“We are very pleased to know that the combined AT&T Corporation and SBC Communications Inc. will adopt the AT&T name upon the formal close of the merger. This decision is a powerful endorsement of the enduring strength of the AT&T brand, which is far and away the most recognized communications brand in the U.S. and around the globe. The decision is also a tribute to our employees, who for 120 years have worked so hard to build a proud heritage of innovation, quality service, integrity and reliability.
“Obviously, our two companies will continue to operate as separate entities until the merger is completed, but we look forward to taking our customers into a new era of integrated communications, information services and entertainment under a strong, unified AT&T brand.”
