Telstra Group Limited (ASX:TLS) Reports H1 2025 Financial Results, Announces Interim Dividend and Share Buyback
Financial Performance
Telstra Group Limited reported a 1.5% increase in revenue to A$11,602 million for the half-year ended 31 December 2024. Profit for the period rose by 7.1% to A$1,115 million, with profit attributable to equity holders increasing by 6.5%.
Operational Achievements
The company achieved strong growth in its mobile segment, InfraCo Fixed EBITDA, and maintained disciplined cost management. Underlying EBITDA increased by 6.0% to A$4.2 billion, reflecting momentum across various business segments including mobiles, InfraCo Fixed, Fixed – Consumer & Small Business, Fixed – Enterprise, and International operations.
Dividend Information
Telstra has declared a fully franked interim dividend of 9.5 cents per ordinary share, representing a 5.6% increase from the prior period. The record date is 27 February 2025, with payments to be made on 28 March 2025. The company expects shares to trade ex-dividend from 26 February 2025. Additionally, Telstra has launched a Dividend Reinvestment Plan (DRP), with the election date set for 28 February 2025.
Share Buyback Program
On 20 February 2025, Telstra announced an on-market share buyback of up to A$750 million. This buyback is enabled by fiscal discipline and a strong balance sheet, supporting earnings and dividend per share growth.
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