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2/22/05 9:28AM
Another rabbit
LVLT is issuing 880m of 10% senior convertibles with a 3.60 strike. Gives them 1.66b cash, more than enough to last to YE08 per my original thesis. I was wrong about management finally seeing the
I think we agree logically. We differ on communication EBITDA as I don't think they will hit 400 mil for 2005.
Keep in mind that they have a history of providing guidance early in the year... login to read the rest
"Based on the numbers and projections they gave, I would assume true core EBITDA will be close to 275 mil"
I get 400m Communications EBITDA, with 125m termination. That's 275m, but there's also 50-75m of non-communications... login to read the rest
I actually think this company will burn through more than they are forecasting for the year. They are pointing to a decline in revenue with an increase in termination (non-cash and 100% margin revenue). Based... login to read the rest
"What were your odds previously on LVLT Ch. 11 this year?"
Maybe 5%.
"what on the call made you change your tune?"
The overall tone. The press release, too. They still speak optimistically of new services and... login to read the rest
I have changed my thesis. I now give even odds to a Chapter 11 filing this year. That would produce a loss for this position, as such I recommend you close it now. With the... login to read the rest
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