Lumen Technologies, Inc. is a global technology company that provides a broad range of communication and data services. It specializes in offering high-speed internet, cloud solutions, and managed services to businesses and consumers, focusing on enhancing connectivity and digital experiences. The company leverages its extensive network infrastructure to deliver reliable and secure communication solutions, catering to a variety of sectors including education, healthcare, and government. Lumen also emphasizes innovation in areas such as edge computing and Internet of Things (IoT) applications, aiming to support organizations in their digital transformation efforts. Read More
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Shares of telecommunications infrastructure company Lumen Technologies (NYSE:LUMN) jumped 4.7% in the afternoon session after the company announced it has surpassed 1,000 customers on its Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) platform, a major milestone since the service's launch. The Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) platform, which launched in late 2023, allows business customers like Best Buy, Foot Locker, and Columbia Sportswear to digitally manage and scale their network connectivity on demand. This milestone follows a recent second-quarter earnings report where Lumen posted a much narrower-than-expected loss per share of $0.03, significantly beating the consensus forecast of a $0.25 loss. During the earnings call, the company had highlighted strong growth in NaaS adoption. Adding to the positive sentiment, the company's CEO recently purchased over $500,000 worth of company stock, signaling strong internal confidence.
Lumen Technologies (NYSE: LUMN) today announced it has exceeded 1,000 customers on its Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) platform—a major milestone in the shift toward faster, smarter enterprise connectivity. As businesses embrace AI to transform operations, the demand for agile, scalable connectivity has never been greater. Lumen’s NaaS platform meets this need with instant speed, control, and scalability, helping companies modernize without the complexity of legacy infrastructure.
Telecommunications infrastructure company Lumen Technologies (NYSE:LUMN) fell short of the market’s revenue expectations in Q2 CY2025, with sales falling 5.4% year on year to $3.09 billion. Its non-GAAP loss of $0.03 per share was 88.7% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
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Lumen Technologies, Inc. (“Lumen”, “us,” “we” or “our”) (NYSE: LUMN) today announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Level 3 Financing, Inc. (“Level 3 Financing”), has agreed to sell $2.00 billion aggregate principal amount of its 7.000% First Lien Notes due 2034 (the “First Lien Notes”), which represents a $750 million increase from the previously announced size of the offering.
Lumen Technologies, Inc. (“Lumen,” “us,” “we” or “our”) (NYSE: LUMN) today announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Level 3 Financing, Inc. (“Level 3 Financing”), plans to offer $1.25 billion aggregate principal amount of First Lien Notes due 2034 (the “First Lien Notes”).
Shares of telecommunications infrastructure company Lumen Technologies (NYSE:LUMN) fell 18.5% in the morning session after the company reported second-quarter revenue that fell short of Wall Street estimates and declined from the previous year. The telecommunications firm posted revenue of $3.09 billion, just under the $3.11 billion analysts anticipated and down 5.4% from the same period last year. The shortfall hit both of its major divisions, with Business segment revenue decreasing 3.4% and its Mass Markets segment falling 12.8%. These results overshadowed some positive developments, including a smaller-than-expected adjusted loss and a substantial increase in the company's full-year free cash flow guidance. The weak report landed amid broader economic jitters after a disappointing U.S. jobs report fueled concerns of a slowdown, likely amplifying the negative investor reaction.
Telecommunications infrastructure company Lumen Technologies (NYSE:LUMN) fell short of the market’s revenue expectations in Q2 CY2025, with sales falling 5.4% year on year to $3.09 billion. Its non-GAAP loss of $0.03 per share was 88.7% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Telecommunications infrastructure company Lumen Technologies (NYSE:LUMN) will be reporting results this Thursday after market hours. Here’s what to expect.
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Lumen Technologies (NYSE: LUMN), a global provider of digital networking services for enterprise, today announced that it will participate in a series of investor conferences to share updates on its transformation strategy, growth priorities, and long-term value creation plan.
Lumen Technologies (NYSE: LUMN), the trusted network for AI, today announced that it will publish its second quarter financial results following market close on July 31, 2025. A live broadcast of the earnings conference call will be available on the company’s Investor Relations website at 5:00 pm. ET.
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As part of an ongoing financial strategy to strengthen its capital structure and accelerate its transformation into a leading digital network services company, Lumen Technologies, Inc. (“Lumen”, “us,” “we” or “our”) (NYSE: LUMN) today announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Level 3 Financing, Inc. (“Level 3 Financing”), has closed its previously announced offering of $2.0 billion aggregate principal amount of 6.875% First Lien Notes due 2033 (the “First Lien Notes”). The First Lien Notes have a maturity date of June 30, 2033, and are guaranteed and secured on a first lien basis by Level 3 Parent, LLC, the direct parent of Level 3 Financing, and certain unregulated subsidiaries of the Issuer. Level 3 Financing used the net proceeds from the offering, together with cash on hand, to redeem all $924.522 million aggregate principal amount of Level 3 Financing’s first lien 10.500% Senior Secured Notes due 2030 and all $667.711 million aggregate principal amount of Level 3 Financing’s 10.500% First Lien Notes due 2029, and to partially redeem $166.565 million aggregate principal amount of Level 3 Financing’s 11.000% First Lien Notes due 2029, in each case, including payment of redemption premium, and to pay related fees and expenses.
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As the 2025 hurricane and wildfire season intensifies, Lumen Technologies (NYSE: LUMN) today detailed its enterprise readiness plan, designed to safeguard mission-critical connectivity and support business continuity for customers operating under extreme conditions.
Lumen Technologies, Inc. (“Lumen”, “us,” “we” or “our”) (NYSE: LUMN) today announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Level 3 Financing, Inc. (“Level 3 Financing”), has agreed to sell $2.0 billion aggregate principal amount of its 6.875% First Lien Notes due 2033 (the “First Lien Notes”), which represents a $1.0 billion increase from the previously announced size of the offering.
