Telecommunications

The Ministry of Communications has approved the transfer of control over cellular provider Hot Mobile from Altice to a group led by Delek Retail and the Keystone fund. The deal is valued at 1.8 billion shekels.

The Ministry of Communications has given the green light for the sale of the mobile operator Hot Mobile to Delek Israel, Keystone, and Leumi Partners, after the Competition Authority approved the deal earlier this month. The deal values Hot Mobile at approximately 1.2 billion shekels.

The end of a drama lasting more than a decade: a court in Brazil has finally approved the bankruptcy of telecom giant Oi and rejected the banks' appeals. Despite the collapse, the company will continue to operate temporarily to prevent the shutdown of essential services; initial liquidation procedures have begun.

Altice reports reveal a dual picture in HOT's Israeli operations: EBITDA jumped 6.5% in euro terms, but actually eroded in local currency. We analyze why cash flow improved despite business stagnation.

Partner's revenue fell by 1.5% to 790 million shekels, but operating profit and EBITDA continued to grow. The company crossed the one million 5G subscriber mark for the first time, alongside an increase in internet and television subscribers. The company is awaiting a court ruling on its request to distribute a special dividend.

The telecommunications company managed by Avi Gabay closed a strong quarter with growth in all profit lines and the highest mobile subscriber recruitment in the industry - but at the same time is trying to distribute half a billion shekels to shareholders not from its profits, a move its bondholders have already voted against. What does this mean for the company's financial resilience, and how...

Bezeq has upgraded its 2026 net profit and EBITDA forecasts due to improved business performance. The company now expects net profit to reach between 1.15 and 1.2 billion shekels.

Massive debts of $16.3 billion threaten the collapse of the American cable giant Optimum (formerly Altice). Following an S&P credit rating downgrade, experts are forecasting a potential bankruptcy filing within the year.

Cellcom presented its strongest quarter in 11 years, with a 44% jump in net profit to 92 million shekels and a 26% increase in operating profit. The main improvement stemmed from a sharp increase in equipment sales and continued debt reduction, while service revenues continued to erode and the stock responded with a rise of about 5% in trading.

As part of the launch of an innovative flagship branch in a central location, the company is offering a unique service that allows customers of any carrier to trade in old smartphones for direct payment to their bank account.

Despite competition and war-related challenges, Partner reports a dramatic reduction in net financial debt to 128 million shekels and a positive net gain in television subscribers for the first time in four years. All data is based on financial reports.

Bezeq finished a successful quarter and will distribute 515 million shekels to shareholders: 415 million shekels in cash and 100 million shekels through a share buyback.

After seven years as CEO of Hot Mobile, Ilan Brok has announced his resignation. He will remain in his role until the sale of the company to Delek Israel, Keystone, and Bank Leumi is finalized. During his tenure, the company surpassed 2 million subscribers and achieved significant growth in revenue and profitability.

Nitzan Kidar terminated her contract in 2015, yet HOT kept her registered as a subscriber until 2024. Following an inquiry by mako, the company canceled the debt claim.

The Competition Authority has approved the sale of Hot Mobile. The deal now awaits final approval from the Ministry of Communications, which is currently reviewing the merger.

The group's core revenues — excluding telephony at Bezeq Fixed-Line, cellular services at Pelephone, private customers at Bezeq International, and revenues from Bezeq Online — amounted to approximately 2.03 billion shekels, an increase of about 4%. Total revenues rose by 1.4% to approximately 2.17 billion shekels.

Bezeq published its Q2 2026 results: core revenues rose by 4% to 2.03 billion shekels, and net profit jumped by 38% to 315 million shekels. The company announced a 515 million shekel distribution.

A customer requesting contract termination faced an unexplained rate hike and bureaucratic hurdles. Upon returning her equipment, she discovered that a series of technical failures had resulted in an Execution Office file being opened against her.

The race for the terabit is on: while 5G is still spreading globally, researchers are already developing 6G. This new technology promises speeds of 1 Tbps and near-zero latency, but faces significant physical and infrastructure challenges.

Partner has been selected by the Electra group to build and operate the communications infrastructure for the Gush Dan congestion charge project, set to launch in 2028. The company estimates that the agreement will generate tens of millions of shekels in revenue over the two-decade operating period.

Israel is becoming a key node on the global digital map, connecting Europe and Asia through an optical cable network. How is the AI revolution changing infrastructure requirements, and why is Bezeq planning to become a global player in this field? We discussed the future of network technologies with Tomer Raved, chairman of the Bezeq group.