Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported third-quarter revenue of NTD 57.92 billion, marking a 4.2% year-over-year increase and the highest third-quarter revenue in nine years [17] - Operating income rose by 6.4%, while net income increased by 4.8% year-over-year, reflecting strong performance across mobile and fixed broadband services [17][18] - Earnings per share (EPS) increased from NTD 1.16 to NTD 1.22, the highest third-quarter EPS in eight years [18] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Mobile revenue market share reached 40.8%, with a subscriber share of 39.4%, a 1.6 percentage point year-over-year increase [7] - Fixed broadband revenue grew by 3.2% year-over-year, driven by high-speed migration and promotional success [8] - Consumer application services saw a 22% year-over-year growth in multi-play packages, while cybersecurity services recorded a 17% year-over-year growth [9][10] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The 5G subscriber market share rose to 38.8%, with a penetration rate of 44.7% among smartphone users [7] - The U.S. subsidiary achieved 70% year-over-year revenue growth, primarily from a construction project in Texas [12] - Southeast Asia markets are thriving, with successful introductions of proprietary solutions in Thailand and other regions [14] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company emphasizes group expansion and AI-related initiatives as critical for mid-term to long-term development [3] - A new subsidiary, Event AI, was launched to monetize AI innovations, and the company holds the largest portfolio of AI-related patents in the industry [4] - The company is committed to ESG practices, having issued a TWD 3.5 billion sustainability bond to promote environmental projects [5] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving full-year financial results, supported by leadership across all business segments [3] - The company highlighted its commitment to social responsibility, demonstrated during a catastrophic typhoon in Taiwan [5] - The favorable mobile market landscape in Taiwan is expected to support continued positive growth [8] Other Important Information - The company completed the public listing of its cybersecurity subsidiary in September and plans for an upcoming IPO of International Integrated Systems [4] - The company secured significant projects, including a large-scale network infrastructure project from a leading life insurance company in Taiwan [11] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the driver of the international project business? - The international business is driven by opportunities in the U.S. and Japan, particularly in the AI supply chain, with successful introductions of cybersecurity services in Southeast Asia [27][28]

Core Viewpoint - Chunghwa Telecom reported strong financial results for the third quarter of 2025, with total revenue reaching NT$ 57.92 billion, marking a 4.2% increase year-over-year, driven by growth in its core telecom and ICT services [2][4]. Financial Highlights - Total revenue increased by 4.2% to NT$ 57.92 billion [2][6]. - Consumer Business Group revenue rose by 2.2% to NT$ 35.18 billion [2][7]. - Enterprise Business Group revenue grew by 7.4% to NT$ 18.91 billion [2][8]. - International Business Group revenue decreased by 1.9% to NT$ 2.33 billion [2][9]. - Total operating costs and expenses increased by 3.6% to NT$ 45.82 billion [2][10]. - Operating income increased by 6.4% to NT$ 12.10 billion, with an operating margin of 20.9% [3][11]. - EBITDA rose by 4.0% to NT$ 22.11 billion, with an EBITDA margin of 38.17% [3][12]. - Net income attributable to stockholders increased by 4.8% to NT$ 9.44 billion, with basic earnings per share (EPS) at NT$ 1.22 [3][11]. Business Performance - The core telecom business showed strong performance, with a 5G subscriber share of 38.8% and 5G penetration among smartphone users at 44.7% [4]. - The Consumer Business Group experienced a 2.2% increase in revenue and an 11.4% rise in income before tax [4][7]. - The Enterprise Business Group achieved a 14.5% growth in ICT revenue, driven by IDC, cloud, and cybersecurity services [4][8]. - The US subsidiary reported a remarkable 70% revenue growth, attributed to AI supply chain projects [4]. Strategic Initiatives - Chunghwa Telecom holds Taiwan's largest portfolio of AI-related patents and recently established the InventAI subsidiary to monetize AI innovations [5]. - The cybersecurity subsidiary, CHT Security, completed its public listing, with plans for an upcoming IPO for International Integrated Systems [5]. - The company issued NT$ 3.5 billion in sustainability bonds to support biodiversity and electric vehicle initiatives, reflecting its commitment to ESG goals [5].

Singapore telecom companies such as Singtel and Starhub have long been heralded as defensive stalwarts, prized for their steady dividends. With the 5G rollouts maturing, investors may have the following question: Will these telecom businesses revert to a low-growth cycle, or can they find new growth opportunities? The Telco Business Model in TransitionAlthough the mobile and broadband businesses provide resilient cash flows for telcos, their growth has stagnated.Mobile subscriptions in Singapore recorded a ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue for the second quarter of 2025 reached over NT$56 billion, marking a 4.8% year-over-year increase, driven mainly by the expansion of the ICT business and higher sales revenue [23] - Operating income and net income rose by 5.2% and 3.5% respectively compared to the same period last year, supported by growth in the Internet data center business and steady increases in mobile services [23] - Earnings per share (EPS) increased from NT$1.27 to NT$1.31, reflecting consistent profitability and effective cost control, with EPS reaching its highest levels in nine years for the second quarter [23][24] - EBITDA increased by 3.5% year over year, reaching NT$22.58 billion, with an EBITDA margin of 39.8%, remaining broadly stable compared to last year [24] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Mobile service revenue grew approximately 2% year over year, with a mobile market share rising to 40.7% as of June, and a 38.7% share in the 5G segment [10] - Fixed broadband revenue increased by 1.8% year over year, driven by strategic bundle plans, with fixed broadband ARPU rising approximately 2% [11] - Enterprise ICT revenue increased by 27% year over year, with core service pillars like IDC, AIoT, and cloud services delivering robust growth of 40% and 75% respectively [15] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue from international subsidiaries declined by 41% year over year, primarily due to project-based fluctuations, but Southeast Asia market delivered double-digit revenue growth driven by demand for ICT services [18][19] - The mobile market share in Taiwan reached a new high, with the highest subscriber share among peers at 39.1% [9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company continues to execute its "sea, land, and sky" strategy to enhance network resilience and seize future opportunities, including investments in undersea cables and satellite services [6][7] - The company aims to promote strategic bundles to support ARPU growth and incentivize existing mobile subscribers to add fixed broadband services [12] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's strong commitment to innovation and operational excellence, highlighting the successful launch of new services and partnerships [5][6] - The management noted ongoing investments in strategic markets despite global market uncertainties, particularly targeting overseas AIDC-related construction projects [19] Other Important Information - The company received the highest MSCI ESG rating of AAA, reflecting strong performance in governance and data privacy [7] - The company was recognized as one of the top 5% of listed companies by the Taiwan Stock Exchange for its commitment to corporate governance [8] Q&A Session Summary Question: What are the expectations for future revenue growth in the ICT sector? - Management indicated that the ICT sector is expected to continue its strong growth trajectory, driven by demand from financial and high-tech sectors [15] Question: How is the company addressing the decline in international subsidiary revenue? - Management noted that while there was a decline, the performance exceeded internal expectations when excluding the higher base effect, and they are focusing on strategic investments in Southeast Asia [19]