Telefonica SA (TEF) Stock

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Telefonica and 112 Extremadura have introduced an innovative pilot service that uses advanced technology to improve the effectiveness of emergency responses.

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Entel reported to the regulator on Thursday that the sale of Telefonica's shares in its fibre optic network in Peru to private equity firm KKR and Entel, which was announced in July 2023, did not go ahead.

The Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce has chosen TEF to improve its cybersecurity and keep up with changing cyber threats.

Executives from Telefonica Germany and Amazon Web Services (AWS) announced that they are collaborating on a pilot project to explore quantum technologies within the telecom operator's mobile network.

TEF's performance in the third quarter of 2024 is impacted by foreign exchange challenges, even though Telefonica Tech and Telefonica Infra are doing well.

Telefonica S.A. reported a 3% year-on-year decrease in sales for Q3, largely due to revenue declines in Brazil and Hispam caused by currency issues and competition. The company's substantial debt, totaling €32 billion long-term and €6 billion short-term, raises concerns, but it does have sufficient free cash flow and reserves to meet its obligations. On a positive note, Telefonica Tech experienced a 9.5% year-on-year growth in digital solutions, which could help diversify revenue and improve overall performance in the future.

Telefónica, S.A. (NYSE:TEF) will hold its Q3 2024 Earnings Conference Call on November 7, 2024, at 4:00 AM ET. The call will feature key company leaders, including Adrian Zunzunegui, the Global Director of Investor Relations, and José Maria, the Chairman and CEO. Several financial analysts from major banks will also participate in the call.