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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM
10-Q
(Mark One)
☒
QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the quarterly period ended
June 30, 2021
Or
☐
TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the transition period from to
Commission File Number
Exact Name of Registrant; State of
Incorporation; Address and Telephone
Number of Principal Executive Offices
I.R.S. Employer Identification No.
001-32871
COMCAST CORPORATION
27-0000798
Pennsylvania
One Comcast Center
Philadelphia
,
PA
19103-2838
(
215
)
286-1700
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each class
Trading Symbol(s)
Name of each exchange on which registered
Class A Common Stock, $0.01 par value
CMCSA
NASDAQ Global Select Market
0.250% Notes due 2027
CMCS27
NASDAQ Global Market
1.500% Notes due 2029
CMCS29
NASDAQ Global Market
0.750% Notes due 2032
CMCS32
NASDAQ Global Market
1.875% Notes due 2036
CMCS36
NASDAQ Global Market
1.250% Notes due 2040
CMCS40
NASDAQ Global Market
9.455% Guaranteed Notes due 2022
CMCSA/22
New York Stock Exchange
5.50% Notes due 2029
CCGBP29
New York Stock Exchange
2.0% Exchangeable Subordinated Debentures due 2029
CCZ
New York Stock Exchange
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding twelve months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days.
Yes
☒
No
☐
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically every Interactive Data File required to be submitted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit such files).
Yes
☒
No
☐
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, a smaller reporting company, or an emerging growth company. See definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer,” “smaller reporting company” and “emerging growth company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.
Large accelerated filer
☒
Accelerated filer
☐
Non-accelerated filer
☐
Smaller reporting company
☐
Emerging growth company
☐
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.
☐
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). Yes
☐
No
☒
Indicate the number of shares outstanding of each of the issuer’s classes of common stock, as of the latest practicable date:
As of June 30, 2021, there were
4,580,292,854
shares of Comcast Corporation Class A common stock and
9,444,375
shares of Class B common stock outstanding.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
Number
PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Item 1.
Financial Statements
1
Condensed Consolidated Statement of Income (Unaudited)
1
Condensed Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income (Unaudited)
2
Condensed Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows (Unaudited)
3
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet (Unaudited)
4
Condensed Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity (Unaudited)
5
Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)
6
Item 2.
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
15
Item 3.
Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk
31
Item 4.
Controls and Procedures
31
PART II. OTHER INFORMATION
Item 1.
Legal Proceedings
32
Item 1A.
Risk Factors
32
Item 2.
Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds
32
Item 6.
Exhibits
32
SIGNATURES
33
Explanatory Note
This Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q is for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021. This Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q modifies and supersedes documents filed before it. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) allows us to “incorporate by reference” information that we file with it, which means that we can disclose important information to you by referring you directly to those documents. Information incorporated by reference is considered to be part of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q. In addition, information that we file with the SEC in the future will automatically update and supersede information contained in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q.
Unless indicated otherwise, throughout this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, we refer to Comcast and its consolidated subsidiaries, as “Comcast,” “we,” “us” and “our;” Comcast Cable Communications, LLC and its consolidated subsidiaries as “Comcast Cable;” Comcast Holdings Corporation as “Comcast Holdings;” NBCUniversal Media, LLC and its consolidated subsidiaries as “NBCUniversal;” and Sky Limited and its consolidated subsidiaries as “Sky.”
Numerical information in this report is presented on a rounded basis using actual amounts. Minor differences in totals and percentage calculations may exist due to rounding.
CAUTION CONCERNING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
This Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q includes statements that may constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Forward-looking statements are not historical facts or statements of current conditions, but instead represent only our beliefs regarding future events, many of which, by their nature, are inherently uncertain and outside of our control. These may include estimates, projections and statements relating to our business plans, objectives and expected operating results, which are based on current expectations and assumptions that are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially. These forward-looking statements are generally identified by the words “believe,” “project,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “intend,” “potential,” “strategy,” “future,” “opportunity,” “commit,” “plan,” “may,” “should,” “could,” “will,” “would,” “will be,” “will continue,” “will likely result” and similar expressions.
In evaluating forward-looking statements, you should consider various factors, including the risks and uncertainties we describe in the “Risk Factors” sections of our Forms 10-K and 10-Q and other reports we file with the SEC. Additionally, we operate in a highly competitive, consumer-driven and rapidly changing environment. This environment is affected by government regulation; economic, strategic, political and social conditions; consumer response to new and existing products and services; technological developments; and the ability to develop and protect intellectual property rights. Any of these factors could cause
our actual results to differ materially from our forward-looking statements, which could adversely affect our businesses, results of operations or financial condition. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they are made. We undertake no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements, whether because of new information, future events or otherwise.
Our businesses may be affected by, among other things, the following:
•
the COVID-19 pandemic has had, and will likely continue to have, a material adverse effect on our businesses and results of operations
•
our businesses operate in highly competitive and dynamic industries, and our businesses and results of operations could be adversely affected if we do not compete effectively
•
changes in consumer behavior driven by online video distribution platforms for viewing content continue to adversely affect our businesses and challenge existing business models
•
a decline in advertisers’ expenditures or changes in advertising markets could negatively impact our businesses
•
programming expenses for our video services are increasing, which could adversely affect Cable Communications’ video businesses
•
NBCUniversal’s and Sky’s success depends on consumer acceptance of their content, and their businesses may be adversely affected if their content fails to achieve sufficient consumer acceptance or the costs to create or acquire content increase
•
the loss of programming distribution and licensing agreements, or the renewal of these agreements on less favorable terms, could adversely affect our businesses
•
less favorable European telecommunications access regulations, the loss of Sky’s transmission access agreements with satellite or telecommunications providers or the renewal of these agreements on less favorable terms could adversely affect Sky’s businesses
•
our businesses depend on using and protecting certain intellectual property rights and on not infringing the intellectual property rights of others
•
we may be unable to obtain necessary hardware, software and operational support
•
weak economic conditions may have a negative impact on our businesses
•
acquisitions and other strategic initiatives present many risks, and we may not realize the financial and strategic goals that we had contemplated
•
we face risks relating to doing business internationally that could adversely affect our businesses
•
our businesses depend on keeping pace with technological developments
•
we rely on network and information systems and other technologies, as well as key properties, and a disruption, cyber attack, failure or destruction of such networks, systems, technologies or properties may disrupt our businesses
•
the loss of key management personnel or popular on-air and creative talent could have an adverse effect on our businesses
•
we are subject to regulation by federal, state, local and foreign authorities, which impose additional costs and restrictions on our businesses
•
unfavorable litigation or governmental investigation results could require us to pay significant amounts or lead to onerous operating procedures
•
labor disputes, whether involving employees or sports organizations, may disrupt our operations and adversely affect our businesses
•
our Class B common stock has substantial voting rights and separate approval rights over several potentially material transactions, and our Chairman and CEO has considerable influence over our company through his beneficial ownership of our Class B common stock
Table of Contents
PART I: FINANCIAL INFORMATION
ITEM 1: FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Comcast Corporation
Condensed Consolidated Statement of Income
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
(in millions, except per share data)
2021
2020
2021
2020
Revenue
$
28,546
$
23,715
$
55,751
$
50,324
Costs and Expenses:
Programming and production
9,256
6,817
18,175
15,118
Other operating and administrative
8,549
7,646
16,818
15,900
Advertising, marketing and promotion
1,851
1,341
3,467
3,279
Depreciation
2,113
2,099
4,231
4,206
Amortization
1,270
1,165
2,514
2,322
Total costs and expenses
23,039
19,068
45,205
40,825
Operating income
5,507
4,647
10,546
9,499
Interest expense
(
1,093
)
(
1,112
)
(
2,112
)
(
2,324
)
Investment and other income (loss), net
1,216
420
1,607
(
296
)
Income before income taxes
5,630
3,955
10,042
6,879
Income tax expense
(
2,000
)
(
946
)
(
3,119
)
(
1,646
)
Net income
3,630
3,009
6,922
5,233
Less: Net income (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interests and redeemable subsidiary preferred stock
(
108
)
21
(
145
)
98
Net income attributable to Comcast Corporation
$
3,738
$
2,988
$
7,067
$
5,135
Basic earnings per common share attributable to Comcast Corporation shareholders
$
0.81
$
0.65
$
1.54
$
1.12
Diluted earnings per common share attributable to Comcast Corporation shareholders
$
0.80
$
0.65
$
1.51
$
1.11
See accompanying notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.
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Condensed Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
(in millions)
2021
2020
2021
2020
Net income
$
3,630
$
3,009
$
6,922
$
5,233
Currency translation adjustments, net of deferred taxes of $(
17
), $(
9
), $(
109
) and $(
16
)
61
(
74
)
26
(
2,231
)
Cash flow hedges:
Deferred gains (losses), net of deferred taxes of $
2
, $
7
, $(
17
) and $
17
(
14
)
(
27
)
105
27
Realized (gains) losses reclassified to net income, net of deferred taxes of $
—
, $
4
, $
—
and $
21
4
(
21
)
4
(
127
)
Employee benefit obligations and other, net of deferred taxes of $
3
, $
3
, $
5
and $
6
(
7
)
(
11
)
(
17
)
(
18
)
Comprehensive income
3,674
2,876
7,040
2,884
Less: Net income (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interests and redeemable subsidiary preferred stock
(
108
)
21
(
145
)
98
Less: Other comprehensive income (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interests
24
2
10
(
23
)
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to Comcast Corporation
$
3,758
$
2,853
$
7,175
$
2,809
See accompanying notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.
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Condensed Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows
(Unaudited)
Six Months Ended
June 30,
(in millions)
2021
2020
Operating Activities
Net income
$
6,922
$
5,233
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization
6,745
6,528
Share-based compensation
711
621
Noncash interest expense (income), net
210
352
Net (gain) loss on investment activity and other
(
1,403
)
399
Deferred income taxes
1,297
(
84
)
Changes in operating assets and liabilities, net of effects of acquisitions and divestitures:
Current and noncurrent receivables, net
137
900
Film and television costs, net
837
573
Accounts payable and accrued expenses related to trade creditors
299
(
879
)
Other operating assets and liabilities
(
398
)
824
Net cash provided by operating activities
15,357
14,467
Investing Activities
Capital expenditures
(
4,003
)
(
3,957
)
Cash paid for intangible assets
(
1,283
)
(
1,219
)
Construction of Universal Beijing Resort
(
704
)
(
708
)
Acquisitions, net of cash acquired
(
168
)
(
198
)
Proceeds from sales of businesses and investments
396
2,042
Purchases of investments
(
86
)
(
471
)
Other
217
33
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities
(
5,631
)
(
4,478
)
Financing Activities
Proceeds from borrowings
383
13,612
Repurchases and repayments of debt
(
5,785
)
(
10,712
)
Repurchases of common stock under repurchase program and employee plans
(
957
)
(
269
)
Dividends paid
(
2,230
)
(
2,028
)
Other
(
475
)
(
2,128
)
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities
(
9,064
)
(
1,525
)
Impact of foreign currency on cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash
(
12
)
(
77
)
Increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash
650
8,387
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, beginning of period
11,768
5,589
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, end of period
$
12,418
$
13,976
See accompanying notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.
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Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet
(Unaudited)
(in millions, except share data)
June 30,
2021
December 31,
2020
Assets
Current Assets:
Cash and cash equivalents
$
12,378
$
11,740
Receivables, net
11,110
11,466
Other current assets
3,558
3,535
Total current assets
27,046
26,741
Film and television costs
12,372
13,340
Investments
8,903
7,820
Investment securing collateralized obligation
564
447
Property and equipment, net of accumulated depreciation of $
55,217
and $
54,388
52,769
51,995
Goodwill
70,429
70,669
Franchise rights
59,365
59,365
Other intangible assets, net of accumulated amortization of $
21,976
and $
19,825
34,321
35,389
Other noncurrent assets, net
11,235
8,103
Total assets
$
277,004
$
273,869
Liabilities and Equity
Current Liabilities:
Accounts payable and accrued expenses related to trade creditors
$
11,672
$
11,364
Accrued participations and residuals
1,713
1,706
Deferred revenue
3,566
2,963
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities
8,956
9,617
Current portion of long-term debt
3,407
3,146
Total current liabilities
29,314
28,796
Long-term debt, less current portion
95,175
100,614
Collateralized obligation
5,169
5,168
Deferred income taxes
29,525
28,051
Other noncurrent liabilities
20,775
18,222
Commitments and contingencies
Redeemable noncontrolling interests and redeemable subsidiary preferred stock
530
1,280
Equity:
Preferred stock—authorized,
20,000,000
shares; issued,
zero
—
—
Class A common stock, $
0.01
par value—authorized,
7,500,000,000
shares; issued,
5,453,083,882
and
5,444,002,825
; outstanding,
4,580,292,854
and
4,571,211,797
55
54
Class B common stock, $
0.01
par value—authorized,
75,000,000
shares; issued and outstanding,
9,444,375
—
—
Additional paid-in capital
40,046
39,464
Retained earnings
60,359
56,438
Treasury stock,
872,791,028
Class A common shares
(
7,517
)
(
7,517
)
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)
1,992
1,884
Total Comcast Corporation shareholders’ equity
94,935
90,323
Noncontrolling interests
1,581
1,415
Total equity
96,516
91,738
Total liabilities and equity
$
277,004
$
273,869
See accompanying notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.
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Condensed Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
(in millions, except per share data)
2021
2020
2021
2020
Redeemable Noncontrolling Interests and Redeemable Subsidiary Preferred Stock
Balance, beginning of period
$
546
$
1,259
$
1,280
$
1,372
Redemption of subsidiary preferred stock
—
—
(
725
)
—
Contributions from (distributions to) noncontrolling interests, net
(
13
)
(
10
)
(
40
)
(
37
)
Other
—
(
12
)
(
10
)
(
165
)
Net income (loss)
(
3
)
19
24
86
Balance, end of period
$
530
$
1,256
$
530
$
1,256
Class A Common Stock
Balance, beginning of period
$
55
$
54
$
54
$
54
Issuances of common stock under employee plans
—
—
1
—
Balance, end of period
$
55
$
54
$
55
$
54
Additional Paid-In Capital
Balance, beginning of period
$
39,744
$
38,597
$
39,464
$
38,447
Stock compensation plans
274
261
570
473
Repurchases of common stock under repurchase program and employee plans
(
43
)
(
10
)
(
131
)
(
103
)
Employee stock purchase plans
76
79
139
133
Other
(
5
)
9
5
(
14
)
Balance, end of period
$
40,046
$
38,936
$
40,046
$
38,936
Retained Earnings
Balance, beginning of period
$
58,321
$
51,516
$
56,438
$
50,695
Cumulative effects of adoption of accounting standards
—
—
—
(
124
)
Repurchases of common stock under repurchase program and employee plans
(
543
)
(
26
)
(
832
)
(
168
)
Dividends declared
(
1,156
)
(
1,061
)
(
2,317
)
(
2,125
)
Other
—
3
4
7
Net income (loss)
3,738
2,988
7,067
5,135
Balance, end of period
$
60,359
$
53,420
$
60,359
$
53,420
Treasury Stock at Cost
Balance, beginning of period
$
(
7,517
)
$
(
7,517
)
$
(
7,517
)
$
(
7,517
)
Balance, end of period
$
(
7,517
)
$
(
7,517
)
$
(
7,517
)
$
(
7,517
)
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Balance, beginning of period
$
1,972
$
(
1,144
)
$
1,884
$
1,047
Other comprehensive income (loss)
20
(
135
)
108
(
2,326
)
Balance, end of period
$
1,992
$
(
1,279
)
$
1,992
$
(
1,279
)
Noncontrolling Interests
Balance, beginning of period
$
1,525
$
1,277
$
1,415
$
1,148
Other comprehensive income (loss)
24
2
10
(
12
)
Contributions from (distributions to) noncontrolling interests, net
135
(
105
)
324
15
Other
2
1
1
14
Net income (loss)
(
105
)
2
(
169
)
12
Balance, end of period
$
1,581
$
1,177
$
1,581
$
1,177
Total equity
$
96,516
$
84,791
$
96,516
$
84,791
Cash dividends declared per common share
$
0.25
$
0.23
$
0.50
$
0.46
See accompanying notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Unaudited)
Note 1:
Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements
Basis of Presentation
We have prepared these unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements based on SEC rules that permit reduced disclosure for interim periods. These financial statements include all adjustments that are necessary for a fair presentation of our consolidated results of operations, cash flows and financial condition for the periods shown, including normal, recurring accruals and other items. The consolidated results of operations for the interim periods presented are not necessarily indicative of results for the full year.
The year-end condensed consolidated balance sheet was derived from audited financial statements but does not include all disclosures required by generally accepted accounting principles in the United States (“GAAP”). For a more complete discussion of our accounting policies and certain other information, refer to our consolidated financial statements included in our 2020 Annual Report on Form 10-K and the notes within this Form 10-Q.
Reclassifications
Reclassifications have been made to our notes to condensed consolidated financial statements for the prior year period to conform to classifications used in 2021.
See Note 2 for a discussion of the changes in our presentation of segment operating results.
Note 2:
Segment Information
In the first quarter of 2021, we changed our presentation of segment operating results. We now present our operations in
five
reportable business segments: (1) Comcast Cable in
one
reportable business segment, referred to as Cable Communications; (2) NBCUniversal in
three
reportable business segments: Media, Studios and Theme Parks (collectively, the “NBCUniversal segments”); and (3) Sky in
one
reportable business segment. The changes reflect a reorganized operating structure in NBCUniversal’s television and streaming businesses and primarily include: (i) the combination of NBCUniversal’s television networks (previously reported in Cable Networks and Broadcast Television) with the operations of Peacock (previously reported in Corporate and Other) in the Media segment, and (ii) the presentation of NBCUniversal’s television studio production operations (previously reported in Cable Networks and Broadcast Television) with the studio operations of Filmed Entertainment in the Studios segment. Prior periods have been adjusted to reflect this presentation.
Cable Communications is a leading provider of broadband, video, voice, wireless, and security and automation services to residential customers under the Xfinity brand; we also provide these and other services to business customers and sell advertising. Revenue is generated primarily from residential and business customers that subscribe to our services, which are marketed individually and as bundled services, and from the sale of advertising.
Media consists primarily of NBCUniversal’s television and streaming platforms, including national, regional and international cable networks; the NBC and Telemundo broadcast networks; NBC and Telemundo owned local broadcast television stations; Peacock, our direct-to-consumer streaming service; and various digital properties. Revenue is generated primarily from the sale of advertising on our television networks, Peacock and digital properties; and the fees received from the distribution of our television network programming to traditional and virtual multichannel video providers and from NBC-affiliated and Telemundo-affiliated local broadcast television stations. Media also generates other revenue from various digital properties.
Studios consists primarily of NBCUniversal’s film and television studio production and distribution operations. Revenue is generated primarily from the licensing of our owned film and television content to broadcast, cable and premium networks, and to direct-to-consumer streaming service providers, as well as through video on demand and pay-per-view services provided by multichannel video providers and over-the-top service providers; from the worldwide distribution of our produced and acquired films for exhibition in movie theaters; and from the sale of owned content on DVDs, Blu-ray discs and through digital distribution services.
Theme Parks consists primarily of our Universal theme parks in Orlando, Florida; Hollywood, California; and Osaka, Japan. In addition, we are developing a theme park in Beijing, China along with a consortium of Chinese state-owned companies, and an additional theme park in Orlando, Florida. Revenue is generated primarily from guest spending at our Universal theme parks.
Sky is one of Europe’s leading entertainment companies, which primarily includes a direct-to-consumer business, providing video, broadband, voice and wireless phone services, and a content business, operating entertainment networks, the Sky News broadcast network and Sky Sports networks. Revenue is generated primarily from residential and business customers that
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subscribe to our services; from the distribution of Sky’s owned television networks on third-party platforms and the licensing of owned and acquired programming to third-party video providers; and from the sale of advertising.
Our other business interests consist primarily of the operations of Comcast Spectacor, which owns the Philadelphia Flyers and the Wells Fargo Center arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and other business initiatives.
We use Adjusted EBITDA to evaluate the profitability of our operating segments and the components of net income attributable to Comcast Corporation excluded from Adjusted EBITDA are not separately evaluated.
Our financial data by reportable segment is presented in the tables below.
Three Months Ended June 30, 2021
(in millions)
Revenue
(a)
Adjusted EBITDA
(b)
Depreciation and Amortization
Capital
Expenditures
Cash Paid for Intangible Assets
Cable Communications
$
16,002
$
7,073
$
1,950
$
1,695
$
337
NBCUniversal
Media
5,148
1,378
254
19
42
Studios
2,224
156
12
1
5
Theme Parks
1,095
221
195
100
8
Headquarters and Other
22
(
186
)
125
62
30
Eliminations
(a)
(
534
)
(
15
)
—
—
—
NBCUniversal
7,955
1,553
586
182
86
Sky
5,220
560
826
184
211
Corporate and Other
92
(
261
)
21
83
37
Eliminations
(a)
(
723
)
2
—
—
—
Comcast Consolidated
$
28,546
$
8,927
$
3,383
$
2,144
$
671
Three Months Ended June 30, 2020
(in millions)
Revenue
(a)
Adjusted EBITDA
(b)
Depreciation and Amortization
Capital
Expenditures
Cash Paid for Intangible Assets
Cable Communications
$
14,428
$
6,176
$
1,937
$
1,452
$
326
NBCUniversal
Media
4,096
1,636
244
29
49
Studios
2,052
323
15
2
2
Theme Parks
136
(
393
)
191
295
16
Headquarters and Other
11
(
82
)
129
54
37
Eliminations
(a)
(
580
)
(
104
)
—
—
—
NBCUniversal
5,715
1,380
579
380
104
Sky
4,079
749
720
215
170
Corporate and Other
40
(
389
)
28
29
1
Eliminations
(a)
(
547
)
11
—
—
—
Comcast Consolidated
$
23,715
$
7,927
$
3,264
$
2,076
$
601
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Six Months Ended June 30, 2021
(in millions)
Revenue
(a)
Adjusted EBITDA
(b)
Depreciation and Amortization
Capital
Expenditures
Cash Paid for Intangible Assets
Cable Communications
$
31,807
$
13,903
$
3,880
$
3,065
$
652
NBCUniversal
Media
10,184
2,851
501
29
75
Studios
4,620
653
25
2
7
Theme Parks
1,714
159
402
226
15
Headquarters and Other
38
(
395
)
241
98
57
Eliminations
(a)
(
1,576
)
(
225
)
—
—
—
NBCUniversal
14,980
3,043
1,168
354
153
Sky
10,217
924
1,640
455
412
Corporate and Other
181
(
541
)
57
128
65
Eliminations
(a)
(
1,434
)
11
—
—
—
Comcast Consolidated
$
55,751
$
17,339
$
6,745
$
4,003
$
1,283
Six Months Ended June 30, 2020
(in millions)
Revenue
(a)
Adjusted EBITDA
(b)
Depreciation and Amortization
Capital
Expenditures
Cash Paid for Intangible Assets
Cable Communications
$
29,346
$
12,252
$
3,883
$
2,721
$
682
NBCUniversal
Media
8,974
3,165
487
60
87
Studios
4,461
623
32
6
3
Theme Parks
1,061
(
306
)
381
591
31
Headquarters and Other
20
(
303
)
245
100
78
Eliminations
(a)
(
1,072
)
(
110
)
—
—
—
NBCUniversal
13,444
3,069
1,145
757
199
Sky
8,596
1,300
1,438
412
336
Corporate and Other
160
(
582
)
62
67
2
Eliminations
(a)
(
1,222
)
18
—
—
—
Comcast Consolidated
$
50,324
$
16,057
$
6,528
$
3,957
$
1,219
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(a)
Included in Eliminations are transactions that our segments enter into with one another. Our segments generally report transactions with one another as if they were stand-alone businesses in accordance with GAAP, and these transactions are eliminated in consolidation. When multiple segments enter into transactions to provide products and services to third parties, revenue is generally allocated to our segments based on relative value. The most significant transactions between our segments include distribution revenue at Media for fees received from Cable Communications for the sale of cable network programming and under retransmission consent agreements; content licensing revenue at Studios for licenses of owned content to Media and Sky; and advertising revenue at Media and Cable Communications. Revenue for licenses of content from Studios to Media and Sky is generally recognized at a point in time, consistent with the recognition of transactions with third parties, when the content is delivered and made available for use. The costs of these licenses at Media and Sky are recognized as the content is used over the license period. The difference in timing of recognition between segments results in an Adjusted EBITDA impact in eliminations, as the profits (losses) on these transactions are deferred in our consolidated results and recognized as the content is used over the license period. Under the previous segment structure, revenue for licenses of content between our previous NBCUniversal segments was recognized over time to correspond with the amortization of the costs of licensed content over the license period.
A summary of revenue for each of our segments resulting from transactions with other segments and eliminated in consolidation is presented in the table below.
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
(in millions)
2021
2020
2021
2020
Cable Communications
$
47
$
41
$
93
$
82
NBCUniversal
Media
543
426
1,082
967
Studios
589
625
1,678
1,165
Theme Parks
—
—
1
—
Headquarters and Other
17
4
29
7
Sky
15
7
23
9
Corporate and Other
47
24
105
64
Total intersegment revenue
$
1,257
$
1,127
$
3,010
$
2,294
(b)
We use Adjusted EBITDA as the measure of profit or loss for our operating segments. From time to time we may report the impact of certain events, gains, losses or other charges related to our operating segments (such as certain costs incurred in response to COVID-19, including severance charges), within Corporate and Other.
Our reconciliation of the aggregate amount of Adjusted EBITDA for our reportable segments to consolidated income before income taxes is presented in the table below.
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
(in millions)
2021
2020
2021
2020
Adjusted EBITDA
$
8,927
$
7,927
$
17,339
$
16,057
Adjustments
(
36
)
(
16
)
(
48
)
(
30
)
Depreciation
(
2,113
)
(
2,099
)
(
4,231
)
(
4,206
)
Amortization
(
1,270
)
(
1,165
)
(
2,514
)
(
2,322
)
Interest expense
(
1,093
)
(
1,112
)
(
2,112
)
(
2,324
)
Investment and other income (loss), net
1,216
420
1,607
(
296
)
Income before income taxes
$
5,630
$
3,955
$
10,042
$
6,879
Adjustments represent the impacts of certain events, gains, losses or other charges that are excluded from Adjusted EBITDA, including Sky transaction-related costs and costs related to our investment portfolio.
Goodwill by Segment
The changes in the carrying amount of goodwill by segment for the six months ended June 30, 2021 are as follows:
NBCUniversal
(in billions)
Cable
Communications
Cable
Networks
Broadcast
Television
Filmed
Entertainment
Media
Studios
Theme
Parks
Sky
Corporate
and Other
Total
Balance, December 31, 2020
$
15.3
$
14.0
$
1.1
$
3.3
$
—
$
—
$
7.0
$
30.0
$
—
$
70.7
Segment change
—
(
14.0
)
(
1.1
)
(
3.3
)
14.7
3.7
—
—
—
—
Foreign currency translation and other
0.1
—
—
—
—
—
(
0.4
)
0.1
—
(
0.2
)
Balance, June 30, 2021
$
15.4
$
—
$
—
$
—
$
14.7
$
3.7
$
6.6
$
30.0
$
—
$
70.4
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Note 3:
Revenue
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
(in millions)
2021
2020
2021
2020
Residential:
Broadband
$
5,717
$
5,000
$
11,317
$
10,001
Video
5,554
5,415
11,177
11,047
Voice
870
877
1,741
1,776
Wireless
556
326
1,069
669
Business services
2,202
2,004
4,369
4,047
Advertising
679
428
1,296
985
Other
425
378
838
821
Total Cable Communications
16,002
14,428
31,807
29,346
Advertising
2,189
1,648
4,282
3,815
Distribution
2,452
2,060
4,947
4,347
Other
507
388
955
812
Total Media
5,148
4,096
10,184
8,974
Content licensing
1,781
1,746
3,855
3,565
Theatrical
198
7
237
323
Home entertainment and other
245
299
527
573
Total Studios
2,224
2,052
4,620
4,461
Total Theme Parks
1,095
136
1,714
1,061
Headquarters and Other
22
11
38
20
Eliminations
(a)
(
534
)
(
580
)
(
1,576
)
(
1,072
)
Total NBCUniversal
7,955
5,715
14,980
13,444
Direct-to-consumer
4,222
3,524
8,288
7,203
Content
355
234
713
559
Advertising
643
321
1,216
834
Total Sky
5,220
4,079
10,217
8,596
Corporate and Other
92
40
181
160
Eliminations
(a)
(
723
)
(
547
)
(
1,434
)
(
1,222
)
Total revenue
$
28,546
$
23,715
$
55,751
$
50,324
(a)
Included in Eliminations are transactions that our segments enter into with one another. See Note 2 for a description of these transactions.
We operate primarily in the United States but also in select international markets. The table below summarizes revenue by geographic location.
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
(in millions)
2021
2020
2021
2020
United States
$
22,182
$
18,656
$
43,338
$
39,346
Europe
5,683
4,621
11,035
9,654
Other
681
438
1,378
1,324
Total revenue
$
28,546
$
23,715
$
55,751
$
50,324
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Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet
The following tables summarize our accounts receivable and other balances that are not separately presented in our condensed consolidated balance sheet that relate to the recognition of revenue and collection of the related cash, as well as the deferred costs associated with our contracts with customers.
(in millions)
June 30,
2021
December 31,
2020
Receivables, gross
$
11,841
$
12,273
Less: Allowance for doubtful accounts
730
807
Receivables, net
$
11,110
$
11,466
(in millions)
June 30,
2021
December 31,
2020
Noncurrent receivables, net (included in other noncurrent assets, net)
$
1,091
$
1,091
Contract acquisition and fulfillment costs (included in other noncurrent assets, net)
$
1,022
$
1,060
Noncurrent deferred revenue (included in other noncurrent liabilities)
$
719
$
750
Note 4:
Programming and Production Costs
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
(in millions)
2021
2020
2021
2020
Video distribution programming
$
3,414
$
3,046
$
6,930
$
6,261
Film and television content:
Owned
(a)
2,227
1,936
4,191
4,063
Licensed, including sports rights
3,318
1,584
6,492
4,248
Other
297
251
562
547
Total programming and production costs
$
9,256
$
6,817
$
18,175
$
15,118
(a) Amount includes amortization of owned content of $
1.8
billion and $
3.5
billion for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively, and $
1.5
billion and $
3.3
billion for the three and six months ended June 30, 2020, respectively, as well as participations and residuals expenses.
Capitalized Film and Television Costs
(in millions)
June 30,
2021
December 31,
2020
Owned:
Released, less amortization
$
4,094
$
3,815
Completed, not released
421
139
In production and in development
2,423
2,755
6,937
6,709
Licensed, including sports advances
5,435
6,631
Film and television costs
$
12,372
$
13,340
Note 5:
Long-Term Debt
As of June 30, 2021, our debt had a carrying value of $
98.6
billion and an estimated fair value of $
114.7
billion. As of December 31, 2020, our debt had a carrying value of $
103.8
billion and an estimated fair value of $
125.6
billion. The estimated fair value of our publicly traded debt was primarily based on Level 1 inputs that use quoted market value for the debt. The estimated fair value of debt for which there are no quoted market prices was based on Level 2 inputs that use interest rates available to us for debt with similar terms and remaining maturities.
In March 2021, we entered into a new $
11
billion revolving credit facility due March 30, 2026 with a syndicate of banks that may be used for general corporate purposes. We may increase the commitments under the revolving credit facility up to a total of $
14
billion, as well as extend the expiration date to no later than March 30, 2028, subject to approval of the lenders. The interest rate on the revolving credit facility consists of a base rate plus a borrowing margin that is determined based on Comcast’s credit rating. As of June 30, 2021, the borrowing margin for borrowings based on the London Interbank Offered Rate was
1.00
%. Our revolving credit facility requires that we maintain certain financial ratios based on debt and EBITDA, as defined in the revolving credit facility. We were in compliance with all financial covenants for all periods presented. The new
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revolving credit facility replaced an aggregate $
9.2
billion of existing revolving credit facilities due May 26, 2022, which were terminated. Our revolving credit facilities were undrawn as of both June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020.
Note 6:
Significant Transactions
Universal Beijing Resort
We entered into an agreement with a consortium of Chinese state-owned companies to build and operate a Universal theme park and resort in Beijing, China (“Universal Beijing Resort”). We own a
30
% interest in Universal Beijing Resort and the construction is being funded through a combination of debt financing and equity contributions from the investors in accordance with their equity interests. As of June 30, 2021, Universal Beijing Resort had $
3.3
billion of debt outstanding, including $
2.9
billion principal amount of a term loan under the debt financing agreement.
As of June 30, 2021, our condensed consolidated balance sheet included assets and liabilities of Universal Beijing Resort, totaling $
8.9
billion and $
7.1
billion, respectively. The assets and liabilities of Universal Beijing Resort primarily consist of property and equipment, operating lease assets and liabilities, and debt.
Note 7:
Investments
Investment and Other Income (Loss), Net
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
(in millions)
2021
2020
2021
2020
Equity in net income (losses) of investees, net
$
959
$
300
$
1,095
$
(
368
)
Realized and unrealized gains (losses) on equity securities, net
189
5
426
(
53
)
Other income (loss), net
69
115
87
125
Investment and other income (loss), net
$
1,216
$
420
$
1,607
$
(
296
)
The amount of unrealized gains (losses) recognized in the three months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020 that related to marketable and nonmarketable equity securities still held as of the end of each reporting period were gains of $
153
million and losses of $
79
million, respectively. The amount of unrealized gains (losses) recognized in the six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020 that related to marketable and nonmarketable equity securities still held as of the end of each reporting period were gains of $
264
million and losses of $
120
million, respectively.
Investments
(in millions)
June 30,
2021
December 31,
2020
Equity method
$
6,921
$
6,006
Marketable equity securities
338
460
Nonmarketable equity securities
2,116
1,950
Other investments
131
143
Total investments
9,506
8,559
Less: Current investments
39
292
Less: Investment securing collateralized obligation
564
447
Noncurrent investments
$
8,903
$
7,820
Equity Method
Atairos
Atairos follows investment company accounting and records its investments at their fair values each reporting period with the net gains or losses reflected in its statement of operations. We recognize our share of these gains and losses in equity in net income (losses) of investees, net. For the six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020, we made cash capital contributions to Atairos totaling $
24
million and $
172
million, respectively. As of June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, our investment in Atairos was $
4.8
billion and $
3.9
billion, respectively.
Hulu and Collateralized Obligation
In 2019, we borrowed $
5.2
billion under a term loan facility due March 2024 which is fully collateralized by the minimum guaranteed proceeds of the put/call option related to our investment in Hulu. As of June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, the
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carrying value and fair value of our collateralized obligation were $
5.2
billion. The estimated fair value was based on Level 2 inputs that use interest rates for debt with similar terms and remaining maturities. We present our investment in Hulu and the term loan separately in our condensed consolidated balance sheet in the captions “investment securing collateralized obligation” and “collateralized obligation,” respectively. The recorded value of our investment reflects our historical cost in applying the equity method, and as a result, is less than its fair value.
Other Investments
AirTouch
In April 2020, Verizon Americas, Inc., formerly known as AirTouch Communications, Inc. (“AirTouch”), redeemed the
two
series of preferred stock and we received cash payments totaling $
1.7
billion. Subsequently, we redeemed and repurchased the
three
series of preferred shares issued by one of our consolidated subsidiaries and made cash payments totaling $
1.8
billion.
Note 8:
Equity and Share-Based Compensation
Weighted-Average Common Shares Outstanding
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
(in millions)
2021
2020
2021
2020
Weighted-average number of common shares outstanding – basic
4,601
4,570
4,596
4,566
Effect of dilutive securities
72
37
73
45
Weighted-average number of common shares outstanding – diluted
4,673
4,607
4,669
4,611
Diluted earnings per common share attributable to Comcast Corporation shareholders (“diluted EPS”) considers the impact of potentially dilutive securities using the treasury stock method. The amount of potential common shares related to our share-based compensation plans that were excluded from diluted EPS because their effect would have been antidilutive was not material in any of the periods presented.
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
(in millions)
June 30,
2021
December 31,
2020
Cumulative translation adjustments
$
1,806
$
1,790
Deferred gains (losses) on cash flow hedges
—
(
109
)
Unrecognized gains (losses) on employee benefit obligations and other
186
203
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), net of deferred taxes
$
1,992
$
1,884
Share-Based Compensation
Our share-based compensation plans consist primarily of awards of RSUs and stock options to certain employees and directors as part of our approach to long-term incentive compensation. Additionally, through our employee stock purchase plans, employees are able to purchase shares of our common stock at a discount through payroll deductions.
In March 2021, we granted
12.8
million RSUs and
42.3
million stock options related to our annual management awards. The weighted-average fair values associated with these grants were $
54.62
per RSU and $
9.64
per stock option.
Recognized Share-Based Compensation Expense
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
(in millions)
2021
2020
2021
2020
Restricted share units
$
185
$
179
$
391
$
320
Stock options
89
83
178
154
Employee stock purchase plans
9
9
20
21
Total
$
282
$
271
$
589
$
495
As of June 30, 2021, we had unrecognized pretax compensation expense of $
1.4
billion and $
726
million related to nonvested RSUs and nonvested stock options, respectively.
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Note 9:
Supplemental Financial Information
Income Taxes
In the second quarter of 2021, tax law changes were enacted in the United Kingdom that, among other provisions, will increase the corporate tax rate to 25% from 19% effective April 1, 2023. The rate change resulted in an increase to our net deferred tax liabilities of $
498
million and a corresponding increase to income tax expense in the second quarter of 2021. Our income tax expense in the United Kingdom will be based on the new rate beginning in 2023.
Cash Payments for Interest and Income Taxes
Six Months Ended
June 30,
(in millions)
2021
2020
Interest
$
1,909
$
1,936
Income taxes
$
1,832
$
333
Noncash Activities
During the six months ended June 30, 2021:
•
we recognized operating lease assets and liabilities of $
2.8
billion related to Universal Beijing Resort with lease terms of
33
years and using a weighted average discount rate of
4.4
%
•
we acquired $
1.5
billion of property and equipment and intangible assets that were accrued but unpaid
•
we recorded a liability of $
1.2
billion for a quarterly cash dividend of $
0.25
per common share paid in July 2021
During the six months ended June 30, 2020:
•
we acquired $
1.8
billion of property and equipment and intangible assets that were accrued but unpaid
•
we recorded a liability of $
1.1
billion for a quarterly cash dividend of $
0.23
per common share paid in July 2020
Cash, Cash Equivalents and Restricted Cash
The following table provides a reconciliation of cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash reported in the condensed consolidated balance sheet to the total of the amounts reported in our condensed consolidated statement of cash flows.
(in millions)
June 30,
2021
December 31,
2020
Cash and cash equivalents
$
12,378
$
11,740
Restricted cash included in other current assets
26
14
Restricted cash included in other noncurrent assets, net
14
14
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, end of period
$
12,418
$
11,768
Note 10:
Commitments and Contingencies
Redeemable Subsidiary Preferred Stock
In the first quarter of 2021, we redeemed all of the NBCUniversal Enterprise, Inc. preferred stock and made cash payments equal to the aggregate liquidation preference of $
725
million. As of December 31, 2020, the preferred stock had a carrying value equal to its liquidation preference and was presented in redeemable noncontrolling interests and redeemable subsidiary preferred stock.
Contingencies
We are subject to legal proceedings and claims that arise in the ordinary course of our business. While the amount of ultimate liability with respect to such actions is not expected to materially affect our results of operations, cash flows or financial position, any litigation resulting from any such legal proceedings or claims could be time-consuming and injure our reputation.
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ITEM 2: MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
The following discussion is provided as a supplement to, and should be read in conjunction with, the condensed consolidated financial statements and related notes included in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q and our 2020 Annual Report on Form 10-K.
Overview
We are a global media and technology company with three primary businesses: Comcast Cable, NBCUniversal, and Sky. We present our operations for (1) Comcast Cable in one reportable business segment, referred to as Cable Communications; (2) NBCUniversal in three reportable business segments: Media, Studios and Theme Parks (collectively, the “NBCUniversal segments”); and (3) Sky in one reportable business segment. Refer to Note 2 for information on our reportable segments, including a description of the segment change implemented in the first quarter of 2021. All amounts are presented on a consistent basis under the new segment structure.
Impacts of COVID-19
The novel coronavirus disease 2019 (“COVID-19”) and measures taken to prevent its spread across the globe have impacted our businesses in a number of ways. COVID-19 has had material negative impacts on NBCUniversal and Sky results of operations primarily due to the temporary restrictions and closures at our theme parks and the impacts of professional sports, respectively. We expect the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic will continue to adversely impact our consolidated results of operations over the near to medium term, although the extent of such impact will depend on restrictive governmental measures, U.S. and global economic conditions, expanded availability and acceptance of vaccines and consumer behavior in response to COVID-19. The most significant effects of COVID-19 began in the latter part of the first quarter of 2020, affecting the comparability of periods included in this report. The following summary provides a discussion of current and potential future effects of the pandemic with direct impacts to our businesses.
Cable Communications
•
Beginning in March 2020, new qualifying customers for Internet Essentials, our low-income internet adoption program, receive 60 days of free broadband services. Our customer metrics do not include customers in the free Internet Essentials offer or certain high-risk customers who continued to receive service following nonpayment as a result of COVID-19 programs. The number of customers excluded from our customer metrics has continued to decrease as some of these customers either began paying for service, resulting in customer net additions, or disconnected and no longer receive service, and we expect this to continue in future periods. We have experienced improvement in customer collections; however, we believe there continues to be a risk associated with collections on our outstanding receivables as a result of COVID-19.
NBCUniversal
•
Our theme parks in Orlando and Hollywood were operating without capacity restrictions as of the end of the second quarter of 2021, following periods with capacity restrictions in place. Our theme park in Japan was temporarily closed for a period in the second quarter of 2021, but was reopened and operating with capacity restrictions as of the end of the quarter. The capacity restrictions and temporary closures of our theme parks had a significant impact on our revenue and Adjusted EBITDA for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 on a consolidated basis. We expect the results of operations at our theme parks will continue to be negatively impacted and we cannot predict if our parks will remain open or be subject to capacity restrictions, or the level of attendance at our reopened parks. We currently expect that Universal Beijing Resort will open later in 2021. The development of the Epic Universe theme park in Orlando resumed in the first quarter of 2021.
•
Delays to the start of seasons for certain professional sports leagues, including the 2020-2021 NHL and NBA seasons, resulted in the shift of additional events into the first and second quarters of 2021 compared to a normal year, which impacted the timing of revenue and expense recognition, because both advertising revenue and costs associated with broadcasting these programs are recognized when events are broadcast. We expect the timing of sports seasons to generally return to a normal calendar beginning in the third quarter of 2021. In addition, the 2020 Tokyo Olympics were postponed from the third quarter of 2020 to the third quarter of 2021, resulting in a corresponding delay of the associated revenue and costs.
•
Our studio production operations have generally returned to full capacity. With the temporary closure and limited capacity operation of many movie theaters worldwide, we have delayed or altered the theatrical distribution strategy for certain of our films, both domestically and internationally. Delays in theatrical releases affect both current and future periods as a result of corresponding delays in subsequent content licensing windows. We expect results of
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operations in our Studios segment to continue to be negatively impacted over the near to medium term as a result of COVID-19.
Sky
•
Direct-to-consumer revenue has been negatively impacted, and future periods may be negatively impacted, as a result of lower sports subscription revenue due to the closures and extent of reopening of our commercial customers
’
locations. In addition, delays to the start of the 2020-2021 seasons for certain sports, including European football, resulted in the shift of additional events and the significant costs associated with broadcasting these programs into the first and second quarters of 2021 compared to a normal year. We expect the timing of sports seasons to generally return to a normal calendar beginning in the third quarter of 2021.
In 2020, our businesses implemented separate cost savings initiatives, with the most significant relating to severance at NBCUniversal in connection with the realignment of the operating structure in our television businesses as well as overall reductions in the cost base. The costs of these initiatives were presented in Corporate and Other. Payments related to NBCUniversal employee severance are expected to be completed in 2021 and the related costs savings will be realized in operating costs and expenses primarily beginning in 2021. A portion of these cost savings may be reallocated to investments in content and other strategic initiatives.
Consolidated Operating Results
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Increase/
(Decrease)
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Increase/
(Decrease)
(in millions, except per share data)
2021
2020
%
2021
2020
%
Revenue
$
28,546
$
23,715
20.4
%
$
55,751
$
50,324
10.8
%
Costs and Expenses:
Programming and production
9,256
6,817
35.8
18,175
15,118
20.2
Other operating and administrative
8,549
7,646
11.8
16,818
15,900
5.8
Advertising, marketing and promotion
1,851
1,341
38.0
3,467
3,279
5.7
Depreciation
2,113
2,099
0.7
4,231
4,206
0.6
Amortization
1,270
1,165
8.9
2,514
2,322
8.3
Operating income
5,507
4,647
18.5
10,546
9,499
11.0
Interest expense
(1,093)
(1,112)
(1.7)
(2,112)
(2,324)
(9.1)
Investment and other income (loss), net
1,216
420
189.8
1,607
(296)
NM
Income before income taxes
5,630
3,955
42.4
10,042
6,879
46.0
Income tax expense
(2,000)
(946)
111.4
(3,119)
(1,646)
89.5
Net income
3,630
3,009
20.7
6,922
5,233
32.3
Less: Net income (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interests and redeemable subsidiary preferred stock
(108)
21
NM
(145)
98
NM
Net income attributable to Comcast Corporation
$
3,738
$
2,988
25.1
%
$
7,067
$
5,135
37.6
%
Basic earnings per common share attributable to Comcast Corporation shareholders
$
0.81
$
0.65
24.6
%
$
1.54
$
1.12
37.5
%
Diluted earnings per common share attributable to Comcast Corporation shareholders
$
0.80
$
0.65
23.1
%
$
1.51
$
1.11
36.0
%
Adjusted EBITDA
(a)
$
8,927
$
7,927
12.6
%
$
17,339
$
16,057
8.0
%
Percentage changes that are considered not meaningful are denoted with NM.
(a)
Adjusted EBITDA is a non-GAAP financial measure. Refer to the “Non-GAAP Financial Measures” section on page 26 for additional information, including our definition and our use of Adjusted EBITDA, and for a reconciliation from net income attributable to Comcast Corporation to Adjusted EBITDA.
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Consolidated Revenue
Cable Communications, Sky, Media, Theme Parks and Studios drove increases in consolidated revenue for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021.
Revenue for our segments and other businesses is discussed separately below under the heading “Segment Operating Results.”
Consolidated Costs and Expenses
Sky, Media, Cable Communications, Theme Parks and Studios drove increases in consolidated operating costs and expenses for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021.
Operating costs and expenses for our segments and our corporate operations, businesses development initiatives and other businesses are discussed separately below under the heading “Segment Operating Results.”
Consolidated Depreciation and Amortization Expense
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Increase/
(Decrease)
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Increase/
(Decrease)
(in millions)
2021
2020
%
2021
2020
%
Cable Communications
$
1,950
$
1,937
0.7
%
$
3,880
$
3,883
(0.1)
%
NBCUniversal
586
579
1.0
1,168
1,145
2.0
Sky
826
720
14.7
1,640
1,438
14.0
Corporate and Other
21
28
(23.3)
57
62
(7.0)
Comcast Consolidated
$
3,383
$
3,264
3.6
%
$
6,745
$
6,528
3.3
%
Consolidated depreciation and amortization expense increased for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same periods in 2020 primarily due to increased
amortization expense at Sky due to the impact of foreign currency
.
Amortization expense from acquisition-related intangible assets totaled $586 million and $1.2 billion for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively. Amortization expense from acquisition-related intangible assets totaled $565 million and $1.1 billion for the three and six months ended June 30, 2020, respectively. Amounts primarily relate to customer relationship intangible assets recorded in connection with the Sky transaction in the fourth quarter of 2018 and the NBCUniversal transaction in 2011.
Consolidated Interest Expense
Interest expense decreased for the three months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same period in 2020 primarily due to a decrease in average debt outstanding, partially offset by a $78 million charge recorded in the current period related to the early redemption of senior notes due 2024. Interest expense decreased for the six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same period in 2020 primarily due to a $140 million charge recorded in the prior year period related to the early redemption of senior notes, as well as a decrease in average debt outstanding, partially offset by a $78 million charge recorded in the current period related to the early redemption of senior notes due 2024.
Consolidated Investment and Other Income (Loss), Net
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Increase/
(Decrease)
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Increase/
(Decrease)
(in millions)
2021
2020
%
2021
2020
%
Equity in net income (losses) of investees, net
$
959
$
300
NM
$
1,095
$
(368)
NM
Realized and unrealized gains (losses) on equity securities, net
189
5
NM
426
(53)
NM
Other income (loss), net
69
115
(40.1)
87
125
(30.8)
Total investment and other income (loss), net
$
1,216
$
420
189.8
%
$
1,607
$
(296)
NM
The change in investment and other income (loss) net for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same periods in 2020 was primarily due to equity in net income (losses) of investees, net related to our investment in Atairos Group, Inc. and realized and unrealized gains (losses) on equity securities, net related to fair value adjustments for nonmarketable equity securities. The income (losses) at Atairos were driven by fair value adjustments on its underlying investments with income of $883 million and $960 million for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively, and income of $446 million and losses of $135 million for the three and six months ended June 30, 2020, respectively.
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Consolidated Income Tax Expense
Income tax expense for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020 reflects an effective income tax rate that differs from the federal statutory rate primarily due to state and foreign income taxes and adjustments associated with uncertain tax positions. The increases in income tax expense for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same periods in 2020 were primarily due to higher income before income taxes. We also recognized income tax expense of $498 million related to an increase in our net deferred tax liability as a result of the enactment of tax law changes in the United Kingdom in the second quarter of 2021. Refer to Note 9 for further discussion.
Segment Operating Results
Our segment operating results are presented based on how we assess operating performance and internally report financial information. We use Adjusted EBITDA as the measure of profit or loss for our operating segments. See Note 2 for our definition of Adjusted EBITDA and a reconciliation from the aggregate amount of Adjusted EBITDA for our reportable business segments to consolidated income before income taxes.
Cable Communications Segment Results of Operations
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Increase/
(Decrease)
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Increase/
(Decrease)
(in millions)
2021
2020
%
2021
2020
%
Revenue
Residential:
Broadband
$
5,717
$
5,000
14.3
%
$
11,317
$
10,001
13.2
%
Video
5,554
5,415
2.6
11,177
11,047
1.2
Voice
870
877
(0.8)
1,741
1,776
(2.0)
Wireless
556
326
70.4
1,069
669
59.8
Business services
2,202
2,004
9.9
4,369
4,047
8.0
Advertising
679
428
58.6
1,296
985
31.6
Other
425
378
12.4
838
821
2.1
Total revenue
16,002
14,428
10.9
31,807
29,346
8.4
Operating costs and expenses
Programming
3,593
3,203
12.1
7,263
6,682
8.7
Technical and product support
2,075
1,933
7.3
4,096
3,945
3.8
Customer service
582
601
(3.2)
1,184
1,238
(4.4)
Advertising, marketing and promotion
971
834
16.5
1,876
1,788
4.9
Franchise and other regulatory fees
449
398
12.8
950
804
18.1
Other
1,260
1,283
(1.8)
2,536
2,637
(3.8)
Total operating costs and expenses
8,929
8,252
8.2
17,904
17,094
4.7
Adjusted EBITDA
$
7,073
$
6,176
14.5
%
$
13,903
$
12,252
13.5
%
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Customer Metrics
Net Additions / (Losses)
June 30,
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
(in thousands)
2021
2020
2021
2020
2021
2020
Customer relationships
Residential customer relationships
31,339
29,724
277
241
647
601
Business services customer relationships
2,454
2,384
17
(24)
28
(12)
Total customer relationships
33,793
32,108
294
217
675
589
Residential customer relationships mix
One product customers
13,477
11,306
480
531
1,069
1,085
Two product customers
8,562
8,742
(83)
(107)
(173)
(181)
Three or more product customers
9,299
9,676
(120)
(184)
(250)
(303)
Broadband
Residential customers
29,108
27,194
334
340
782
806
Business services customers
2,280
2,209
20
(17)
32
(6)
Total broadband customers
31,388
29,403
354
323
814
800
Video
Residential customers
18,225
19,473
(364)
(427)
(768)
(814)
Business services customers
731
894
(34)
(51)
(121)
(72)
Total video customers
18,956
20,367
(399)
(477)
(889)
(887)
Voice
Residential customers
9,412
9,698
(121)
(142)
(233)
(236)
Business services customers
1,376
1,331
13
(16)
19
(12)
Total voice customers
10,788
11,029
(108)
(158)
(214)
(248)
Wireless
Wireless lines
3,383
2,393
280
126
558
342
Customer metrics are presented based on actual amounts. Minor differences may exist due to rounding. Customer relationships represent the number of residential and business customers that subscribe to at least one of our services. One product, two product, and three or more product customers represent residential customers that subscribe to one, two, or three or more of our services, respectively. For multiple dwelling units (“MDUs”), including buildings located on college campuses, whose residents have the ability to receive additional services, such as additional programming choices or our high-definition video (“HD”) or digital video recorder (“DVR”) services, we count and report customers based on the number of potential billable relationships within each MDU. For MDUs whose residents are not able to receive additional services, the MDU is counted as a single customer. Residential broadband and video customer metrics include certain customers that have prepaid for services. Business customers are generally counted based on the number of locations receiving services within our distribution system, with certain offerings such as Ethernet network services counted as individual customer relationships. Wireless lines represent the number of activated, eligible wireless devices on customers’ accounts. Individual customer relationships may have multiple wireless lines. Customer metrics for 2021 and 2020 do not include customers in the free Internet Essentials offer or certain high-risk customers who continued to receive service following nonpayment (refer to “Impacts of COVID-19” for further discussion). Total residential customer relationships and broadband customers were updated in the first quarter of 2021 due to a conforming change to methodology, resulting in a reduction of approximately 26,000 customers. There was no impact to net additions and information for all periods presented have been recast on a comparable basis.
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Increase/(Decrease)
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Increase/(Decrease)
2021
2020
%
2021
2020
%
Average monthly total revenue per customer relationship
$
158.53
$
150.29
5.5
%
$
158.45
$
153.74
3.1
%
Average monthly Adjusted EBITDA per customer relationship
$
70.07
$
64.33
8.9
%
$
69.26
$
64.18
7.9
%
Average monthly total revenue per customer relationship is impacted by rate adjustments and changes in the types and levels of services received by our residential and business services customers, as well as changes in advertising revenue. While revenue from our residential broadband, video and voice services is also impacted by changes in the allocation of revenue among services sold in a bundle, the allocation does not impact average monthly total revenue per customer relationship.
Each of our services has a different contribution to operating margin and we also use average monthly Adjusted EBITDA per customer relationship to evaluate the profitability of our customer base across our service offerings. We believe these metrics are useful to understand the trends in our business and average monthly Adjusted EBITDA per customer relationship is useful particularly as we continue to focus on growing our higher-margin businesses, including residential broadband and business services.
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Cable Communications Segment – Revenue
Broadband
Revenue increased for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same periods in 2020 due to increases in the number of residential broadband customers and increases in average rates. Average rates in the second quarter of 2020 were negatively impacted by waived fees due to COVID-19 and the impacts of customer adjustments. Refer to “Video” below for further information.
Video
Revenue increased for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same periods in 2020 due to increases in average rates, partially offset by declines in the number of residential video customers. Average rates in the second quarter of 2020 were negatively impacted by customer adjustments accrued as a result of provisions in our programming distribution agreements with regional sports networks related to canceled sporting events. For customers receiving bundled services, the revenue reduction was allocated across each of the services in the bundle. We expect that the number of residential video customers will continue to decline, negatively impacting video revenue as a result of the competitive environment and shifting video consumption patterns.
Voice
Revenue decreased for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same periods in 2020 primarily due to declines in the number of residential voice customers, partially offset by increases in average rates. We expect that the number of residential voice customers and voice revenue will continue to decline.
Wireless
Revenue increased for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same periods in 2020 primarily due to increases in the number of customer lines and sales of devices.
Business Services
Revenue increased for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same periods in 2020 primarily due to increases in average rates compared to the prior year periods, which were negatively impacted by COVID-19, and increases in the number of customers receiving our services.
Advertising
Revenue increased for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same periods in 2020 reflecting an overall market recovery in the current year periods and reduced spending from advertisers in the prior year periods as a result of COVID-19.
Other
Revenue increased for the three months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same period in 2020 due to increases in revenue from our security and automation services and from the licensing of our technology platforms. Revenue increased for the six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same period in 2020 due to an increase in the licensing of our technology platforms.
Cable Communications Segment – Operating Costs and Expenses
Programming expenses increased for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same periods in 2020. The prior year periods include the impacts of adjustment provisions in our programming distribution agreements with regional sports networks related to canceled sporting events as a result of COVID-19. Excluding these adjustments, programming expenses increased due to increases in retransmission consent and sports programming rates, partially offset by declines in the number of video subscribers. We anticipate that our programming expenses will be impacted by rate increases to a greater extent in 2021 compared to 2020 due to the timing of contract renewals, partially offset by expected declines in the number of residential video customers.
Technical and product support expenses increased for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same periods in 2020 due to increased costs associated with our wireless phone service, partially offset by lower personnel costs.
Customer service expenses decreased for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same periods in 2020 primarily due to lower labor costs as a result of cost savings initiatives and reduced call volumes.
Advertising, marketing and promotion expenses increased for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same periods in 2020 primarily due to decreased spending as a result of COVID-19 in the prior year periods.
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Franchise and other regulatory fees increased for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same periods in 2020 primarily due to increases in regulatory costs.
Other operating costs and expenses decreased for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same periods in 2020 primarily due to decreases in bad debt expense, partially offset by higher third-party advertising costs.
Cable Communications Segment – Operating Margin
Our operating margin is Adjusted EBITDA as a percentage of revenue. We believe this metric is useful particularly as we continue to focus on growing our higher-margin businesses, including residential broadband and business services, and on improving overall operating cost management.
Our operating margin for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 was and 44.2% and 43.7%, respectively. Our operating margin for the three and six months ended June 30, 2020 was 42.8% and 41.7%, respectively. While the accrued adjustments for regional sports networks did not impact Adjusted EBITDA, they resulted in an increase to operating margins in the prior year periods. The most significant operating costs and expenses are the programming expenses we incur to provide content to our video customers, which increased 12.1% and 8.7% for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively, compared to the same periods in 2020.
NBCUniversal Segments Results of Operations
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Increase/
(Decrease)
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Increase/
(Decrease)
(in millions)
2021
2020
%
2021
2020
%
Revenue
Media
$
5,148
$
4,096
25.7
%
$
10,184
$
8,974
13.5
%
Studios
2,224
2,052
8.4
4,620
4,461
3.6
Theme Parks
1,095
136
NM
1,714
1,061
61.5
Headquarters and Other
22
11
97.4
38
20
92.3
Eliminations
(534)
(580)
7.8
(1,576)
(1,072)
(47.1)
Total revenue
$
7,955
$
5,715
39.2
%
$
14,980
$
13,444
11.4
%
Adjusted EBITDA
Media
$
1,378
$
1,636
(15.8)
%
$
2,851
$
3,165
(9.9)
%
Studios
156
323
(51.7)
653
623
4.8
Theme Parks
221
(393)
NM
159
(306)
NM
Headquarters and Other
(186)
(82)
(127.3)
(395)
(303)
(30.3)
Eliminations
(15)
(104)
85.6
(225)
(110)
(103.0)
Total Adjusted EBITDA
$
1,553
$
1,380
12.5
%
$
3,043
$
3,069
(0.8)
%
Media Segment Results of Operations
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Increase/
(Decrease)
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Increase/
(Decrease)
(in millions)
2021
2020
%
2021
2020
%
Revenue
Advertising
$
2,189
$
1,648
32.8
%
$
4,282
$
3,815
12.3
%
Distribution
2,452
2,060
19.0
4,947
4,347
13.8
Other
507
388
31.1
955
812
17.6
Total revenue
5,148
4,096
25.7
10,184
8,974
13.5
Operating costs and expenses
Programming and production
2,679
1,589
68.6
5,201
3,857
34.8
Other operating and administrative
854
755
13.0
1,673
1,595
4.8
Advertising, marketing and promotion
238
116
106.2
460
357
29.0
Total operating costs and expenses
3,770
2,460
53.3
7,334
5,809
26.2
Adjusted EBITDA
$
1,378
$
1,636
(15.8)
%
$
2,851
$
3,165
(9.9)
%
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Media Segment – Revenue
Revenue increased for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same periods in 2020 due to increases in advertising revenue, distribution revenue and other revenue. Advertising revenue increased primarily due to an increased number of sporting events and higher pricing in the current year periods, reduced spending from advertisers in the prior year periods as a result of COVID-19 and increased advertising revenue at Peacock. These increases were partially offset by continued audience ratings declines at our networks. Distribution revenue increased due to contractual rate increases in the current year periods and credits accrued in the prior year periods at some of our regional sports networks resulting from the reduced number of games played by professional sports leagues due to COVID-19, partially offset by declines in the number of subscribers at our networks. Other revenue increased primarily due to increased revenue from our digital properties.
We expect the number of subscribers and audience ratings at our networks will continue to decline as a result of the competitive environment and shifting video consumption patterns. Revenue included $122 million and $213 million related to Peacock for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively. Revenue included $6 million related to Peacock for both the three and six months ended June 30, 2020.
Media Segment – Operating Costs and Expenses
Operating costs and expenses increased for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same periods in 2020 due to increases in programming and production costs, advertising, marketing and promotion costs and other operating and administrative costs. Programming and production costs increased primarily due to higher sports programming costs driven by increases in the number of sporting events as a result of the postponement and cancellation of events in the prior year as a result of COVID-19 and higher amortization expenses in the current year periods related to programming at Peacock. Advertising, marketing and promotion costs increased primarily due to higher marketing related to Peacock, which was partially offset by lower spend related to our networks in the six month period. Other operating and administrative costs increased due to increased costs related to Peacock, partially offset by cost savings initiatives in the six month period.
Operating costs and expenses included $485 million and $853 million related to Peacock for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively. Operating costs and expenses included $123 million and $182 million related to Peacock for the three and six months ended June 30, 2020, respectively. We expect to continue to incur significant costs related to additional content and marketing as we invest in the platform and attract new customers.
Studios Segment Results of Operations
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Increase/
(Decrease)
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Increase/
(Decrease)
(in millions)
2021
2020
%
2021
2020
%
Revenue
Content licensing
$
1,781
$
1,746
2.0
%
$
3,855
$
3,565
8.1
%
Theatrical
198
7
NM
237
323
(26.6)
Home entertainment and other
245
299
(17.6)
527
573
(7.8)
Total revenue
2,224
2,052
8.4
4,620
4,461
3.6
Operating costs and expenses
Programming and production
1,603
1,398
14.8
3,217
2,911
10.5
Other operating and administrative
169
167
1.4
329
380
(13.2)
Advertising, marketing and promotion
296
164
80.4
420
547
(23.2)
Total operating costs and expenses
2,068
1,729
19.7
3,967
3,838
3.4
Adjusted EBITDA
$
156
$
323
(51.7)
%
$
653
$
623
4.8
%
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Studios Segment – Revenue
Revenue increased for the three months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same period in 2020 due to increases in theatrical revenue and content licensing revenue, offset by a decrease in home entertainment and other revenue. Theatrical revenue increased primarily due to releases in the current year period, including
F9
, and the impact of theater closures in the prior year period
.
Content licensing revenue increased primarily due to the timing of when content was made available by our television studios under licensing agreements, partially offset by decreases at our film studios as a result of COVID-19 and the impacts of initial licenses of content associated with the launch of Peacock in the prior year period. Home entertainment and other revenue decreased primarily due to a reduced number of releases in the current year period due to COVID-19.
Revenue increased for the six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same period in 2020 due to an increase in content licensing revenue, offset by decreases in theatrical revenue and home entertainment and other revenue. Content licensing revenue increased primarily due to the timing of when content was made available by our television studios under licensing agreements, including a new licensing agreement for content that became exclusively available for streaming on Peacock during the first quarter of 2021. Theatrical revenue decreased primarily due to the impacts of COVID-19 on the operation of movie theaters. Home entertainment and other revenue decreased primarily due to a reduced number of releases in the current year period due to COVID-19.
Studios Segment – Operating Costs and Expenses
Operating costs and expenses increased for the three months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same period in 2020 due to increases in programming and production costs and advertising, marketing and promotion costs. Programming and production costs increased primarily due to higher amortization associated with content licensing sales in the current year period, as well as the impact from the updated accounting guidance related to episodic television series, which was adopted and had a favorable impact on programming and production expense in the prior year period. Advertising, marketing and promotion costs increased due to higher spending on theatrical releases in the current year period.
Operating costs and expenses increased for the six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same period in 2020 due to increases in programming and production costs, partially offset by decreases in advertising, marketing and promotion costs and other operating and administrative costs. Programming and production costs increased primarily due to higher amortization associated with content licensing sales, including the new licensing agreement for content that became exclusively available for streaming on Peacock during the first quarter of 2021, as well as the impact from the updated accounting guidance related to episodic television series in the prior year period. These increases were partially offset by a decrease in amortization associated with theatrical releases in the current year period. Advertising, marketing and promotion costs decreased due to lower spending on theatrical film releases in the current year period. Other operating and administrative costs decreased due to cost savings initiatives.
Theme Parks Segment Results of Operations
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Increase/
(Decrease)
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Increase/
(Decrease)
(in millions)
2021
2020
%
2021
2020
%
Revenue
$
1,095
$
136
NM
$
1,714
$
1,061
61.5
%
Operating costs and expenses
874
529
65.4
1,555
1,367
13.7
Adjusted EBITDA
$
221
$
(393)
NM
$
159
$
(306)
NM
Theme Parks Segment – Revenue
Revenue increased for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same periods in 2020 primarily due to the operation of our theme parks in the current year periods compared to temporary closures and capacity restrictions as a result of COVID-19 in the prior year periods. All of our theme parks temporarily closed beginning in mid to late first quarter of 2020. Our theme park in Orlando reopened with capacity restrictions in the second quarter of 2020 and was operating without capacity restrictions as of the end of the second quarter of 2021. Our theme park in Hollywood reopened with capacity restrictions early in the second quarter of 2021 and was operating without capacity restrictions as of the end of the quarter. Our theme park in Japan reopened with capacity restrictions in the second quarter of 2020, was temporarily closed for a period in the second quarter of 2021 and has reopened, with capacity restrictions as of the end of the quarter.
Theme Parks Segment – Operating Costs and Expenses
Operating costs and expenses increased for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same periods in 2020 primarily due to the operation of our theme parks in the current year periods compared to temporary closures and capacity
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restrictions in the prior year periods, as well as increased pre-opening costs associated with Universal Beijing Resort. We expect to incur additional pre-opening costs ahead of the expected opening of Universal Beijing Resort later in 2021.
NBCUniversal Headquarters, Other and Eliminations
Headquarters and Other Results of Operations
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Increase/
(Decrease)
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Increase/
(Decrease)
(in millions)
2021
2020
%
2021
2020
%
Revenue
$
22
$
11
97.4
%
$
38
$
20
92.3
%
Operating costs and expenses
208
93
123.7
433
323
34.0
Adjusted EBITDA
$
(186)
$
(82)
(127.3)
%
$
(395)
$
(303)
(30.3)
%
Operating costs and expenses include overhead, personnel costs and costs associated with corporate initiatives.
Eliminations
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Increase/
(Decrease)
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Increase/
(Decrease)
(in millions)
2021
2020
%
2021
2020
%
Revenue
$
(534)
$
(580)
(7.8)
%
$
(1,576)
$
(1,072)
47.1
%
Operating costs and expenses
(518)
(476)
9.5
(1,351)
(962)
40.6
Adjusted EBITDA
$
(15)
$
(104)
(85.6)
%
$
(225)
$
(110)
103.0%
Amounts represent eliminations of transactions between our NBCUniversal segments, which are affected by the timing of recognition of content licenses between our Studios and Media segments. Current year amounts include the impact of a new licensing agreement for content that became exclusively available for streaming on Peacock during the first quarter of 2021, and prior year amounts include the impacts of initial licenses of content associated with the launch of Peacock.
For the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, approximately 33% and 44%, respectively, of Studios segment content licensing revenue resulted from transactions with other segments, primarily with the Media segment. For the three and six months ended June 30, 2020, approximately 36% and 33%, respectively, of Studios segment content licensing revenue resulted from transactions with other segments, primarily with the Media segment. Eliminations will increase or decrease to the extent that additional content is made available to our other segments. Refer to Note 2 for further discussion of transactions between our segments.
Sky Segment Results of Operations
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Increase/
(Decrease)
Constant Currency Growth
(a)
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Increase/
(Decrease)
Constant Currency Growth
(a)
(in millions)
2021
2020
%
%
2021
2020
%
%
Revenue
Direct-to-consumer
$
4,222
$
3,524
19.9
%
7.7
%
$
8,288
$
7,203
15.1
%
4.7
%
Content
355
234
51.6
36.1
713
559
27.6
16.3
Advertising
643
321
99.8
78.8
1,216
834
45.8
33.0
Total revenue
5,220
4,079
28.0
14.9
10,217
8,596
18.9
8.2
Operating costs and expenses
Programming and production
2,447
1,543
58.5
42.6
4,931
3,607
36.7
24.7
Direct network costs
625
498
25.4
11.4
1,256
955
31.5
19.2
Other
1,589
1,289
23.4
10.6
3,107
2,734
13.7
3.5
Total operating costs and expenses
4,660
3,330
40.0
25.5
9,294
7,296
27.4
16.0
Adjusted EBITDA
$
560
$
749
(25.3)
%
(32.4)
%
$
924
$
1,300
(29.0)
%
(35.4)
%
All percentages are calculated based on actual amounts. Minor differences may exist due to rounding.
(a)
Constant currency growth is a non-GAAP financial measure. Refer to the “Non-GAAP Financial Measures” section on page 26 for additional information, including our definition and our use of constant currency, and for a reconciliation of Sky’s constant currency growth rates.
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Net Additions / (Losses)
June 30,
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
(in thousands)
2021
2020
2021
2020
2021
2020
Total customer relationships
23,198
23,002
(248)
(214)
(26)
(278)
Customer metrics are presented based on actual amounts. Minor differences may exist due to rounding. Customer relationships represent the number of residential customers that subscribe to at least one of Sky’s four primary services of video, broadband, voice and wireless phone service. Sky reports commercial customers, including hotels, bars, workplaces and restaurants, generally based on the number of locations receiving our services. In the first quarter of 2021, we implemented conforming changes to our methodology for counting commercial customers in Italy and Germany, which are now counted as described above, consistent with customers in the United Kingdom. Previously these customers were counted based on a residential equivalent unit in Italy and the number of active venues or rooms in Germany. This change resulted in a reduction in Sky’s total customer relationships of 714,000 as of December 31, 2020. The impact of the change in methodology to customer relationship net additions for any period was not material. For comparative purposes, we have updated Sky’s historical total customer relationships and average monthly direct-to-consumer revenue per customer relationship to reflect this adjustment.
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Increase/
(Decrease)
Constant
Currency
Growth
(a)
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Increase/
(Decrease)
Constant
Currency
Growth
(a)
2021
2020
%
%
2021
2020
%
%
Average monthly direct-to-consumer revenue per customer relationship
$
60.35
$
50.82
18.8
%
6.7 %
$
59.50
$
51.87
14.7
%
4.4
%
(a)
Constant currency growth is a non-GAAP financial measure. Refer to the “Non-GAAP Financial Measures” section on page 26 for additional information, including our definition and our use of constant currency, and for a reconciliation of Sky’s constant currency growth rates.
Average monthly direct-to-consumer revenue per customer relationship is impacted by rate adjustments and changes in the types and levels of services received by Sky’s customers. Each of Sky’s services has a different contribution to Adjusted EBITDA. We believe average monthly direct-to-consumer revenue per customer relationship is useful in understanding the trends in our business across all of our direct-to-consumer service offerings.
Sky Segment – Revenue
Direct-to-Consumer
Revenue increased for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same periods in 2020. Excluding the impact of foreign currency, revenue increased primarily due to increases in average revenue per customer relationship and customer relationships. The increases in average revenue per customer relationship were primarily due to the impacts of the postponement of sporting events in the prior year periods as a result of COVID-19 and rate increases in the United Kingdom.
Content
Revenue increased for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same periods in 2020. Excluding the impact of foreign currency, revenue increased primarily due to higher revenue from sports programming licensing arrangements and from the distribution of Sky’s sports programming on third-party platforms, both reflecting the postponement of sporting events in the prior year periods as a result of COVID-19.
Advertising
Revenue increased for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same periods in 2020. Excluding the impact of foreign currency, revenue increased primarily reflecting an overall market recovery and an increased number of sporting events in the current year periods, and reduced spending from advertisers in the prior year periods, as a result of COVID-19.
Sky Segment – Operating Costs and Expenses
Programming and production costs increased for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same periods in 2020. Excluding the impact of foreign currency, programming and production costs increased primarily due to increases in the number of sporting events in the current year periods due to COVID-19, including the impacts of the delayed starts of the 2020-2021 European football seasons and the disrupted seasons in the first and second quarters of 2020. We held the Italian broadcast rights to Lega Nazionale Professionisti Serie A through the end of the 2020-2021 season. Beginning with the 2021-2022 season and through the 2023-2024 season, we will have nonexclusive broadcast rights to a reduced number of matches, which will result in a reduction in programming and production costs and we expect will result in declines in revenue and customer relationships in Italy.
Direct network costs increased for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same periods in 2020. Excluding the impact of foreign currency, direct network costs increased primarily due to increases in costs associated with
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Sky’s wireless phone and broadband services as a result of increases in the sale of handsets and the number of customers receiving these services.
Other expenses increased for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same periods in 2020. Excluding the impact of foreign currency, other expenses increased primarily due to higher fees paid to third-party channels related to advertising sales and higher marketing costs, both reflecting the impact of COVID-19 in the prior year periods, partially offset by lower personnel costs.
Corporate, Other and Eliminations
Corporate and Other Results of Operations
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Increase/
(Decrease)
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Increase/
(Decrease)
(in millions)
2021
2020
%
2021
2020
%
Revenue
$
92
$
40
128.4
%
$
181
$
160
12.9
%
Operating costs and expenses
353
429
(17.7)
722
742
(2.6)
Adjusted EBITDA
$
(261)
$
(389)
32.9
%
$
(541)
$
(582)
6.9
%
Corporate and Other – Revenue
Revenue primarily relates to Comcast Spectacor, which owns the Philadelphia Flyers and the Wells Fargo Center arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Corporate and Other – Operating Costs and Expenses
Operating costs and expenses primarily include overhead, personnel costs, the costs of other business initiatives, and operating costs and expenses associated with Comcast Spectacor.
Expenses decreased for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same periods in 2020 primarily due to costs incurred in the prior year periods in response to COVID-19, including severance charges related to our businesses.
Eliminations
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Increase/
(Decrease)
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Increase/
(Decrease)
(in millions)
2021
2020
%
2021
2020
%
Revenue
$
(723)
$
(547)
32.3
%
$
(1,434)
$
(1,222)
17.4
%
Operating costs and expenses
(725)
(558)
30.1
(1,445)
(1,240)
16.6
Adjusted EBITDA
$
2
$
11
(83.2)
%
$
11
$
18
(38.0)
%
Amounts represent eliminations of transactions between Cable Communications, NBCUniversal, Sky and other businesses. Eliminations of transactions between NBCUniversal segments are presented separately. Refer to Note 2 for a description of transactions between our segments.
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA
Adjusted EBITDA is a non-GAAP financial measure and is the primary basis used to measure the operational strength and performance of our businesses as well as to assist in the evaluation of underlying trends in our businesses. This measure eliminates the significant level of noncash depreciation and amortization expense that results from the capital-intensive nature of certain of our businesses and from intangible assets recognized in business combinations. It is also unaffected by our capital and tax structures, and by our investment activities, including the results of entities that we do not consolidate, as our management excludes these results when evaluating our operating performance. Our management and Board of Directors use this financial measure to evaluate our consolidated operating performance and the operating performance of our operating segments and to allocate resources and capital to our operating segments. It is also a significant performance measure in our annual incentive compensation programs. Additionally, we believe that Adjusted EBITDA is useful to investors because it is one of the bases for comparing our operating performance with that of other companies in our industries, although our measure of Adjusted EBITDA may not be directly comparable to similar measures used by other companies.
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We define Adjusted EBITDA as net income attributable to Comcast Corporation before net income (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interests and redeemable subsidiary preferred stock, income tax expense, investment and other income (loss), net, interest expense, depreciation and amortization expense, and other operating gains and losses (such as impairment charges related to fixed and intangible assets and gains or losses on the sale of long-lived assets), if any. From time to time, we may exclude from Adjusted EBITDA the impact of certain events, gains, losses or other charges (such as significant legal settlements) that affect the period-to-period comparability of our operating performance.
We reconcile consolidated Adjusted EBITDA to net income attributable to Comcast Corporation. This measure should not be considered a substitute for operating income, net income (loss), net income attributable to Comcast Corporation, or net cash provided by operating activities that we have reported in accordance with GAAP.
Reconciliation from Net Income Attributable to Comcast Corporation to Adjusted EBITDA
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
(in millions)
2021
2020
2021
2020
Net income attributable to Comcast Corporation
$
3,738
$
2,988
$
7,067
$
5,135
Net income (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interests and redeemable subsidiary preferred stock
(108)
21
(145)
98
Income tax expense
2,000
946
3,119
1,646
Investment and other (income) loss, net
(1,216)
(420)
(1,607)
296
Interest expense
1,093
1,112
2,112
2,324
Depreciation
2,113
2,099
4,231
4,206
Amortization
1,270
1,165
2,514
2,322
Adjustments
(a)
36
16
48
30
Adjusted EBITDA
$
8,927
$
7,927
$
17,339
$
16,057
(a)
Amounts represent the impacts of certain events, gains, losses or other charges that are excluded from Adjusted EBITDA, including Sky transaction-related costs and costs related to our investment portfolio.
Constant Currency
Constant currency and constant currency growth rates are non-GAAP financial measures that present our results of operations excluding the estimated effects of foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations. Certain of our businesses, including Sky, have operations outside the United States that are conducted in local currencies. As a result, the comparability of the financial results reported in U.S. dollars is affected by changes in foreign currency exchange rates. In our Sky segment, we use constant currency and constant currency growth rates to evaluate the underlying performance of the business, and we believe it is helpful for investors to present operating results on a comparable basis period over period to evaluate its underlying performance.
Constant currency and constant currency growth rates are calculated by comparing the comparative period results in the prior year adjusted to reflect the average exchange rates from the current year period rather than the actual exchange rates in effect during the respective prior year periods.
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Reconciliation of Sky Constant Currency Growth Rates
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Actual
Constant Currency
Constant Currency Growth
Actual
Constant Currency
Constant Currency Growth
(in millions, except per customer data)
2021
2020
%
2021
2020
%
Revenue
Direct-to-consumer
$
4,222
$
3,921
7.7
%
$
8,288
$
7,914
4.7
%
Content
355
261
36.1
713
613
16.3
Advertising
643
359
78.8
1,216
914
33.0
Total revenue
5,220
4,541
14.9
10,217
9,441
8.2
Operating costs and expenses
Programming and production
2,447
1,716
42.6
4,931
3,956
24.7
Direct network costs
625
561
11.4
1,256
1,054
19.2
Other
1,589
1,437
10.6
3,107
3,002
3.5
Total operating costs and expenses
4,660
3,714
25.5
9,294
8,012
16.0
Adjusted EBITDA
$
560
$
828
(32.4)
%
$
924
$
1,429
(35.4)
%
Average monthly direct-to-consumer revenue per customer relationship
$
60.35
$
56.56
6.7 %
$
59.50
$
57.00
4.4
%
Liquidity and Capital Resources
Our businesses generate significant cash flows from operating activities. We believe that we will be able to continue to meet our current and long-term liquidity and capital requirements, including fixed charges, through our cash flows from operating activities; existing cash, cash equivalents and investments; available borrowings under our existing credit facility; and our ability to obtain future external financing.
We maintain significant availability under our revolving credit facility and commercial paper program to meet our short-term liquidity requirements. As of June 30, 2021, amounts available under our revolving credit facility, net of amounts outstanding under our commercial paper program and outstanding letters of credit and bank guarantees, totaled $11.0 billion. We entered into a new revolving credit facility in March 2021 (see Note 5).
We are subject to customary covenants and restrictions set forth in agreements related to debt issued at Comcast and certain of our subsidiaries, including the indentures governing our public debt securities and the credit agreements governing the Comcast revolving credit facility. Our credit facility contains a financial covenant pertaining to leverage, which is the ratio of debt to EBITDA, as defined in the credit facility. Compliance with this financial covenant is tested on a quarterly basis under the terms of the credit facility. As of June 30, 2021, we met this financial covenant by a significant margin and we would expect to remain in compliance with this financial covenant and other covenants related to our debt. The covenants and restrictions in our revolving credit facility do not apply to certain entities, including Sky and our international theme parks.
Operating Activities
Components of Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities
Six Months Ended
June 30,
(in millions)
2021
2020
Operating income
$
10,546
$
9,499
Depreciation and amortization
6,745
6,528
Noncash share-based compensation
711
621
Changes in operating assets and liabilities
892
(15)
Payments of interest
(1,909)
(1,936)
Payments of income taxes
(1,832)
(333)
Other
204
103
Net cash provided by operating activities
$
15,357
$
14,467
The variance in changes in operating assets and liabilities for the six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same period in 2020 was primarily due to the timing of amortization and related payments for our film and television costs, including the
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timing of sporting events partially offset by increased production spend, as well as increases in deferred revenue and accounts receivable.
In March 2021, we entered into an agreement with the NFL extending our rights for an additional 11 years through the 2033-2034 season. The new agreement includes exhibition rights for three additional Super Bowls and certain other rights, including streaming rights and additional exclusive games on Peacock.
The increase in income tax payments for the six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same period in 2020 was primarily due to the extension of due dates for estimated second quarter 2020 federal income tax payments to the third quarter of 2020.
Investing Activities
Net cash used in investing activities for both the six months ended June 30, 2021 and 2020 consisted primarily of capital expenditures, cash paid for intangible assets and the construction of Universal Beijing Resort, which were partially offset by proceeds from sales of businesses and investments. Capital expenditures increased for the six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same period in 2020 primarily due to increased spending at our Cable Communications segment related to scalable infrastructure, customer premise equipment and line extensions. NBCUniversal capital expenditures decreased as a result of reduced spending at our Theme Parks. Proceeds from sales of businesses and investments decreased for the six months ended June 30, 2021 compared to the same period in 2020 primarily due to the sale of our investment in AirTouch in the prior year period.
Financing Activities
Net cash used in financing activities for the six months ended June 30, 2021 consisted primarily of repayments of debt, dividend payments, repurchases of common stock under our share repurchase program and employee plans and payments related to the redemption of NBCUniversal Enterprise redeemable subsidiary preferred stock presented in other financing activities. Net cash used in financing activities for the six months ended June 30, 2020 consisted primarily of repayments of debt, dividend payments and payments related to the redemption and repayment of subsidiary preferred shares presented in other financing activities, which were partially offset by proceeds from borrowings.
For the six months ended June 30, 2021, we made debt repayments totaling $5.8 billion, including $4.0 billion of optional repayments of term loans due 2022 to 2023 and the early redemption of $1.3 billion of senior notes maturing in 2024.
As of June 30, 2021, we had no commercial paper outstanding and there were no amounts outstanding under our revolving credit facility.
We have made, and may from time to time in the future make, optional repayments on our debt obligations, which may include repurchases or exchanges of our outstanding public notes and debentures, depending on various factors, such as market conditions. See Notes 5 and 6 for additional information on our financing activities.
Share Repurchases and Dividends
In the second quarter of 2021, we restarted our share repurchase program. Effective May 25, 2021, our Board of Directors increased our share repurchase program authorization to $10 billion, which does not have an expiration date. During the six months ended June 30, 2021, we repurchased a total of 8.8 million shares of our Class A common stock for $500 million. Under the authorization, we expect to repurchase additional shares during the remainder of 2021, which may be in the open market or in private transactions.
In addition, we paid $459 million for the six months ended June 30, 2021 related to employee taxes associated with the administration of our share-based compensation plans.
In January 2021, our Board of Directors approved a 9% increase in our dividend to $1.00 per share on an annualized basis. On April 28, 2021, we paid dividends of $1.2 billion. In May 2021, our Board of Directors approved our second quarter dividend of $0.25 per share, which was paid in July 2021. We expect to continue to pay quarterly dividends, although each dividend is subject to approval by our Board of Directors.
Guarantee Structure
Our debt is primarily issued at Comcast, although we also have debt at certain of our subsidiaries as a result of acquisitions and other issuances. A substantial amount of this debt is subject to guarantees by Comcast and by certain subsidiaries that we have put in place to simplify our capital structure. We believe this guarantee structure provides liquidity benefits to debt investors and helps to simplify credit analysis with respect to relative value considerations of guaranteed subsidiary debt.
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Debt and Guarantee Structure
(in billions)
June 30, 2021
December 31, 2020
Debt subject to cross-guarantees
Comcast
$
81.6
$
85.7
NBCUniversal
(a)
2.8
2.8
Comcast Cable
(a)
2.1
2.1
86.5
90.6
Debt subject to one-way guarantees
Sky
8.3
8.4
Other
(a)
1.0
2.8
9.3
11.2
Debt not guaranteed
Universal Beijing Resort
(b)
3.3
2.5
Other
1.1
1.1
4.4
3.6
Debt issuance costs, premiums, discounts, fair value adjustments for acquisition accounting and hedged positions, net
(1.6)
(1.6)
Total debt
$
98.6
$
103.8
(a)
NBCUniversal, Comcast Cable and Comcast Holdings (included within other debt subject to one-way guarantees) are each consolidated subsidiaries subject to the periodic reporting requirements of the SEC. The guarantee structures and related disclosures in this section, together with Exhibit 22, satisfy these reporting obligations.
(b)
Universal Beijing Resort debt financing is secured by the assets of Universal Beijing Resort and the equity interests of the investors. See Note 6 for additional information.
Cross-guarantees
Comcast, NBCUniversal and Comcast Cable (the “Guarantors”) fully and unconditionally, jointly and severally, guarantee each other’s debt securities. NBCUniversal and Comcast Cable also guarantee other borrowings of Comcast, including its revolving credit facility. These guarantees rank equally with all other general unsecured and unsubordinated obligations of the respective Guarantors. However, the obligations of the Guarantors under the guarantees are structurally subordinated to the indebtedness and other liabilities of their respective non-guarantor subsidiaries. The obligations of each Guarantor are limited to the maximum amount that would not render such Guarantor’s obligations subject to avoidance under applicable fraudulent conveyance provisions of U.S. and non-U.S. law. Each Guarantor’s obligations will remain in effect until all amounts payable with respect to the guaranteed securities have been paid in full. However, a guarantee by NBCUniversal or Comcast Cable of Comcast’s debt securities, or by NBCUniversal of Comcast Cable’s debt securities, will terminate upon a disposition of such Guarantor entity or all or substantially all of its assets.
The Guarantors are each holding companies that principally hold investments in, borrow from and lend to non-guarantor subsidiary operating companies; issue and service third-party debt obligations; repurchase shares and pay dividends; and engage in certain corporate and headquarters activities. The Guarantors are generally dependent on non-guarantor subsidiary operating companies to fund these activities.
As of June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, the combined Guarantors have noncurrent notes payable to non-guarantor subsidiaries of $125 billion and $124 billion, respectively, and noncurrent notes receivable from non-guarantor subsidiaries of $28 billion and $26 billion, respectively. This financial information is that of the Guarantors presented on a combined basis with intercompany balances between the Guarantors eliminated. The combined financial information excludes financial information of non-guarantor subsidiaries. The underlying net assets of the non-guarantor subsidiaries are significantly in excess of the Guarantor obligations. Excluding investments in non-guarantor subsidiaries, external debt and the noncurrent notes payable and receivable with non-guarantor subsidiaries, the Guarantors do not have material assets, liabilities or results of operations.
One-way Guarantees
Comcast provides full and unconditional guarantees of certain debt issued by Sky and other consolidated subsidiaries not subject to the periodic reporting requirements of the SEC.
Comcast also provides a full and unconditional guarantee of $138 million principal amount of subordinated debt issued by Comcast Holdings. Comcast’s obligations under this guarantee are subordinated and subject, in right of payment, to the prior payment in full of all of Comcast’s senior indebtedness, including debt guaranteed by Comcast on a senior basis; and are
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structurally subordinated to the indebtedness and other liabilities of its non-guarantor subsidiaries (for purposes of this Comcast Holdings discussion, Comcast Cable and NBCUniversal are included within the non-guarantor subsidiary group). Comcast’s obligations as guarantor will remain in effect until all amounts payable with respect to the guaranteed debt have been paid in full. However, the guarantee will terminate upon a disposition of Comcast Holdings or all or substantially all of its assets. Comcast Holdings is a consolidated subsidiary holding company that directly or indirectly holds 100% and approximately 37% of our equity interests in Comcast Cable and NBCUniversal, respectively.
As of June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, Comcast and Comcast Holdings, the combined issuer and guarantor of the guaranteed subordinated debt, have noncurrent senior notes payable to non-guarantor subsidiaries of $97 billion and $94 billion, respectively, and noncurrent notes receivable from non-guarantor subsidiaries of $25 billion and $23 billion, respectively. This financial information is that of Comcast and Comcast Holdings presented on a combined basis with intercompany balances between Comcast and Comcast Holdings eliminated. The combined financial information excludes financial information of non-guarantor subsidiaries of Comcast and Comcast Holdings. The underlying net assets of the non-guarantor subsidiaries of Comcast and Comcast Holdings are significantly in excess of the obligations of Comcast and Comcast Holdings. Excluding investments in non-guarantor subsidiaries, external debt and the noncurrent notes payable and receivable with non-guarantor subsidiaries, Comcast and Comcast Holdings do not have material assets, liabilities or results of operations.
Critical Accounting Judgments and Estimates
The preparation of our condensed consolidated financial statements requires us to make estimates that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, revenue and expenses, and the related disclosure of contingent assets and contingent liabilities. We base our judgments on our historical experience and on various other assumptions that we believe are reasonable under the circumstances, the results of which form the basis for making estimates about the carrying value of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. Actual results may differ from these estimates under different assumptions or conditions.
Following the change in presentation of our segment operating results in the first quarter of 2021, we reassessed the reporting units related to goodwill in our NBCUniversal segments and concluded that our reporting units are the same as our reportable segments. See Note 2 for additional information.
For a more complete discussion of the accounting judgments and estimates that we have identified as critical in the preparation of our condensed consolidated financial statements, please refer to our Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations in our 2020 Annual Report on Form 10-K.
ITEM 3: QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK
We have evaluated the information required under this item that was disclosed in our 2020 Annual Report on Form 10-K and there have been no significant changes to this information.
ITEM 4: CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
Conclusions regarding disclosure controls and procedures
Our principal executive and principal financial officers, after evaluating the effectiveness of our disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) as of the end of the period covered by this report, have concluded that, based on the evaluation of these controls and procedures required by paragraph (b) of Exchange Act Rules 13a-15 or 15d-15, such disclosure controls and procedures were effective.
Changes in internal control over financial reporting
There were no changes in internal control over financial reporting identified in connection with the evaluation required by paragraph (d) of Exchange Act Rules 13a-15 or 15d-15 that occurred during the last fiscal quarter that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.
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PART II: OTHER INFORMATION
ITEM 1: LEGAL PROCEEDINGS
See Note 10 included in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for a discussion of legal proceedings.
ITEM 1A: RISK FACTORS
There have been no material changes from the risk factors previously disclosed in Item 1A of our 2020 Annual Report on Form 10-K.
ITEM 2: UNREGISTERED SALES OF EQUITY SECURITIES AND USE OF PROCEEDS
The table below summarizes Comcast's common stock repurchases during the three months ended June 30, 2021.
Purchases of Equity Securities
Period
Total
Number of
Shares
Purchased
Average
Price
Per
Share
Total Number of
Shares Purchased
as Part of Publicly
Announced Authorization
Total Dollar
Amount
Purchased
Under the Publicly Announced
Authorization
Maximum Dollar
Value of Shares That
May Yet Be
Purchased Under the Publicly Announced
Authorization
(a)
April 1-30, 2021
—
$
—
—
$
—
$
—
May 1-31, 2021
986,784
$
57.25
986,784
$
56,498,065
$
9,943,501,935
June 1-30, 2021
7,798,365
$
56.87
7,798,365
$
443,501,870
$
9,500,000,065
Total
8,785,149
$
56.91
8,785,149
$
499,999,935
$
9,500,000,065
(a)
Effective May 25, 2021, our Board of Directors increased our share repurchase program authorization to $10 billion, which does not have an expiration date. Under this authorization, we may repurchase shares in the open market or in private transactions.
The total number of shares purchased during the three months ended June 30, 2021 does not include any shares received in the administration of employee share-based compensation plans.
ITEM 6: EXHIBITS
Exhibit
No.
Description
10.1*
Employment Agreement between Comcast Corporation and Thomas J. Reid, dated as of April 15, 2019
10.2*
Employment Agreement between Comcast Corporation and Jeff Shell, dated as of February 19, 2020
22
Subsidiary guarantors and issuers of guaranteed securities and affiliates whose securities collateralize securities of the registrant (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 22.1 to Comcast’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2020)
31
Certification of Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
32
Certification of Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
101
The following financial statements from Comcast Corporation’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the six months ended June 30, 2021, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 29, 2021, formatted in Inline Extensible Business Reporting Language (iXBRL): (i) the Condensed Consolidated Statement of Income; (ii) the Condensed Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income; (iii) the Condensed Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows; (iv) the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet; (v) the Condensed Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity; and (vi) the Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.
104
Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the iXBRL document)
*
Constitutes a management contract or compensatory plan or arrangement.
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.
COMCAST CORPORATION
By:
/s/ DANIEL C. MURDOCK
Daniel C. Murdock
Executive Vice President, Chief Accounting Officer and Controller
(Principal Accounting Officer)
Date: July 29, 2021
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