Chunghwa Telecom Reports Strong Q2 Growth Amid Economic Challenges and Expanding ICT Market
- Chunghwa Telecom reports Q2 2025 revenue of NT$ 56.73 billion, up 4.8% year-over-year, driven by consumer and enterprise segments.
- The Enterprise Business Group's revenue increased by 12.4% to NT$ 18.98 billion, highlighting strong growth in ICT services.
- Chunghwa Telecom aims to enhance service offerings and expand in Southeast Asia, focusing on AI and digital connectivity.
Chunghwa Telecom Reports Strong Q2 Performance Amid Economic Uncertainty
Chunghwa Telecom Co., Ltd. announces its financial results for the second quarter of 2025, showcasing strong performance despite ongoing global economic challenges. The company achieves a total revenue of NT$ 56.73 billion, reflecting a 4.8% increase year-over-year. This growth is primarily driven by the Consumer Business Group, which generates NT$ 34.07 billion, a modest 1.4% rise from the previous year. More notably, the Enterprise Business Group exhibits remarkable growth, with revenue climbing 12.4% to NT$ 18.98 billion. The results indicate that Chunghwa Telecom continues to thrive in its core telecommunications services and is making significant strides in information and communications technology (ICT).
Despite the overall positive financial outlook, the International Business Group faces challenges, reporting a 16.8% decline in revenue to NT$ 2.20 billion, attributed to project timing issues. However, operating costs rise by 4.8% to NT$ 44.19 billion, yet the company manages to increase its operating income by 5.2% to NT$ 12.54 billion. EBITDA also shows a healthy increase of 3.5%, reaching NT$ 22.58 billion. Net income attributable to stockholders rises by 3.5% to NT$ 10.17 billion, with basic earnings per share at NT$ 1.31, surpassing the upper guidance limit. Chairman and CEO Chih-Cheng Chien expresses pride in achieving a ten-year revenue peak for the quarter, underscoring the company's resilience and strategic focus.
In addition to strong financial performance, Chunghwa Telecom highlights substantial gains in its mobile market share and the increasing adoption of higher-speed broadband plans. The Enterprise Business Group, in particular, sees a 37% year-over-year growth in ICT revenue due to rising demand for cloud services and 5G networks. The company remains focused on enhancing its service offerings and expanding its footprint in Southeast Asia, despite the setbacks in the International Business Group. Looking ahead, Chunghwa Telecom aims to establish itself as a key player in the evolving AI landscape, positioning itself as a leading digital enabler in the telecommunications sector.
In a broader context, Chunghwa Telecom's growth reflects the increasing importance of digital connectivity and ICT solutions in a post-pandemic world. As businesses and consumers alike seek reliable telecommunications services, Chunghwa is well-placed to meet these demands. The company's commitment to innovation and expansion into emerging markets will be crucial as it navigates future challenges and opportunities within the industry.
