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Comcast reports 3rd quarter 2026 results

Comcast (CMCSA) reported Q3 2026 results: revenue down 6.1% YoY to $19.7B, adjusted EBITDA down 5.8% to $9.1B, adjusted EPS $1.07. Peacock turned profitable with $261M EBITDA, Universal's 'The Odyssey' became its highest-grossing film. Free cash flow was $4.2B, dividends paid $1.2B. Domestic wireless lines grew to 10.6M, business services revenue up 2.7% to $2.6B. The company is on track to separate NBCUniversal and Sky.

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Published Oct 22, 2026, 4:21 PM UTC
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

$CMCSANeutralMed
01

Why it matters

The earnings miss on revenue may trigger short‑term price weakness, but the dividend payout and cash generation could attract income‑focused investors.

02

Market read

First‑report earnings with material numbers; relevant for traders in telecom/media space and dividend investors.

03

What to watch

The separation of NBCUniversal and Sky could unlock value in the long term, and Peacock's profitability adds a growth narrative.

Relevance 8/10Novelty 8/10Timing: reported today

Background

Comcast's Q3 2026 earnings release includes segment breakdowns, free cash flow details, and strategic updates on its NBCUniversal/Sky separation.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$CMCSANeutralHigh confidence
Context

Comcast reported Q3 2026 results with revenue down 6.1% YoY, adjusted EPS $1.07 and a $1.2B dividend, while pausing its share repurchase program.

Expected impact

likely modest downside pressure as investors digest revenue decline despite dividend and cash flow strength

Evidence & confidence

Revenue contraction signals slower top‑line growth, while dividend and free cash flow are positive; market typically reacts negatively to revenue misses.

Market effects

Sector

Telecom and media sector may see pressure as Comcast's revenue decline highlights broader demand challenges.

Regional

U.S. large‑cap communication stocks could experience slight pullback.

Global

Limited; primarily affects U.S. investors and sector indices.

Counterpoint

What could challenge this read

Despite revenue dip, strong free cash flow and dividend may support the stock, offering a buying opportunity at lower levels.

Key entities

  • Company
    Comcast Corporation

    U.S. telecom and media conglomerate reporting Q3 2026 results.

  • Executive
    Brian L. Roberts

    Co‑CEO of Comcast, quoted on strategic initiatives.

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StoryComcast posts mixed Q3 2026 results as broadband losses deepen and Peacock turns profitable

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