China Telecom Corp Ltd
HKEX:728
Operating Margin
Operating Margin shows how much profit a company makes from its regular business activities after covering operating costs. It helps measure how efficiently the company turns sales into profit.
Operating Margin shows how much profit a company makes from its regular business activities after covering operating costs. It helps measure how efficiently the company turns sales into profit.
Peer Comparison
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China Telecom Corp Ltd
SSE:601728
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529.8B CNY |
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| NA |
NYSE:AAAGY
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0 USD |
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| US |
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Verizon Communications Inc
NYSE:VZ
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195.5B USD |
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| US |
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AT&T Inc
NYSE:T
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190.8B USD |
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| DE |
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Deutsche Telekom AG
XETRA:DTE
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148.7B EUR |
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| JP |
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Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corp
TSE:9432
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12.6T JPY |
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| SG |
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Singapore Telecommunications Ltd
SGX:Z74
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78.3B SGD |
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| FR |
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Orange SA
PAR:ORA
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43.9B EUR |
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| SA |
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Saudi Telecom Company SJSC
SAU:7010
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189.1B SAR |
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| CH |
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Swisscom AG
SIX:SCMN
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34.4B CHF |
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| AU |
T
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Telstra Group Ltd
F:5KB
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32.8B EUR |
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Market Distribution
| Min | -409 046.1% |
| 30th Percentile | -1.4% |
| Median | 4.2% |
| 70th Percentile | 10.3% |
| Max | 876.4% |
Other Profitability Ratios
China Telecom Corp Ltd
Glance View
In the vast and bustling realm of China's telecommunications industry, China Telecom Corp Ltd. stands as a towering giant, weaving a complex web of connectivity across the nation and beyond. Originally a part of the expansive government-run China Telecom system, the company has transformed itself over the years into a formidable force in the global telecom market. With a rich legacy dating back to 2002 when it spun off from the larger governmental umbrella following aggressive reforms, China Telecom quickly adapted to the dynamic digital age. Serving as one of the leading providers of high-quality fixed-line and mobile telecommunications services, the company has facilitated seamless connections across urban and rural landscapes alike. Its operations are not limited to just providing basic telecom services but extend to offering an expansive array of internet access, information services, and even cloud computing solutions, positioning itself as a versatile player in an increasingly interconnected world. Behind China Telecom's sprawling network lies its strategic ability to monetize a varied portfolio of services, making it a linchpin in China's digital infrastructure. The company's revenue streams are built on the provision of voice, data, and multimedia services, driven by both consumer and enterprise demand. Its mobile service wing boasts a staggering number of subscribers, a testament to China's vast population and the growing necessity of mobile connectivity. Beyond traditional telecommunications, China Telecom has embraced the burgeoning world of data, diversifying into cloud computing and data center services, capitalizing on the digital transformation sweeping across industries. By offering integrated solutions that cater to businesses looking to digitize their operations, China Telecom has adeptly positioned itself as an indispensable partner in China's ongoing technological revolution. The company's strategic investments in next-generation technologies and infrastructure ensure it remains at the forefront of innovation, continually expanding its footprint both domestically and on the international stage.
See Also
Operating Margin is calculated by dividing the Operating Income by the Revenue.
The current Operating Margin for China Telecom Corp Ltd is 7.2%, which is below its 3-year median of 7.7%.
Over the last 3 years, China Telecom Corp Ltd’s Operating Margin has decreased from 8.6% to 7.2%. During this period, it reached a low of 7.2% on Sep 30, 2025 and a high of 8.6% on Sep 30, 2022.