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Report Reveals Crisis in U.S. Wireless Infrastructure Stability

7/30/2025

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The Brattle Group report reveals structural issues in U.S. wireless infrastructure, dominated by Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile, controlling 97% of the market.
Contractors experience low compensation, delayed payments, and rising costs, threatening workforce stability and national security.
Over 50% of contractors have cut staff, with 80% stating MNO pricing does not meet operational costs.
The report calls for policymakers to rectify market imbalances for sustainable wireless infrastructure.

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Story summary

The Brattle Group report reveals structural issues in U.S. wireless infrastructure, dominated by Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile, controlling 97% of the market.
Contractors experience low compensation, delayed payments, and rising costs, threatening workforce stability and national security.
Over 50% of contractors have cut staff, with 80% stating MNO pricing does not meet operational costs.
The report calls for policymakers to rectify market imbalances for sustainable wireless infrastructure.