Comcast, Fiserv See Stock Prices Dip Amid Challenges in Q1
The Tokenist | Apr 25, 2025 01:55AM ET
In the first quarter of 2025, Comcast (NASDAQ:CMCSA) and Fiserv (NYSE:FI) encountered significant financial hurdles. Comcast reported a notable decline in broadband subscribers, losing 199,000 customers, which exceeded analyst predictions. This downturn is largely attributed to fierce competition from wireless carriers offering bundled services.
Meanwhile, Fiserv experienced a shortfall in revenue due to decreased demand in its payments processing unit, leading to a drop in its stock price.
Despite these challenges, Comcast saw growth in its studio revenue and improvements in its Peacock streaming service, while both companies are strategizing to navigate the current economic landscape.
Comcast Reports Significant Loss in Broadband Subscriptions
Comcast’s first-quarter results revealed a significant loss in broadband subscribers, with a decrease of 199,000, surpassing analyst expectations of 146,100. This decline is largely due to intense competition from wireless carriers that offer bundled services, making it challenging for Comcast to retain its customer base. In response, Comcast has introduced new pricing plans and price locks to attract and retain customers.
Despite these setbacks, Comcast reported a 3% increase in studio revenue, driven by successful film releases. Additionally, the company’s Peacock streaming service showed a marked improvement with a reduced core loss of $215 million and a rise in subscribers to 41 million, thanks in part to a distribution deal with Charter Communications (NASDAQ:CHTR).
Comcast’s stock showed an over 4% decline in its price over the trading day today so far.
Fiserv Reports Difficult First Quarter
Fiserv faced a difficult first quarter in 2025, with its revenue falling short of Wall Street expectations. The company’s payments processing unit experienced a slowdown, contributing to the revenue miss and a subsequent over 14% drop in its stock price today.
This decline highlights concerns about discretionary spending amid economic uncertainty. Fiserv is now focusing on strategies to revitalize its payments processing segment and improve financial performance.
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