The telecommunications sector in Portugal faces intense competition, impacting operator margins. In Q2, Meo experienced stagnant total revenues and declining operational profitability in its consumer segment.
Telecom Competition Portugal Meo: Financial Impact
During H1, Meo's EBITDA dropped 7.5% year-on-year to €443 million, while revenue grew slightly by 0.3% to €1.297 billion. To offset consumer market pressure, Meo expanded into new areas like Meo Energia, which grew 36%.
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Meo Corporate Restructuring Strategy
To improve efficiency, Meo began a restructuring program involving workforce realignments and voluntary departures. Management expects these structural changes to produce visible results through 2027.
Core Highlights
- EBITDA Drop: Fell 7.5% in H1 due to market competition.
- Revenue Drivers: Fixed-line services rose 3%, supported by energy and B2B growth.
- R&D Expansion: Altice Labs doubled its international market revenues.
- Investment: €202 million invested in H1 for infrastructure resilience.
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