Vodafone
About: Vodafone operates mobile and fixed-line networks and businesses in more than 20 countries. Its largest market is Germany, where it is the second mobile operator after Deutsche Telekom and owns a cable network after acquiring Kabel Deutschland in 2013 and Liberty Global Germany in 2019. In the UK it acts as a mobile operator and is attempting a merger with CK Hutchison as of 2024. In 2024 Vodafone also divested its Spanish and Italian divisions, given their low returns on invested capital.
Employees: 85,225
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Funds holding %
of 6,809 funds
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Analysts bullish %
Fund manager confidence
Based on 2024 Q3 regulatory filings by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)
67% more funds holding in top 10
Funds holding in top 10: 3 [Q2] → 5 (+2) [Q3]
55% more repeat investments, than reductions
Existing positions increased: 202 | Existing positions reduced: 130
2% more capital invested
Capital invested by funds: $2B [Q2] → $2.05B (+$45.6M) [Q3]
0.06% less ownership
Funds ownership: 0.84% [Q2] → 0.79% (-0.06%) [Q3]
0% less funds holding
Funds holding: 506 [Q2] → 505 (-1) [Q3]
2% less first-time investments, than exits
New positions opened: 61 | Existing positions closed: 62
4% less call options, than puts
Call options by funds: $51.9M | Put options by funds: $53.8M
Research analyst outlook
We haven’t received any recent analyst ratings for VOD.
Financial journalist opinion
Based on 20 articles about VOD published over the past 30 days
Positive
Seeking Alpha
1 week ago
Undercovered Dozen: Ubiquiti, Ready Capital, Cardiff Oncology, Vodafone +
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Positive
Proactive Investors
1 week ago
BT and Vodafone could benefit as Ofcom slashes fees by £40mln
Regulator Ofcom has proposed slashing fees it charges mobile network operators to the tune of £40 million. Fees, paid by the likes of BT Group PLC (LSE:BT.A) and Vodafone Group PLC (LSE:VOD) to use certain radio frequencies, could be slashed by as much as 21%, Ofcom said Friday.
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
1 week ago
Should Value Investors Buy Vodafone Group (VOD) Stock?
Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.
Neutral
PRNewsWire
1 week ago
Vodafone Idea selects Tejas Networks to scale its backhaul capacity for 4G and 5G rollouts
BENGALURU, India , Dec. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Tejas Networks (BSE: 540595) (NSE: TEJASNET) today announced that it has entered into a three - year contract with Vodafone Idea Limited ("VIL"), a leading telecom service provider in India, to supply its industry-leading TJ1400 and TJ1600 packet and optical transmission products to augment Vodafone Idea's backhaul capacity and boost network performance across multiple telecom circles in the country. Mr. Jagbir Singh, CTO Vodafone Idea Limited said, "As VIL accelerates its pan-India 4G and 5G rollouts, it is critical to upgrade our backhaul network to be scalable, robust and future-ready to efficiently manage the expected growth in data traffic and rising bandwidth demands.
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
1 week ago
3 Wireless Non-US Stocks to Watch Amid Short-Term Industry Headwinds
The fast-track 5G rollout and solid wireless traction should help the Zacks Wireless Non-US industry thrive despite short-term headwinds. VOD, KT and CRNT are well-positioned to make the most of the demand for seamless connectivity solutions.
Positive
Proactive Investors
1 week ago
Vodafone's merger with Three expected to deliver £7bn tailwind
Newly published regulatory disclosures from Vodafone Group PLC (LSE:VOD) have provided an insight into the financial rationale behind its £15 billion merger with Three. The combined telecoms business is predicted to achieve over £700 million in recurring annual cost and capital expenditure synergies by the fifth year after completion.
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
2 weeks ago
Vodafone Receives Approval for Merger With Three UK: Stock to Gain?
VOD receives approval for merger with Three UK. The merger, expected to be completed in the first half of 2025, will drive 5G investments across the U.K. and boost network coverage.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
2 weeks ago
Vodafone: Three UK Merger Approval May Be An Important Catalyst For Re-Rating The Stock
Vodafone has been restructuring, selling its towers segment and merging its U.K. operations with Three to improve fundamentals and reduce debt. Despite these efforts, Vodafone stock trades near all-time lows, presenting a compelling opportunity for value investors given its attractive valuation. The U.K. merger, expected to complete by mid-2025, will make Vodafone the largest telecom player in the U.K., enhancing market position and synergies.
Positive
CNBC International TV
2 weeks ago
Merger will give the UK the digital infrastructure it truly: Vodafone CEO
Margherita Della Valle, the CEO of Vodafone, discusses the CMA's approval for a Vodafone and Three merger, and what the firm's next steps are.
Positive
Reuters
2 weeks ago
Vodafone-Three merger approval marks UK antitrust shift
Britain's decision to allow two of its four mobile networks to merge is the first big sign that regulators have taken on board the government's wish for them to prioritise economic growth and infrastructure investment over lower consumer prices.
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