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AT&T10-Q: Acquisition announced

AT&T to close ~$23B spectrum acquisition from EchoStar by July 2026 for 5G expansion

What happened

The acquisition of 600 MHz and 3.45 GHz licenses is critical for expanding the 5G network and meeting future capacity demands. This massive capital outlay will require significant integration, network planning, and financial management resources.

Source

SEC EDGARJul 22, 2026

Quarterly report (Form 10-Q)

AT&T 10-Q

Filing excerpt

On August 25, 2025, we agreed to purchase Federal Communications Commission (FCC) licenses in the 600 MHz and 3.45 GHz bands from EchoStar Corporation for approximately $23,000, subject to certain adjustments.

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10-Q: Acquisition announced

What this signalsIntegration work after a deal often opens needs for new systems and services.

Fiscal year end
06/30
Filed
Jul 22, 2026

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Numbers

Dollar figure
$23B (Agreed purchase price for FCC licenses from EchoStar Corporation)

Details

CIK
732717
Accession number
0000732717-26-000297
Timeframe
Current year
Filing year
2026
Fiscal year
0
Why it matters
Integration needs coming
Signal category
Strategic

Topics and mentions

Technologies

  • 5G
  • spectrum

Vendors

  • EchoStar Corporation
  • Bank of America
  • N.A.

Regions named

  • U.S.

Vendors named

  • EchoStar Corporation
  • Bank of America, N.A.

Extraction

Confidence
High
Relevance
100%
Sentiment
Positive
Detected
Jul 28, 2026
signal_type
sec-10q
signal_subtype
acquisitionAnnounced

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