Scorpion reports on Comcast's Q1 earnings, revealing broadband losses, mobile gains, and a streaming service rising from the Netherrealm.
Scorpion reports on Comcast's Q1 earnings, revealing broadband losses, mobile gains, and a streaming service rising from the Netherrealm.

Netherrealm Numbers: Comcast's Q1 Breakdown

Bah! I Scorpion have seen empires rise and fall faster than Comcast's stock price after this news! Apparently the money grubbers at Comcast managed to pull in $29.89 billion in revenue beating expectations. But beneath the surface a storm brews. Net income? Down 12.5% to $3.38 billion. It seems not all realms are pleased with their performance.

Broadband Bloodbath: Who's Next?!

The real kombat lies in broadband. Comcast lost 199,000 customers! 'Get over here!' said 5G and fixed wireless stealing their souls and market share. Even though domestic broadband revenue increased slightly the customer hemorrhage is a sign of weakness! They must strengthen their defense or face further annihilation!

Mobile Mastery: Xfinity's Fatal Blow

But fear not for a glimmer of hope emerges from the shadows. Comcast's mobile business is thriving! Revenue jumped 16% adding 323,000 lines. 8.15 million souls have joined their mobile army. Perhaps Comcast can still achieve victory... if they focus their chi correctly.

Peacock's Painful Ascent: A Streaming Saga

Ah Peacock the streaming service rising from the ashes! Revenue is up losses are narrowing and they've gained 41 million paid subscribers surpassing expectations. Finally something worth a damn! Though they still need to learn to 'finish' their financial opponents. No mercy!

Theme Park Trauma: Wildfires and Wall Street Woes

Even theme parks are not immune to the whims of fate. Wildfires in Los Angeles lowered guest attendance causing a 5% drop in revenue. But take heart new realms are on the horizon including Universal Epic Universe in Florida. Perhaps they'll find more profitable souls to entertain there.

The Future is Unwritten: What's Next for Comcast?

Comcast is spinning out its cable networks and betting big on mobile Peacock and theme parks. Will they emerge victorious? Only time will tell. But one thing is certain: this is not the end. The kombat continues and I Scorpion will be watching... always watching. And if they falter? Then 'Toasty!'


Comments

  • abrahampv profile pic
    abrahampv
    5/23/2025 8:59:48 AM

    Sounds like Comcast needs to learn some new combos to stay competitive!

  • kathcake profile pic
    kathcake
    5/7/2025 6:40:14 AM

    Comcast has always been a bit of a mixed bag. Some good, some bad.

  • dee610 profile pic
    dee610
    4/28/2025 11:19:36 AM

    Hopefully, the streaming service becomes profitable soon.

  • la1079 profile pic
    la1079
    4/25/2025 10:23:10 AM

    The stock price drop is concerning. They need to turn things around.