Stable Core Results and Revenue Growth
Service revenues net of interconnection costs reached PHP 97.1 billion, slightly up year-on-year. EBITDA increased by 3% to PHP 55.5 billion, with a stable EBITDA margin of 52%.
Maya's Turnaround
Maya achieved PHP 406 million in core income, marking its first profitable semester and a PHP 1.1 billion turnaround from a PHP 693 million loss last year.
Growth in Fiber and ICT Segments
Fiber revenues grew 7% year-on-year to PHP 29.5 billion, while ICT revenues increased by 15% year-on-year to PHP 3.2 billion.
Launch of AI-Ready Data Center
PLDT inaugurated VITRO Santa Rosa, the country's first operational AI-ready hyperscale facility, enhancing its digital infrastructure capabilities.
Innovative Offerings and 5G Expansion
Introduction of KiQ, an app-based mobile service targeting Gen Z, and expansion of 5G services with an 84% increase in 5G traffic year-on-year.
Sustainability Initiatives
PLDT signed agreements to source additional renewable energy and received several recognitions for its sustainability efforts.