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Deutsche Telekom profits from Football World Cup, increases earnings
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Deutsche Telekom profits from Football World Cup, increases earnings

From Die Zeit · () German

Translated from German, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Deutsche Telekom reported increased revenue and profit, partly driven by its MagentaTV streaming service's performance during the Football World Cup.
  • The company's revenue rose by 4.4 percent to 29.93 billion euros, with adjusted operating profit climbing 7.5 percent to 11.82 billion euros.
  • Telekom also announced an expansion of its share buyback program, increasing the total volume to up to five billion euros.

Deutsche Telekom has announced a further increase in its revenue and profit, with its MagentaTV streaming service playing a notable role in the company's success, particularly due to its coverage of the Football World Cup. The service attracted approximately one million new customers.

"Our businesses continue to run smoothly," stated CEO Tim Hรถttges. The telecommunications giant reported a 4.4 percent rise in revenue, reaching 29.93 billion euros. Adjusted operating profit saw a significant jump of 7.5 percent, amounting to 11.82 billion euros. This performance underscores the company's robust financial health and strategic execution.

In addition to its strong operational results, Deutsche Telekom is expanding its share buyback program. The volume of the ongoing program is set to increase by up to three billion euros, bringing the total to a maximum of five billion euros. This move signals the company's confidence in its future prospects and its commitment to returning value to shareholders.

Our businesses continue to run smoothly.

โ€” Tim HรถttgesCommenting on Deutsche Telekom's performance.
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Originally published by Die Zeit in German. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.