-----BEGIN PRIVACY-ENHANCED MESSAGE----- Proc-Type: 2001,MIC-CLEAR Originator-Name: webmaster@www.sec.gov Originator-Key-Asymmetric: MFgwCgYEVQgBAQICAf8DSgAwRwJAW2sNKK9AVtBzYZmr6aGjlWyK3XmZv3dTINen TWSM7vrzLADbmYQaionwg5sDW3P6oaM5D3tdezXMm7z1T+B+twIDAQAB MIC-Info: RSA-MD5,RSA, B3Qu1CErdUXWGjlwQhKncqnuUsk7QQd5n83OHuSZdMFNVjCPD37JU74k/2JB0qgR 6iK5paDWyno7Ntk3BqXtdw== 0001157523-08-001029.txt : 20080207 0001157523-08-001029.hdr.sgml : 20080207 20080207073017 ACCESSION NUMBER: 0001157523-08-001029 CONFORMED SUBMISSION TYPE: 8-K PUBLIC DOCUMENT COUNT: 2 CONFORMED PERIOD OF REPORT: 20080207 ITEM INFORMATION: Other Events ITEM INFORMATION: Financial Statements and Exhibits FILED AS OF DATE: 20080207 DATE AS OF CHANGE: 20080207 FILER: COMPANY DATA: COMPANY CONFORMED NAME: CINCINNATI BELL INC CENTRAL INDEX KEY: 0000716133 STANDARD INDUSTRIAL CLASSIFICATION: TELEPHONE COMMUNICATIONS (NO RADIO TELEPHONE) [4813] IRS NUMBER: 311056105 STATE OF INCORPORATION: OH FISCAL YEAR END: 1231 FILING VALUES: FORM TYPE: 8-K SEC ACT: 1934 Act SEC FILE NUMBER: 001-08519 FILM NUMBER: 08583101 BUSINESS ADDRESS: STREET 1: 201 E FOURTH ST 102 732 CITY: CINCINNATI STATE: OH ZIP: 45201 BUSINESS PHONE: 5133979900 MAIL ADDRESS: STREET 1: P O BOX 2301 CITY: CINCINNATI STATE: OH ZIP: 45201 FORMER COMPANY: FORMER CONFORMED NAME: BROADWING INC DATE OF NAME CHANGE: 20000512 FORMER COMPANY: FORMER CONFORMED NAME: CINCINNATI BELL INC /OH/ DATE OF NAME CHANGE: 19920703 FORMER COMPANY: FORMER CONFORMED NAME: CBI INC DATE OF NAME CHANGE: 19830814 8-K 1 a5604301.htm CINCINNATI BELL INC. 8-K

UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report: February 7, 2008

CINCINNATI BELL INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Ohio

1-8519

31-1056105

(State or other jurisdiction

of incorporation)

(Commission File Number)

(IRS Employer Identification No.)

221 East Fourth Street

Cincinnati, Ohio

 

45202

 

(Address of principal executive
offices)

(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code:  (513) 397-9900

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

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Form 8-K

Cincinnati Bell Inc.

Item 8.01     Other Events

On February 7, 2008, Cincinnati Bell Inc. announced that its board of directors has authorized the repurchase of its common shares in an amount up to $150 million over a two-year period. Cincinnati Bell expects to implement the share repurchase program through purchases made from time to time in either the open market or through privately negotiated transactions. The timing, volume, and nature of share repurchases will be at the discretion of management, depending on market conditions, applicable securities laws, and other factors, and may be suspended or discontinued at any time. A copy of the press release announcing the share repurchase program is furnished herewith as Exhibit 99.1.

Item 9.01     Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(c) Exhibits
 
Exhibit 99.1 Press release dated February 7, 2008 announcing share repurchase program

Forward Looking Statements

Certain of the statements and predictions contained in this release constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act. In particular, statements, projections or estimates that include or reference the words "believes," "anticipates," "plans," "intends," "expects," "will," or any similar expression fall within the safe harbor for forward-looking statements contained in the Reform Act. Actual results or outcomes may differ materially from those indicated or suggested by any such forward-looking statement for a variety of reasons, including, but not limited to: Cincinnati Bell’s ability to maintain its market position in communications services, including wireless, wireline and internet services; general economic trends affecting the purchase or supply of telecommunication services; world and national events that may affect the ability to provide services; changes in the regulatory environment; any rulings, orders or decrees that may be issued by any court or arbitrator; restrictions imposed under various credit facilities and debt instruments; work stoppages caused by labor disputes; and Cincinnati Bell’s ability to develop and launch new products and services. More information on potential risks and uncertainties is available in recent filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including Cincinnati Bell’s Form 10-K report, Form 10-Q reports and Form 8-K reports. The forward-looking statements included in this release represent company estimates as of February 7, 2008. Cincinnati Bell anticipates that subsequent events and developments will cause its estimates to change.

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Form 8-K

Cincinnati Bell Inc.

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

CINCINNATI BELL INC.

 

 

 

 

By:

/s/ Christopher J. Wilson

Christopher J. Wilson

Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary

 

Date:

February 7, 2008

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EXHIBIT INDEX

Exhibit No.

Exhibit

99.1

99.1 Press release dated February 7, 2008 announcing share repurchase program

EX-99.1 2 a5604301ex991.htm EXHIBIT 99.1

Exhibit 99.1

Cincinnati Bell Inc. Board Authorizes $150 Million Stock Repurchase

CINCINNATI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Cincinnati Bell Inc. (NYSE:CBB) announced today that its board of directors has authorized the repurchase of its common shares in an amount up to $150 million over a two-year period.

“Cincinnati Bell’s financial condition has improved considerably over the past few years. We have repaid debt, funded data center and wireless network expansions and are growing earnings. We remain committed to further debt reduction and investment in our growth businesses. At the same time, our strong and stable cash flows enable us to repurchase our common stock, which we believe is an excellent value,” said Brian Ross, Cincinnati Bell’s chief financial officer. “Our board of directors’ action clearly demonstrates the strength of our financial condition, the return on recent investments, and the commitment to continue to deliver value to our shareholders."

Cincinnati Bell expects to fund the share repurchase program with available free cash flow and execute its purchases either through the open market or private transactions. The timing, volume, and nature of share repurchases will be at the discretion of management, depending on market conditions, applicable securities laws, and other factors, and may be suspended or discontinued at any time.

About Cincinnati Bell Inc.

Cincinnati Bell Inc. (NYSE:CBB) is parent to one of the nation’s most-respected and best-performing local exchange and wireless providers with a legacy of unparalleled customer service excellence. With headquarters in Cincinnati, Ohio, Cincinnati Bell provides a wide range of telecommunications products and services to residential and business customers in Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana. For more information, visit www.cincinnatibell.com.

Safe Harbor Note

Certain of the statements and predictions contained in this release constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act. In particular, statements, projections or estimates that include or reference the words “believes,” “anticipates,” “plans,” “intends,” “expects,” “will,” or any similar expression fall within the safe harbor for forward-looking statements contained in the Reform Act. Actual results or outcomes may differ materially from those indicated or suggested by any such forward-looking statement for a variety of reasons, including, but not limited to: Cincinnati Bell’s ability to maintain its market position in communications services, including wireless, wireline and internet services; general economic trends affecting the purchase or supply of telecommunication services; world and national events that may affect the ability to provide services; changes in the regulatory environment; any rulings, orders or decrees that may be issued by any court or arbitrator; restrictions imposed under various credit facilities and debt instruments; work stoppages caused by labor disputes; and Cincinnati Bell’s ability to develop and launch new products and services. More information on potential risks and uncertainties is available in recent filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including Cincinnati Bell’s Form 10-K report, Form 10-Q reports and Form 8-K reports. The forward-looking statements included in this release represent company estimates as of February 7, 2008. Cincinnati Bell anticipates that subsequent events and developments will cause its estimates to change.

CONTACT:
Cincinnati Bell Inc.
Traci Bolte, 513-397-1195
traci.bolte@cinbell.com

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