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    Telefónica finalizes $1.2B sale to Telecom Argentina

    By g.ge@btw.mediaFebruary 26, 2025No Comments3 Mins Read
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    • Telefónica has sold its Argentina business to Telecom Argentina for $1.2 billion as part of its strategic exit from Latin America.
    • The deal aims to accelerate the expansion of 5G and fiber-optic networks in Argentina, but has sparked concerns over potential monopolistic control.

    What happened: Telefónica’s $1.2 Billion Argentina exit amid government scrutiny

    Telefónica has completed the sale of its Argentine subsidiary to Telecom Argentina for $1.2 billion, marking a significant step in the company’s ongoing strategy to reduce its presence in Latin America. The deal, finalized on February 24, 2025, is part of Telefónica’s broader plan to refocus on its core markets, including Spain, the UK, Brazil, and Germany. As part of the transaction, Telecom Argentina will take over Telefónica’s mobile and broadband infrastructure, which will help accelerate the rollout of 5G and fiber-optic networks across the country.

    Telefónica has expressed confidence that this sale will contribute to Argentina’s digital transformation, offering international-level infrastructure that will improve the country’s broadband and mobile services. The company noted that it would help strengthen the development of key sectors of Argentina’s economy, including healthcare, education, and e-commerce, by providing better connectivity.

    However, the move has raised concerns in Argentina, with President Javier Milei’s office warning that the acquisition could lead to monopolistic control over 70% of the country’s telecom services.

    This sale is the first corporate transaction following Marc Murtra’s appointment as CEO in January 2025, after José María Álvarez-Pallete stepped down. Murtra’s leadership is expected to guide Telefónica’s focus on profitability and debt reduction in its key markets.

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    Why it’s important

    Telefónica’s sale of its Argentine operations to Telecom Argentina marks a key moment in the company’s strategy to consolidate its position in core markets and streamline its operations. By shedding its Latin American assets, Telefónica aims to reduce its debt and enhance profitability in markets that are more central to its long-term goals. However, the move raises significant concerns about the potential for reduced competition in Argentina’s telecom sector, as Telecom Argentina will control a dominant share of mobile and broadband services.

    The potential for a monopolistic market could limit consumer choices and lead to higher prices for telecom services, which is a key concern for the Argentine government. In response, President Javier Milei’s office has vowed to take necessary measures to prevent such a situation. The deal’s broader impact will be closely monitored, as it could serve as a precursor for future telecom consolidation in the region, shaping the future of connectivity in South America.

    For Argentina, the sale could usher in a new era of digital infrastructure with the expansion of 5G and fiber networks, positioning the country to compete in the digital economy. However, this also comes with the responsibility to ensure fair market conditions and consumer protection, especially as Telecom Argentina increases its dominance in the sector.

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    g.ge@btw.media

    Grace is an intern reporter at BTW Media,having studied Journalism Media and Communiations at Cardiff University.She specialises in wiritng and reading.Contact her at g.ge@btw.media.

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