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SBA Communications

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SBA Communications is a leading independent owner and operator of wireless communications infrastructure, specializing in multi-tenant towers and rooftop sites.

Market cap
$19.3B-23.2%
Revenue$2.9B+6.3%
Net income$1.0B+24.8%
Free cash flow$1.0B-9.5%
EPS (diluted)$9.50+25.7%
Trailing twelve months · change vs. prior year

Earnings

Next report

Aug 3, 2026 (In 3 weeks)
Revenue estimate$705.7M
EPS estimate$1.84

Financials

Q1 2026

Income statement

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Revenue$703.4M+5.9%
Gross profit$664.0M+6.1%
Operating income$342.8M+2.4%
Net income$184.8M-16.3%
EPS (diluted)$1.74-14.7%

Balance sheet

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Cash & equivalents$332.5M-49.9%
Total debt$13.0B+4.3%
Total equity-$4.8B+4.4%
Total assets$11.7B+12.2%

Cash flow

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Operating cash flow$255.1M-15.3%
CapEx$48.4M+4.8%
Free cash flow$206.7M-18.9%

Valuation & ratios

Valuation

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Market cap$19.3B-23.2%
Enterprise value$31.93B-14.5%
P/E19×-9.6×
P/S6.8×-2.5×

Profitability

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Gross margin93%-2.0pp
Operating margin47.3%-6.6pp
Net margin35.7%+5.3pp
FCF margin35.7%-6.2pp

Returns & leverage

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Current ratio0.2×-0.5×

Segments

By segment

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Domestic Site Leasing Revenue$450.3M-2.3%
International Site Leasing Revenue$205.8M+32.6%
Site Development Construction$47.3M-1.6%

Competitors

Profile

SBA Communications is a leading independent owner and operator of wireless communications infrastructure, specializing in multi-tenant towers and rooftop sites. The company provides essential physical space for wireless service providers to host their equipment, primarily generating revenue through long-term lease contracts. Its business model focuses on maximizing tower capacity and scaling its portfolio through strategic acquisitions and new builds across the Americas and Africa.

Competitive position

A leading independent tower operator with a high-capacity portfolio and significant scale across domestic and international markets.

GeographiesUnited States, Brazil, South Africa, Central America, South America
Customer segmentsWireless Carriers, Telecommunications Providers
Business modelLeasing, Professional Services, Build-to-suit
SuppliersLand owners, Tower component manufacturers, Construction contractors, Regulatory bodies (FCC, FAA)
CustomersMobile network operators, Broadband providers, Government agencies, Private network operators
Listed1999
Employees1.8K
CEOBrendan Thomas Cavanagh
FilingsSEC EDGAR

Questions, answered.

What is SBA Communications's market cap?
SBA Communications (SBAC) has a market capitalization of $19.3B and trades on NASDAQ.
What is SBA Communications's revenue and profitability?
SBA Communications generated $2.9B in trailing twelve-month revenue with net income of $1.0B, representing a net margin of 35.7%. Gross margin stands at 93.0%, with free cash flow of $1.0B. These figures are based on the Q1 2026 filing.
Who are SBA Communications's competitors?
SBA Communications's key competitors include American Tower Corporation, Crown Castle Inc., AT&T Inc., and others. These companies compete in similar markets and product categories.
Who does SBA Communications partner with?
SBA Communications's notable partners include Millicom International Cellular S.A., Ericsson.
Where is SBA Communications headquartered?
SBA Communications is headquartered in United States of America and employs approximately 1,787 people. It has been publicly traded since 1999.