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China Telecom(SEHK) 0728

Market CapHK$433.74BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.
Since IPO (2002)+646%
5 Year+70%
1 Year-15%
1 Month+3%
HK$4.74
+1.17%
+0.06Today
China Telecom last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeHKD 4.742026-10-14
China Telecom stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week+4.64%HKD 4.532026-10-07
1 month+3.04%HKD 4.602026-09-14
3 month+2.16%HKD 4.642026-07-16
Year to date-12.06%HKD 5.392025-12-31
1 year-15.05%HKD 5.582025-10-14
3 year+23.76%HKD 3.832023-10-13
5 year+69.89%HKD 2.792021-10-15
Since inception+646.45%HKD 0.632002-11-15

China Telecom Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

HK$433.74BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Revenue (TTM)

CN¥509.83B

Net Income (TTM)

CN¥29.60B

EPS (TTM)

HK$0.37

P/E Ratio

12.95

Dividend

HK$0.29

Beta (Volatility)

0.07 (Low)

Price

HK$4.74

Volume

49,382,650

Open

HK$4.69

Previous Close

HK$4.69

Daily Range

HK$4.65 - HK$4.74

52-Week Range

HK$4.24 - HK$6.08

Estimated Earnings Date

Oct 23, 2026

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About China Telecom

China Telecom Corporation Limited is a leading telecommunications service provider in the People's Republic of China. The company offers a comprehensive range of fixed-line and mobile services, including voice communications, internet access, and integrated information technology solutions.

Products and Services
  • Fixed-line and mobile voice communication services
  • High-speed broadband and internet access
  • Integrated IT solutions and managed data services
Growth Outlook
  • Mobile subscribers reached approximately 372 million as of December 2021
  • Wireline broadband subscribers totaled around 170 million
  • Continued expansion in cloud-based services and e-commerce solutions
Financial Highlights
  • Recent quarterly revenue of CNY 127.07 billion, showing strong demand
  • Net income of CNY 12.19 billion for the latest quarter
  • TTM dividend yield of 3.76%, indicating consistent returns
China Telecom Corporation Limited has established itself as a key player in the telecommunications sector, providing essential services to millions of customers. The company's diverse offerings, including traditional voice services and advanced IT solutions, position it well for future growth. With a significant subscriber base and ongoing investments in technology, China Telecom is poised to capitalize on the increasing demand for connectivity and digital services. Recent financial performance reflects robust revenue generation and profitability, making it an attractive option for investors interested in the telecommunications industry.
AI Generated • Oct 14, 2026

Industry

Diversified Telecommunication Services

Sector

Communication Services

Employees

277,911

CEO

Rui Wen Ke, PhD

Website

www.chinatelecom-h.com

Headquarters

Beijing, BE 100033, CN

0728 Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

28.08%

Operating Margin

6.27%

Net Income Margin

5.79%

Return on Equity

6.40%

Return on Capital

7.11%

Return on Assets

3.36%

Earnings Yield

7.72%

Dividend Yield

6.11%

Payout Ratio

83.65%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

HK$433.74BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Shares Outstanding

91.51B

Volume

49.38M

Avg. Volume

58.80M

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

CN¥143.22B

Operating Income

CN¥32.02B

EBITDA

CN¥86.06B

Operating Cash Flow

CN¥141.25B

Capital Expenditure

-CN¥72.45B

Free Cash Flow

CN¥68.80B

Cash & ST Invst.

CN¥102.61B

Total Debt

CN¥63.40B

China Telecom Performance Analysis

China Telecom annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-12-31CNY 552,067,077,5255.6%
20232023-12-31CNY 560,741,850,7121.6%
20242024-12-31CNY 574,006,534,0272.4%
20252025-12-31CNY 567,376,070,396-1.2%
China Telecom sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q32025-09-30-6.8%
Q42025-12-312.4%
Q12026-03-311.9%
Q22026-06-30-2.4%
China Telecom annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-12-31CNY 0.352.6%
20232023-12-31CNY 0.374.8%
20242024-12-31CNY 0.396.4%
20252025-12-31CNY 0.390.6%
China Telecom sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q32025-09-30-43.5%
Q42025-12-31-69.3%
Q12026-03-31206.2%
Q22026-06-3063.3%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

CN¥127.07B

-5.1%

Gross Profit

CN¥38.67B

+153.3%

Gross Margin

30.43%

N/A

Market Cap

HK$433.74BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

N/A

Market Cap/Employee

HK$1.56M

N/A

Employees

277,911

N/A

Net Income

CN¥12.19B

-13.9%

EBITDA

CN¥40.29B

-4.2%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

CN¥102.61B

-7.2%

Total Debt

CN¥63.40B

-8.4%

Accounts Receivable

CN¥97.50B

+28.7%

Inventory

CN¥4.12B

+14.7%

Long Term Debt

CN¥23.70B

-38.2%

Short Term Debt

CN¥39.70B

+28.7%

Return on Assets

3.36%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

5.84%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

CN¥27.08B

+16.9%

Operating Cash Flow

CN¥38.98B

+6.2%

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Questions About 0728

What is the current price of China Telecom?

China Telecom is trading at HK$4.74 per share.

What is the 52-week range for China Telecom?

Over the past 52 weeks, China Telecom has traded between HK$4.24 and HK$6.08.

How much debt does China Telecom have?

As of the most recent reporting period, China Telecom reported total debt of CN¥73.29B.

How much cash does China Telecom have on hand?

China Telecom reported CN¥75.00B in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is China Telecom’s dividend yield?

China Telecom currently has a dividend yield of 6.11%.

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