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Telefonica Brasil
(NYSE:VIV)
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Rating:72Outperform
Price Target:
$13.00
▲(11.59% Upside)
Action:Reiterated
Date:07/31/26
The score is driven primarily by solid financial fundamentals (strong revenue growth, healthy profitability, and conservative leverage) and a supportive earnings-call backdrop emphasizing cash generation and shareholder returns. These positives are partially offset by weak technicals (price below major moving averages) and some fundamental watch-items around gross-margin compression and cash conversion, while valuation is helped by the high dividend yield.
Positive Factors
Recurring Revenue Growth
Strong recurring-service growth supports durable revenue visibility. Mobile postpaid, fixed broadband and enterprise services deepen customer relationships, while the high recurring share reduces dependence on volatile equipment sales.
Negative Factors
Gross Margin Compression
The sustained gap between current and prior gross margins signals pressure from costs, pricing or business mix. If it persists, it could limit the company’s ability to convert revenue growth into proportional profit expansion.
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Positive Factors
Negative Factors
Recurring Revenue Growth
Strong recurring-service growth supports durable revenue visibility. Mobile postpaid, fixed broadband and enterprise services deepen customer relationships, while the high recurring share reduces dependence on volatile equipment sales.
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Telefonica Brasil (VIV) vs. SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY)
Market Cap
$18.72B
Dividend Yield7.63%
Average Volume (3M)1.05M
Price to Earnings (P/E)14.3
Beta (1Y)0.07
Revenue Growth16.10%
EPS Growth24.13%
CountryUS
Employees32,759
SectorCommunication Services
Sector Strength97
IndustryTelecommunications Services
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)4.13
Shares Outstanding1,613,273,300
10 Day Avg. Volume1,119,963
30 Day Avg. Volume1,051,743
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio1.45
Price to Book (P/B)1.52
Price to Sales (P/S)1.79
P/FCF Ratio9.30
Enterprise Value/Market Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$15.00Price Target Upside28.76% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Sell
Number of Analyst Covering3
EPS Forecast (FY)0.96
Revenue Forecast (FY)$12.36B
Telefonica Brasil Business Overview & Revenue Model
Company Description
Telefônica Brasil S.A. operates as a prominent telecommunications provider in Brazil, offering an extensive range of mobile and fixed-line services to both individual consumers and business clients. Its landline telephony services include local, d...
How the Company Makes Money
Telefônica Brasil makes money mainly by charging recurring fees for telecommunications connectivity and related services, complemented by equipment sales and enterprise solutions. The largest revenue driver is typically service revenue from mobile...
Telefonica Brasil Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:Jul 27, 2026
(Q2-2026)
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Next Earnings Date:Nov 10, 2026
Earnings Call Sentiment Positive
The earnings call presented a strongly positive operational and financial picture: revenue growth above inflation, double-digit EBITDA expansion, robust cash generation, meaningful fiber and mobile subscriber growth, accelerating digital/B2B revenues, and continued shareholder returns and ESG progress. Challenges were acknowledged but primarily tactical or timing-related: higher COGS tied to device sales, asset‑sale execution lagging targets, competitive pressures in prepaid/entry segments, and quarter-to-quarter CapEx/lease phasing. On balance the positives (broad-based revenue growth, margin expansion, cash flow strength, and strategic momentum across fiber, 5G and digital services) outweigh the noted lowlights.Positive Updates
Revenue Growth Above Inflation
Total revenue increased 7.6% year-over-year in the quarter, with mobile service revenues up 6.6% and fixed revenues up 6.0%, demonstrating top-line growth above inflation.
Negative Updates
Higher Cost of Goods Sold Driven by Device Sales
Total costs rose 5.3% YoY with cost of services and goods sold up 10.2% YoY, largely driven by increased handset and electronics sales—a mix effect that raises COGS even as it supports customer acquisition.
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Q2-2026 Updates
Positive
Negative
Revenue Growth Above Inflation
Total revenue increased 7.6% year-over-year in the quarter, with mobile service revenues up 6.6% and fixed revenues up 6.0%, demonstrating top-line growth above inflation.
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Company Guidance
Management reaffirmed its shareholder‑return and capital‑allocation guidance: Vivo has disbursed BRL 7.0 billion YTD (up 32% YoY), declared BRL 2.2 billion in interest on capital to be paid by early‑2027 (up 34.5% YoY), maintains a share‑buyback program of up to BRL 1.0 billion through Feb‑2027, and is committed to distributing at least 100% of 2026 net income. They expect continued acceleration of asset‑sale monetization to support earnings (targeting BRL 4.5 billion total—BRL 3.0 billion copper and BRL 1.5 billion real‑estate), with roughly BRL 443 million of copper proceeds YTD (BRL 86m in Q1 → BRL 201.5m in Q2; Q2 copper proceeds ~BRL 202m) and BRL 206 million of real‑estate sales so far and further activity expected in H2. Financially they highlighted H1 operating cash flow before leases of BRL 8.2 billion (+11.3% YoY), free cash flow of BRL 4.9 billion, H1 net income BRL 2.8 billion (+17.9%), EBITDA up 10.9% YoY with a 41.8% margin, Q2 CapEx of BRL 2.6 billion (16.4% of revenues), net‑debt/EBITDA ~0.4x and lease costs growing only 1.8% YoY—underscoring the company’s commitment to disciplined investment in fiber and 5G while sustaining strong cash returns to shareholders.Telefonica Brasil Financial Statement Overview
Summary
Income Statement
78
Positive
Balance Sheet
80
Positive
Cash Flow
70
Positive
| Breakdown | TTM | Dec 2025 | Dec 2024 | Dec 2023 | Dec 2022 | Dec 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Income Statement | ||||||
| Total Revenue | 61.72B | 58.42B | 55.85B | 52.10B | 48.04B | 44.03B |
| Gross Profit | 32.12B | 23.62B | 24.49B | 22.68B | 20.61B | 19.25B |
| EBITDA | 25.34B | 24.24B | 21.54B | 19.52B | 17.84B | 18.19B |
| Net Income | 6.60B | 6.05B | 5.55B | 5.03B | 4.09B | 6.24B |
Balance Sheet | ||||||
| Total Assets | 128.91B | 128.01B | 124.94B | 120.74B | 119.12B | 115.74B |
| Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments | 8.48B | 7.24B | 6.69B | 4.36B | 2.27B | 6.45B |
| Total Debt | 19.72B | 20.35B | 20.75B | 18.74B | 19.30B | 16.93B |
| Total Liabilities | 63.21B | 59.04B | 55.36B | 51.11B | 50.67B | 45.66B |
| Stockholders Equity | 65.43B | 68.69B | 69.73B | 69.57B | 68.40B | 70.01B |
Cash Flow | ||||||
| Free Cash Flow | 10.85B | 11.26B | 10.55B | 9.97B | 9.05B | 8.79B |
| Operating Cash Flow | 20.41B | 20.72B | 19.88B | 18.79B | 18.94B | 18.09B |
| Investing Cash Flow | -10.05B | -10.02B | -8.91B | -7.85B | -14.20B | -8.13B |
| Financing Cash Flow | -11.28B | -10.36B | -8.63B | -8.85B | -8.91B | -9.26B |
Telefonica Brasil Technical Analysis
Negative
11.65
Price Trends
12.71
Negative
13.53
Negative
13.45
Negative
Market Momentum
-0.43
Negative
34.53
Neutral
65.24
Neutral
Evaluating momentum and price trends is crucial in stock analysis to make informed investment decisions. For VIV, the sentiment is Negative. The current price of 11.65 is below the 20-day moving average (MA) of 11.72, below the 50-day MA of 12.71, and below the 200-day MA of 13.45, indicating a bearish trend. The MACD of -0.43 indicates Negative momentum. The RSI at 34.53 is Neutral, neither overbought nor oversold. The STOCH value of 65.24 is Neutral, not indicating any strong overbought or oversold conditions. Overall, these indicators collectively point to a Negative sentiment for VIV.
Telefonica Brasil Risk Analysis
Telefonica Brasil disclosed 39 risk factors in its most recent earnings report. Telefonica Brasil reported the most risks in the "Legal & Regulatory" category.
Finance & Corporate - Financial and accounting risks. Risks related to the execution of corporate activity and strategy
Latest Risks Added 1 New Risks
1.
Failure to comply with the conditions set forth in our Self-Composition Agreement may materially and adversely affect our results of operations Q4, 2025
Telefonica Brasil Peers Comparison
UnderperformOutperform
Sector (60)
Name | Overall Rating | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | ROE | Dividend Yield | Revenue Growth | EPS Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
82 Outperform | $8.68B | 10.18 | 17.54% | 6.52% | 13.99% | 29.93% | |
78 Outperform | $72.48B | 13.31 | 21.99% | 2.28% | 13.40% | 75.68% | |
72 Outperform | $18.72B | 14.27 | 9.70% | 5.69% | 16.10% | 24.13% | |
71 Outperform | $14.55B | 15.07 | 13.16% | 8.52% | -3.37% | -27.49% | |
63 Neutral | $37.03B | -69.35 | -0.79% | 3.59% | 16.69% | 87.12% | |
60 Neutral | $48.67B | 4.58 | -11.27% | 4.14% | 2.83% | -41.78% |
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Telefonica Brasil Corporate Events
Telefônica Brasil Updates Board Governance Rules in July 2026 SEC Filing
Jul 27, 2026
In July 2026, Telefônica Brasil filed a Form 6-K in the United States to disclose updated internal regulations for its board of directors and technical and consulting committees. The document formalizes how the board conducts the company̵...
Telefônica Brasil Board Backs Climate, Human Rights and AI Governance Overhaul
Jul 27, 2026
On July 23, 2026, Telefônica Brasil’s board of directors met in Madrid and approved the company’s 2026 Climate Action Plan, reinforcing its environmental strategy and formalizing governance over climate-related initiatives. This d...
Telefônica Brasil Posts Strong 2Q26 Growth and Boosts Shareholder Payouts
Jul 27, 2026
In the second quarter of 2026, Telefônica Brasil reported continued expansion of its customer base and networks, ending the period with 118.8 million accesses, up 2.3% year-on-year. Mobile accesses rose 2.6% to 105.1 million, supported by 73....
Telefônica Brasil Approves R$500 Million Interest on Capital Distribution
Jul 17, 2026
On July 16, 2026, Telefônica Brasil’s board approved the distribution of R$500 million in interest on capital to shareholders, based on the June 30, 2026 balance sheet and subject to a standard 17.5% withholding tax. The IoC, equivalent...
Telefônica Brasil Board Approves R$500 Million Interest on Capital Distribution
Jul 17, 2026
On July 16, 2026, Telefônica Brasil’s board of directors met remotely in São Paulo and unanimously approved a substantial interest on capital (IoC) distribution based on its June 30, 2026 balance sheet. The decision underscores the...
Telefônica Brasil Fiscal Council Backs R$500 Million Interest on Capital Distribution
Jul 17, 2026
On July 14, 2026, Telefônica Brasil’s Fiscal Council met remotely in São Paulo and unanimously endorsed a proposal to distribute R$500 million in interest on capital to shareholders, based on the company’s June 30, 2026 balan...
Telefônica Brasil Streamlines Cybersecurity Operations with July 1 Merger
Jul 1, 2026
On July 1, 2026, Telefônica Brasil announced that its indirectly controlled subsidiary Telefônica Infraestrutura e Segurança (TIS) merged its wholly owned unit Telefônica Cibersegurança e Tecnologia do Brasil (Cyberco Bras...
Telefônica Brasil Board Backs Merger of Fiber Subsidiary Fibrasil to Streamline Structure
Jun 17, 2026
On June 16, 2026, Telefônica Brasil’s board met remotely and approved the merger of its wholly owned subsidiary Fibrasil Infraestrutura e Fibra Ótica S.A. into the parent company, aiming to streamline its telecommunications infrast...
Telefônica Brasil Fiscal Council Backs Merger of Fiber Unit Fibrasil Into Parent
Jun 17, 2026
On June 15, 2026, Telefônica Brasil’s Fiscal Council met remotely and reviewed management’s proposal to merge Fibrasil Infraestrutura e Fibra Ótica S.A., a wholly owned fiber subsidiary, into the parent company as part of a s...
Telefônica Brasil Committee Backs Merger of Fiber Subsidiary Fibrasil
Jun 17, 2026
On June 16, 2026, Telefônica Brasil’s Audit and Control Committee met remotely in São Paulo and reviewed a proposal to merge Fibrasil Infraestrutura e Fibra Ótica, a wholly owned subsidiary, into the parent company as part of ...
Telefônica Brasil Moves to Merge Fiber Subsidiary Fibrasil to Streamline Infrastructure Operations
Jun 17, 2026
On June 2026, Telefônica Brasil announced that its board had approved the merger of its wholly owned subsidiary Fibrasil Infraestrutura e Fibra Ótica S.A., a provider of wholesale neutral fiber‑optic infrastructure, into the parent...
Telefônica Brasil Calls July 31 EGM to Approve Fibrasil Fiber Merger
Jun 17, 2026
Telefônica Brasil S.A. has called an Extraordinary Shareholders’ Meeting for July 31, 2026, at its São Paulo headquarters to vote on the merger of Fibrasil Infraestrutura e Fibra Ótica S.A. into the company, a move that consol...
Telefônica Brasil Fiscal Council Backs R$230 Million Interest-on-Capital Distribution
Jun 16, 2026
At a remote meeting held on June 12, 2026, Telefônica Brasil’s Fiscal Council reviewed and unanimously endorsed a proposal to declare R$230 million in interest on capital, based on the balance sheet of May 31, 2026. The proposed distrib...
Telefônica Brasil Board Approves R$230 Million Interest on Capital Distribution
Jun 16, 2026
At its 527th board meeting held remotely on June 15, 2026, Telefônica Brasil’s board approved the declaration of R$230 million in interest on capital, based on the balance sheet dated May 31, 2026. The approved distribution corresponds ...
Telefônica Brasil Approves R$230 Million Interest on Capital Distribution
Jun 16, 2026
Telefônica Brasil’s board of directors on June 15, 2026, approved the distribution of R$230 million in interest on capital, based on the May 31, 2026 balance sheet, equivalent to a gross R$0.07197382114 per share and a net R$0.059378402...
Telefônica Brasil Confirms Unchanged Interest on Capital Per Share and Record Date
May 27, 2026
On May 27, 2026, Telefônica Brasil confirmed to the market that the amount of interest on capital approved by its board on May 15, 2026 remains unchanged, as the company carried out no share acquisitions, divestitures or cancellations under i...
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