Revenue, profit and earnings per share reached their highest third-quarter levels since 2009 at Chunghwa Telecom.
Chunghwa Telecom reported record Q3 2026 results, with revenue up 16.7% to NT$67.59B, net income up 29.5% to NT$12.22B, and EPS at NT$1.57. All metrics exceeded guidance. The company cited strong core telecom and ICT businesses, plus asset revitalization gains. Management expressed confidence in meeting full-year targets and outlined AI strategy expansion.
How this was made
The 30-second read
Why it matters
The earnings beat may trigger buying from income-focused investors and those seeking exposure to Asian telecom growth.
Market read
Primary earnings release with material beat; actionable for traders with exposure to CHT.
What to watch
Currency fluctuations and regulatory risks in Taiwan could temper upside.
Background
Chunghwa Telecom is Taiwan's largest telecom provider, listed in the US as ADR CHT.
Ticker impact
Chunghwa Telecom reported Q3 2026 results with revenue, profit and EPS at their highest levels since 2009, beating the high end of guidance.
likely upward pressure as the market prices in the earnings beat and raised outlook
The company exceeded guidance on multiple metrics, which typically drives short-term buying interest.
Market effects
Telecom sector may see a modest lift as a major player reports strong growth.
Taiwan market could benefit from the positive earnings surprise.
Limited to investors with exposure to Asian telecoms; no broad macro impact.
Counterpoint
If the market has already priced in the beat, the stock could face short-term profit taking.
Key entities
- companyChunghwa Telecom
Taiwanese telecom operator reporting Q3 2026 results.
- executiveChih-Cheng Chien
Chairman and CEO of Chunghwa Telecom who commented on the results.



