The largest satellite TV provider in the U.S., DIRECTV (DTV) is set to release its first-quarter 2013 results before the opening bell on May 7, 2013. In the last quarter, the company delivered a 33.62% positive earnings surprise. Let’s see how things are shaping up for this announcement. Factors to be Considered this Quarter We believe that a maturing Pay-TV market in the U.S. coupled with tough competition from cable MSO’s (multi service operator) remain the biggest challenge for DIRECTV. Apart from the MSO’s, the large telecom carriers are also reducing its market share by offering fibre-based TV and other high-speed broadband services. Additionally, DIRECTV is significantly lagging in providing services like streaming facilities and has been losing market share to mainstream pay-TV service providers. However, the company has taken
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