Publication date: March 25, 2025
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- Year of incorporation: 1995
- Year added to the EUROSTOXX 50: 1998
- Highest share price ever: €104.04 in January 2000
- Average trading volume: Approximately 22 million shares per day
- Share price performance over the past 12 months: + 53.06 %
Introduction about the company
Deutsche Telekom AG is a leading German telecommunications company headquartered in Bonn, Germany. The company offers a wide range of services, including fixed and mobile telephony, Internet and television. With strong brands such as T-Mobile and T-Systems, Deutsche Telekom has a solid position in the European and international telecommunications market.
Key figures & performance
Last year, Deutsche Telekom achievedr evenues of €168.83 billion and net profits of €22.95 billion. The company has about 200,000 employees worldwide and continues to invest heavily in research and development each year. Its market capitalization in March 2025 was €165.24 billion, making it one of the largest telecommunications companies in the world.
History & development
Deutsche Telekom was founded in 1995 following the privatization of Deutsche Bundespost. Since then, the company has significantly expanded its service portfolio, particularly through strategic acquisitions and investments in new technologies. An important milestone was the merger of T-Mobile US with Sprint in 2020, which strengthened the company's position in the U.S. market. In addition, Deutsche Telekom is investing in the rollout of fiber optic and 5G networks to meet the growing demand for fast and reliable connectivity.
Sector & competition
Deutsche Telekom operates in a competitive market and competes with other major telecommunications companies such as Vodafone, Telefónica and Orange. The company is distinguished by its strong brand identity, extensive network and focus on innovation. In addition, Deutsche Telekom plays an active role in the development and implementation of new technologies, such as artificial intelligence, to both increase customer satisfaction and improve operational efficiency.
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Deutsche Telekom's influence on the EURO STOXX 50
Deutsche Telekom has a weighting of 3.03% in the EURO STOXX 50, which means that, on average, the company has a greater influence on the performance of the index than many other companies. The weighting is determined by the free market capitalization, and the high number of freely tradable shares contributes to the stock's prominent position. As one of the largest telecommunications companies in Europe, Deutsche Telekom influences both sectoral performance within the index and investor sentiment. Positive developments such as earnings growth and innovation strengthen the index, while setbacks can create downward pressure. As a result, Deutsche Telekom plays an important role in the dynamics of European stock markets.
Investment analysis & outlook
Below, you can see Deutsche Telekom's price performance compared to the EURO STOXX 50 over the past five years. While the index achieved a price performance of +43.81%, Deutsche Telekom rose +127.97%. This indicates strong outperformance against the broader market, driven by successful strategic expansions, earnings growth, and the solid performance of T-Mobile US.
Deutsche Telekom's share price has benefited from strategic growth in recent years, particularly due to the strong performance of T-Mobile US and the ongoing rollout of 5G and fiber networks in Europe. The stock was up +55.80% over the past 12 months.
Yet there are also risks. Rising interest rates and increased regulation in the telecommunications sector could pressure the stock price in the near term. Moreover, competition from players such as Vodafone and Telefónica remains strong, especially in the European market.
Despite these challenges, Deutsche Telekom remains well-positioned to achieve further growth. The rollout of 5G networks, the integration of AI solutions, and the strong performance of the U.S. division provide a solid foundation for future value creation. Analysts remain mostly positive and see the stock as a stable choice within the sector, with potential for further share price increases in the coming years.
News & updates
Deutsche Telekom recently announced it is accelerating its growth strategy through artificial intelligence, with an expected additional revenue potential of €1.5 billion and cost savings of €700 million by 2027.
In addition, the company continues to invest in expanding its fiber and 5G networks in Germany and other European markets. These initiatives underscore Deutsche Telekom's commitment to remaining at the forefront of technological innovations and customer-focused solutions.
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