Release of 20.10.2026
- Total revenues increased by 4.6%
- Service revenues grew 3.9%, supported by strong growth in CEE
- EBITDA (excl. restructuring) increased by 1.9%
- Outlook raised: Total revenue growth of around 4% (previously 2-3%); CAPEX excluding spectrum and M&A of around EUR 850 million (previously around EUR 750 million)
A1 Group continued its growth path in the third quarter of 2026 and raised its full-year outlook following a strong performance across its CEE markets. Total revenues increased by 4.6% to EUR 1.47 billion, while EBITDA excluding restructuring grew by 1.9% to EUR 595 million.
Alejandro Plater, CEO of A1 Group, comments on the third quarter: "A1 Group continued to grow in the third quarter, with increases in revenues, service revenues and EBITDA. Our CEE operations remain the Group's main growth engine, supported by strong demand for high-speed connectivity, ICT solutions and digital services. The results demonstrate the success of our transformation beyond traditional telecommunications, while investments in next-generation networks and digital infrastructure are creating the foundation for future growth as we translate technological innovations into real value for customers. Based on the results in the first nine months of the year and the positive momentum across our markets, we are raising our outlook for 2026."
Thomas Arnoldner, Deputy CEO of A1 Group, adds: "The strong performance of the first nine months was reflected in continued customer growth and solid financial results. In the third quarter, total revenues increased by 4.6%, service revenues grew by 3.9% and EBITDA rose by 1.9%. Mobile subscribers increased by 14.6% to 33.6 million and fixed-line RGUs by 3.4% to 6.6 million. Net result increased by 1.9% in the third quarter to EUR 195 mn and by 9.9% (to EUR 514 mn) in the first nine months of 2026. In Austria, we continued to navigate a challenging market environment through a strong customer focus and disciplined cost management."