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Neutral 60 (OpenAI - 5.2)
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Neutral 60 (OpenAI - 5.2)
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Neutral 60 (OpenAI - 5.2)
Rating:60Neutral
Price Target:
$12.00
▲(7.33% Upside)
Action:ReiteratedDate:03/17/26
The score is driven primarily by decent underlying financial strength (cash generation and improved balance sheet positioning) offset by unstable profitability and a 2025 net loss. Technical signals are mildly weak/neutral, while valuation is supported by the very high dividend yield but constrained by the negative P/E.
Positive Factors
Cash generation
Sustained positive operating and free cash flow in 2025 shows the business can fund operations, capex and debt service from core activities. This durable cash generation capacity supports strategic investments, dividend optionality and balance-sheet repair even if earnings remain volatile.
Improved balance sheet
A meaningful equity base versus debt indicates moderate leverage and an improved capital structure versus prior periods. That equity cushion enhances resilience to shocks, gives capacity for additional financing if needed, and reduces bankruptcy risk over the medium term.
Scale from TMA integration
The sizable revenue lift from TMA materially expands scale and market share across mobile, broadband and pay-TV. Greater scale supports network efficiencies, cross-sell between services and higher EBITDA throughput, creating structural upside to long-term revenue and margin potential.
Negative Factors
Return to net loss
A 2025 net loss—driven by FX and inflation effects—resets earnings reliability after prior profit years. Persistent or recurring net losses diminish retained earnings, constrain dividend capacity and make long-term planning harder, increasing reliance on cash management and balance-sheet fixes.
Rising debt and higher capex
Material debt growth alongside a large capex increase raises leverage and fixed obligations just as profitability softened. Higher debt and heavy investment raise refinancing and interest risks, reducing financial flexibility if operating margins or cash conversion deteriorate.
Governance & reserve actions
Plans to absorb losses and reclassify reserves signal significant corporate reorganization and potential shifts in payout policy or capital accounts. Such structural governance moves create shareholder uncertainty about future dividends, capital returns and the firm's capital structure over the medium term.

Telecom Argentina (TEO) vs. SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY)

Telecom Argentina Business Overview & Revenue Model

Company DescriptionTelecom Argentina S.A., together with its subsidiaries, provides telecommunications services in Argentina and internationally. The company offers telephone services, including local, domestic, and international long-distance telephone services, as well as public telephone services; and other related supplementary services, such as call waiting, call forwarding, conference calls, caller ID, voice mail, itemized billing, and maintenance services. It also provides interconnection services, such as traffic and interconnection resource, dedicated Internet access, video signals transportation in standard and high definitions, audio and video streaming, dedicated links, backhaul links for mobile operators, data center hosting/housing services, dedicated links, layer 2 and layer 3 transport networks, video links, value-added services, and other services. In addition, the company offers mobile telecommunications services, including voice communications, high-speed mobile Internet content and applications download, online streaming, and other services; and sells mobile communication devices, such as handsets, Modems MiFi and wingles, and smart watches under the Personal brand. Further, it provides internet connectivity products, including virtual private network services, traditional Internet protocol links, and other products; data services; and programming and other cable television services. The company was formerly known as Cablevisión S.A. and changed its name to Telecom Argentina S.A. in January 2018. Telecom Argentina S.A. was founded in 1979 and is based in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
How the Company Makes MoneyTelecom Argentina generates revenue through multiple streams, primarily from its telecommunications services. Key revenue sources include mobile telephony services, which encompass voice, SMS, and data plans for individual and corporate customers. Additionally, the company earns significant income from fixed-line services, including landline telephony and broadband internet subscriptions. Digital television services also contribute to its earnings, as consumers increasingly seek bundled service packages. Telecom Argentina has established partnerships with various technology providers to enhance its service offerings and expand its customer base. The company also capitalizes on value-added services, such as cloud computing and cybersecurity solutions, further diversifying its revenue streams.

Telecom Argentina Financial Statement Overview

Summary
Strong 2025 revenue acceleration and solid operating/free cash flow support the business, but the return to a net loss and historically volatile earnings reduce confidence. Balance sheet leverage looks manageable with an equity cushion, though rising debt adds risk if profitability stays pressured.
Income Statement
54
Neutral
Revenue growth accelerated sharply in 2025 (annual +39.9%) after a modest 2024 (+1.0%), showing strong top-line momentum. Profitability is mixed: gross profit remains sizeable, but the company swung to a net loss in 2025 (vs. solid profitability in 2024), and prior years show recurring earnings volatility with multiple loss years (2022–2023). Overall, the income statement reflects strong growth potential but inconsistent bottom-line stability.
Balance Sheet
63
Positive
The balance sheet shows a meaningful equity base in 2025 (equity of 6.86T vs. debt of 4.31T), implying moderate leverage overall. Leverage improved versus 2023 (when debt exceeded equity), though debt has risen from 2024 to 2025, which increases financial risk if profitability remains pressured. Asset scale has expanded, but returns to shareholders have been uneven historically, reflecting cyclical/volatile earnings quality.
Cash Flow
71
Positive
Cash generation is a relative strength: operating cash flow increased materially in 2025 (2.18T) and free cash flow remained positive (0.60T). However, free cash flow declined year over year in 2025 (−19.4%), suggesting higher spending needs and/or working-capital pressure despite the revenue surge. Still, the multi-year record shows the business can produce positive operating and free cash flow through varied earnings periods.
BreakdownDec 2025Dec 2024Dec 2023Dec 2022Dec 2021
Income Statement
Total Revenue9.27T4.14T2.06T4.94T2.58T
Gross Profit2.19T3.03T1.51T3.65T1.89T
EBITDA3.02T2.91T175.33B238.59B1.18T
Net Income-198.07B1.01T-257.73B-1.41T8.66B
Balance Sheet
Total Assets16.62T10.94T11.93T5.38T2.10T
Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments791.81B351.90B617.89B150.80B59.67B
Total Debt4.31T3.09T4.83T1.55T556.43B
Total Liabilities9.64T5.41T7.04T2.85T1.03T
Stockholders Equity6.86T5.43T4.72T2.48T1.05T
Cash Flow
Free Cash Flow601.69B417.29B770.36B285.09B327.01B
Operating Cash Flow2.18T811.50B1.35T666.49B788.80B
Investing Cash Flow-3.51T-383.42B-1.24T-1.12T-698.31B
Financing Cash Flow1.31T-405.62B-209.40B-310.58B-123.12B

Telecom Argentina Technical Analysis

Technical Analysis Sentiment
Negative
Last Price11.18
Price Trends
50DMA
11.72
Negative
100DMA
11.60
Negative
200DMA
10.02
Positive
Market Momentum
MACD
-0.07
Negative
RSI
47.24
Neutral
STOCH
53.19
Neutral
Evaluating momentum and price trends is crucial in stock analysis to make informed investment decisions. For TEO, the sentiment is Negative. The current price of 11.18 is below the 20-day moving average (MA) of 11.34, below the 50-day MA of 11.72, and above the 200-day MA of 10.02, indicating a neutral trend. The MACD of -0.07 indicates Negative momentum. The RSI at 47.24 is Neutral, neither overbought nor oversold. The STOCH value of 53.19 is Neutral, not indicating any strong overbought or oversold conditions. Overall, these indicators collectively point to a Negative sentiment for TEO.

Telecom Argentina Risk Analysis

Telecom Argentina disclosed 46 risk factors in its most recent earnings report. Telecom Argentina reported the most risks in the "Finance & Corporate" category.
Finance & Corporate - Financial and accounting risks. Risks related to the execution of corporate activity and strategy
Latest Risks Added 0 New Risks

Telecom Argentina Peers Comparison

Overall Rating
UnderperformOutperform
Sector (60)
Financial Indicators
Name
Overall Rating
Market Cap
P/E Ratio
ROE
Dividend Yield
Revenue Growth
EPS Growth
75
Outperform
$17.27B16.1715.56%6.14%-5.21%-7.45%
72
Outperform
$5.39B10.607.24%5.57%19.02%9.26%
64
Neutral
$4.67B9.0224.66%7.78%0.59%8.86%
60
Neutral
$48.67B4.58-11.27%4.14%2.83%-41.78%
60
Neutral
$5.10B-5.39-3.58%0.40%15.38%-292.52%
58
Neutral
$3.49B6.9740.63%6.42%
* Communication Services Sector Average
Performance Comparison
Ticker
Company Name
Price
Change
% Change
TEO
Telecom Argentina
11.30
1.24
12.33%
TLK
PT Telekomunikasi Indonesia Tbk
17.81
3.77
26.85%
PHI
PLDT
21.43
-1.87
-8.03%
TKC
Turkcell Iletisim
6.21
-1.12
-15.27%
VEON
VEON
50.50
4.52
9.83%

Telecom Argentina Corporate Events

Telecom Argentina Calls April 29, 2026 Shareholders’ Meeting to Address 2025 Results, Loss Absorption and Corporate Reorganization
Mar 12, 2026

Telecom Argentina’s board met on March 10, 2026, in Buenos Aires and resolved to convene an in-person Ordinary and Extraordinary General Shareholders’ Meeting, as well as special meetings for Class “A” and Class “D” shareholders, for April 29, 2026, at the company’s headquarters. The call covers approval of financial documentation for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, board and supervisory committee performance and compensation, auditor appointment and fees, and governance matters including the election of supervisory committee members.

A key item on the April agenda is the treatment of Fiscal Year 2025 retained earnings, which show a negative balance of AR$123.94 billion, with the board proposing to absorb this loss and reclassify additional voluntary reserves against contributed surplus, while seeking authority to later withdraw reserves and distribute potential cash or in-kind dividends. The meeting will also address an extraordinary corporate reorganization and related documentation, signaling a broad review of Telecom Argentina’s capital structure, oversight bodies, and future payout flexibility at a time of reported losses, with implications for shareholders’ returns and the company’s financial positioning.

The most recent analyst rating on (TEO) stock is a Hold with a $14.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Telecom Argentina stock, see the TEO Stock Forecast page.

Telecom Argentina Calls April 29, 2026 Shareholders’ Meetings to Review 2025 Results
Mar 10, 2026

On March 10, 2026, Telecom Argentina’s board resolved to convene an Ordinary and Extraordinary General Shareholders’ Meeting, along with special meetings for Class “A” and Class “D” shareholders, to be held in person in Buenos Aires on April 29, 2026. The meetings will address, among other items, the accounting documentation for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, signaling the formal start of the company’s annual governance and financial review cycle for investors and regulators.

The company also indicated it will provide the additional materials required by Argentina’s securities regulator in due course, underscoring its intent to comply with local market disclosure rules. The scheduling of these assemblies frames a key moment for shareholders to review past financial performance and corporate decisions, and may shape expectations around Telecom Argentina’s strategic direction in the coming year.

The most recent analyst rating on (TEO) stock is a Hold with a $14.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Telecom Argentina stock, see the TEO Stock Forecast page.

Telecom Argentina Board Backs Merger of Teledifusora San Miguel Arcangel Unit
Mar 10, 2026

On March 10, 2026, Telecom Argentina’s board approved a corporate reorganization under which the company will merge its controlled subsidiary Teledifusora San Miguel Arcangel S.A., with Telecom Argentina as the absorbing and continuing entity. The reorganization is structured under Argentina’s General Corporate Law and Income Tax Law, with an effective date set retroactively to January 1, 2026.

The merger still requires approval at the Ordinary and Extraordinary General Shareholders’ Meeting and the Class A and Class D special shareholders’ meetings scheduled for April 29, 2026. Once the Argentine securities regulator authorizes the operation, Telecom Argentina plans to publish the relevant prospectus and documentation, a step that could streamline its corporate structure and potentially enhance operational efficiency for stakeholders.

The most recent analyst rating on (TEO) stock is a Hold with a $14.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Telecom Argentina stock, see the TEO Stock Forecast page.

Telecom Argentina Swings to 2025 Net Loss as TMA Integration Boosts Revenue and Capex
Mar 10, 2026

Telecom Argentina reported its consolidated results for fiscal year 2025 on March 10, 2026, showing service revenues of P$7.9 trillion within total revenues of P$8.3 trillion, with Telecom’s core business (excluding TMA) growing 4.2% in real terms and TMA up 3.8%. The integration of ten months of TMA’s performance drove a 54.7% year-on-year rise in consolidated service revenues, while mobile, broadband and TV customer bases in Argentina and Paraguay generally expanded, particularly in fixed broadband and pay-TV.

Operating income before depreciation, amortization and impairment rose 64.8% to P$2.53 trillion, lifting the margin to 30.3%, but the company swung to a consolidated net loss of P$145.3 billion in 2025 from a prior-year profit, mainly due to adverse exchange-rate differences amid lower inflation and a sharper peso depreciation. Capital expenditures nearly doubled to P$1.49 trillion, or 17.8% of revenues, and net financial debt climbed 40.2% in real terms to P$4.65 trillion as Telecom financed the acquisition of TMA, although leverage metrics improved as earnings grew faster than debt.

The most recent analyst rating on (TEO) stock is a Hold with a $14.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Telecom Argentina stock, see the TEO Stock Forecast page.

Telecom Argentina Files Form 6-K for Secondary ADS Offering by Fintech Telecom
Feb 12, 2026

On February 10, 2026, Telecom Argentina and shareholder Fintech Telecom LLC entered into an underwriting agreement offer with Morgan Stanley and Banco BTG Pactual for the secondary sale of up to 23,290,655 Class B shares in ADS form, consisting of 4,050,549 underwritten ADSs and up to 607,582 additional option ADSs. The Form 6-K filed on February 12, 2026, incorporates this agreement into Telecom Argentina’s existing shelf registration, signaling an organized capital markets transaction that may broaden the company’s U.S. investor base while not raising primary capital for the issuer itself, as the proceeds will accrue to the selling shareholder.

The most recent analyst rating on (TEO) stock is a Hold with a $14.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Telecom Argentina stock, see the TEO Stock Forecast page.

Telecom Argentina Announces Pricing of Fintech’s Secondary ADS Offering
Feb 11, 2026

Telecom Argentina, a major regional telecom and digital services group, combines mobile, broadband, pay TV, fixed telephony, fintech and cybersecurity offerings across Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay, the U.S. and Chile. Its diversified footprint underpins a convergent ecosystem of platforms and services aimed at deepening customer engagement and creating cross-selling opportunities.

On February 10, 2026, Telecom Argentina reported that Fintech Telecom LLC priced a secondary offering of 4,050,549 ADSs of the company at $11.15 per ADS, with underwriters holding a 30‑day option for an additional 607,582 ADSs. As the issuer is not selling shares or receiving proceeds, the deal primarily affects Fintech’s stake and Telecom Argentina’s trading liquidity on the NYSE rather than its capital structure or funding profile, with closing expected on February 12, 2026, subject to customary conditions.

The most recent analyst rating on (TEO) stock is a Hold with a $14.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Telecom Argentina stock, see the TEO Stock Forecast page.

Telecom Argentina Recasts 2022–2024 Results into September 2025 Currency for SEC Filing
Feb 10, 2026

Telecom Argentina has filed a Form 6-K in February 2026 recasting its annual consolidated financial statements for 2022–2024 into current currency as of September 30, 2025, to align them with its Q3 2025 unaudited results in a hyperinflationary environment. The company stresses that it is not correcting or restating historical figures, but only remeasuring them for comparability, with its auditor Price Waterhouse & Co. reaffirming the fair presentation of the financials and effectiveness of internal controls as of December 31, 2024.

The most recent analyst rating on (TEO) stock is a Hold with a $14.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Telecom Argentina stock, see the TEO Stock Forecast page.

Telecom Argentina Files 2024 Audited Mobile Unit Results in U.S. Form 6-K
Feb 10, 2026

On February 10, 2026, Telecom Argentina filed a Form 6-K in the United States, furnishing the audited consolidated financial statements of its subsidiary Telefónica Móviles Argentina for the fiscal years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023. The filing shows a sharp contraction in the mobile unit’s balance sheet, with total assets falling to roughly ARS 2.24 trillion from ARS 3.78 trillion and equity dropping to about ARS 1.24 trillion from ARS 2.20 trillion, while non-controlling interests were eliminated and deferred tax positions shifted significantly, underscoring both the impact of Argentina’s inflationary environment and capital structure changes on the group’s mobile operations and their relevance for investors under Telecom Argentina’s active F-3 shelf registration.

The most recent analyst rating on (TEO) stock is a Hold with a $14.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Telecom Argentina stock, see the TEO Stock Forecast page.

Telecom Argentina Announces Fintech Telecom Secondary ADS Offering in New York
Feb 10, 2026

On February 10, 2026, Telecom Argentina announced that Fintech Telecom LLC launched a secondary offering of 4,050,549 American Depositary Shares in the company, each ADS representing five class B common shares listed on the NYSE under the ticker TEO. The transaction is entirely a sale by the existing shareholder, with no new shares issued and no proceeds going to Telecom Argentina, signaling a change in the shareholder’s stake rather than a capital-raising event for the company, while Morgan Stanley and BTG Pactual act as underwriters and the existing F-3 shelf registration underpins the deal.

Because Telecom Argentina is not selling shares or receiving funds, the offering should not directly affect its balance sheet or investment plans, though it may increase trading liquidity and broaden its investor base in New York. For stakeholders, the move primarily reflects Fintech Telecom’s portfolio decisions and could modestly influence market perception of Telecom Argentina’s ownership structure without altering its operational strategy or regional telecom footprint.

The most recent analyst rating on (TEO) stock is a Hold with a $14.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Telecom Argentina stock, see the TEO Stock Forecast page.

Telecom Argentina to Fully Redeem US$162.7 Million 8% Senior Notes Due 2026 in February
Jan 26, 2026

On January 26, 2026, Telecom Argentina announced it will fully redeem the remaining US$162.747 million of its 8.000% Senior Notes due 2026 (Class 1 notes issued in July 2019) on February 25, 2026, at 100% of principal plus accrued and unpaid interest, for a total redemption price of about US$164.085 million. The redemption, carried out under the optional redemption provisions of the indenture and prospectus, will extinguish all obligations under these securities, trigger cancellation of the notes, and lead to their delisting from the Luxembourg and Argentine markets, marking a further step in the company’s balance-sheet management and the simplification of its outstanding debt structure for bondholders and other stakeholders.

The most recent analyst rating on (TEO) stock is a Hold with a $14.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Telecom Argentina stock, see the TEO Stock Forecast page.

Telecom Argentina Sells 50% of Personal Pay Operator to Banco Macro in US$75 Million Fintech Alliance
Jan 22, 2026

On January 22, 2026, Telecom Argentina and its subsidiaries Micro Fintech Holding and Micro Sistemas entered into a strategic framework agreement with Banco Macro to drive the growth and expansion of Micro Sistemas, the payment services provider behind the “Personal Pay” platform. Under the deal, Banco Macro will contribute its financial-product expertise while Micro Sistemas brings its large base of active, transaction-heavy users, with Banco Macro subscribing for a 50% equity stake in Micro Sistemas through a capital contribution in pesos equivalent to US$75 million. The alliance is intended to create a more comprehensive and differentiated value proposition on Personal Pay and broaden the range of financial services available to a wider customer base, potentially strengthening Telecom Argentina’s position in Argentina’s fast-growing digital payments and fintech ecosystem, although completion of the transaction remains subject to approval by the National Antitrust Authority.

The most recent analyst rating on (TEO) stock is a Hold with a $11.50 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Telecom Argentina stock, see the TEO Stock Forecast page.

Telecom Argentina Announces CFO Departure and Interim Finance Leadership
Dec 23, 2025

On December 23, 2025, Telecom Argentina reported that its Chief Financial Officer, Gabriel Blasi, effectively stepped down from his position as of December 22, 2025, citing strictly personal reasons. The company has begun the process of selecting a new CFO, and in the meantime its Director of Finance, Federico Pra, will assume the CFO’s responsibilities on an interim basis, ensuring continuity in the finance function during the transition period for investors and other stakeholders.

The most recent analyst rating on (TEO) stock is a Hold with a $14.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Telecom Argentina stock, see the TEO Stock Forecast page.

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This AI Analyst Stock Report is automatically generated by our AI systems using advanced algorithms and publicly available financial, technical, and market data. While the information provided aims to be accurate and insightful, it is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Any content created by an AI (Artificial Intelligence) system may contain inaccuracies and/or contain errors. Investing in stocks carries inherent risks, and past performance is not indicative of future results. This report does not account for your personal financial circumstances, objectives, or risk tolerance. Always conduct your own research or consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions. The analysis and recommendations provided are based on historical and current data and may not fully reflect future market conditions or unexpected developments. Neither the creators of this report nor its affiliated entities guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information presented. Use this report at your own discretion and risk.Date of analysis: Mar 17, 2026