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Telefonica

5.29 USD
-0.04
0.75%
At close Jul 3, 4:00 PM EDT
After hours
5.17
-0.12
2.27%
1 day
-0.75%
5 days
1.54%
1 month
0.19%
3 months
7.74%
6 months
30.94%
Year to date
30.30%
1 year
24.47%
5 years
31.92%
10 years
-48.84%
 

About: Telefonica operates mobile and fixed networks in Spain (where it is the incumbent operator), the UK, Germany, Brazil, and Latin American countries. The company derives more than 30% of its revenue from Spain, close to 20% from Germany, and 20% from Brazil. Its UK operations are held through a joint venture with Virgin Media. For several years Telefonica has been simplifying its corporate structure by selling noncore assets.

Employees: 101,384

0
Funds holding %
of 7,310 funds
Analysts bullish %

Fund manager confidence

Based on 2025 Q1 regulatory disclosures by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)

1,880% more call options, than puts

Call options by funds: $99K | Put options by funds: $5K

33% more first-time investments, than exits

New positions opened: 28 | Existing positions closed: 21

0.01% less ownership

Funds ownership: 1.26% [Q4 2024] → 1.25% (-0.01%) [Q1 2025]

0% less funds holding

Funds holding: 240 [Q4 2024] → 239 (-1) [Q1 2025]

13% less repeat investments, than reductions

Existing positions increased: 76 | Existing positions reduced: 87

34% less capital invested

Capital invested by funds: $499M [Q4 2024] → $329M (-$170M) [Q1 2025]

Research analyst outlook

We haven’t received any recent analyst ratings for TEF.

Financial journalist opinion

Based on 10 articles about TEF published over the past 30 days

Positive
Zacks Investment Research
12 hours ago
Should Value Investors Buy Telefonica (TEF) 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.
Should Value Investors Buy Telefonica (TEF) Stock?
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
1 week ago
TEF vs. TU: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?
Investors interested in stocks from the Diversified Communication Services sector have probably already heard of Telefonica (TEF) and Telus (TU). But which of these two stocks is more attractive to value investors?
TEF vs. TU: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?
Positive
Proactive Investors
2 weeks ago
Vodafone climbs after appointing former Microsoft and Telefonica finance chief
Vodafone Group PLC (LSE:VOD) shares were one of the top risers on the FTSE 100 as the telecoms group lined up a new chief financial officer to take over this autumn, who had the feel of a potential CEO succession candidate in time. Pilar López will succeed Luka Mucic, who is stepping down as CFO at the end of November.
Vodafone climbs after appointing former Microsoft and Telefonica finance chief
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
2 weeks ago
Are Investors Undervaluing Telefonica (TEF) Right Now?
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.
Are Investors Undervaluing Telefonica (TEF) Right Now?
Neutral
Reuters
2 weeks ago
Spain's Telefonica reshapes Latin America strategy after leadership change
Spanish telecom giant Telefonica has accelerated plans to reduce its exposure in Spanish-speaking Latin America, where profitability is lower than capital cost, to focus instead on four main markets under new CEO Marc Murtra.
Spain's Telefonica reshapes Latin America strategy after leadership change
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
2 weeks ago
3 Communication Stocks Poised to Ride on Sector Strength
The accelerated pace of 5G deployment and demand for scalable infrastructure will likely help the Zacks Diversified Communication Services industry thrive despite geopolitical headwinds. TELNY, DTEGY and TEF are well-positioned to capitalize on the infrastructure upgrade for seamless connectivity.
3 Communication Stocks Poised to Ride on Sector Strength
Negative
Seeking Alpha
3 weeks ago
Telefónica Q1: Not An Exciting Quarter
Telefónica, S.A.'s Q1 results showed weak headline numbers, with revenue growth slowing and profitability metrics declining or stagnating across key regions. The company's financial position remains solid, with a safe leverage ratio and reaffirmed BBB- credit rating, typical for telecoms. Spain and Brazil showed some resilience, but growth is modest and vulnerable to currency fluctuations and competitive pressures, especially in Germany.
Telefónica Q1: Not An Exciting Quarter
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
3 weeks ago
TEF or TU: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
Investors interested in Diversified Communication Services stocks are likely familiar with Telefonica (TEF) and Telus (TU). But which of these two stocks presents investors with the better value opportunity right now?
TEF or TU: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
3 weeks ago
Telefonica (TEF) is a Great Momentum Stock: Should You Buy?
Does Telefonica (TEF) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.
Telefonica (TEF) is a Great Momentum Stock: Should You Buy?
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
3 weeks ago
Here's Why Telefonica (TEF) is a Strong Momentum Stock
The Zacks Style Scores offers investors a way to easily find top-rated stocks based on their investing style. Here's why you should take advantage.
Here's Why Telefonica (TEF) is a Strong Momentum Stock
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