Jeffrey Kagan Quotations

On the one hand, AT&T says this is going to be a very powerful competitor. On the other hand, they say they don't think they'll have many regulatory problems. I think they're in a state of denial. I think the regulators are going to be very tough on this.

It is probably prudent to wait and delay. At some point this year the market will turn around.

I think an acquisition of a satellite TV provider would fit an immediate need, and they would continue to invest in their networks to offer network-based services.

We have the best communications system in the world, until it has a hiccup and then we realize just how dependent we are.

This the best shot we have seen in 3-1/2 years.

Customers who make a move to a big telephone company or a big cable operator will do so because they're offering multiple services at a discount, or you can buy a la carte from multiple service providers if one-stop-shopping can't compete on price. Unlike Ma Bell a quarter-century ago, consumers have a lot more choices today and they're growing.

SBC is facing pressure from at least two areas -- competition and the economy. Contrary to what many people might think, competitors are making a real dent in SBC's business.

As long as customers get the service, they don't care how it works. It's like a Ford or a Chevy, what's important is that it gets you there.

This is something that will not affect the stock price ... the stock and other Baby Bells are all good buying opportunities. There is a lot of volatility associated with these companies, but if you want to ride it out they are good buys.

This could be a growth opportunity for AT&T with a quicker payoff.

There will be bugs with the Baby Bells up front. I expect them to work out the bugs eventually.