"Eventually, telecom stocks will come under pressure. No one has got an all-India licence, still the amount they are paying is not small. Their balance sheets will be stretched," said Jagannadham Thunuguntla, equity head SMC Capital in New Delhi.
Andhra vilas 20 may 2010 all telecom stocks in green a day after 3_g auctionJagannadham Thunuguntla
All telecom stocks traded higher the day after India's 3G auction concluded, though analysts remained concerned about the companies' ability to pay the large licensing fees. The top three bidders - Bharti Airtel, Reliance Communications, and Idea Cellular - saw their stock prices rise between 0.9-1.8% as their shares were up in early trading. However, analysts said the price paid for spectrum licenses was much higher than expected and would add financial pressure on telecom operators already facing falling average revenue per user and price wars. The $15 billion total raised also raised expectations of sector consolidation as some players may not be able to sustain the costs.
Bharti Airtel, India's largest telecom company, had negotiations in 2008 and 2009 to acquire a stake in MTN, a large telecommunications provider in Africa and the Middle East. Bharti offered $11.4 billion in cash and a 36% stake in Bharti Airtel in exchange for a 49% stake in MTN. However, the deal faced hurdles from the South African government, which wanted to maintain MTN's status as a national champion, as well as issues with India not allowing dual listings. Ultimately, the deal fell through due to these political and regulatory challenges.
India has the second largest cellular market in the world by subscribers. A scandal arose from the 2008 sale of telecom licenses at below market prices, costing the government $36 billion in lost revenue. The Supreme Court revoked 122 licenses issued during this scandal-tainted sale, potentially affecting a small percentage of users in the competitive market.
"Nobody knows whether any of the deals would happen or not, but certainly windows of opportunity are open for Anil Ambani," said Jagannadham Thunuguntla, equity head at SMC Capitals in New Delhi, referring to Reliance Comm's billionaire chairman.
MTN denies that it is in talks with Reliance Communications regarding a potential merger. While Reliance's stock rose on speculation that it may sell a stake or merge with a foreign telecom company, an MTN spokeswoman stated that the rumors were untrue. Reliance is seeking funding to invest in its network and pay down debt, making it an attractive target for companies like Etisalat and MTN. However, MTN says it is not currently in discussions with Reliance.
"Nobody knows whether any of the deals would happen or not, but certainly windows of opportunity are open for Anil Ambani," said Jagannadham Thunuguntla, equity head at SMC Capitals in New Delhi, referring to Reliance Comm's billionaire chairman.
MTN denies that it is in talks with Reliance Communications regarding a potential merger. While Reliance's stock rose on speculation that it may sell a stake or merge with a foreign telecom company, an MTN spokeswoman stated that the rumors were untrue. Reliance is seeking funding to invest in its network and pay down debt, making it an attractive target for companies like Etisalat and MTN. However, MTN reiterated that it is not currently in discussions with Reliance.
"Nobody knows whether any of the deals would happen or not, but certainly windows of opportunity are open for Anil Ambani," said Jagannadham Thunuguntla, equity head at SMC Capitals in New Delhi, referring to Reliance Comm's billionaire chairman.
Andhra vilas 20 may 2010 all telecom stocks in green a day after 3_g auctionJagannadham Thunuguntla
All telecom stocks traded higher the day after India's 3G auction concluded, though analysts remained concerned about the companies' ability to pay the large licensing fees. The top three bidders - Bharti Airtel, Reliance Communications, and Idea Cellular - saw their stock prices rise between 0.9-1.8% as their shares were up in early trading. However, analysts said the price paid for spectrum licenses was much higher than expected and would add financial pressure on telecom operators already facing falling average revenue per user and price wars. The $15 billion total raised also raised expectations of sector consolidation as some players may not be able to sustain the costs.
Bharti Airtel, India's largest telecom company, had negotiations in 2008 and 2009 to acquire a stake in MTN, a large telecommunications provider in Africa and the Middle East. Bharti offered $11.4 billion in cash and a 36% stake in Bharti Airtel in exchange for a 49% stake in MTN. However, the deal faced hurdles from the South African government, which wanted to maintain MTN's status as a national champion, as well as issues with India not allowing dual listings. Ultimately, the deal fell through due to these political and regulatory challenges.
India has the second largest cellular market in the world by subscribers. A scandal arose from the 2008 sale of telecom licenses at below market prices, costing the government $36 billion in lost revenue. The Supreme Court revoked 122 licenses issued during this scandal-tainted sale, potentially affecting a small percentage of users in the competitive market.
"Nobody knows whether any of the deals would happen or not, but certainly windows of opportunity are open for Anil Ambani," said Jagannadham Thunuguntla, equity head at SMC Capitals in New Delhi, referring to Reliance Comm's billionaire chairman.
MTN denies that it is in talks with Reliance Communications regarding a potential merger. While Reliance's stock rose on speculation that it may sell a stake or merge with a foreign telecom company, an MTN spokeswoman stated that the rumors were untrue. Reliance is seeking funding to invest in its network and pay down debt, making it an attractive target for companies like Etisalat and MTN. However, MTN says it is not currently in discussions with Reliance.
"Nobody knows whether any of the deals would happen or not, but certainly windows of opportunity are open for Anil Ambani," said Jagannadham Thunuguntla, equity head at SMC Capitals in New Delhi, referring to Reliance Comm's billionaire chairman.
MTN denies that it is in talks with Reliance Communications regarding a potential merger. While Reliance's stock rose on speculation that it may sell a stake or merge with a foreign telecom company, an MTN spokeswoman stated that the rumors were untrue. Reliance is seeking funding to invest in its network and pay down debt, making it an attractive target for companies like Etisalat and MTN. However, MTN reiterated that it is not currently in discussions with Reliance.
"Nobody knows whether any of the deals would happen or not, but certainly windows of opportunity are open for Anil Ambani," said Jagannadham Thunuguntla, equity head at SMC Capitals in New Delhi, referring to Reliance Comm's billionaire chairman.
"Nobody knows whether any of the deals would happen or not, but certainly windows of opportunity are open for Anil Ambani," said Jagannadham Thunuguntla, equity head at SMC Capitals in New Delhi, referring to Reliance Comm's billionaire chairman.
MTN denies that it is in talks with Reliance Communications regarding a potential merger. While Reliance's stock rose on speculation that it may sell a stake or merge with a foreign telecom company, an MTN spokeswoman stated that the rumors were untrue. Reliance is seeking funding to invest in its network and pay down debt, making it an attractive target for companies like Etisalat and MTN. However, MTN says it is not currently in discussions with Reliance.
Bharti Airtel has ended its dependence on western vendors by awarding a contract to supply 3G equipment to China's Huawei. It had chosen Ericsson, Nokia Siemens Networks, and Huawei as network partners to launch 3G services in India. Bharti Airtel had acquired 3G spectrum in 13 circles allowing it to offer services like video calling and fast internet. Global private equity firm 3i will invest $150 million in road construction company Soma Enterprises. ZTE, a Chinese telecom equipment supplier, won a $200 million contract from RCOM to supply 2G and 3G gear in eight circles.
The Indian telecommunications industry has grown rapidly, with the number of telephone subscribers reaching 742 million in October 2010. 3G spectrum was successfully auctioned, generating $14.6 billion in revenue. Manufacturing of telecom equipment in India was valued at $10.87 billion in 2008-2009 and is expected to reach $11.87 billion in 2010-2011. India ranks fourth largest in Asia-Pacific for telecom equipment production.
Benchmark indices closed at new highs led by gains in manufacturing PMI which rose above 50 for the third month. Realty stocks gained the most while IT stocks fell. Tata Motors received certification for its robot BRABO for sale in Europe. Shares of Delta Corp rallied on reduced promoter pledge while Bajai Auto's sales fell 17%. Offshore IT companies may face restrictions in the US. Beverage stocks fell on Supreme Court highway liquor ban. SBI cut base rate and Reliance shares rose on Jio subscriber growth. Calls made to buy Jindalstel above 124 and STRANSFIN above 1109.
Sector updates for the week ending 22nd Feb 2015Arpita0306
Infosys will acquire Panaya, an automation technology provider, for $200 million in an all-cash deal. Panaya provides cloud-based services for large-scale enterprise software management and has over 400 clients. Tata Consultancy Services partnered with Startupbootcamp FinTech to host startup pitching events in India where 10 startups will be selected for a accelerator program. Zen Technologies and Rockwell Collins unveiled a next-generation military flight simulator. Infosys secured a multi-year IT services deal with ABN AMRO bank.
The Indian telecommunications industry saw consistent growth over the last year due to network expansion and increased focus on value-added services. The total telephone subscriber base reached over 742 million as of October 2010, with wireless subscribers totaling over 706 million. Value-added services are a growing market worth $2.45-2.67 billion and accounting for 10% of wireless industry revenue. Major investments in and mergers within the telecom sector reached $16.6 billion between April-December 2010. Indian telecom companies are also expanding globally, with Bharti Airtel acquiring operations in 15 African countries for $10.7 billion.
Indian Telco Industry - Oligopoly to TriologyVishal Sharma
Indian telco industry currently has 4 major players but consolidation could reduce that to 3, worsening the oligopoly. A reduction in players would negatively impact 5G rollout and India's GDP growth, employment, banks' balance sheets, and India's global brand under Prime Minister Modi. Failure of this important sector would undermine India's digital transformation and services sector.
Bharti Airtel and Aircel are interested in buying Qualcomm's upcoming Indian wireless broadband business. Bharti Airtel is primarily interested in the airwaves and permits in Delhi as they would complement its existing 3G frequencies. Aircel has shown interest in the Mumbai and Kerala circles. Qualcomm had sought a minimum of Rs. 5,000 crore for its airwaves and permits in four circles.
1. Bharti Airtel has added Chinese company Huawei to its vendor list for supplying 3G equipment in addition to its existing partners Ericsson and Nokia Siemens. Huawei will provide 3G equipment and manage Airtel's networks in 3 circles.
2. Tata Motors will launch a new crossover vehicle called Aria within a month. It will blend the functionality of a MPV with the style of an SUV and include advanced safety features.
3. Reliance Brands, a subsidiary of Reliance Retail, plans to acquire companies in the domestic market and launch its own luxury clothing label within 18 months as it looks to expand beyond its current focus on men's fashion.
Bharti Airtel has ended its dependence on western vendors by awarding a contract to supply 3G equipment to China's Huawei. It had chosen Ericsson, Nokia Siemens Networks, and Huawei as network partners to launch 3G services in India. Bharti Airtel had acquired 3G airwaves allowing it to offer services like video conferencing in 13 circles for around Rs.12,300 crore. Global private equity firm 3i group will invest $150 million in road business of Soma Enterprises. ZTE bagged two contracts worth Rs.1220 crore from RCOM to supply 3G and 2G gear in eight circles.
The document discusses the evolution of mobile network technologies towards 4G networks like LTE. It provides an overview of LTE, including its key objectives of high speed and high throughput data transmission. The LTE architecture includes the access network, core network and radio interface. Key LTE technologies like OFDMA and SC-FDMA are described. The document also discusses LTE deployment worldwide and the various vendors in the LTE ecosystem.
2G refers to second-generation wireless telephone technology launched in 1991 in Finland. In 2008, 122 new telecom licenses were issued in India to companies with little telecom experience at 2001 prices, resulting in a shortfall of 1.76 lakh crore rupees compared to current values. The former telecom minister A. Raja is charged with issuing licenses at throwaway prices, ignoring regulatory advice, and showing favoritism to certain companies.
Vodafone Idea led the Indian telecom market in July 2019 with 32.53% market share, followed by Reliance Jio with 29.8% and Bharti Airtel with 28.12%. Reliance Jio added 8.5 million subscribers, whereas Vodafone Idea lost 3.4 million subscribers. The TRAI is reconsidering the January 2020 deadline to reduce interconnection charges to zero due to lack of 4G migration and imbalance in off-net traffic. Reliance Jio launched fiber broadband services nationwide while Bharti Airtel launched a converged entertainment platform.
The document summarizes several macroeconomic factors affecting India's telecom industry. It discusses the large subscriber base and rising internet penetration. It also outlines the key segments of the mobile, fixed-line, and internet services markets. The summary then analyzes factors such as population growth, declining tariffs, increasing affordability, technology advancement, and market liberalization that influence the telecom industry. Lastly, it examines the impact of recent Supreme Court rulings regarding licensing and spectrum that have reshaped competition in the sector.
Bharti Airtel, India's largest telecom company, had been in talks with MTN, a large South African telecom company, about a potential acquisition. The proposed deal would have Bharti Airtel acquire a 49% stake in MTN for $11.4 billion in cash and a 36% stake in Bharti Airtel in exchange. However, the deal faced hurdles from the South African government, which wanted to maintain MTN's status as a national champion, as well as issues with Indian regulations regarding dual listings. Ultimately, the deal fell through due to these political and regulatory challenges.
Presentation on Cellular Industry analysis. In this presentation analysis of Pestel and Porter Five Force Model Analysis.
SV Institute of Management Kadi student
Presenting By: Chirag Dabgar
The document discusses several topics related to digital India and telecommunications in India:
1) The government is focusing on both "Digital India" and "Skill India" by starting community service centers, digitally connecting villages, and emphasizing technology in education and healthcare.
2) Two telecom firms lost pleas challenging a special court's jurisdiction over a 2002 spectrum allocation case.
3) As of March 2015, India had 25.51 million broadband users in rural areas and 73.69 million in urban areas, with states like Karnataka and Kerala leading in rural broadband usage.
Indian Telecom Industry & role of HR in it, With emphasis on Airtelmini244
The document summarizes the growth of the Indian telecommunication industry. It discusses key metrics like India surpassing the US to become the second largest wireless network, achieving the world's lowest call rates and fastest growth in subscribers. It also outlines government initiatives to support growth, trends in rural connectivity, key players in mobile services, and investments being made to continue expansion. The telecom industry is expected to see further investments to support reaching 500 million subscribers by 2010.
Tata Docomo is a cellular service provider in India operating on the GSM platform as a result of a strategic joint venture between Tata Teleservices and Japanese telecom company NTT Docomo. The document provides an overview of Tata Docomo, including its vision, services offered, areas of operation, and partnership with NTT Docomo to introduce advanced technologies and services to India. Key responsibilities during the internship included understanding Tata Docomo's unique customer service model and activities to improve customer satisfaction.
The 2G spectrum scam involved Indian government officials undercharging mobile companies for licenses. This resulted in an estimated loss of 1.76 trillion rupees (US$39 billion) to the Indian exchequer. Former Communications Minister A. Raja played a key role in allocating licenses cheaply and ignoring legal procedures. An investigation found that many licenses were given illegally to companies that did not meet eligibility criteria, resulting in huge profits for those companies from reselling shares. The scam highlights the need for transparency and accountability in government processes.
"Nobody knows whether any of the deals would happen or not, but certainly windows of opportunity are open for Anil Ambani," said Jagannadham Thunuguntla, equity head at SMC Capitals in New Delhi, referring to Reliance Comm's billionaire chairman.
MTN denies that it is in talks with Reliance Communications regarding a potential merger. While Reliance's stock rose on speculation that it may sell a stake or merge with a foreign telecom company, an MTN spokeswoman stated that the rumors were untrue. Reliance is seeking funding to invest in its network and pay down debt, making it an attractive target for companies like Etisalat and MTN. However, MTN says it is not currently in discussions with Reliance.
Bharti Airtel has ended its dependence on western vendors by awarding a contract to supply 3G equipment to China's Huawei. It had chosen Ericsson, Nokia Siemens Networks, and Huawei as network partners to launch 3G services in India. Bharti Airtel had acquired 3G spectrum in 13 circles allowing it to offer services like video calling and fast internet. Global private equity firm 3i will invest $150 million in road construction company Soma Enterprises. ZTE, a Chinese telecom equipment supplier, won a $200 million contract from RCOM to supply 2G and 3G gear in eight circles.
The Indian telecommunications industry has grown rapidly, with the number of telephone subscribers reaching 742 million in October 2010. 3G spectrum was successfully auctioned, generating $14.6 billion in revenue. Manufacturing of telecom equipment in India was valued at $10.87 billion in 2008-2009 and is expected to reach $11.87 billion in 2010-2011. India ranks fourth largest in Asia-Pacific for telecom equipment production.
Benchmark indices closed at new highs led by gains in manufacturing PMI which rose above 50 for the third month. Realty stocks gained the most while IT stocks fell. Tata Motors received certification for its robot BRABO for sale in Europe. Shares of Delta Corp rallied on reduced promoter pledge while Bajai Auto's sales fell 17%. Offshore IT companies may face restrictions in the US. Beverage stocks fell on Supreme Court highway liquor ban. SBI cut base rate and Reliance shares rose on Jio subscriber growth. Calls made to buy Jindalstel above 124 and STRANSFIN above 1109.
Sector updates for the week ending 22nd Feb 2015Arpita0306
Infosys will acquire Panaya, an automation technology provider, for $200 million in an all-cash deal. Panaya provides cloud-based services for large-scale enterprise software management and has over 400 clients. Tata Consultancy Services partnered with Startupbootcamp FinTech to host startup pitching events in India where 10 startups will be selected for a accelerator program. Zen Technologies and Rockwell Collins unveiled a next-generation military flight simulator. Infosys secured a multi-year IT services deal with ABN AMRO bank.
The Indian telecommunications industry saw consistent growth over the last year due to network expansion and increased focus on value-added services. The total telephone subscriber base reached over 742 million as of October 2010, with wireless subscribers totaling over 706 million. Value-added services are a growing market worth $2.45-2.67 billion and accounting for 10% of wireless industry revenue. Major investments in and mergers within the telecom sector reached $16.6 billion between April-December 2010. Indian telecom companies are also expanding globally, with Bharti Airtel acquiring operations in 15 African countries for $10.7 billion.
Indian Telco Industry - Oligopoly to TriologyVishal Sharma
Indian telco industry currently has 4 major players but consolidation could reduce that to 3, worsening the oligopoly. A reduction in players would negatively impact 5G rollout and India's GDP growth, employment, banks' balance sheets, and India's global brand under Prime Minister Modi. Failure of this important sector would undermine India's digital transformation and services sector.
Bharti Airtel and Aircel are interested in buying Qualcomm's upcoming Indian wireless broadband business. Bharti Airtel is primarily interested in the airwaves and permits in Delhi as they would complement its existing 3G frequencies. Aircel has shown interest in the Mumbai and Kerala circles. Qualcomm had sought a minimum of Rs. 5,000 crore for its airwaves and permits in four circles.
1. Bharti Airtel has added Chinese company Huawei to its vendor list for supplying 3G equipment in addition to its existing partners Ericsson and Nokia Siemens. Huawei will provide 3G equipment and manage Airtel's networks in 3 circles.
2. Tata Motors will launch a new crossover vehicle called Aria within a month. It will blend the functionality of a MPV with the style of an SUV and include advanced safety features.
3. Reliance Brands, a subsidiary of Reliance Retail, plans to acquire companies in the domestic market and launch its own luxury clothing label within 18 months as it looks to expand beyond its current focus on men's fashion.
Bharti Airtel has ended its dependence on western vendors by awarding a contract to supply 3G equipment to China's Huawei. It had chosen Ericsson, Nokia Siemens Networks, and Huawei as network partners to launch 3G services in India. Bharti Airtel had acquired 3G airwaves allowing it to offer services like video conferencing in 13 circles for around Rs.12,300 crore. Global private equity firm 3i group will invest $150 million in road business of Soma Enterprises. ZTE bagged two contracts worth Rs.1220 crore from RCOM to supply 3G and 2G gear in eight circles.
The document discusses the evolution of mobile network technologies towards 4G networks like LTE. It provides an overview of LTE, including its key objectives of high speed and high throughput data transmission. The LTE architecture includes the access network, core network and radio interface. Key LTE technologies like OFDMA and SC-FDMA are described. The document also discusses LTE deployment worldwide and the various vendors in the LTE ecosystem.
2G refers to second-generation wireless telephone technology launched in 1991 in Finland. In 2008, 122 new telecom licenses were issued in India to companies with little telecom experience at 2001 prices, resulting in a shortfall of 1.76 lakh crore rupees compared to current values. The former telecom minister A. Raja is charged with issuing licenses at throwaway prices, ignoring regulatory advice, and showing favoritism to certain companies.
Vodafone Idea led the Indian telecom market in July 2019 with 32.53% market share, followed by Reliance Jio with 29.8% and Bharti Airtel with 28.12%. Reliance Jio added 8.5 million subscribers, whereas Vodafone Idea lost 3.4 million subscribers. The TRAI is reconsidering the January 2020 deadline to reduce interconnection charges to zero due to lack of 4G migration and imbalance in off-net traffic. Reliance Jio launched fiber broadband services nationwide while Bharti Airtel launched a converged entertainment platform.
The document summarizes several macroeconomic factors affecting India's telecom industry. It discusses the large subscriber base and rising internet penetration. It also outlines the key segments of the mobile, fixed-line, and internet services markets. The summary then analyzes factors such as population growth, declining tariffs, increasing affordability, technology advancement, and market liberalization that influence the telecom industry. Lastly, it examines the impact of recent Supreme Court rulings regarding licensing and spectrum that have reshaped competition in the sector.
Bharti Airtel, India's largest telecom company, had been in talks with MTN, a large South African telecom company, about a potential acquisition. The proposed deal would have Bharti Airtel acquire a 49% stake in MTN for $11.4 billion in cash and a 36% stake in Bharti Airtel in exchange. However, the deal faced hurdles from the South African government, which wanted to maintain MTN's status as a national champion, as well as issues with Indian regulations regarding dual listings. Ultimately, the deal fell through due to these political and regulatory challenges.
Presentation on Cellular Industry analysis. In this presentation analysis of Pestel and Porter Five Force Model Analysis.
SV Institute of Management Kadi student
Presenting By: Chirag Dabgar
The document discusses several topics related to digital India and telecommunications in India:
1) The government is focusing on both "Digital India" and "Skill India" by starting community service centers, digitally connecting villages, and emphasizing technology in education and healthcare.
2) Two telecom firms lost pleas challenging a special court's jurisdiction over a 2002 spectrum allocation case.
3) As of March 2015, India had 25.51 million broadband users in rural areas and 73.69 million in urban areas, with states like Karnataka and Kerala leading in rural broadband usage.
Indian Telecom Industry & role of HR in it, With emphasis on Airtelmini244
The document summarizes the growth of the Indian telecommunication industry. It discusses key metrics like India surpassing the US to become the second largest wireless network, achieving the world's lowest call rates and fastest growth in subscribers. It also outlines government initiatives to support growth, trends in rural connectivity, key players in mobile services, and investments being made to continue expansion. The telecom industry is expected to see further investments to support reaching 500 million subscribers by 2010.
Tata Docomo is a cellular service provider in India operating on the GSM platform as a result of a strategic joint venture between Tata Teleservices and Japanese telecom company NTT Docomo. The document provides an overview of Tata Docomo, including its vision, services offered, areas of operation, and partnership with NTT Docomo to introduce advanced technologies and services to India. Key responsibilities during the internship included understanding Tata Docomo's unique customer service model and activities to improve customer satisfaction.
The 2G spectrum scam involved Indian government officials undercharging mobile companies for licenses. This resulted in an estimated loss of 1.76 trillion rupees (US$39 billion) to the Indian exchequer. Former Communications Minister A. Raja played a key role in allocating licenses cheaply and ignoring legal procedures. An investigation found that many licenses were given illegally to companies that did not meet eligibility criteria, resulting in huge profits for those companies from reselling shares. The scam highlights the need for transparency and accountability in government processes.
This presentation is on Idea Cellular-one of the growth oriented Telecom Operator.This presentation explains Idea Cellulars spends at this years auction conducted by Govt. on spectrum to retain its existing licenses .Idea's growth over the years,cash flows etc
Bharti Airtel is a leading Indian telecommunications services provider founded in 1976. It has a large customer base of over 8 million across India. In the 1990s, the Indian government liberalized telecom policies to encourage growth. Bharti emerged as a top cellular operator and acquired other companies to expand. It now offers mobile, fixed line, broadband and other services through subsidiaries. The company went public in 2002 and continues growing aggressively through mergers and innovations.
This document provides an overview of the 4G battle between major telecom companies in India - Airtel, Idea, Vodafone, and Jio. It discusses the key players and their 4G launch strategies. The entry of Jio disrupted the market with free voice calls and low data prices, prompting defensive strategies from competitors. This led to a price war that has benefited customers but also impacted market capitalization of companies. The document outlines developments like TRAI penalties, appeals of unfair competition, and changes to data plans in response to the intensifying 4G battle in India.
The Effect on the Telecom Industry and Consumers after the Introduction of Re...Dr. Amarjeet Singh
In the world of intense competition amongst all the
industries, the telecom industry also does not fail to stay
behind. With the belief that the customer is the king, each and
every company in India is willing to go to depths and cross
lines every day so that they can be that one brand that
customers look for. While choosing a Network, one looks for
various factors such as Network coverage, the call rates, the
internet plan offered and not to forget but the value-added
services as well. Satisfying the consumers in each of this aspect
is not an easy task. Based on the literature review and after
considering the questions we want to answer; the research
problem of the research paper is “The Effect on The
Consumers and Telecom Industry after the Introduction of
Reliance Jio.” The problem mainly focuses on how the telecom
industry was before and after Jio, what people believe and
perceive about Reliance Jio and what challenges the
competitors faced with the introduction of Jio. Based on the
research problem, these are some of the objectives of our
study,
1. To study the impact of Reliance Jio on the telecom
industry, the change in composition of industry,
change in market share and the reforms that were
undertaken
2. To identify the effect of Jio on common people and
consumer behavior
3. To identify the business strategy followed by Jio and
its Competitors
The methodology used in the research paper was s Single
Cross-Sectional Descriptive Design. With the objective and
design, the tool used for analysis were Mean, Standard
Deviation to compare and analyze the data, also test like the Ztest and Chi-Square Test were done to test the hypothesis.
Finally, the findings of the research paper concluded
that Jio disrupted the market to such a level forcing
competitors to exit or merge, amongst the consumers, the
respondents were eager to test the new competitor in the
market and thus the research witnessed a significant shift in
the network from other networks to Jio.
Through our research we recommend that
Consumers should try to shift to Jio, with their very low
monthly plans and Huge value-added services offered, which
the competitors are still not able to achieve, adds to the success
of Jio in India.
“There is no conviction in the market,” said Jagannadham Thunuguntla, the head of equities at SMC Capitals Ltd. in New Delhi. “There is no positive trigger to take it higher. That’s why we are seeing this volatility.”
telecommunication industry after reliance ANKUR BAROT
History of telecom
Introduction to Telecom Sector
Reliance Communication
Other Players of Telecom Industry
Analysis of Reliance Communication
Role of Government
This document discusses the history and development of the telecom industry in India from 1881 to 2012. It covers the key milestones like the establishment of the first telephone service in 1882, the opening up of the sector to private investment in 1990s, and the rapid growth in subscribers from 28.53 million in 2000 to over 943 million in 2012. The regulatory reforms from 2000-2011 are also summarized into three phases that encouraged competition and brought more choices for consumers.
Similar to London South East 20 May 2010 Telcos up as costly 3G auction ends;hurdles ahead (20)
In a tight labour market, job-seekers gain bargaining power and leverage it into greater job quality—at least, that’s the conventional wisdom.
Michael, LMIC Economist, presented findings that reveal a weakened relationship between labour market tightness and job quality indicators following the pandemic. Labour market tightness coincided with growth in real wages for only a portion of workers: those in low-wage jobs requiring little education. Several factors—including labour market composition, worker and employer behaviour, and labour market practices—have contributed to the absence of worker benefits. These will be investigated further in future work.
Falcon stands out as a top-tier P2P Invoice Discounting platform in India, bridging esteemed blue-chip companies and eager investors. Our goal is to transform the investment landscape in India by establishing a comprehensive destination for borrowers and investors with diverse profiles and needs, all while minimizing risk. What sets Falcon apart is the elimination of intermediaries such as commercial banks and depository institutions, allowing investors to enjoy higher yields.
"Does Foreign Direct Investment Negatively Affect Preservation of Culture in the Global South? Case Studies in Thailand and Cambodia."
Do elements of globalization, such as Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), negatively affect the ability of countries in the Global South to preserve their culture? This research aims to answer this question by employing a cross-sectional comparative case study analysis utilizing methods of difference. Thailand and Cambodia are compared as they are in the same region and have a similar culture. The metric of difference between Thailand and Cambodia is their ability to preserve their culture. This ability is operationalized by their respective attitudes towards FDI; Thailand imposes stringent regulations and limitations on FDI while Cambodia does not hesitate to accept most FDI and imposes fewer limitations. The evidence from this study suggests that FDI from globally influential countries with high gross domestic products (GDPs) (e.g. China, U.S.) challenges the ability of countries with lower GDPs (e.g. Cambodia) to protect their culture. Furthermore, the ability, or lack thereof, of the receiving countries to protect their culture is amplified by the existence and implementation of restrictive FDI policies imposed by their governments.
My study abroad in Bali, Indonesia, inspired this research topic as I noticed how globalization is changing the culture of its people. I learned their language and way of life which helped me understand the beauty and importance of cultural preservation. I believe we could all benefit from learning new perspectives as they could help us ideate solutions to contemporary issues and empathize with others.
Lecture slide titled Fraud Risk Mitigation, Webinar Lecture Delivered at the Society for West African Internal Audit Practitioners (SWAIAP) on Wednesday, November 8, 2023.
The Rise of Generative AI in Finance: Reshaping the Industry with Synthetic DataChampak Jhagmag
In this presentation, we will explore the rise of generative AI in finance and its potential to reshape the industry. We will discuss how generative AI can be used to develop new products, combat fraud, and revolutionize risk management. Finally, we will address some of the ethical considerations and challenges associated with this powerful technology.
Pensions and housing - Pensions PlayPen - 4 June 2024 v3 (1).pdf
London South East 20 May 2010 Telcos up as costly 3G auction ends;hurdles ahead
1. Telcos up as costly 3G auction ends;hurdles ahead
Thu May 20, 2010 3:03pm IST
By Sumeet Chatterjee and Devidutta Tripathy
MUMBAI/NEW DELHI (Reuters) - Shares in top mobile operators rose as much as 6 percent on
Thursday following the end of a frenzied auction for 3G mobile licences, but the cheer may be
short-lived.
The auction yielded the Indian government $14.6 billion in revenues, nearly twice what it had
expected. Top Indian carrier Bharti Airtel said its hopes of securing a nationwide 3G footprint
were dashed by the expensive bidding.
"Eventually, telecom stocks will come under pressure. No one has got an all-India licence, still
the amount they are paying is not small. Their balance sheets will be stretched," said
Jagannadham Thunuguntla, equity head SMC Capital in New Delhi.
Morgan Stanley however raised its view on the sector to "in-line" from "cautious" after the
auction ended, and said it did not expect any more cuts in tariffs in the world's fastest-growing
but highly competitive telecoms market.
Some analysts said telecom firms' near-term earnings could be hit due to high capital spending
for third-generation mobile spectrum and equipment as carriers roll out high-speed premium
services later this year.
By 1:16 p.m. (0747 GMT), shares in Bharti, which is paying $2.6 billion for wireless spectrum,
were up 1.2 percent at 262.60 rupees, after rising as much as 2.4 percent in a broader market up 1
percent.
HSBC cut its target for Bharti's shares to 250 rupees from 270 rupees and said the aggressive 3G
bidding was negative for the sector, as it would stretch balance sheetsand could dilute earnings.
Shares in Reliance Communications, the No. 2 firm gained 1.9 percent, paring its 5.8 percent
jump. Smaller rival Idea Cellular gained as much as 6 percent.
Call rates have slumped to as low as 0.7 U.S. cents per minute in a market with 15 operators and
about 600 million mobile users, making it the world's largest after China.
2. Bharti and Reliance shares have lost more than 20 percent so far this year, making them the
fourth and fifth worst performers in India's 30-share benchmark index. They were the only stocks
that fell last year in the main index, which jumped 81 percent.
NO CLEAR WINNER
India's three biggest carriers -- Vodafone's India unit, Bharti and Reliance -- each won key
licences to offer 3G services in Delhi and Mumbai -- the biggest markets in the country.
Vodafone paid $2.5 billion for spectrum in an Indian auction that lasted 34 days and proved a
bonanza for the deficit-strapped government.
Nine private operators participated in the auction for three sets of licences, which ended with no
single carrier winning 3G spectrum in all 22 telecoms circles up for bidding.
Seven different carriers, including Idea Cellular and unlisted Tata Teleservices, ended up
winning spectrum. Japan's NTT DoCoMo owns 26 percent of Tata Teleservices.
Bharti, one-third owned by SingTel, blamed the auction format and severe spectrum shortage for
driving the bid prices "beyond reasonable levels" because of which the company could not get
3G spectrum in all mobile circles.
Macquarie said Bharti, which is absorbing its recent $9 billion acquisition of Zain's operations in
Africa, not winning in some key circles was the biggest negative surprise of the auction.