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Times of Oman
14-05-2025
- Business
- Times of Oman
Telecom ARPU to rise 10-12% this fiscal as rural data usage surges
New Delhi : The average revenue per user (ARPU) for Indian telecom operators is expected to rise 10-12 per cent in the current financial year 2025-26 as rural data consumption surges, according to Crisil Ratings. Increasing internet adoption and data consumption by rural subscribers are emerging as structural drivers of growth in Indian telecom companies' average revenue per user (ARPU). To capitalise on the trend, Crisil noted that telecom operators are strengthening rural connectivity, which should help expand their data subscriber base and returns. Since December 2019, telecom tariffs have reportedly climbed at a 12-15 per cent CAGR through successive raises in 2019, 2021, and 2024. The latest telecom tariff hike was taken in July 2024. Over the four calendar years ended December 31, 2024, internet penetration in rural India surged from 59 per cent to 78 per cent, outpacing urban areas, which grew from 77 per cent to 90 per cent. Internet penetration in rural areas is expected to further increase by 4-5 per cent by the end of 2025-26, supported by continued adoption of online communication, digital payments as well as increasing usage of social media, content streaming services and e-commerce. Despite being more price sensitive, the rural internet user base stayed resilient over the past year, even in the face of tariff hikes introduced in mid-2024, reflecting the high dependence of rural users on mobile internet, Crisil said. This data consumption growth trend will be sustained with the expansion of the 4G networks in the underpenetrated areas. According to the rating agency, it will drive up the ARPU going forward. Anand Kulkarni, Director, Crisil Ratings, said, "The industry ARPU is expected to rise by Rs 20-25 to reach Rs 225-230 by the end of this fiscal, assuming tariffs remain stable." According to the rating agency, around 55-60 per cent of the incremental ARPU is expected to come from rural subscribers. "Relatively lower internet penetration in rural regions will drive migration of subscribers to data plans. Additionally, uptrading of plans due to higher data consumption will also drive ARPU growth. Here as well, rural areas will play a key role as mobile phones serve as the primary gateway vis-a-vis metro users, who have alternatives such as wi-fi," Anand Kulkarni. However, Crisil Ratings argued that the affordability of data plans will remain essential for the growth in rural data subscribers.
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Malaysia Telecom Operators Intelligence Report 2025 Featuring Maxis, CelcomDigi, U Mobile, Yues, Telekom Malaysia, TIME, and Astro Malaysia
Dublin, May 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Malaysia Telecom Operators Country Intelligence Report" report has been added to report provides an executive-level overview of the telecommunications market in Malaysia today, with detailed forecasts of key indicators up to 2029. Published annually, the report provides detailed analysis of the near-term opportunities, competitive dynamics, and evolution of demand by service type and technology/platform across the fixed telephony, broadband, mobile, and pay-TV markets, as well as a review of key regulatory Country Intelligence Report provides in-depth analysis of the following: Demographic and macroeconomic context in Malaysia. The regulatory environment and trends: a review of the regulatory setting and agenda for the next 18-24 months as well as relevant developments pertaining to spectrum licensing, DTT migration, IoT regulations, etc. Telecom and pay-TV services market outlook: analysis as well as historical figures and forecasts of service revenue from the fixed telephony, broadband, mobile voice, mobile data, and pay-TV markets. The competitive landscape: an examination of the positioning of leading players in the telecom and pay-TV services market as well as subscription market shares across segments. Company snapshots: analysis of the financial position of leading service providers in the telecommunications and pay-TV markets. Underlying assumptions behind our published base-case forecasts, as well as potential market developments that would alter, either positively or negatively, our base-case outlook. Scope Total telecom and pay-TV service revenue in Malaysia will grow at a CAGR of 2.4% over 2024-2029, supported by mobile data and fixed broadband service segments. Fixed broadband service revenue will grow at a CAGR of 4.4% across the forecast period, thanks to growth in fixed wireless subscriptions and growing adoption of higher-ARPU fiber services. Mobile data service revenue will grow at a five-year CAGR of 5.1%, driven by 5G network expansions, supported by the JENDELA plan, and subsequent rise in 5G subscriptions. Rising mobile data ARPU aided by the availability of data-centric plans will also help drive this growth in the forecast period. Reasons to Buy This Country Intelligence Report offers a thorough, forward-looking analysis of Malaysia's telecommunications markets, service providers and key opportunities in a concise format to help executives build proactive and profitable growth strategies. Accompanying the analyst's Forecast products, the report examines the assumptions and drivers behind ongoing and upcoming trends in Malaysia's mobile communications, fixed telephony, and broadband markets, including the evolution of service provider market shares. With more than 20 charts and tables, the report is designed for an executive-level audience, boasting presentation quality. The report provides an easily digestible market assessment for decision-makers built around in-depth information gathered from local market players, which enables executives to quickly get up to speed with the current and emerging trends in Malaysia's telecommunications markets. The broad perspective of the report coupled with comprehensive, actionable detail will help operators, equipment vendors and other telecom industry players succeed in the challenging telecommunications market in Malaysia. Key Topics Covered: 1. Market highlights2. Operating Environment3. Telecom services market outlook4. Mobile services market5. Fixed services market6. Pay-TV services market7. Competitive landscape and company snapshots8. AppendixA selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to: Maxis CelcomDigi U Mobile Yues Telekom Malaysia TIME Astro Malaysia For more information about this report visit About is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends. CONTACT: CONTACT: Laura Wood,Senior Press Manager press@ For E.S.T Office Hours Call 1-917-300-0470 For U.S./ CAN Toll Free Call 1-800-526-8630 For GMT Office Hours Call +353-1-416-8900Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
