This study analyzes the network equipment spending (capex) and total capital expenditures (CAPEX) in the region in both fixed-line and mobile networks. Mobile network spending represents roughly 59-66% of the total network equipment spending in the region as leading MNOs in advanced markets continue to add capacity, whereas emerging markets...
This country report and accompanying data annex provide a comprehensive overview of Hungary's telecoms market, including KPIs and data on subscribers, penetration, revenue and ARPU. The report analyses the strategies of major players in the country's fixed and mobile telecoms markets, and includes market share data and operators' infrastructure...
"Over the next five years, we expect the data attach rate for connectable devices to increase gradually as operators continue with efforts to get active connections in mobile devices," said Rosie Secchi, research manager, IDC European Mobile Communications. " Increased data usage is the most important growth factor in business mobile service...
Hungary’s telcos look to expand cross-platform services As in many other markets in the region, in Hungary the number of fixed-lines, as also fixed-line revenue, has been affected by the changing consumer use of such services and by the trend for fixed-to-mobile substitution. Fixed-line operators have thus looked...
"Fixed wireless access (FWA) is not a new concept. Indeed, its previous avatars have used cellular technologies, WiMAX, and other available alternatives to offer a modicum of connectivity to the last mile. However, several factors have come together in recent years to push FWA back into the limelight. These include the emergence of new technologies,...
UK aiming to be fully-fibred by 2033 The UK’s telecom market remains one of the largest in Europe, characterised by fierce competition which has resulted in reduced pricing for end-users. Following some market consolidation in the mobile segment there are four key players and a number of MVNOs. Mobile broadband in...
USA remains among leaders for 5G into 2019Growth in the US mobile subscriber base remains strong, with a penetration rate of about 127%. Declining revenue from voice services is compensated for by high growth in mobile data use, itself supported by upgraded networks based on LTE technologies. Smartphone penetration is also high, which...
Malta’s Melita preps for 5G with Ericsson Despite its small size, Malta’s telecom sector is among the most advanced in Europe, with high mobile and broadband penetration rates and a strategy in place to capitalise on infrastructure to develop e-commerce opportunities. The sector has also been stimulated by regulatory...
Switzerland’s MNOs prepare for early 2019 spectrum auction Switzerland has a sophisticated telecom sector and enjoys one of the highest broadband penetration rates within the European Union and among the OECD nations. Its competitive mobile market is served by three network operators and a small number of MVNOs while...
Greece’s telcos invest more in fibre to reach 2025 goals Greece’s telecoms market has suffered from tough economic conditions in recent years, leading to lower sector overall revenue and investment. Operators across the board have seen gross profits tumble year after year, and the continuing economic turmoil will...