Helios Towers Plc ( (HTWSF) ) has released its Q2 earnings. Here is a breakdown of the information Helios Towers Plc presented to its investors.
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Helios Towers Plc is a leading independent telecommunications infrastructure company that builds, owns, and operates telecom passive infrastructure across Africa and the Middle East, providing services to mobile network operators. In its latest earnings report for the first half of 2025, Helios Towers reported a strong financial performance with a 9% increase in Adjusted EBITDA and a significant expansion in free cash flow by $40 million year-on-year. The company also achieved a 7% increase in revenue, driven by growth in tenancies, and a 1% increase in operating profit despite higher depreciation costs.
Key financial metrics highlighted in the report include a revenue increase to $418.3 million and an Adjusted EBITDA of $225.5 million, with a margin improvement to 54%. The company’s profit after tax rose to $30.9 million, a significant turnaround from a loss in the previous year, aided by lower finance costs and positive foreign exchange differences. Helios Towers also reported a decrease in net debt and an improvement in its net leverage ratio, reflecting strong cash flow generation and financial stability.
Operationally, Helios Towers expanded its site count to 14,515 and increased tenancies to 30,617, supporting a higher tenancy ratio. The company continues to focus on its ‘2.2x by 2026’ strategy, aiming for further growth and value maximization for stakeholders. The company also maintained its commitment to sustainability, achieving high ESG ratings and inclusion in the FTSE4Good Index.
Looking forward, Helios Towers reaffirms its full-year guidance for 2025, targeting 2,000 to 2,500 tenancy additions and an Adjusted EBITDA between $460 million and $470 million. The company plans to outline its new five-year strategy at the upcoming Capital Markets Day, aiming to continue its growth trajectory and enhance shareholder value.