Telecom Argentina posts Q3 2026 loss, lifts revenue and capex as 5G rollout accelerates
Telecom Argentina reported a consolidated net loss of P$56,615 million for Q3 2026 and net income of P$862,959 million for the nine‑month period. Revenue rose 18% YoY to $1,778 million and EBITDA increased 37% to $642 million, while capex jumped 44% to $354 million. The company added 887 new 5G sites in the first nine months and said its total 5G footprint reached 1,900 sites, supporting its expansion strategy.
Why it matters
The company said the higher capex underpins its 5G and fiber rollout, which it expects to drive future subscriber growth (the company’s statement). Net debt fell 9% to $2,927 million, improving leverage and financial flexibility (the company’s statement).
Key facts
- 1Consolidated net loss of P$56,615 million for Q3 2026 (controlling company loss P$66,216 million). prnewswire.com
- 2Consolidated net income of P$862,959 million for the nine‑month period (controlling company income P$837,345 million). prnewswire.com
- 3Total revenue of $1,778 million, up 18% in US‑dollar terms versus the prior year. prnewswire.com
- 4Adjusted EBITDA of $642 million, up 37% YoY, with an EBITDA margin of 36.1% (reported basis). prnewswire.com
- 5Capital expenditure of $354 million for Q3 2026, a 44% increase year‑over‑year (reported basis). telecomlead.com
- 6Added 887 new 5G sites during the first nine months of 2026. telecomlead.com
Open questions
- 5G site count differs: 887 new sites added versus total 1,900 sites after expansion.
- Capex amount differs: $354 million versus $350 million.
Summary written by AlphAI AI Desk from 4 of 4 sources. Not investment advice. Figures are as stated by the linked sources.