Operating Margin - Hellenic Telecommunications Organization SA (ATHEX:HTO)

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Price: 17.01 EUR -0.29%

Market Cap: 6.9B EUR

18.7%

Current

21%

Average

9.7%

Industry

Operating Margin represents how efficiently a company is able to generate profit through its core operations.

Higher ratios are generally better, illustrating the company is efficient in its operations and is good at turning sales into profits.

Operating Margin

18.7%

Operating Profit

672.4m

Revenue

3.6B

Operating Margin Across Competitors

Country		Company	Market Cap	Operating Margin
GR	H	Hellenic Telecommunications Organization SA ATHEX:HTO	6.9B EUR	19%
US		AT&T Inc NYSE:T	172.8B USD	19%
US		Verizon Communications Inc NYSE:VZ	172.5B USD	24%
DE		Deutsche Telekom AG XETRA:DTE	130.8B EUR	23%
CN		China Telecom Corp Ltd SSE:601728	613.1B CNY	7%
JP		Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corp TSE:9432	12.8T JPY	13%
SG		Singapore Telecommunications Ltd SGX:Z74	75.2B SGD	10%
SA		Saudi Telecom Company SJSC SAU:7010	189B SAR	18%
FR		Orange SA PAR:ORA	36.8B EUR	11%
CH		Swisscom AG SIX:SCMN	29.1B CHF	12%
AU		Telstra Corporation Ltd ASX:TLS	54.8B AUD	17%

Hellenic Telecommunications Organization SA
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Market Cap

6.9B EUR

Industry

Telecommunication

In the bustling world of communications and technology, Hellenic Telecommunications Organization SA, often known as OTE, stands as a pivotal player in Greece. Established in 1949, OTE has evolved from a traditional telephone service provider to a modern communications giant. At the heart of its operations is the delivery of integrated telecom solutions, ranging from fixed-line telephony services to mobile communication, broadband internet, and subscription-based television. Throughout its journey, OTE has embraced the digital transformation wave, constantly innovating and expanding its suite of services. It has successfully capitalized on its robust infrastructure and technological expertise to cater to both residential and business clients across diverse needs. Financially, OTE generates its revenue through a well-diversified portfolio. A significant chunk comes from its mobile segment, under the Cosmote brand, which provides a variety of voice and data packages tailored for individual and corporate users. Additionally, OTE's fixed-line segment, although mature, still contributes substantially as it transitions customers to fiber-optic and digital services. The broadband and television sectors have shown consistent growth, tapping into the increasing demand for reliable connectivity and high-quality entertainment content. With a strategic partnership with Deutsche Telekom, which owns a large stake in the company, OTE benefits from synergies that bolster its competitive position, allowing it to maintain a strong financial footing and continue its quest for innovation in the Greek and Southeast European markets.

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HTO Intrinsic Value

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Hellenic Telecommunications Organization SA
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