Why are these catalysts important in determining the true value of InterDigitals shares?
More These revenue catalysts have the potential to produce dramatic upswings in the earnings of WirelessLedger’s current focus stock, InterDigital Communications Corp. (IDCC). Posts and threads are culled from the most useful investment message board on the Internet (it is hosted by Investors Hub). #1 Market for 2G Handsets and Infrastructure Worldwide The worldwide market for current generation (2G) cell phones and other mobile devices in 2004 was over 600 million units, averaging about $125 each. InterDigital claims its patented technology is essential to 80% of all 2G devices and infrastructure sold worldwide. InterDigital has licensed much of this market and expects royalties, so a brisk worldwide market is a very important catalyst for revenue. #2 2G Licensing and Royalties Although the manufacturers of most mobile devices and infrastructure are already licensed (even if royalty rates are not yet established for Nokia and Samsung), there are some notable licensing holdouts who man
