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Articles tagged with: Virgin Mobile Usa and Sprint
Sprint Nextel Increases Comission Payments to Virgin Mobile
Sprint Nextel has changed the terms of its commission payments to its MVNO partner, Virgin Mobile USA which suggests that the firm is taking a more aggressive stance in trying to boost its flagging subscriber base. more
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Virgin Mobile USA Loses Chief Financial Officer
Virgin Mobile USA has lost its Chief Financial Officer, John Feehan - who has announced that he will leave in Mid-November to join a firm working in identity theft protection. more
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EARNINGS PREVIEW: US Telecoms Expect Strong Wireless Qtr
TAKING THE PULSE: The wireless business continues to hum for the U.S. telecommunications companies, but signs of competitive pressure are beginning to creep in. Wireless continues to be driven by smartphone sales and the adoption of pricier service plans, offsetting the deteriorating wireline business. AT&T remains at the forefront but eventually will lose its leadership position in wireless once Verizon Communications completes its acquisition of Alltel. Smaller companies, meanwhile, are scrambling to catch up, with prepaid wireless reseller Virgin Mobile USA acquiring niche player Helio. The landline business, meanwhile, continues to deteriorate as a result of economic pressures and alternative lines of communications. more
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Virgin Mobile May Struggle in Shifting Demographic Aim
NEW YORK -(Dow Jones)- Virgin Mobile USA may find itself with growing pains as it attempts to mature alongside its youthful customer base. more
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UPDATE: Virgin Mobile to Acquire Helio in All-Stock Deal
NEW YORK -(Dow Jones)- Virgin Mobile USA agreed to buy Helio for $39 million in stock as the two struggling mobile-service resellers place bets that their combined operations will fare better in the tightening wireless market. more
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Virgin Mobile Confirms Talks With SK Telecom
Confirming recent media speculation, Virgin Mobile USA has announced that it is in "preliminary discussions" with South Korea's SK Telecom to explore possible strategic opportunities. Virgin Mobile USA said these discussions are in early stages, and there are no assurances that any transaction will result. more
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