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Your mobile bills may go up by another 12-15% soon
Get ready for another telecom tariff hike, with prices expected to rise by 12-15% in the next three to four months. This comes as the market consolidates, favoring established players. Expect a slight increase in average revenue per user this quarter, driven by upgrades to 4G and 5G. Meanwhile, Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel are set to gain more subscribers, while Vodafone Idea continues its 5G expansion.
'Telcos may do well in Q1; tariff hikes likely in H2,' say analysts
Telecom operators are poised for single-digit revenue growth this quarter, driven by steady subscriber additions and users opting for premium 4G/5G plans. Analysts anticipate tariff hikes in the latter half of the fiscal year, with projections ranging from 10-20%. Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea are expected to see user base expansion, contributing to ARPU increases, though recent earnings reflect the absence of immediate price adjustments.
Satellite communication providers and telecom operators agree on Trai's infrastructure provider proposal
Satellite communication providers and telecom operators have reached an agreement on a proposal to allow satellite operators to function as infrastructure providers, partnering with existing telcos to expand services. This move, supported by major players like Amazon Leo, Vodafone Idea, and Bharti Airtel, aims to create a distinct network provider layer.
Stocks to Watch today: BEL, IREDA, JSW Infra, Vi, Vedanta Aluminium & more
Stocks to Watch today: BEL, IREDA, JSW Infra, Vodafone Idea, Vedanta Aluminium, Craftsman Automation, Delhivery, Bajaj Auto, Bandhan Bank and more will be in focus today.
Elara Capital's Harendra Kumar sees India benefiting as AI trade cools and FII flows return
Harendra Kumar of Elara Capital says global money flowing out of expensive AI stocks could now flow back into India, especially as the country's weight on global indices hits new lows and West Asia tensions ease. He's less worried about a weak monsoon hurting markets, noting some sectors gain even as others lose. On telecom, he backs Bharti Airtel over Vodafone Idea, citing its Africa business and expected tariff hikes that benefit both operators and the government.
Telcos reject call for cheaper, standalone voice & SMS plans
Telecom operators Reliance Jio, Airtel, and Vodafone Idea have rejected the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India's (Trai) proposal for mandatory affordable voice and SMS-only plans. Consumer advocates argue this forces millions of feature phone users to subsidize data they don't use, while telcos claim it's technically unsound and anti-consumer.
Mumbai Metro Aqua Line’s 2-year signal war ends: Your phone finally works underground
Mumbai Metro Aqua Line commuters can now enjoy mobile network connectivity after a two-year dispute resolution. Vodafone Idea and Airtel are rolling out services across stations, with Jio to follow soon. Telecom operators now have direct contracts with MMRCL, significantly reducing infrastructure rental costs and ensuring reliable communication for passengers.
AB Group reaffirms bet on Voda Idea with ₹4,730 Cr infusion
Vodafone Idea shareholders approved a ₹4,730-crore investment from the Aditya Birla Group via preferential allotment of warrants, increasing AB Group's stake to around 13%. Chairman Kumar Mangalam Birla stated the company's focus now shifts to execution across operations, customer service, and network expansion. This capital infusion will support capital expenditure and loan repayment, reinforcing Vi's financial health.
'Tough times don't last': Birla says Vodafone Idea has navigated one of its toughest periods
Chairman Birla said Vodafone Idea is at an inflexion point as promoters commit ₹4,730 crore and lenders weigh financing plans.
Top Gainers & Losers on June 11: Aegis Logistics, DOMS Industries, Tejas Networks, Vodafone Idea among top gainers
The Indian stock market struggled on June 11, with Nifty 50 down 0.24% and Sensex down 0.15%, as tensions in the Middle East escalated after US attacks on Iran, affecting investor sentiment and causing broader market losses.
Airtel Arm Bharti Hexacom Gets Rs 473-Crore Relief After Bombay HC Order In Spectrum Case
The relief comes as part of a wider judgment in favour of Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea, with the court striking down the Centre's retrospective levy of one-time spectrum charges imposed on telecom operators.
Vodafone Idea share price jumps over 3% after Bombay High Court relief on spectrum charges
Vodafone Idea share price has gained 30% in one month, and has rallied 47% in three months. The telecom stock has surged 36% in six months, while it has jumped 106% in one year.