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Deutsche Telekom weighs full T-Mobile buyout as valuation gap widens
Deutsche Telekom considers full T-Mobile combination to address valuation imbalance and simplify structure as US unit drives growth and investor focus.
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Deutsche Telekom considers full T-Mobile combination to address valuation imbalance and simplify structure as US unit drives growth and investor focus.
Context
•The all-share deal would unify Europe's largest carrier with its $210bn US unit •The move aims to close a gap where the US subsidiary is now worth more than its parent
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Analysis
Deutsche Telekom is exploring a full combination with T-Mobile US. The group is considering a new holding company that would launch an all-share offer for both firms. Deutsche Telekom already owns about 53% of T-Mobile . The proposal aims to unify ownership under a single listed structure. The combined entity could trade in both the US and Europe. The move follows a sharp divergence in valuation. T-Mobile is valued at more than $210 billion, while Deutsche Telekom stands near $160 billion, based on recent market levels. This gap has widened as the US unit delivered stronger revenue growth and subscriber gains. T-Mobile’s rise stems from its 2020 merger with Sprint and sustained 5G expansion. It has since become the group’s primary earnings driver. By contrast, Deutsche Telekom’s European operations face slower growth and tighter regulation.
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