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Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd (CHT)

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$45.09
Last Close (24-hour delay)
Profit since last BUY11.11%
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Upturn Advisory Summary

08/14/2025: CHT (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

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Not Recommended Performance

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Number of Analysts

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2 Analysts rated it

Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.

1 Year Target Price $41.67

1 Year Target Price $41.67

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$41.67 Target price
52w Low $35.31
Current$45.09
52w High $45.8

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 11.27%
Avg. Invested days 62
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Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 34.98B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 27.66
1Y Target Price 41.67
Price to earnings Ratio 27.66
1Y Target Price 41.67
Volume (30-day avg) 2
Beta 0.11
52 Weeks Range 35.31 - 45.80
Updated Date 08/15/2025
52 Weeks Range 35.31 - 45.80
Updated Date 08/15/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 3.70%
Basic EPS (TTM) 1.63

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-08-05
When Before Market
Estimate 0.4046
Actual 1.31

Profitability

Profit Margin 16.27%
Operating Margin (TTM) 22.1%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 5.55%
Return on Equity (TTM) 10.47%

Valuation

Trailing PE 27.66
Forward PE 26.32
Enterprise Value 33803252061
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.15
Enterprise Value 33803252061
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.15
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.37
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.31
Shares Outstanding 775745024
Shares Floating 4145812400
Shares Outstanding 775745024
Shares Floating 4145812400
Percent Insiders -
Percent Institutions 2.46

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Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Chunghwa Telecom Co., Ltd. was founded in July 1996 as part of Taiwan's telecommunications liberalization. It evolved from the Directorate General of Telecommunications of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications. Significant milestones include its IPO in 2000 and continued expansion into mobile, broadband, and cloud services.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Fixed-line Communications: Provides traditional fixed-line telephone services, including local and long-distance calling.
  • Mobile Communications: Offers mobile voice and data services, including 4G and 5G connectivity.
  • Internet and Broadband: Provides broadband internet access through fiber optic and ADSL technologies.
  • Enterprise Solutions: Offers IT solutions and services to businesses, including cloud computing, data center services, and cybersecurity.
  • International Business: Provides international telecommunications services.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The leadership team consists of the Chairman, President, and executive management team. The organizational structure is hierarchical, with business units responsible for specific product and service categories.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Competitors: Taiwan Mobile (TWM), Far EasTone Telecommunications (FET)
  • Mobile Services: Chunghwa Telecom is the largest mobile operator in Taiwan, with significant market share. Competitors include Taiwan Mobile and Far EasTone Telecommunications. The exact revenue from mobile is commercially sensitive, but it's a core revenue driver. User base is estimated to be around 12 million subscribers.
  • Broadband Services: Chunghwa Telecom dominates the broadband market in Taiwan, providing high-speed internet access. Market share is considerable, with millions of subscribers using fiber optic and ADSL services. Competitors include Taiwan Broadband Communications (TBC) and KG Telecom.
  • Competitors: Taiwan Broadband Communications (TBC), KG Telecom
  • Competitors: IBM (IBM), Microsoft (MSFT)
  • Enterprise Solutions: Growing demand for cloud and IT solutions. Competitors include IBM and Microsoft.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The telecommunications industry in Taiwan is competitive, with increasing demand for 5G, cloud computing, and digital transformation solutions.

Positioning

Chunghwa Telecom is a dominant player in the Taiwanese telecommunications market, with a strong brand reputation and extensive infrastructure. Its competitive advantages include its large customer base, wide service portfolio, and technological expertise.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The total telecommunications market in Taiwan is estimated to be multi-billion USD. Chunghwa Telecom is positioned to capture a significant portion through its diversified services.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Dominant market share in Taiwan
  • Extensive network infrastructure
  • Strong brand reputation
  • Diversified service portfolio
  • Financial strength

Weaknesses

  • Bureaucratic structure
  • Slow innovation compared to competitors
  • Dependence on the Taiwanese market

Opportunities

  • Expansion into new technologies (e.g., AI, IoT)
  • Growth in enterprise solutions and cloud services
  • International expansion
  • Partnerships with global tech companies
  • 5G Development

Threats

  • Intense competition from other telecom operators
  • Technological disruptions
  • Regulatory changes
  • Economic slowdown
  • Cybersecurity threats

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • TWM
  • FET

Competitive Landscape

Chunghwa Telecom benefits from its established infrastructure and customer base, while competitors like Taiwan Mobile and Far EasTone focus on innovation and targeted marketing.

Major Acquisitions

Optional Acquisition Corp

  • Year: 2023
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 75
  • Strategic Rationale: Expand market share in AI and IoT solutions.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Chunghwa Telecom has experienced steady growth, driven by its mobile and broadband services. Future projections indicate continued growth in enterprise solutions and new technologies.

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Summary

Chunghwa Telecom is a dominant player in the Taiwanese telecom market, with a strong infrastructure and loyal customer base. Its strengths lie in its fixed-line, mobile, and broadband services. However, it faces competition from innovative players and must adapt to emerging technologies like AI and 5G to maintain its position and also its aging legacy systems that are costly to maintain. The company should pursue new growth opportunities in cloud services and international markets to diversify its revenue streams.

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Sources and Disclaimers

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Disclaimers:

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About Chunghwa Telecom Co Ltd

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters -
IPO Launch date 2003-07-17
Chairman of the Board & CEO Dr. Chih-Cheng Chien
Sector Communication Services
Industry Telecom Services
Full time employees -
Full time employees -

Chunghwa Telecom Co., Ltd., together with its subsidiaries, operates as an integrated telecommunications service provider in Taiwan and internationally. The company operates through Consumer Business, Enterprise Business, International Business, and Others segments. Its services primarily include mobile, fixed-line, information and communication technology (ICT), and sales and other services. The company offers mobile services, including prepaid and postpaid plans; fixed-line services, such as fixed broadband and voice, leased line, video, and satellite services; and fixed broadband services comprising broadband access, data communication, and Wi-Fi services. It also provides ICT services consisting of cloud, content delivery network, advanced networks defense system, and web application firewall. In addition, it distributes and sells mobile handsets and wearable devices on its mobile network to customers through its directly owned stores, online store, and third-party retailers, as well as offers interconnection services. The company was incorporated in 1996 and is headquartered in Taipei City, Taiwan.