Relatively stable wireless churn ‘encouraging,’ say Quebecor executives

By Ahmad Hathout As the three largest carriers saw higher wireless customer turnover in the first quarter, the presumptive fourth carrier is doing a victory lap over what it said is its relatively stable churn. “Our churn is stable, whereas our competition is increasing,” said Hugues Simard, Quebecor’s Chief Financial Officer on a quarterly conference call Thursday. “I think that continues to be a very encouraging .” Rogers, Bell, and Telus all reported higher churn in the first quarter this year compared to the same period last year. The higher figure was met with concern, but one for which they...