Lumen Technologies: Deleveraging And AI, A Speculative Setup With Asymmetric Upside

  • Lumen is a high-risk, high-reward turnaround, with deep value at $4.20 and fair value estimated near $21 per share. The AT&T fibre sale will slash debt, boost free cash flow, and let Lumen focus on enterprise fibre for AI/cloud demand, driving long-term growth. Aggressive cost cuts, modernization, and AI-driven efficiencies are improving margins and cash flow, with EBITDA growth targeted for 2026.