Airtel Africa Plc (AAFRF)
OTHER OTC:AAFRF
AAFRF Stock Chart & Stats
$5.00
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Market closed
$5.00
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Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$2.25 - $5.85
Previous CloseN/A
VolumeN/A
Average Volume (3M)45.09K
Market Cap
$17.92B
Enterprise Value$22.05B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$2.25B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$6.41B
Price to Earnings (P/E)26.5
Beta0.33
Next Earnings
Jul 23, 2026EPS Estimate
0.05Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.59%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.19
Shares Outstanding3,640,695,600
10 Day Avg. Volume27,805
30 Day Avg. Volume45,091
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.12
Price to Book (P/B)5.28
Price to Sales (P/S)2.63
P/FCF Ratio10.39
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.23
Enterprise Value/Revenue3.46
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit5.62
Enterprise Value/Ebitda6.78
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$5.50Price Target Upside10.09% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)<0.01
Revenue Forecast (FY)$103.75M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Free Cash Flow StrengthConsistent multi-billion-dollar operating cash flow and strong free cash flow conversion give Airtel Africa durable capacity to fund elevated CapEx, service debt, support dividends and pursue strategic options (e.g., Airtel Money IPO) without immediate reliance on capital markets.
High Operating Margins & Data MomentumSustained near-50% EBITDA margins and rapid data revenue growth reflect successful monetization of mobile broadband. Structural shift to data, rising smartphone penetration and higher usage underpin recurring, higher-margin revenue that supports long-term profitability and cash generation.
Mobile Money ScaleLarge and fast-growing mobile-money platform diversifies revenue beyond voice/data. High transaction volumes and a wide agent network create sticky customer relationships, cross-sell potential and optionality (planned H2 2026 IPO) that can sustainably lift ARPU and margins over time.
Bears Say
Elevated LeverageSubstantially higher leverage reduces financial flexibility and increases vulnerability to interest-rate, FX and operational shocks. Even with improving ROE and some deleveraging, the heavy debt stock constrains capacity to absorb shocks or accelerate shareholder returns without further cash generation.
Energy Cost & Margin SensitivityHigh reliance on diesel backup in several markets makes margins materially sensitive to fuel price swings. Persistent elevated energy costs can structurally compress EBITDA and free cash flow, forcing either higher investment for cleaner power or recurring margin erosion across cycles.
Earnings Volatility & Macro/Regulatory RiskSignificant FX swings, past net-income volatility and episodic regulatory/operational disruptions (e.g., Uganda coverage issues) weaken predictability of cash flows. This structural volatility complicates capital planning, debt reduction pacing and the timing/value of strategic moves like the Airtel Money IPO.
Airtel Africa Plc News
AAFRF FAQ
What was Airtel Africa Plc’s price range in the past 12 months?
Airtel Africa Plc lowest stock price was $2.25 and its highest was $5.85 in the past 12 months.
What is Airtel Africa Plc’s market cap?
Airtel Africa Plc’s market cap is $17.92B.
When is Airtel Africa Plc’s upcoming earnings report date?
Airtel Africa Plc’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 23, 2026 which is in 34 days.
How were Airtel Africa Plc’s earnings last quarter?
Airtel Africa Plc released its earnings results on May 08, 2026. The company reported $0.055 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.04 by $0.015.
Is Airtel Africa Plc overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Airtel Africa Plc’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Airtel Africa Plc pay dividends?
Airtel Africa Plc pays a Notavailable dividend of $0.043 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.59%. See more information on Airtel Africa Plc dividends here
What is Airtel Africa Plc’s EPS estimate?
Airtel Africa Plc’s EPS estimate is 0.05.
How many shares outstanding does Airtel Africa Plc have?
Airtel Africa Plc has 3,640,695,600 shares outstanding.
What happened to Airtel Africa Plc’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Airtel Africa Plc reported an EPS of $0.055 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.04. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.881%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Airtel Africa Plc?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in AAFRF
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Airtel Africa Plc Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$5.50 (10.09% Upside)
$5.50 (10.09% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
AAFRF Sentiment 100%
Sector Average 63%
Sector Average 63%
Crowd Wisdom
Very Negative
Last 7 Days ▼ 1.1%
Last 30 Days ▼ 4.2%
Last 30 Days ▼ 4.2%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
207.74%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
23.75%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
13.67%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Airtel Africa Plc
Airtel Africa Plc, operating alongside its various subsidiaries, functions as a leading pan-African provider of telecommunications and mobile financial services. The company's operations are strategically focused across Nigeria, East Africa, and Francophone Africa. Its comprehensive telecommunications portfolio includes both pay-as-you-go and contract-based wireless voice services, international roaming capabilities, and traditional fixed-line telephone connections. Furthermore, it delivers advanced data communication solutions, utilizing 2G, 3G, and 4G network technologies. Beyond connectivity, Airtel Africa offers a robust suite of mobile money services, such as digital wallet payment systems, accessible microloans, savings products, and convenient international money transfers. The company also provides a range of other services, including messaging, value-added services (VAS), enterprise solutions for businesses, and infrastructure sharing arrangements, along with necessary support services. Additionally, it is involved in the retail of mobile handsets and participates in various investment activities. Established in 2018, Airtel Africa Plc is headquartered in London, United Kingdom, and operates as a subsidiary of Airtel Africa Mauritius Limited.
AAFRF Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$5.50
▲(10.09% Upside)
Ownership Overview
<0.01% Insiders
1.29% Mutual Funds
― Other Institutional Investors
95.74% Public Companies and
Individual Investors
Options Prices
Currently, No data available
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