Anterix invests $250 million in utility broadband

Published 10/03/2025, 12:10
Anterix invests $250 million in utility broadband

WOODLAND PARK, N.J. - Anterix (NASDAQ: ATEX), a leader in private wireless broadband with a strong balance sheet showing more cash than debt, has announced the launch of its AnterixAccelerator initiative, investing up to $250 million to support the deployment of 900 MHz private LTE networks for utilities. According to InvestingPro data, the company maintains healthy liquidity with a current ratio of 1.65, indicating solid financial positioning for this significant investment. The initiative, which involves over 15 utilities as well as existing customers and members of the Anterix Active Ecosystem®, will offer a dollar-for-dollar match, ownership terms, a path to 5 MHz by 5 MHz spectrum, customized commercial structures, and dedicated support.

President and CEO Scott Lang emphasized the program’s commitment to addressing the urgent need for reliable, secure, and scalable private networks in the utility sector. Lang noted the strong industry interest in the initiative and Anterix’s readiness to facilitate the next wave of broadband deployments. With seven leading utility customers, a network of over 120 technology and solution providers, nearly $400 million in contracts, and no debt, Anterix is poised to expedite the technological evolution of the utility industry. The company’s stock has shown strong momentum, delivering a 28% return year-to-date, according to InvestingPro, which offers 8 additional key insights about the company’s performance.

Anterix, which holds the largest licensed spectrum in the 900 MHz band across the U.S., including Alaska, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico, aims to modernize the grid and address current challenges faced by utilities. The company’s initiative reflects its strategic position to make private wireless networks more accessible to utilities nationwide.

This investment marks a significant step for Anterix as it continues to lead the industry in providing private broadband solutions that enable advanced communications capabilities for a more efficient, secure, and sustainable energy future. With a market capitalization of $730 million and analysts projecting sales growth this year, investors seeking detailed analysis can access comprehensive valuation metrics and growth forecasts through InvestingPro’s exclusive research reports.

The information in this article is based on a press release statement from Anterix Inc.

In other recent news, Anterix Inc. reported its third-quarter fiscal year 2025 earnings, delivering a strong performance that exceeded expectations. The company posted an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.41, significantly outperforming the anticipated loss of $0.61. Despite this positive EPS result, Anterix’s revenue fell short of projections, reaching $1.57 million compared to the forecasted $1.88 million. The company managed to reduce operational expenses by 20%, which likely contributed to the favorable earnings outcome. Anterix has also initiated a strategic review process with Morgan Stanley to explore growth opportunities. The company highlighted its focus on expanding its 900 MHz broadband spectrum coverage and securing new contracts. Additionally, Anterix recently announced a $13.5 million expansion agreement with the Lower Colorado River Authority, extending broadband coverage to 102 counties in Texas. The company maintains a strong financial position with no outstanding debt and approximately $29 million in cash as of December 31, 2024.

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