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Airtel Africa Plc (GB:AAF)
LSE:AAF
Earnings Data
Report Date
May 08, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2025 (Q4)Consensus EPS Forecast
6.95Last Year’s EPS
2.32Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 5 Analysts Ratings
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Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:Jan 30, 2025
|% Change Since: 24.21%
|Next Earnings Date:May 08, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The earnings call highlighted significant revenue growth and strategic advancements in digital and financial inclusion. However, challenges such as foreign exchange impacts on reported revenue and uncertainties in Nigeria's tariff adjustments were noted. Despite these challenges, the overall performance and strategic initiatives were positive.Company Guidance
During the Airtel Africa Nine Month 2025 Results Update call, significant metrics were presented, reflecting the company's strong performance amid macroeconomic challenges. Over the last nine months, Airtel Africa reported a constant currency revenue growth acceleration, with quarterly revenues reaching $1.27 billion, marking a 21.3% increase from the prior year. This growth was progressive, up from 20.8% in quarter two and 19% in quarter one. Regionally, Nigeria showed robust constant currency growth of almost 35%, East Africa accelerated to nearly 23%, and Francophone Africa returned to double-digit growth at 10.2%. The mobile money customer base expanded by 18% to over 44 million, contributing significantly to the company's financial inclusivity goals. Despite foreign exchange headwinds leading to a modest 2.5% reported currency revenue growth in quarter three, the company's strategy focused on digital and financial inclusion, smartphone penetration, and cost efficiency, aiming at improving EBITDA margins and sustaining profitable growth. The call also highlighted Nigeria's regulatory approval for tariff adjustments, which is expected to positively impact future revenue and EBITDA margins, though the actual impact remains contingent on competitive market responses.Strong Constant Currency Revenue Growth
Revenues in the quarter reached $1.27 billion, representing a 21.3% growth in constant currency, accelerating from 20.8% growth in quarter two and 19% in quarter one.
Significant Growth in Mobile Money Customer Base
The mobile money customer base grew by 18% to over 44 million, reflecting a strong focus on financial inclusion.
Regional Revenue Growth
Nigeria experienced almost 35% constant currency growth, East Africa saw a 23% increase, and Francophone Africa achieved a 10.2% growth.
Nigerian Tariff Adjustments
The NCC has granted approvals for tariff adjustments in Nigeria, seen as necessary to sustain industry investment and service provision.
EBITDA Margin Improvement
EBITDA margins have expanded from 45.3% in quarter one to 46.9% in quarter three, reflecting the success of cost optimization programs.
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GB:AAF Earnings History
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GB:AAF Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
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| Jan 30, 2025 | 133.00p | 145.00p | +9.02% |
| Oct 25, 2024 | 112.89p | 106.42p | -5.73% |
| Jul 25, 2024 | 112.69p | 104.76p | -7.04% |
| May 09, 2024 | 110.88p | 112.61p | +1.56% |
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FAQ
When does Airtel Africa Plc (GB:AAF) report earnings?
Airtel Africa Plc (GB:AAF) is schdueled to report earning on May 08, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is Airtel Africa Plc (GB:AAF) earnings time?
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What is GB:AAF EPS forecast?
GB:AAF EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q4) is 6.95.
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