América Móvil(AMX) - 2025 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The fourth quarter revenue rose 3.4% in Mexican peso terms to MXN 245 billion, and was up 6.2% at constant exchange rates, with service revenue expanding 5.3% [7][8] - EBITDA increased by 4.2% in Mexican peso terms to MXN 95 billion, and was up 6.9% at constant exchange rates [8] - Net profit for the quarter was MXN 19 billion, which was four times larger than the previous year, equivalent to MXN 0.32 per share or $0.35 per ADR [9] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company added 2.5 million wireless subscribers in the quarter, with 2.8 million postpaid net gains and 298,000 prepaid losses, ending December with 331 million wireless subscribers [5][6] - The mobile postpaid base grew by 8.4% year-on-year, while broadband accesses expanded by 5.6% [7] - Fixed line service revenue increased by 3.6% year-over-year, with fixed broadband revenue rising by 6.4% [9] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The dollar depreciated against most currencies in the region, declining 2.3% versus the Mexican peso and 5.7% versus the Chilean peso [5] - Brazil led in postpaid net additions with 644,000 subscribers, followed by Colombia with 276,000 and Peru with 148,000 [6] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to maintain a capital expenditure target of around 14%-15% of revenues, approximately $6.8 billion to $7 billion [15][18] - The management is focused on reducing debt and preparing for potential consolidation opportunities in the region, particularly in small companies or fiber operations [40][41] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - The management noted that the U.S. government shutdown raised uncertainty about economic activity, impacting employment and economic indicators [4] - The competitive landscape in Latin America is changing, with expectations of further consolidation in the market, which could benefit the company [61][65] Other Important Information - The company reported a nearly 40% year-on-year increase in free cash flow, reaching MXN 82 billion after CapEx of MXN 131 billion [10] - Shareholder distributions reached MXN 45 billion, including MXN 12 billion in share buybacks [10] Q&A Session Summary Question: CapEx outlook for 2026 and coming years - The company targets a CapEx of around 14%-15% of revenues, approximately $6.8 billion to $7 billion, for the next few years [15][18] Question: Pre-tax, non-operating expenses - The management acknowledged the increase in non-operating expenses and suggested contacting investor relations for detailed information [22][24] Question: Telefónica's sale of operations in Chile - The company decided not to proceed with a bid for Telefónica's operations due to complexities and regulatory issues, but remains committed to competing in Chile [30][32] Question: Capital allocation strategy - The management emphasized a focus on reducing debt, preparing for M&A opportunities, and returning value to shareholders through buybacks and dividends [40][41] Question: Impact of FX on overall results - The company highlighted the complexity of managing multiple currencies and the importance of constant exchange rates for accurate financial reporting [50][51] Question: Regulatory environment and consolidation in Latin America - The management sees potential for consolidation in the market, which could be beneficial, and noted that asymmetric regulation only exists in Mexico [61][65] Question: Number portability trends in Brazil - The management indicated that both NuCel and strong postpaid operations are contributing to positive number portability trends in Brazil [70][71] Question: Sustainability of broadband growth in Mexico - The management expressed confidence in sustaining broadband growth due to successful promotions and high customer satisfaction with service bundles [78]