Strong Net Profit Growth
Net profit of THB 47.9 billion, up 37% year-on-year; normalized profit THB 46 billion (ex-FX and one-time tax item), up 32% year-on-year.
Record Operating Cash Flow and Free Cash Flow Visibility
Operating cash flow approximately THB 100 billion; annual investments ~THB 50 billion leading to free cash flow of ~THB 50–60 billion after investments.
Generous Capital Return to Shareholders
Board approved ordinary dividend THB 15.30/share (95% full-year payout ratio) and a one-time special dividend THB 19/share (special dividend funded from retained earnings, >THB 50 billion total).
Mobile Data Consumption and 5G Adoption
Average data consumption >34 GB per subscriber (up 16% YoY); 5G subscribers reached 17.9 million (38% of base), growing nearly 50% YoY.
Broadband and Retail Momentum
Fixed broadband subscribers >5.2 million and broadband ARPU THB 530, both up >4% YoY; retail sales grew 15% YoY driven by shop renovation, staff training and improved channel/product mix.
Enterprise and Data Center Progress
Enterprise business delivered double-digit growth; GSA data center: Phase 01 commercialized, Phases 02 and 03 expected by 2027 to bring total capacity close to 200 MW.
Sustainability and Governance Recognition
Received MSCI ESG rating 'AA' (ESG leader) and Stock Exchange of Thailand 'AAA' ESG rating—the only Thai telecom with MSCI AA.
Prudent Capital & Investment Framework
Dividend policy maintained with minimum 70% NPAT payout; CapEx guidance for 2026 (ex-spectrum) THB 30–35 billion; CapEx allocation ~55–60% mobile, ~20% broadband, ~10% enterprise, ~15% IT; JV growth investments (data center/cloud) estimated THB 8–10 billion over next 2 years (AIS share).