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IHS Holding Ltd (IHS)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
07/14/2025: IHS (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
7 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $8.39
1 Year Target Price $8.39
| 4 | Strong Buy |
| 2 | Buy |
| 1 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -26.15% | Avg. Invested days 31 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 07/14/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 2.00B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 8.39 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 8.39 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 7 | Beta 0.86 | 52 Weeks Range 2.44 - 6.43 | Updated Date 07/13/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 2.44 - 6.43 | Updated Date 07/13/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.13 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -2.63% | Operating Margin (TTM) 37.74% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 8.05% | Return on Equity (TTM) -6379.67% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 18.87 | Enterprise Value 5328106483 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.15 |
Enterprise Value 5328106483 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.15 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.07 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 6.41 | Shares Outstanding 335520992 | Shares Floating 126081133 |
Shares Outstanding 335520992 | Shares Floating 126081133 | ||
Percent Insiders 31.83 | Percent Institutions 45.44 |
Upturn AI SWOT
IHS Holding Ltd
Company Overview
History and Background
IHS Holding Ltd was founded in 2001. Initially focused on telecoms infrastructure in Nigeria, it has expanded across Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East, becoming one of the largest independent tower operators globally. It listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in October 2021.
Core Business Areas
- Tower Leasing: IHS leases space on its towers to mobile network operators (MNOs) and other telecommunications service providers. This is their primary source of revenue.
- Managed Services: IHS provides a range of managed services to MNOs, including tower operations, maintenance, and monitoring.
- Colocation: IHS provides infrastructure to host multiple tenants' equipment on its towers.
- New Sites: IHS builds new towers and telecommunications infrastructure for MNOs.
Leadership and Structure
Sam Darwish is the Chairman and CEO. The company has a board of directors comprising individuals with experience in telecommunications, finance, and investment. The organizational structure is regional, with operations managed across different geographic areas.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Tower Leasing: This is IHS's core product, providing space on towers to MNOs. They are a major market player in Africa, Latam and the Middle East. Competitors include American Tower, Helios Towers, and Eaton Towers. Revenue figures specific to individual services are not publicly broken down.
- Colocation Services: Providing space for multiple tenants on towers, increasing efficiency. Competitors include the companies listed above for Tower Leasing.
- Managed Services: Operations and maintenance of tower infrastructure, offering a complete solution for MNOs.Competitors include the companies listed above for Tower Leasing.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The telecommunications infrastructure industry is growing, driven by increased demand for mobile data and the expansion of network coverage, particularly in emerging markets. 5G deployment is a major catalyst.
Positioning
IHS is a leading independent tower operator, particularly strong in Africa. Its competitive advantages include a large tower portfolio, established relationships with MNOs, and expertise in operating in challenging environments.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global tower market is expected to reach hundreds of billions of dollars. IHS is positioned to capture a significant portion of this TAM through expansion and organic growth.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Large tower portfolio
- Strong relationships with MNOs
- Experience in emerging markets
- Operational expertise
- Geographic diversity
Weaknesses
- High debt levels
- Dependence on MNO spending
- Exposure to currency fluctuations
- Limited presence in developed markets
- Reliance on a few key customers
Opportunities
- Expansion into new markets
- Increased demand for data
- 5G deployment
- Acquisitions of smaller tower operators
- Growth in renewable energy solutions for towers
Threats
- Increased competition
- Technological changes
- Political and economic instability
- Regulation
- MNO consolidation
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- AMT
- SBAC
- CCI
- EQIX
- DLR
Competitive Landscape
IHS faces competition from larger, more established players like American Tower, and smaller regional companies. IHS's focus on emerging markets provides a niche, but it also brings challenges related to political and economic instability.
Major Acquisitions
Centennial Towers Holding
- Year: 2020
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 263
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded IHS's presence in Brazil and Colombia.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: IHS has grown through acquisitions and organic expansion, particularly in Africa and Latin America.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth driven by increasing data demand and 5G deployments. Projections vary based on market conditions and strategic initiatives.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding into new markets, investing in renewable energy solutions, and focusing on operational efficiency.
Summary
IHS Holding is a prominent player in the telecommunications infrastructure sector, particularly in emerging markets. Their strength lies in geographic diversity and established relationships with MNOs. However, IHS carries significant debt and faces competition. Future growth depends on capitalizing on the 5G deployment and expanding into new regions.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- IHS Holding Ltd. Investor Relations
- Company Filings (SEC)
- Market Research Reports
- Analyst Estimates
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on individual research and consultation with a qualified financial advisor. Market data is subject to change.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About IHS Holding Ltd
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date 2021-10-14 | Chairman & Group CEO Engineer Sam Darwish | ||
Sector Communication Services | Industry Telecom Services | Full time employees 2864 | Website https://www.ihstowers.com |
Full time employees 2864 | Website https://www.ihstowers.com | ||
IHS Holding Limited, together with its subsidiaries, develops, owns, and operates shared communications infrastructure in Nigeria, Sub-Saharan Africa, the Middle East and North Africa, and Latin America. It offers colocation and lease agreement, build-to-suit, in-building, small cell, fiber connectivity, and rural telephony solutions to mobile network operators, internet service providers, security functions, and private corporations. IHS Holding Limited was founded in 2001 and is based in London, the United Kingdom.
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