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Telefonica Brasil S.A.(VIV) - 2020 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2020-10-29 03:54
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a net income of BRL 1.2 billion for the quarter, a 25% year-over-year increase [42] - Operating cash flow reached BRL 7.5 billion, with a margin of 23.5%, expanding by 3.4 percentage points year-over-year [13] - Free cash flow for the first nine months of 2020 grew 50% year-over-year to BRL 8.9 billion, surpassing the total for the entire year of 2019 [43] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Mobile service revenues decreased by 1% year-over-year but increased by 3.3% quarter-over-quarter [10][11] - Fiber revenues, including FTTH and IPTV, grew by 47.3% year-over-year and 14.5% quarter-over-quarter [11][23] - Postpaid customer base accounted for almost 60% of total mobile access, with 844,000 net additions in the quarter [9] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The overall mobile market share stood at 33.3%, the highest in 14 years, with a significant reduction in postpaid churn [20] - Prepaid revenues grew by 5.8%, driven by customer acquisition efforts [18] - FTTH net additions totaled 267,000, reaching 3.1 million homes connected, a 34% year-over-year increase [24] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on digitalization and simplification initiatives to reduce costs and improve customer experience [12][35] - There is a strong emphasis on expanding the fiber footprint, with plans to reach 268 cities by the end of the year [31] - The company aims to maintain leadership in mobile and fixed services while exploring partnerships and potential M&A opportunities in the fiber market [100][102] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the recovery of revenue and customer demand as COVID-19 restrictions ease [91] - The company is confident in its ability to capture growth opportunities in the digital space and maintain strong cash flow generation [45] - Future CapEx is expected to decrease as the company shifts focus to growth technologies and network sharing agreements [82] Other Important Information - The company was recognized as one of the top 10 companies in the new S&P/B3 ESG Index, highlighting its commitment to sustainability [48] - A national campaign for recycling electronic waste was launched, along with the inauguration of a biogas power plant [49] Q&A Session Summary Question: Migration of concessions to authorizations and prepaid pricing - Management is optimistic about the migration process but acknowledges it is still early in the regulatory phase [58][60] - There are plans to increase prepaid prices, but the timing is uncertain due to competitive pressures [61][62] Question: Prepaid performance and legacy business deterioration - The strong prepaid growth is attributed to quality service and effective customer management [67] - Legacy services are declining due to strategic decisions to focus on FTTH and IPTV, with expectations of continued revenue decline in these areas [73] Question: CapEx trends and fiber market strategies - CapEx is expected to decrease as the company prioritizes growth technologies and network sharing [82] - The company is confident in its competitive position in the fiber market despite the presence of smaller players [85] Question: Outlook for Q4 and cost reduction strategies - Management anticipates a positive trend in Q4 due to improved economic conditions and customer demand [91] - There is still room for cost reductions through digital initiatives and operational efficiencies [93]
Telefonica Brasil S.A.(VIV) - 2020 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2020-07-30 03:50
Telefonica Brasil SA (NYSE:VIV) Q2 2020 Earnings Conference Call July 29, 2020 9:00 AM ET Company Participants Luis Plaster - IR Director Christian Gebara - CEO & Director David Melcon - Chief Financial & IR Officer Conference Call Participants Maria Tereza Azevedo - Santander Marcelo Santos - JPMorgan Chase & Co. Rodrigo Villanueva - Bank of America Merrill Lynch Frederico Mendes - Bradesco BBI Tito Ferraz - Itaú Walter Piecyk - LightShed Partners Operator Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. At this time, ...
Telefonica Brasil S.A.(VIV) - 2020 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2020-05-09 14:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The reported net income for Q1 2020 was BRL 1.1 billion, a reduction of 14% year-over-year due to increased depreciation and income tax costs, partially offset by continuous cost discipline and EBITDA expansion [46] - Free cash flow grew 81% year-over-year, reaching BRL 2.1 billion, driven by recurring EBITDA expansion and lower financial costs [48] - Recurring EBITDA margin expanded to 40.9%, an increase of 1.2 percentage points year-over-year, with recurring costs reduced by 3.3% [39][40] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Fiber revenues, including FTTH and IPTV, expanded by 38.9% year-over-year, now representing 24% of all fixed revenues [18] - The mobile postpaid subscriber base grew by 6.6% year-over-year, reaching 43.7 million customers, which constitutes 58% of total mobile access [17] - Prepaid revenue showed a decline of only 0.5%, marking the best yearly performance since 2015, driven by improved value propositions [23] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Vivo expanded its mobile market share to 33%, the highest since October 2006, despite the COVID-19 crisis [24] - FTTH access increased by 13% year-over-year, reaching 2.7 million accesses, which now represents 39% of the broadband customer base [30] - The company entered 22 new cities with FTTH in Q1, totaling 186 cities, while improving home connector penetration to 22.7% [32][34] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is committed to expanding its FTTH network and digitalizing customer care, aiming to enhance connectivity solutions for both businesses and households [15][29] - The strategy includes leveraging partnerships for fiber deployment and focusing on digital channels to improve customer experience and operational efficiency [35][94] - The company plans to continue its investments in advanced technologies, with 68% of CapEx allocated for growth initiatives [44] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management emphasized the importance of maintaining network quality and customer connectivity during the COVID-19 crisis, implementing various support measures for customers [10][12] - The company remains optimistic about its fiber results driving sustainable growth despite the ongoing challenges posed by the pandemic [18] - Management acknowledged the uncertainty surrounding the economic environment but expressed confidence in the company's strategy and ability to adapt [99] Other Important Information - The company has implemented measures to ensure employee health and job security during the pandemic, including remote work and health assistance [13] - The company is utilizing big data capabilities to assist government efforts in combating COVID-19 through mobility heat maps [14] Q&A Session Summary Question: Regarding the agreements between Telefónica and TIM - Management confirmed that the agreement has received approval from ANATEL and CADE, with implementation expected in the second semester of the year [53][55] Question: Update on the due diligence of Oi Móvel assets - Management stated that due diligence is progressing, but specific timelines cannot be provided due to the complexity of the process [58] Question: Changes in retail strategy for handsets and accessories post-COVID - Management noted that physical store closures impacted handset sales, but e-commerce is expected to gain relevance moving forward [62] Question: Trends in results for April amid COVID impact - Management indicated that results in April showed improvement compared to March, with a gradual recovery in customer engagement [64][68] Question: Sales and marketing expenses in relation to COVID - Management attributed cost reductions primarily to digitalization and simplification initiatives rather than COVID-related factors [74] Question: Risks of downgrading in postpaid plans - Management does not foresee significant downgrading in postpaid plans, citing the value-added services and ongoing demand for mobile connectivity [78] Question: Drop in ARPU and competitive impacts - Management acknowledged that the drop in ARPU was influenced by tough comparisons from the previous year and store closures impacting postpaid sales [84] Question: FTTH growth and market share dynamics - Management highlighted strong FTTH net ads and ongoing expansion efforts, while acknowledging competitive pressures in the market [88] Question: CapEx flexibility and potential cuts - Management confirmed ongoing FTTH expansion plans while also exploring partnerships to mitigate CapEx impacts from economic conditions [94] Question: Update on 5G auction rules and regulatory environment - Management indicated ongoing discussions with regulatory bodies and uncertainty regarding the timeline for 5G auctions [103] Question: Update on franchising and partnership with American Tower - Management reported that the partnership with American Tower is on schedule, while the impact of COVID on franchising initiatives remains uncertain [115][116]
Telefonica Brasil S.A.(VIV) - 2020 Q1 - Earnings Call Presentation
2020-05-07 06:38
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Telefonica Brasil S.A.(VIV) - 2019 Q4 - Annual Report
2020-02-20 21:28
As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 20, 2020 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 20-F (Mark One) ☐ REGISTRATION STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(b) OR (g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 OR ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2019 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission file numb ...
Telefonica Brasil S.A.(VIV) - 2018 Q4 - Annual Report
2019-02-21 12:21
As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 21, 2019 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 20-F (Mark One) ☐ REGISTRATION STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(b) OR (g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 OR ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2018 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 OR ☐ SHELL COMPANY R ...