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Interlink Telecom Public Company Limited (ITEL.BK)

Q3 20266 Sep – 15 Sep 2026

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ITEL wins big USO 3 contracts, but near-term profit still weak

USO 3 contract wins ITEL, through joint ventures, won three USO 3 regions worth about 3.41 billion baht. This locks in long-term revenue, but the work is low-margin and revenue starts mostly in 2027, so it barely helps near-term profit.
This is the main new event driving the stock and explains the recent price jump.
Hyperscaler revenue expected in Q3 ITEL expects to start booking revenue from hyperscaler clients in Q3, with 600-700 million baht more work coming. This supports the full-year revenue target of 3.6 billion baht and shows new demand beyond government projects.
It is a new demand source that could lift revenue and diversify away from low-margin government work.
Near-term earnings still weak Despite the contract wins, analysts say ITEL will likely post a loss in Q3 and Q4 2026 because the new work is low-margin and revenue recognition is delayed. The profit boost is pushed to 2027.
It is the main counterweight: the good news does not fix current losses, so the stock may stay volatile.
Analyst upgrade on 2027 outlook Asia Plus Securities raised its 2027 profit forecast for ITEL from 381 million to 729 million baht and lifted its target price to 11.80 baht, citing certainty of five-year revenue from the new contracts.
It shows professional investors see the contract wins as a real long-term value driver, not just a one-day pop.

September 20266 Sep – 15 Sep 2026

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ITEL wins big USO 3 contracts, but near-term profit still weak

USO 3 contract wins ITEL, through joint ventures, won three USO 3 regions worth about 3.41 billion baht. This locks in long-term revenue, but the work is low-margin and revenue starts mostly in 2027, so it barely helps near-term profit.
This is the main new event driving the stock and explains the recent price jump.
Hyperscaler revenue expected in Q3 ITEL expects to start booking revenue from hyperscaler clients in Q3, with 600-700 million baht more work coming. This supports the full-year revenue target of 3.6 billion baht and shows new demand beyond government projects.
It is a new demand source that could lift revenue and diversify away from low-margin government work.
Near-term earnings still weak Despite the contract wins, analysts say ITEL will likely post a loss in Q3 and Q4 2026 because the new work is low-margin and revenue recognition is delayed. The profit boost is pushed to 2027.
It is the main counterweight: the good news does not fix current losses, so the stock may stay volatile.
Analyst upgrade on 2027 outlook Asia Plus Securities raised its 2027 profit forecast for ITEL from 381 million to 729 million baht and lifted its target price to 11.80 baht, citing certainty of five-year revenue from the new contracts.
It shows professional investors see the contract wins as a real long-term value driver, not just a one-day pop.

Latest6 Sep – 15 Sep 2026

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ITEL wins big USO 3 contracts, but near-term profit still weak

USO 3 contract wins ITEL, through joint ventures, won three USO 3 regions worth about 3.41 billion baht. This locks in long-term revenue, but the work is low-margin and revenue starts mostly in 2027, so it barely helps near-term profit.
This is the main new event driving the stock and explains the recent price jump.
Hyperscaler revenue expected in Q3 ITEL expects to start booking revenue from hyperscaler clients in Q3, with 600-700 million baht more work coming. This supports the full-year revenue target of 3.6 billion baht and shows new demand beyond government projects.
It is a new demand source that could lift revenue and diversify away from low-margin government work.
Near-term earnings still weak Despite the contract wins, analysts say ITEL will likely post a loss in Q3 and Q4 2026 because the new work is low-margin and revenue recognition is delayed. The profit boost is pushed to 2027.
It is the main counterweight: the good news does not fix current losses, so the stock may stay volatile.
Analyst upgrade on 2027 outlook Asia Plus Securities raised its 2027 profit forecast for ITEL from 381 million to 729 million baht and lifted its target price to 11.80 baht, citing certainty of five-year revenue from the new contracts.
It shows professional investors see the contract wins as a real long-term value driver, not just a one-day pop.

Deutsche Telekom AG (DTE.XETRA)

Q3 202620 Jun – 27 Aug 2026

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Buyback boost and T-Mobile strength offset merger and SpaceX risks

T-Mobile profit beat and raised cash flow guidance T-Mobile, Deutsche Telekom's key profit engine, beat profit estimates and repeatedly raised its free cash flow guidance, strengthening the parent company's financial outlook.
This directly boosts Deutsche Telekom's earnings and cash flow, supporting the stock.
Expanded buyback and higher free cash flow outlook Deutsche Telekom expanded its 2026 share buyback to €5 billion and lifted its own free cash flow outlook to about €20 billion, signaling confidence and returning more cash to shareholders.
Buybacks reduce share count and support the stock price, while higher cash flow outlook improves investor sentiment.
Opposition to $300bn merger reduces value-unlock hopes T-Mobile executives and major shareholders opposed a proposed $300 billion merger, citing regulatory and shareholder concerns, which reduced hopes for a value-unlocking deal.
The merger was seen as a potential catalyst; its failure removes a positive driver and may weigh on sentiment.
SpaceX and Charter partnership threaten T-Mobile's US market SpaceX and Charter discussed a US mobile partnership, and SpaceX considered a Starlink retail mobile service, threatening T-Mobile's core US market and increasing competitive pressure.
This introduces new competition in T-Mobile's key market, potentially eroding market share and margins.

August 20266 Aug – 27 Aug 2026

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Buyback boost and T-Mobile strength outweigh SpaceX threat

Deutsche Telekom expands buyback to €5bn and raises cash flow outlook Deutsche Telekom added €3bn to its 2026 buyback, taking it to €5bn, after Q2 core profit beat expectations and it raised its 2026 free cash flow outlook to about €20bn. Buying back more shares reduces the number in issue, which supports the share price.
This is the main new company-specific event that directly lifts the shares.
T-Mobile remains the profit engine and its outlook improved T-Mobile, majority-owned by Deutsche Telekom, again raised its free cash flow outlook and is the biggest driver of group revenue and profit. A stronger T-Mobile makes Deutsche Telekom's stake more valuable, underpinning the share price.
T-Mobile is the key value driver for DTE.XETRA and its improved outlook is new this period.
SpaceX's wireless threat looks smaller than feared Analysts say SpaceX would need up to 1.5 billion small cells costing about $1,000 each to match T-Mobile's coverage, and its limited spectrum makes satellite service more of a rural supplement. This eases fears of a major competitive hit to T-Mobile.
It directly counters the main negative overhang on the shares from SpaceX.
Deutsche Telekom joins AST SpaceMobile European satellite tests Deutsche Telekom is testing AST SpaceMobile's space-based mobile broadband across several European countries, aiming to extend coverage using normal smartphones. If successful, it could widen service reach and open new revenue, a modest positive for the shares.
It is a new partnership that could support future growth, though its near-term impact is limited.

Latest6 Aug – 27 Aug 2026

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Buyback boost and T-Mobile strength outweigh SpaceX threat

Deutsche Telekom expands buyback to €5bn and raises cash flow outlook Deutsche Telekom added €3bn to its 2026 buyback, taking it to €5bn, after Q2 core profit beat expectations and it raised its 2026 free cash flow outlook to about €20bn. Buying back more shares reduces the number in issue, which supports the share price.
This is the main new company-specific event that directly lifts the shares.
T-Mobile remains the profit engine and its outlook improved T-Mobile, majority-owned by Deutsche Telekom, again raised its free cash flow outlook and is the biggest driver of group revenue and profit. A stronger T-Mobile makes Deutsche Telekom's stake more valuable, underpinning the share price.
T-Mobile is the key value driver for DTE.XETRA and its improved outlook is new this period.
SpaceX's wireless threat looks smaller than feared Analysts say SpaceX would need up to 1.5 billion small cells costing about $1,000 each to match T-Mobile's coverage, and its limited spectrum makes satellite service more of a rural supplement. This eases fears of a major competitive hit to T-Mobile.
It directly counters the main negative overhang on the shares from SpaceX.
Deutsche Telekom joins AST SpaceMobile European satellite tests Deutsche Telekom is testing AST SpaceMobile's space-based mobile broadband across several European countries, aiming to extend coverage using normal smartphones. If successful, it could widen service reach and open new revenue, a modest positive for the shares.
It is a new partnership that could support future growth, though its near-term impact is limited.

July 202620 Jun – 31 Jul 2026

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T-Mobile merger push meets resistance; T-Mobile raises cash flow outlook

T-Mobile executives and shareholders oppose $300B merger T-Mobile US executives told Deutsche Telekom they no longer support a proposed $300 billion merger, citing shareholder concerns and likely US regulatory hurdles. Large institutional investors also oppose the deal. This reduces the chance of a tie-up that could unlock value, pushing DTE.XETRA shares down.
This is the latest major development on the merger and directly explains negative pressure on DTE.XETRA.
T-Mobile raises free cash flow forecast and beats profit estimates T-Mobile, majority-owned by Deutsche Telekom, raised its annual free cash flow forecast to $18.4–18.8 billion and beat quarterly profit estimates. Customers are upgrading to premium plans, boosting revenue per account. This strengthens the value of Deutsche Telekom's stake and supports its share price.
T-Mobile's strong results directly benefit Deutsche Telekom as its majority owner, providing a positive counterweight.
SpaceX and Charter discuss US mobile partnership SpaceX and Charter held talks about a consumer mobile offering in the US, which could let SpaceX route phone traffic through Charter's ground-based internet. This would make SpaceX a more direct competitor to T-Mobile, Deutsche Telekom's key profit engine, weighing on its shares.
This new competitive threat could pressure T-Mobile's market position and thus DTE.XETRA's valuation.
SpaceX weighs Starlink retail mobile service in US SpaceX is considering a Starlink retail mobile internet service in the US, directly competing with T-Mobile, Verizon, and AT&T. Starlink's satellite network could appeal in rural areas with poor coverage. This adds another competitor to the crowded US wireless market, a negative for T-Mobile and Deutsche Telekom.
This is a separate but related competitive threat that could erode T-Mobile's subscriber base and margins.

20 Jun – 31 Jul 2026

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T-Mobile merger push meets resistance; T-Mobile raises cash flow outlook

T-Mobile executives and shareholders oppose $300B merger T-Mobile US executives told Deutsche Telekom they no longer support a proposed $300 billion merger, citing shareholder concerns and likely US regulatory hurdles. Large institutional investors also oppose the deal. This reduces the chance of a tie-up that could unlock value, pushing DTE.XETRA shares down.
This is the latest major development on the merger and directly explains negative pressure on DTE.XETRA.
T-Mobile raises free cash flow forecast and beats profit estimates T-Mobile, majority-owned by Deutsche Telekom, raised its annual free cash flow forecast to $18.4–18.8 billion and beat quarterly profit estimates. Customers are upgrading to premium plans, boosting revenue per account. This strengthens the value of Deutsche Telekom's stake and supports its share price.
T-Mobile's strong results directly benefit Deutsche Telekom as its majority owner, providing a positive counterweight.
SpaceX and Charter discuss US mobile partnership SpaceX and Charter held talks about a consumer mobile offering in the US, which could let SpaceX route phone traffic through Charter's ground-based internet. This would make SpaceX a more direct competitor to T-Mobile, Deutsche Telekom's key profit engine, weighing on its shares.
This new competitive threat could pressure T-Mobile's market position and thus DTE.XETRA's valuation.
SpaceX weighs Starlink retail mobile service in US SpaceX is considering a Starlink retail mobile internet service in the US, directly competing with T-Mobile, Verizon, and AT&T. Starlink's satellite network could appeal in rural areas with poor coverage. This adds another competitor to the crowded US wireless market, a negative for T-Mobile and Deutsche Telekom.
This is a separate but related competitive threat that could erode T-Mobile's subscriber base and margins.