Verizon, Frontier Secure Regulatory Approvals to Finalize Transaction
Verizon Communications Inc. and Frontier Communications Parent, Inc. have received all necessary regulatory approvals for their impending merger. The acquisition is set to close on January 20, 2026, following California’s approval on January 15, 2026.
Details of the Verizon and Frontier Transaction
This merger will significantly expand Verizon’s fiber network to nearly 30 million homes and businesses across 31 states and Washington, D.C. The integration of Frontier’s fiber internet will complement Verizon’s robust 5G mobile network, enhancing service quality for customers.
Significance of the Merger
According to Verizon’s CEO, Dan Schulman, this acquisition marks a pivotal point in the company’s evolution. Verizon aims to reclaim its market leadership through this significant transformation. The completed transaction will enable Verizon to provide customers with improved mobility and fiber internet services.
Customer Benefits
- Enhanced accessibility to premium home internet and mobile services.
- Introduction of new offers for Verizon and Frontier customers post-merger.
- Increased savings and value for consumers nationwide.
Verizon has a long-standing history as a fiber leader, having been the first major U.S. telecommunications company to deliver fiber to homes in 2005. This acquisition is anticipated to further accelerate Verizon’s fiber strategy.
Impact on Frontier Communications
Upon the transaction’s closure, Frontier’s common stock will be delisted from Nasdaq. The last trading day for Frontier shares is projected to be January 16, 2026. Following the merger, Verizon will disclose additional details on the integration during its fourth-quarter earnings call scheduled for January 30, 2026.
This transaction is expected to generate cross-sell opportunities, leveraging Frontier’s existing customer base to enhance service offerings in complementary markets.
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