Operating Margin - MTN Group Ltd (JSE:MTN)

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Price: 15 916 Zac 0.35%

Market Cap: 290.8B Zac

23.8%

Current

23%

Average

9.8%

Industry

Operating Margin represents how efficiently a company is able to generate profit through its core operations.

Higher ratios are generally better, illustrating the company is efficient in its operations and is good at turning sales into profits.

Operating Margin

23.8%

Operating Profit

49.1B

Revenue

206.4B

Operating Margin Across Competitors

Country		Company	Market Cap	Operating Margin
ZA	M	MTN Group Ltd JSE:MTN	290.8B Zac	24%
ZA	V	Vodacom Group Ltd JSE:VOD	262.8B Zac	22%
US		T-Mobile US Inc NASDAQ:TMUS	220B USD	23%
CN		China Mobile Ltd SSE:600941	1.4T CNY	14%
JP		SoftBank Group Corp TSE:9984	24.4T JPY	10%
IN		Bharti Airtel Ltd NSE:BHARTIARTL	12T INR	30%
JP		KDDI Corp TSE:9433	10.8T JPY	18%
JP		SoftBank Corp TSE:9434	10.3T JPY	14%
MX		America Movil SAB de CV BMV:AMXB	1.1T MXN	20%
UK		Vodafone Group PLC LSE:VOD	24.1B GBP	12%
TH		Advanced Info Service PCL SET:ADVANC	919B THB	27%

MTN Group Ltd
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Market Cap

290.8B Zac

Industry

Telecommunication

MTN Group Ltd., a telecommunications titan headquartered in Johannesburg, has woven itself into the fabric of African connectivity with an audacious and expansive reach. Established in 1994, amidst the transformative tides of South Africa's newly attained democracy, MTN began its journey by capitalizing on the burgeoning demand for mobile services. Today, it stands as a beacon of communication across the African continent and beyond, with operations spanning over 20 countries, including Nigeria, Iran, and Ghana. The company has meticulously built and operated robust mobile networks that provide voice, data, and digital services to millions. With a focus on the unique needs of emerging markets, MTN has adeptly navigated the diverse regulatory landscapes, earning its place as a key player in connecting people and businesses. Underpinning MTN's financial success is its comprehensive business model that generates revenue from various streams. Its primary source of income stems from voice services, which, despite the global shift towards data, remains a significant revenue contributor in many of its operating regions. Data services represent the next vital artery of revenue, driven by the increasing demand for internet access and the proliferation of smartphones. MTN's strategy involves offering affordable data packages tailored to the local markets. Additionally, mobile financial services like MTN Mobile Money have grown into a prominent segment, especially in regions with low banking penetration, by providing users with accessible options for transactions and financial management. Through these strategic endeavors, MTN not only sustains its financial foundations but also fosters economic empowerment and inclusion across its diverse footprint.

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MTN Intrinsic Value

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Network Effect: We analyze whether the value of a company’s product or service grows as its user base expands. Platforms like payment systems or marketplaces benefit from this self-reinforcing.

Switching Costs: We assess whether customers face significant costs or disruptions when switching to a competitor’s product or service. High switching costs create customer stickiness and provide pricing power.

Intangible Assets: Strong brands, patents, and regulatory licenses can protect a company’s market position by creating barriers for competitors or enabling premium pricing. For example, a well-recognized consumer brand may command higher customer loyalty and margins.

Efficient scale: Occurs when a market is optimally served by one or a few players, making it unprofitable for new entrants to compete. This typically happens in industries with high fixed costs or geographic constraints, such as utilities or pipelines.

Cost Advantage: Companies with structural cost advantages can produce goods or services at a lower cost than their competitors, enabling them to offer competitive pricing or maintain higher margins. These advantages often arise from economies of scale, superior supply chain management, or proprietary technology. Firms like Walmart leverage their massive scale to negotiate better terms with suppliers, allowing them to undercut competitors on price.

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MTN Group Ltd
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