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- **5.2% Organic Growth**: Q3 site rental revenues rose 5.2%, driven by strong demand and efficiency; full-year outlook increased by $10M, with $30M EBITDA boost. 
- **Sprint Cancellations Impact**: $51M drag on Q3 results, but 2025 outlook raised by $40M AFFO, offset by $15M expense savings. 
- **EchoStar Spectrum Play**: AT&T's 3.45GHz deployment could enhance tower utilization; DISH EchoStar contract provides 5% revenue stability. 
- **2026 Vision**: Post-fiber sale, $150-250M capex targets tech upgrades, with 75-80% AFFO payout ratio, vs. prior $115M net capex.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- Emphasized becoming the best-in-class U.S. tower operator with a focus on data demand growth and spectrum opportunities. 
- 5.2% organic growth in Q3, driven by strong customer demand and efficiency gains. 
- Strategic priorities include data management, automation, and operational flexibility. 
- Expected long-term value from spectrum auctions and network expansion. 

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- Q3 site rental revenues: $租赁收入为$1.37 billion, up 5.2% organically. 
- Updated full-year outlook: +$10M to site rental, +$租赁收入, +$30M to EBITDA, +$40M to AFFO. 
- Cost control initiatives reduce expenses by $15M, capex pushed out $30M. 
- AFFO guidance: $2.265B-$2.415B post-fiber sale, 75-80% payout ratio. 

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- EchoStar spectrum deployment could drive incremental leasing, but contract terms protect Crown Castle's revenue stream. 
- Application volumes remain healthy, aligning with first-half leasing activity levels. 
- Post-fiber sale, focus on $150-250M annual capex for tech upgrades, vs. prior $155M net capex. 
- 2026 AFFO guidance to be updated in Q4, reflecting efficiency gains from standalone operations.

Crown Castle Inc. (CCI) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

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