Classic Communications, Inc.

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PROFILE Growth through acquisitions is a classic business strategy, and Classic Communications is no stranger to it. Classic has acquired more than 20 systems in rural areas of 10 states in the US since its 1992 founding. But the buying spree and the costs of upgrading these smaller systems to provide digital cable and Internet access has taken its toll. These high costs and increased competition from direct-broadcast satellite operators brought Classic close to default, forcing it to undergo management changes, streamline operations, and consider selling some systems. Classic systems pass more than 700,000 households, and it has about 375,000 basic subscribers. Brera Classic holds a 79% voting control of the company.  COMPETITION DIRECTV, Inc. (dossier) EchoStar Communications Corporation (DISH) Pegasus Satellite Communications, Inc. (PGTV)		STOCK ANALYSIS  View by:  Day   Day   Month   Month   Year   Year  FURTHER ANALYSIS • Advanced Charting • Deals  FINANCIAL OVERVIEW 2000 Sales (mil.): 182.30 1-Yr. Sales Growth: 63.6% Employees: 970 Revenue per employee: $187,938.14  KEY PEOPLE • James A. Kofalt     CEO • Jimmie F. Taylor     CFO  CONTACT INFO 6151 Paluxy Rd., Bldg. A Tyler, TX 75703 US Phone: 903-581-2121 Fax: 512-476-5204 Online: Web Site

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