sprachdienste. Seine Internet-Adresse lautet http://www.level3.com/.
Das Unternehmen bietet Informationsdienste über seine Tochtergesellschaften, (i)Structure und Software Spectrum an. Nähere Informationen sind auf ihren Websites - http://www.softwarespectrum.com/ und http://www.i-structure.com/ - erhältlich.
ONTAP ist eine Servicemarke von Level 3 Communications, Inc.
Distributed by PR Newswire on behalf of Level 3 Communications, Inc.
Thursday 4 September 2003,
Level 3 stellt Netzwerkdienste für WaveCrest UK Limited bereit
London, September 4 /PRNewswire/ -- - Der Kommunikationsdienstleister aus London verbindet drei wichtige Märkte in Europa durch den Kauf von Privatleitungsdiensten von Level 3
Level 3 Communications, Inc. gab heute bekannt, dass es einen Vertrag zur Bereitstellung von Netzwerkdiensten mit WaveCrest UK Ltd unterzeichnet habe.
Danach wird Level 3 private Hochgeschwindigkeitsleitungen für WaveCrest zwischen London, Paris und Frankfurt bereitstellen, um die Sprachdienste des Unternehmens auf dem Kontinent zu unterstützen.
"Wir haben uns für Level 3 entschieden, da die hohe Leistungsfähigkeit und Flexibilität seiner Breitbandinfrastruktur es uns möglich macht, unseren Kunden erstklassige Sprachdienste zu konkurrenzfähigen Preisen zu bieten", erklärt Phil Anderson, CEO von WaveCrest UK Ltd.
"Wir sind stolz auf die neue Partnerschaft zwischen WaveCrest und Level 3", bestätigt Brady Rafuse, Präsident von Level 3 in Europa. "Wir freuen uns, ihnen dabei helfen zu können, ihrem wachsenden Kundenstamm internationale Sprachdienste hoher Qualität zu liefern."
Level 3 stellt dedizierte private Punkt-zu-Punkt-Leitungdienste zu und von 78 Märkten in Europa und Nordamerika mit Übertragungsgeschwindigkeiten für DS-3 bis STM-16/OC-48 bereit. Die SONET- und SDH-Backbone-Architektur des Unternehmens und das BLSR-Design mit vier Fasern liefern vollen Pfadschutz und flexible Leitwegverwaltung. Dank der von Level 3 entwickelten ONTAP-Technologie können mit dem Netz verknüpfte Privatleitungs- und Wellenlängenschaltungen innerhalb von 10 Tagen nach Bestellung bereitgestellt werden.
Über WaveCrest
WaveCrest ist ein globaler Kommunikationsdienstleister, der Sprachdienste auf Groß- und Einzelhandelsebene anbietet. WaveCrest betreibt ein gesamteuropäisches vermitteltes Sprachnetzwerk mit Direktverbindungen nach Nord- und Südamerika, Asien und Osteuropa. Das Unternehmen kaufte den Sprachdienst-Geschäftsbereich von Interoute im November 2002 sowie das Telefonwertkartengeschäft von First National Telecom Services im Mai dieses Jahres auf. Weitere Informationen sind auf der Website des Unternehmens unter http://www.wavecrest.com/ erhältlich.
Über Level 3 Communications
Level 3 ist ein internationaler Kommunikations- und Informationsdienstleister. Das Unternehmen betreibt einen der größten Internet-Backbones in der Welt und ist darüber hinaus der größte Anbieter von Einwähldiensten für Internet-Provider in Nordamerika. Außerdem ist das Unternehmen über seine Kabel- und DSL-Dienstanbieter der wichtigste Provider von Internetanschlüssen für Millionen von Breitbandkunden. Über sein mehr als 36.000 km langes Breitband-Glasfasernetz bietet das Unternehmen ein breites Spektrum an Kommunikationsdiensten wie Internetprotokoll- (IP)-Services, Breitbandübertragung, Collocation-Services und patentierte Softswitch-basierte verwaltete Modem- und Sprachdienste. Seine Internet-Adresse lautet http://www.level3.com/.
Das Unternehmen bietet Informationsdienste über seine Tochtergesellschaften, (i)Structure und Software Spectrum an. Nähere Informationen sind auf ihren Websites - http://www.softwarespectrum.com/ und http://www.i-structure.com/ - erhältlich.
ONTAP ist eine Servicemarke von Level 3 Communications, Inc.
Distributed by PR Newswire on behalf of Level 3 Communications, Inc.
News www.finanznachrichten.de mfg
Level 3 News und infos zur Firma www.level3.com mfg
www.wallstreet-online.de News:Level 3 Gewinnwarnung und begibt Wandelanleihe zur Schuldentilgung. Die Gewinnwarnung eine bad News, die Umschuldung auf aktuellen Zinsniveau werte ich possitiv. Die 4 Dollar sollten halten. mfg
4 Euro -- 4,5 Dollar sollten halten. mfg
Quelle: finanzen net
"Berkshire Hathaway hält 19,9 Millionen Aktien an Level 3
24.09.2003 09:32:00
Die amerikanische Investmentgesellschaft Berkshire Hathaway Inc. war Ende Juni dieses Jahres im Besitz von knapp 19,9 Millionen Aktien des Telekom-Konzerns Level 3 Communications Inc., teilte die Investmentgesellschaft im Rahmen eines Schreibens an die amerikanischen Wertpapieraufsichtsbehörde SEC mit.
Berkshire musste die Angaben bezüglich des genauen Besitzanteils an Level 3 im Rahmen einer Veröffentlichung bei der SEC nachreichen, nachdem die Aufsichtsbehörde die zuvor beantragte, vertrauliche Behandlung von Angaben bezüglich des Investmentanteils von Berkshire bei bestimmten Beteiligungen Anfang dieses Monats abgelehnt hatte.
Im Juli 2002 hatte Berkshire Hathaway, welche von dem amerikanischen Multimilliardär Warren Buffett geführt wird, gemeinsam mit zwei weiteren Vermögensverwaltern der Gesellschaften Longleaf Partners und Legg Mason Inc. insgesamt 500 Mio. Dollar in Level 3 investiert.
Im Mai dieses Jahres hatte Berkshire der SEC mitgeteilt, das die Investmentholding 879.000 Aktien an Level 3 hält.
Die Aktie von Level 3 schloss am Dienstag an der NASDAQ mit einem Plus von 0,63 Prozent bei 4,79 Dollar, Berkshire Hathaway konnte an der NYSE um 0,15 Prozent auf 75.900 Dollar zulegen."
Und nun wird wieder wie blöde gekauft...
Irgendwas verstehe ich hier nicht.
In obiger Meldung wird verkündet, Ende Juni habe er die Aktien besessen.
Im Artikel vom 14.08. http://www.finanzen.net/news/news_detail.asp?NewsNr=137870 heisst es, er besitze keine mehr.
Dann kaufen also alle aufgrund einer mißverständlichen Meldung ???
In USA ca. 8 % im Plus...
Seltsam.
"Berkshire Hathaway hält 19,9 Millionen Aktien an Level 3
24.09.2003 09:32:00
Die amerikanische Investmentgesellschaft Berkshire Hathaway Inc. war Ende Juni dieses Jahres im Besitz von knapp 19,9 Millionen Aktien des Telekom-Konzerns Level 3 Communications Inc., teilte die Investmentgesellschaft im Rahmen eines Schreibens an die amerikanischen Wertpapieraufsichtsbehörde SEC mit.
Berkshire musste die Angaben bezüglich des genauen Besitzanteils an Level 3 im Rahmen einer Veröffentlichung bei der SEC nachreichen, nachdem die Aufsichtsbehörde die zuvor beantragte, vertrauliche Behandlung von Angaben bezüglich des Investmentanteils von Berkshire bei bestimmten Beteiligungen Anfang dieses Monats abgelehnt hatte.
Im Juli 2002 hatte Berkshire Hathaway, welche von dem amerikanischen Multimilliardär Warren Buffett geführt wird, gemeinsam mit zwei weiteren Vermögensverwaltern der Gesellschaften Longleaf Partners und Legg Mason Inc. insgesamt 500 Mio. Dollar in Level 3 investiert.
Im Mai dieses Jahres hatte Berkshire der SEC mitgeteilt, das die Investmentholding 879.000 Aktien an Level 3 hält.
Die Aktie von Level 3 schloss am Dienstag an der NASDAQ mit einem Plus von 0,63 Prozent bei 4,79 Dollar, Berkshire Hathaway konnte an der NYSE um 0,15 Prozent auf 75.900 Dollar zulegen."
Und nun wird wieder wie blöde gekauft...
Irgendwas verstehe ich hier nicht.
In obiger Meldung wird verkündet, Ende Juni habe er die Aktien besessen.
Im Artikel vom 14.08. http://www.finanzen.net/news/news_detail.asp?NewsNr=137870 heisst es, er besitze keine mehr.
Dann kaufen also alle aufgrund einer mißverständlichen Meldung ???
In USA ca. 8 % im Plus...
Seltsam.
"Buffet" hält auch einen Teil der Level3 Wandelanleihen und Amazonanleihen . info www.stockworld.de mfg
News:http://www.finanznachrichten.de level expandiert nach Skandinavien........mfg
1.10.2003 Level 3 plant Akqusitionen,um den Umsatz zu steigern. mfg
Möchte doch mal wissen, was heute wieder los ist.
Es steigt und steigt und Meldungen gibt es keine...
Verhältnis Käufer zu Verkäufer nahezu ausgeglichen, spricht für weitere Steigerungen...
Nette Aktie...
Es steigt und steigt und Meldungen gibt es keine...
Verhältnis Käufer zu Verkäufer nahezu ausgeglichen, spricht für weitere Steigerungen...
Nette Aktie...
http://www.level.com 23.10. Quartalszahlen mfg
http://www.level3.com 23.10.Quartalszahlen
Richtig.
Und dann gehts abwärts.
Nachkäufer aufgepasst.
Und dann gehts abwärts.
Nachkäufer aufgepasst.
Zahlen um einiges besser, als ich erwartet (befürchtet) habe.
Aber in DEM Marktumfeld scheint es nichts zu werden.
Schade.
Es hätte entgegen meiner Unkenrufe vielleicht doch zu einem kleinen Hüpfer gereicht.
Aber in DEM Marktumfeld scheint es nichts zu werden.
Schade.
Es hätte entgegen meiner Unkenrufe vielleicht doch zu einem kleinen Hüpfer gereicht.
Die Firma erreicht zum ersten Mal einen "Possitiven Cash Flow". Das Netzwerk steht und wird erweitert .Level 3 wird vom "Internetboom" profitieren. mfg
http://www.level3.com Level 3 expands network in Germany mfg
http://www.finanzen.net LVLT W.Buffet verkaufte 90% seiner Aktien---2 Kaufempfehlungen Kursziel 7 $ Dollar. mfg
level 3 Newshttp://www.finanznachrichten.de LVC(deutsches kürzel)mfg
Level3 Nasdaq-100-index-Aufname! www.finanznachrichten.de mfg
Thx, ebbooker20,
das hatte ich übersehen.
Doch leider haben immer noch die Shortseller ein Übergewicht.
Hoffe aber, dass sich das bald ändert.
Ein positiver Jahrescashflow wäre mal was
Ich hoffe da auf 2004.
LVLT ist die einzige Longposition in meinem Depot.
Warten wir`s ab.
Grüße, M.
das hatte ich übersehen.
Doch leider haben immer noch die Shortseller ein Übergewicht.
Hoffe aber, dass sich das bald ändert.
Ein positiver Jahrescashflow wäre mal was
Ich hoffe da auf 2004.
LVLT ist die einzige Longposition in meinem Depot.
Warten wir`s ab.
Grüße, M.
test
Heute Shortiegrillen bei LVLT
Da sieht man wieder, wie der Kurs Sprünge macht, wenn genügend Pappnasen Short sind
Gibt Mut für die Zukunft.
hähä
Da sieht man wieder, wie der Kurs Sprünge macht, wenn genügend Pappnasen Short sind
Gibt Mut für die Zukunft.
hähä
6,65 $
die Richtung stimmt.
die Richtung stimmt.
LEVEL 3 ist wieder auf dem n-tv-laufband und W:Buffet short.Nach der Lehmannbrotherspresentation war am 5.1 termin bei der weltgrößten Bank (citibank)http://www.finanznachrichten.de mfg
DurchsuchenBeitrag zu dieser Diskussion schreiben
Zu dieser Diskussion können keine Beiträge mehr verfasst werden, da der letzte Beitrag vor mehr als zwei Jahren verfasst wurde und die Diskussion daraufhin archiviert wurde.
Bitte wenden Sie sich an feedback@wallstreet-online.de und erfragen Sie die Reaktivierung der Diskussion oder starten Sie eine neue Diskussion.
Meistdiskutiert
| Wertpapier | Beiträge | |
|---|---|---|
| 222 | ||
| 167 | ||
| 75 | ||
| 57 | ||
| 49 | ||
| 46 | ||
| 46 | ||
| 45 | ||
| 34 | ||
| 31 |
| Wertpapier | Beiträge | |
|---|---|---|
| 29 | ||
| 25 | ||
| 23 | ||
| 21 | ||
| 19 | ||
| 19 | ||
| 19 | ||
| 18 | ||
| 18 | ||
| 18 |
