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Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd (CHT)
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Chunghwa Telecom Co (CHT) Price & Analysis

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CHT Stock Chart & Stats

$42.00
-$0.13(-0.33%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$42.00
-$0.13(-0.33%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Conservative Balance SheetCHT’s very low leverage and large equity base provide durable financial flexibility. A debt-to-equity near 0.10 and steady ROE (~9%–10%) reduce refinancing and solvency risk, enabling continued capex, dividend payments and strategic investments through industry cycles without stressing liquidity.
Reliable Cash GenerationConsistently positive operating and free cash flow supports sustainable capital allocation. With FCF historically ~55%–64% of net income and OCF closely tracking earnings, CHT can fund network upgrades, data-center energy commitments and shareholder payouts without depending on volatile external financing.
Long-term Infrastructure & Sustainability InvestmentsTargeted investments in international cable capacity and multi-decade renewable power contracts strengthen service quality and lower long-run energy exposure for data centers. These moves deepen infrastructure moat for enterprise and wholesale customers and support RE100/net-zero goals, enhancing competitiveness in digital services.
Bears Say
TTM Revenue SoftnessA marked TTM revenue decline signals structural demand or pricing headwinds in core services. For a mature incumbent, sustained top-line weakness can compress future scale economics, limit reinvestment capacity, and raise pressure on margins unless offset by new enterprise or digital revenue streams.
Weakening FCF MomentumDespite positive baseline FCF, recent negative FCF growth and a large TTM decline suggest rising capex or working-capital strain. If elevated investment levels persist, the company may face tighter near-term cash returns to shareholders or increased need for external funding, affecting long-term payout sustainability.
Governance / Related-party ActionsApproving director non-competes and executing related-party leases create potential conflicts and reduce perceived board independence. Over time this can weaken minority protections and raise questions about allocation of group resources or related-party terms, increasing governance risk for long-term investors.

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CHT FAQ

What was Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd’s price range in the past 12 months?
Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd lowest stock price was $39.28 and its highest was $46.48 in the past 12 months.
    What is Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd’s market cap?
    Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd’s market cap is $34.15B.
      When is Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 05, 2026 which is in 29 days.
        How were Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd’s earnings last quarter?
        Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd released its earnings results on May 07, 2026. The company reported $0.414 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.408 by $0.006.
          Is Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd pay dividends?
            Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd pays a Annually dividend of $1.653 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.15%. See more information on Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd dividends here
              What is Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd’s EPS estimate?
              Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd’s EPS estimate is 0.4.
                How many shares outstanding does Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd have?
                Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd has 775,744,700 shares outstanding.
                  What happened to Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                  Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd reported an EPS of $0.414 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.408. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.046%.
                    Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd?
                    Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in CHT
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                      Company Description

                      Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd

                      Chunghwa Telecom Co., Ltd., along with its subsidiaries, operates as a leading telecommunications service provider, serving customers both within Taiwan and across international markets. The company organizes its extensive operations into several core divisions, including domestic fixed communications, mobile communications, internet services, international fixed communications, and various other business ventures. At its foundation, Chunghwa Telecom delivers a comprehensive suite of traditional telecom services, encompassing local and long-distance telephone access, high-speed broadband internet, and complementary value-added services. It also facilitates crucial network interconnection services for other mobile and fixed-line operators. Beyond these essential offerings, the company provides robust mobile communication solutions, its proprietary HiNet internet platform, data communication services, cloud computing resources, internet data center facilities, and global long-distance telephony and data transmission. Expanding its business reach, Chunghwa Telecom actively engages in the distribution and retail of mobile handsets, data cards, electronic components, and a variety of computing and business machinery, alongside associated software. Furthermore, it is involved in the complete lifecycle of specialized electronic components, from design and development to manufacturing, sales, and servicing, including semiconductor testing parts, printed circuit boards, finished electronic products, and integrated automatic license plate recognition (ALPR) software and hardware systems. The company's diverse portfolio also extends into areas such as real estate development and property management, extensive system, network, and communications integration services, and the implementation of intelligent building and energy network solutions. It offers digital information supply and advertising, functions as a property and liability insurance agency, and provides family education programs. Other specialized services include computing equipment installation, management consultancy, data processing, telecommunication engineering, internet identity verification, and tailored information and communication solutions. Additionally, Chunghwa Telecom's ventures span software design, the creation and streaming of internet content, motion picture production and distribution, energy-saving technologies, international circuit provisions, and support services for electronic parts and processed machinery products. Established in 1996, Chunghwa Telecom Co., Ltd. is headquartered in Taipei City, Taiwan.

                      Chunghwa Telecom Co (CHT) Earnings & Revenues

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                      CHT Earnings Call

                      Q1 2026
                      0:00 / 0:00
                      Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
                      The call highlighted strong full-year financial performance, record revenue and EPS milestones, clear market leadership in mobile/5G, robust ICT recurring revenue and strategic investments (IDC, satellites, submarine cables) with solid cash and leverage metrics. Lowlights centered on quarterly declines in certain ICT subsegments (cloud, AIDC, cybersecurity) driven by timing and high comparables, one‑off impairments (3G sunset) that depressed Q4 operating profit, international revenue softness, and an outlook showing operating costs rising slightly faster than guided revenue and a significant increase in non‑mobile CapEx for 2026. Overall the positives — sustained revenue and profit growth, market share gains, high-margin EBITDA stability, and strategic wins — materially outweigh the transitory and timing-related negatives.View all CHT earnings summaries
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                      Ownership Overview

                      0.31%<0.01%99.29%
                      Insiders
                      <0.01% Other Institutional Investors
                      99.29% Public Companies and
                      Individual Investors

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