Is SBC and AT&T the same company?

SBC Communications Inc. and AT&T embark upon a historic industry merger , marking the beginning of a new era of capability, innovation and convenience in global communications and entertainment services. In October, SBC announces that the combined company will be called AT&T, Inc.

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Who took over SBC?

One of the new companies formed by the breakup of AT&T was Southwestern Bell Corporation . This company grew continuously over the years until it acquired AT&T in 2005. After this acquisition, SBC took on AT&T’s name and branding, and this is the company known as AT&T today.

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