DNB speeds up 5G growth
Digital Nasional Bhd's (DNB) completion of a RM5.2bil syndicated Islamic term financing marks a significant step in Malaysia's transition to a dual 5G network, providing the wholesale network operator with a longer-term funding structure as ownership shifts towards its three mobile network operators (MNO) shareholders.
Keen competition to weigh on MNO profitability
PETALING JAYA: Profitability across Malaysia's mobile network operators (MNOs) could come under pressure as competition intensifies following the rollout of a second 5G network, CGS International Bhd Research (CGSI Research) cautions.
Telcos set for stronger 2H on resilient earnings
The telecommunications (telecoms) sector is expected to deliver a seasonally stronger second half of 2026 (2H26), supported by resilient earnings, improving prepaid average revenue per user (Arpu) and structural growth in fixed-line businesses.
U Mobile, ZTE demonstrate portable, green energy 5G site
KUALA LUMPUR: U Mobile, in collaboration with technology provider ZTE Corp, has successfully completed a proof-of-concept for a portable, off-grid 5G network site powered entirely by green energy.
Telecom sector revenue growth hits speed bump
The telecommunications (telecom) sector's second-quarter (2Q26) earnings are broadly within expectations, with top-line expansion restricted to low single digits as a challenging consumer environment limited subscriber expansion and average revenue per user (Arpu) gains.
Telcos face cautious outlook as 5G risks remain
PETALING JAYA: The outlook for Malaysia's telecommunications sector remains neutral, with regulatory developments surrounding the 5G dual network model continuing to weigh on mobile network operators (MNOs), according to Kenanga Research.
Telco operators poised for service revenue gains
The domestic telecommunications companies (telcos) are expected to gain from a growth in service revenue, supported by the consumer and enterprise segments while keeping a tight lid on costs, says MBSB Research.
Telcos poised for stronger earnings next quarter
PETALING JAYA: The telecommunications sector could see a stronger earnings performance in the third quarter of 2026 as the average revenue per user (Arpu) is set to see an uplift.
Axiata builds momentum on asset strategy
PETALING JAYA: Axiata Group Bhd's strategy to unlock the full value of its assets while enhancing shareholder returns is beginning to bear fruit.
TIME dotCom expected to sustain earnings momentum
PETALING JAYA: TIME dotCom Bhd is expected to sustain its earnings momentum, supported by continued growth in home fibre subscribers, stronger demand from hyperscalers and an improvement in its cloud business, although its share price has already reflected some of the positive developments.
