Digicel Chairman O'Brien on Outlook, IPO, Europe

The transcript covers various topics including currency fluctuations, bond market trends, and investment strategies. It discusses the impact of currency depreciation on business, the importance of high yield bonds, and the company's leverage and capital expenditure plans. The speaker highlights investment opportunities in emerging markets, the value of spectrum, and geopolitical concerns in Europe. Additionally, the transcript touches on regulation and taxation issues, particularly the Apple ruling, and outlines future business opportunities in the Caribbean.

What is the expected impact of currency depreciation on the company's growth in the next 18 months?

• The company expects a decline in EBITA margin.

• The company expects stable growth.

• The company expects to enter positive territory.

• The company expects negative growth.

Why do investors prefer the company's bonds?

• They have high yields.

• They are risk-free.

• They are very liquid.

• They have short maturities.

What is the company's strategy for reducing leverage?

• Expanding into new markets.

• Reducing cash flow.

• Increasing capital expenditure.

• Focusing on new products and services.

Which region is the company avoiding for investments?

• Asia

• Caribbean

• Europe

• Africa

What is the company's approach to the IPO market?

• They are actively pursuing an IPO.

• They are waiting for market stability.

• They have abandoned IPO plans.

• They are focusing on private funding.

What is the strategic importance of spectrum in the company's markets?

• It is not strategically important.

• It reduces operational costs.

• It increases market competition.

• It allows for rapid LTE rollout.

Which country is highlighted as a promising investment location despite Brexit?

• Germany

• France

• Ireland

• Spain