Challenges likely in telecommunications sector


The possible step-up in DNB lease payments could adversely impact telcos' earnings, Maybank IB Research said. — Bloomberg

PETALING JAYA: Challenges are abound in the telecommunications sector this year due to uncertainties pertaining to the phased transition to dual 5G networks.

The possible step-up in Digital Nasional Bhd (DNB) lease payments, for which the timing is still uncertain, could adversely impact telecommunication companies’ (telcos) earnings, said Maybank Investment Bank (Maybank IB) Research.

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