US Communications: Top Ten Themes to Watch in 2026
Davis Hebert, CFA - Co-Head HY Research, Head of Telecom/Media, CreditSights
Hunter Martin, CFA - Head of Media/Cable, CreditSights
Erick Vega, CFA - Senior Analyst, Americas ex-US Telecom & Telecom Infrastructure, CreditSights
Savannah Buzzeo - Analyst, Telecom / Media, CreditSights
Brian McKenna - Analyst, Telecom & Media/Cable, CreditSights
7 January 2026
- How broadband platform competition dynamics could reshape subscriber migration patterns and pricing strategies.
- Which telecom infrastructure channels influence tower companies, data centers, and satellite deployment strategies.
- What developments matter regarding merger activity, capital structure optimization, and regulatory policy shifts.
- How different communication subsectors respond to technological disruption across cable, fiber, wireless, and LEO.
- Where operator strategies and network investments may create opportunities or risks across infrastructure verticals.
Executive Summary
Cable sector faces mounting competitive pressures from multiple broadband platforms and technologies. Consensus expectations for subscriber performance may prove overly optimistic once again.
Wireless industry maintains stability despite potential leadership changes creating competitive uncertainty ahead. Moreover, new satellite entrants could reshape the competitive landscape in coming years.
Capital structure optimization opportunities exist across several companies within the telecom sector. Conversely, complex debt situations require careful negotiations between operators and creditors.
Artificial intelligence investments fuel rapid expansion in data center development pipelines nationwide. Long-term supply dynamics present concerns despite strong near-term demand trends persisting.
Satellite technology evolution accelerates with new entrants preparing to launch competitive services. Spectrum acquisitions enable direct-to-device capabilities though market crowding raises economic questions.
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