{"success":true,"data":{"pressRelease":{"id":"129616","rtpr_id":"nBw3St4tsa","ticker":"CMCSA","exchange":"NASDAQ","all_tickers":["CMCSA"],"title":"Comcast Breaks Ground to Expand High-Speed Internet to Kamas and Francis, Utah","author":"Business Wire","published_at":"2026-08-27T14:30:00.078Z","article_body":"Comcast Breaks Ground to Expand High-Speed Internet to Kamas and Francis, Utah\n\nNearly 2,400 Homes and Businesses Will Be Connected to America’s Smartest\nand Most Reliable Converged WiFi Network for the First Time\n\nComcast today announced the start of construction on a network expansion\nproject that will bring Xfinity and Comcast Business services to nearly 2,400\nhomes and businesses in Kamas and Francis, Utah. Once complete, residents and\nbusinesses will have access to multi-gigabit, symmetrical Internet and a full\nsuite of connectivity, mobile, entertainment, and smart home services\ndelivered over America's smartest and most reliable converged network.\n\nThis press release features multimedia. View the full release here:\nhttps://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260827430813/en/\n(https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260827430813/en/)\n\nAn Xfinity truck parked outside a local business in Kamas, Utah.\n\nConstruction is now underway, with the first customers expected to become\nserviceable this fall and the full project expected to be completed by the end\nof 2026. Residents can visit Xfinity.com/MyTown\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fxfinity.com%2Fmytown&esheet=54593985&newsitemid=20260827430813&lan=en-US&anchor=Xfinity.com%2FMyTown&index=1&md5=703b1320676725457464f58c1f30c185)\nand enter their addresses for additional details on construction timing and\nupcoming service availability.\n\nThe Kamas and Francis expansion is part of Comcast's ongoing investment in\nUtah and its commitment to bringing reliable, high-speed connectivity to more\ncommunities across the state.\n\n“Comcast is proud to bring Xfinity and Comcast Business to Kamas and\nFrancis, delivering reliable connectivity built for how Utahns live, work and\nstay connected,” said J.D. Keller, Regional Senior Vice President of\nComcast’s Mountain West Region. “From powering connected households to\nhelping local businesses grow and thrive, this investment brings trusted\ntechnology, fast Internet and simple, value-driven pricing to these\ncommunities as we continue expanding our network across the state.”\n\nXfinity Brings Full Suite of Residential Services to Kamas and Francis\n\nComcast is bringing its full suite of residential Xfinity services to Kamas\nand Francis, including high-speed Internet, streaming, mobile, voice, and home\nsecurity – delivering reliable, connected experiences for today’s\nconsumers at home or on the go.\n\n\n * Xfinity Internet\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.xfinity.com%2Flearn%2Finternet-service&esheet=54593985&newsitemid=20260827430813&lan=en-US&anchor=Xfinity+Internet&index=2&md5=ffa244d0bec71527358d6621e85e274c)\n\n: Speed, Reliability, and Coverage. With multi-gig speeds, 99.9% reliability,\nand powerful WiFi that reaches every corner of the home, Xfinity powers\nstreaming, gaming, and video calls – simply and seamlessly.\n\n * Xfinity Shield\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fcorporate.comcast.com%2Fxfinity-shield&esheet=54593985&newsitemid=20260827430813&lan=en-US&anchor=Xfinity+Shield&index=3&md5=a7f03bb7bcc8ebb36c412021ba36cab0)\n\n: Protection Beyond Connectivity. Xfinity Shield is a first-of-its-kind,\nalways-on platform that brings digital, physical and family protection\ntogether into one seamless experience. Included with Xfinity Internet and\npowered by our advanced network and Xfinity Gateway technology, it helps\nprovide customers with greater confidence, control and peace of mind.\n\n * Xfinity Mobile\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.xfinity.com%2Flearn%2Fmobile&esheet=54593985&newsitemid=20260827430813&lan=en-US&anchor=Xfinity+Mobile&index=4&md5=cb785619c88dda088ea4bed812a2cbfc)\n\n: Most Reliable Network. Fraction of the Cost. Xfinity Mobile delivers\nreliable, lightning‑fast speeds – up to 1 Gig – at home and on the go.\nAnd now, new customers can get one line free for a full year when they sign up\nfor a qualifying Xfinity Internet plan.\n\n * Xfinity TV\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.xfinity.com%2Flearn%2Fdigital-cable-tv%2Fx1&esheet=54593985&newsitemid=20260827430813&lan=en-US&anchor=Xfinity+TV&index=5&md5=43ce5e3f584115ef8f9b382edc19456a)\n\n: All Entertainment. One Powerful Platform. Xfinity brings together live TV,\nstreaming, sports, and on-demand content in one easy-to-use experience. With\nthe award-winning Xfinity Voice Remote, finding a show, channel, or game is\nfast, easy, and frustration-free.\n\nComcast Business: Technology Solutions for Businesses of Any Size\n\nComcast Business delivers powerful, secure, and always-on connectivity\ntailored to meet the needs of businesses – whether small startups or growing\nenterprises. With fast, reliable Internet and advanced networking solutions\nlike SD-WAN, cloud connectivity, and unified communications, Comcast Business\nhelps organizations stay connected, protected, and ready to scale.\n\nFor businesses on the move, Comcast Business Mobile offers fast, dependable\n5G, flexible data plans, and access to over 23 million WiFi hotspots\nnationwide. With features like 4K streaming, advanced spam call blocking, and\ntwice-a-year phone upgrades, it’s a mobile solution designed to keep teams\nproductive – wherever business takes them.\n\nWhat It Means for Utah\n\nComcast’s commitment to communities goes beyond building the network and\naims to increase economic mobility for the local community and its residents.\nThat’s why Comcast created Internet Essentials\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.xfinity.com%2Flearn%2Finternet-service%2Finternet-essentials&esheet=54593985&newsitemid=20260827430813&lan=en-US&anchor=Internet+Essentials&index=6&md5=05cf7e15246fa9976416fa28a9565df7)\n, a broadband adoption program that offers eligible households low-cost,\nhigh-speed Internet and affordable computers. Additionally, Comcast has made\nsignificant investments in organizations serving Utah, helping residents build\ndigital skills, expanding WiFi-connected Lift Zones\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fcorporate.comcast.com%2Fimpact%2Fdigital-equity%2Flift-zones&esheet=54593985&newsitemid=20260827430813&lan=en-US&anchor=Lift+Zones&index=7&md5=aed15432391bf9047b5ea70391e7f80c)\n, and funding connectivity and Internet adoption.\n\nAbout Comcast Corporation\n\nComcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company.\nFrom the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences\nwe create, our businesses reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers,\nand guests worldwide. We deliver world-class broadband, wireless, and video\nthrough Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream\nleading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including NBC,\nTelemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible theme parks and\nattractions to life through Universal Destinations & Experiences. Visit\nwww.comcastcorporation.com\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.comcastcorporation.com&esheet=54593985&newsitemid=20260827430813&lan=en-US&anchor=www.comcastcorporation.com&index=8&md5=55ae0636519625cc582b6d798e61d420)\nfor more information.\n\n\n\nView source version on businesswire.com:\nhttps://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260827430813/en/\n(https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260827430813/en/)\n\nPress Contacts: \n\nDanielle Pereira\n\nSr. Director, Public Relations, Comcast Mountain West Region\n\nDanielle_Pereira@comcast.com (mailto:Danielle_Pereira@comcast.com)\n\nZach Pagano\n\nManager, Public Relations, Comcast Mountain West Region\n\nZach_Pagano@Comcast.com (mailto:Zach_Pagano@Comcast.com)\n\n\nCopyright Business Wire 2026","article_body_html":"","raw_payload":{"data":{"id":"nBw3St4tsa","title":"Comcast Breaks Ground to Expand High-Speed Internet to Kamas and Francis, Utah","author":"Business Wire","ticker":"CMCSA","created":"2026-08-27T14:30:00.078Z","tickers":["CMCSA"],"exchange":"NASDAQ","article_body":"Comcast Breaks Ground to Expand High-Speed Internet to Kamas and Francis, Utah\n\nNearly 2,400 Homes and Businesses Will Be Connected to America’s Smartest\nand Most Reliable Converged WiFi Network for the First Time\n\nComcast today announced the start of construction on a network expansion\nproject that will bring Xfinity and Comcast Business services to nearly 2,400\nhomes and businesses in Kamas and Francis, Utah. Once complete, residents and\nbusinesses will have access to multi-gigabit, symmetrical Internet and a full\nsuite of connectivity, mobile, entertainment, and smart home services\ndelivered over America's smartest and most reliable converged network.\n\nThis press release features multimedia. View the full release here:\nhttps://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260827430813/en/\n(https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260827430813/en/)\n\nAn Xfinity truck parked outside a local business in Kamas, Utah.\n\nConstruction is now underway, with the first customers expected to become\nserviceable this fall and the full project expected to be completed by the end\nof 2026. Residents can visit Xfinity.com/MyTown\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fxfinity.com%2Fmytown&esheet=54593985&newsitemid=20260827430813&lan=en-US&anchor=Xfinity.com%2FMyTown&index=1&md5=703b1320676725457464f58c1f30c185)\nand enter their addresses for additional details on construction timing and\nupcoming service availability.\n\nThe Kamas and Francis expansion is part of Comcast's ongoing investment in\nUtah and its commitment to bringing reliable, high-speed connectivity to more\ncommunities across the state.\n\n“Comcast is proud to bring Xfinity and Comcast Business to Kamas and\nFrancis, delivering reliable connectivity built for how Utahns live, work and\nstay connected,” said J.D. Keller, Regional Senior Vice President of\nComcast’s Mountain West Region. “From powering connected households to\nhelping local businesses grow and thrive, this investment brings trusted\ntechnology, fast Internet and simple, value-driven pricing to these\ncommunities as we continue expanding our network across the state.”\n\nXfinity Brings Full Suite of Residential Services to Kamas and Francis\n\nComcast is bringing its full suite of residential Xfinity services to Kamas\nand Francis, including high-speed Internet, streaming, mobile, voice, and home\nsecurity – delivering reliable, connected experiences for today’s\nconsumers at home or on the go.\n\n\n * Xfinity Internet\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.xfinity.com%2Flearn%2Finternet-service&esheet=54593985&newsitemid=20260827430813&lan=en-US&anchor=Xfinity+Internet&index=2&md5=ffa244d0bec71527358d6621e85e274c)\n\n: Speed, Reliability, and Coverage. With multi-gig speeds, 99.9% reliability,\nand powerful WiFi that reaches every corner of the home, Xfinity powers\nstreaming, gaming, and video calls – simply and seamlessly.\n\n * Xfinity Shield\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fcorporate.comcast.com%2Fxfinity-shield&esheet=54593985&newsitemid=20260827430813&lan=en-US&anchor=Xfinity+Shield&index=3&md5=a7f03bb7bcc8ebb36c412021ba36cab0)\n\n: Protection Beyond Connectivity. Xfinity Shield is a first-of-its-kind,\nalways-on platform that brings digital, physical and family protection\ntogether into one seamless experience. Included with Xfinity Internet and\npowered by our advanced network and Xfinity Gateway technology, it helps\nprovide customers with greater confidence, control and peace of mind.\n\n * Xfinity Mobile\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.xfinity.com%2Flearn%2Fmobile&esheet=54593985&newsitemid=20260827430813&lan=en-US&anchor=Xfinity+Mobile&index=4&md5=cb785619c88dda088ea4bed812a2cbfc)\n\n: Most Reliable Network. Fraction of the Cost. Xfinity Mobile delivers\nreliable, lightning‑fast speeds – up to 1 Gig – at home and on the go.\nAnd now, new customers can get one line free for a full year when they sign up\nfor a qualifying Xfinity Internet plan.\n\n * Xfinity TV\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.xfinity.com%2Flearn%2Fdigital-cable-tv%2Fx1&esheet=54593985&newsitemid=20260827430813&lan=en-US&anchor=Xfinity+TV&index=5&md5=43ce5e3f584115ef8f9b382edc19456a)\n\n: All Entertainment. One Powerful Platform. Xfinity brings together live TV,\nstreaming, sports, and on-demand content in one easy-to-use experience. With\nthe award-winning Xfinity Voice Remote, finding a show, channel, or game is\nfast, easy, and frustration-free.\n\nComcast Business: Technology Solutions for Businesses of Any Size\n\nComcast Business delivers powerful, secure, and always-on connectivity\ntailored to meet the needs of businesses – whether small startups or growing\nenterprises. With fast, reliable Internet and advanced networking solutions\nlike SD-WAN, cloud connectivity, and unified communications, Comcast Business\nhelps organizations stay connected, protected, and ready to scale.\n\nFor businesses on the move, Comcast Business Mobile offers fast, dependable\n5G, flexible data plans, and access to over 23 million WiFi hotspots\nnationwide. With features like 4K streaming, advanced spam call blocking, and\ntwice-a-year phone upgrades, it’s a mobile solution designed to keep teams\nproductive – wherever business takes them.\n\nWhat It Means for Utah\n\nComcast’s commitment to communities goes beyond building the network and\naims to increase economic mobility for the local community and its residents.\nThat’s why Comcast created Internet Essentials\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.xfinity.com%2Flearn%2Finternet-service%2Finternet-essentials&esheet=54593985&newsitemid=20260827430813&lan=en-US&anchor=Internet+Essentials&index=6&md5=05cf7e15246fa9976416fa28a9565df7)\n, a broadband adoption program that offers eligible households low-cost,\nhigh-speed Internet and affordable computers. Additionally, Comcast has made\nsignificant investments in organizations serving Utah, helping residents build\ndigital skills, expanding WiFi-connected Lift Zones\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=https%3A%2F%2Fcorporate.comcast.com%2Fimpact%2Fdigital-equity%2Flift-zones&esheet=54593985&newsitemid=20260827430813&lan=en-US&anchor=Lift+Zones&index=7&md5=aed15432391bf9047b5ea70391e7f80c)\n, and funding connectivity and Internet adoption.\n\nAbout Comcast Corporation\n\nComcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company.\nFrom the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences\nwe create, our businesses reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers,\nand guests worldwide. We deliver world-class broadband, wireless, and video\nthrough Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream\nleading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including NBC,\nTelemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible theme parks and\nattractions to life through Universal Destinations & Experiences. Visit\nwww.comcastcorporation.com\n(https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.comcastcorporation.com&esheet=54593985&newsitemid=20260827430813&lan=en-US&anchor=www.comcastcorporation.com&index=8&md5=55ae0636519625cc582b6d798e61d420)\nfor more information.\n\n\n\nView source version on businesswire.com:\nhttps://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260827430813/en/\n(https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260827430813/en/)\n\nPress Contacts: \n\nDanielle Pereira\n\nSr. Director, Public Relations, Comcast Mountain West Region\n\nDanielle_Pereira@comcast.com (mailto:Danielle_Pereira@comcast.com)\n\nZach Pagano\n\nManager, Public Relations, Comcast Mountain West Region\n\nZach_Pagano@Comcast.com (mailto:Zach_Pagano@Comcast.com)\n\n\nCopyright Business Wire 2026"},"type":"article","timestamp":"2026-08-27T14:30:00.160626461Z","server_sent_at_ms":1787841000160},"received_at":"2026-08-27T14:30:00.211Z","source_url":"https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260827430813/en/"},"analysis":{"id":"118528","press_release_id":"129616","analysis_json":{"industry":{"label":"Cable & Satellite","sector":"Communication Services"},"redFlags":[],"eventType":"operations_update","narrative":"Comcast announced the start of construction to extend its network to nearly 2,400 homes and businesses in Kamas and Francis, Utah.\n\nThe project, which is currently underway, is expected to see the first customers come online this fall with full completion by the end of 2026.\n\nResidents and businesses will gain access to multi-gigabit speeds, mobile services, and the full Xfinity suite as part of Comcast's ongoing investment in the state.","sentiment":"neutral","agentHooks":{"shouldPost":false,"suggestedAngle":"Comcast expands network reach in Utah."},"keyFigures":{"customDimensions":{"wifi_hotspots":"23 million","homes_businesses_connected":"nearly 2,400"}},"quotedText":"Comcast is proud to bring Xfinity and Comcast Business to Kamas and Francis, delivering reliable connectivity built for how Utahns live, work and stay connected","namedEntities":{"people":[{"name":"J.D. 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