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BCE Expands Into the U.S. Fiber Market With Ziply Fiber Acquisition

Nov 5, 2024, 10:05 AM EST1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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This acquisition expands BCE's market presence and potential revenue streams, similar to past successful strategic buys in telecom.

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BCE to acquire Ziply Fiber for nearly C$7 billion, enhancing its fiber market presence. Ziply connects 1.3 million locations, targeting over 3 million by 2028. The acquisition is funded largely through BCE's sale of MLSE stake for C$4.7 billion. BCE plans to pause dividend growth until financial metrics align post-acquisition. Acquisition boosts BCE's potential growth in underserved U.S. broadband market.

BCE to acquire Ziply Fiber for nearly C$7 billion, enhancing its fiber market presence.
Ziply connects 1.3 million locations, targeting over 3 million by 2028.
The acquisition is funded largely through BCE's sale of MLSE stake for C$4.7 billion.
BCE plans to pause dividend growth until financial metrics align post-acquisition.
Acquisition boosts BCE's potential growth in underserved U.S. broadband market.

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