Steep rise in diesel prices to up network opex for telcos by 7-8%: Analysts | Sharefundss

Steep rise in diesel prices to up network opex for telcos by 7-8%: Analysts

“Diesel costs contribute roughly 8% to telecom companies’ operating expenses for running towers, generators etc….so, these can go up proportionately, but EBITDA (earnings before interest, tax,depreciation and amortization) will not see any dramatic change,” said an analyst who did not wish to be quoted.

 
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