Telefônica Brasil posts 7.2% revenue growth and 30% net profit rise in Q3 2026
Telefônica Brasil reported third‑quarter 2026 revenue of R$16.0 billion, up 7.2% year‑over‑year, and EBITDA of R$7.1 billion, a 10% increase, lifting the EBITDA margin to 44.5%. Net income climbed 30.1% to R$2.456 billion. The company reaffirmed its commitment to return at least 100% of net income to shareholders, planning R$7.3 billion in remuneration for 2026. Management highlighted continued growth in 5G coverage, fiber connections and a new prepaid offer, while noting a 2.9% decline in prepaid revenue.
Why it matters
The revenue and margin expansion exceed most analyst expectations, giving the firm financial flexibility for sizable shareholder returns (R$7.3 billion) as noted by the company. Strong cash generation and a solid balance sheet support continued dividend and buy‑back programs, which are important for income‑focused investors.
Key facts
- 1Revenue was R$16.0 billion, up 7.2% YoY. investing.com
- 2EBITDA was R$7.1 billion, up 10% YoY. investing.com
- 3EBITDA margin expanded to 44.5%. investing.com
- 4Net income rose 30.1% YoY to R$2.456 billion. finanznachrichten.de
- 5Shareholder remuneration for 2026 was set at R$7.3 billion. investing.com
- 6Capital expenditures fell 1.6% YoY to R$2.561 billion. finanznachrichten.de
Open questions
- EPS figures differ across sources: $0.30 per share, $0.1488 per share, and $0.275 per share.
Summary written by AlphAI AI Desk from 10 of 10 sources. Not investment advice. Figures are as stated by the linked sources.