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Turkcell Iletisim Hizmetleri AS (TKC)

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$6.05
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Upturn Advisory Summary

06/30/2025: TKC (4-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Above Average Performance

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Number of Analysts

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1 Analysts rated it

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1 Year Target Price $8.38

1 Year Target Price $8.38

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$8.38Target price
Low$5.48
Current$6.05
high$7.77

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 51.97%
Avg. Invested days 54
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Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 4.94B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 17.72
1Y Target Price 8.38
Price to earnings Ratio 17.72
1Y Target Price 8.38
Volume (30-day avg) 1
Beta 0.65
52 Weeks Range 5.48 - 7.77
Updated Date 06/30/2025
52 Weeks Range 5.48 - 7.77
Updated Date 06/30/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 4.22%
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.32

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date -
When -
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Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin 13.35%
Operating Margin (TTM) 39.81%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 8.75%
Return on Equity (TTM) 6.39%

Valuation

Trailing PE 17.72
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 5804122544
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.03
Enterprise Value 5804122544
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.03
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.34
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 3.04
Shares Outstanding 871414976
Shares Floating 733411026
Shares Outstanding 871414976
Shares Floating 733411026
Percent Insiders -
Percent Institutions 3.94

Analyst Ratings

Rating 1
Target Price 8.38
Buy -
Strong Buy 1
Buy -
Strong Buy 1
Hold -
Sell -
Strong Sell -
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Turkcell Iletisim Hizmetleri AS

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Turkcell Iletisim Hizmetleri AS was founded in 1994 and is the leading mobile phone operator in Turkey. It has expanded its services to include fixed broadband, TV, and digital services. Turkcell was one of the first GSM operators in Turkey and has played a significant role in the development of the telecommunications industry in the country.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Mobile Communication Services: Provides a wide range of mobile services, including voice calls, SMS, and mobile data. These services are offered to individual subscribers and corporate clients. The data revenues are continuing to make up a greater percentage of the overall revenue.
  • Fixed Broadband Services: Offers fixed broadband internet access to residential and business customers, delivered through fiber optic and DSL technologies.
  • Digital Services: Provides digital services such as TV+, fizy (music streaming), Dergilik (digital magazine), and BiP (messaging application) and other digital platform services.
  • Corporate Solutions: Provides telecommunication solutions for companies.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The leadership team consists of the CEO, CFO, and other key executives responsible for different business units. The organizational structure is hierarchical, with various departments reporting to the top management. The Board of Directors oversees the management and strategic direction of the company.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Mobile Data: Turkcell's mobile data services are a core offering, providing internet access to millions of users. Turkcell has the largest 4.5G coverage area and is a large promoter of 5G readiness. Competitors are Vodafone Turkey and Turk Telekom. Market share information is in the Market Share section.
  • Digital Services (TV+, fizy, BiP): Turkcell's digital services contribute to the company's revenues and customer engagement. TV+ is a streaming service similar to Netflix, while fizy is a music streaming app like Spotify, and BiP is a messaging app that competes with WhatsApp and Telegram. Number of users and revenue from these products are not consistently published and difficult to obtain. Competitors are Netflix, Spotify, Whatsapp.
  • Fixed Broadband: Turkcell provides fixed broadband through Turkcell Superonline. Key competitors are Turk Telekom.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The telecommunications industry in Turkey is characterized by intense competition, technological advancements (particularly 5G), and increasing demand for data services. The market is regulated by the Information and Communication Technologies Authority (BTK).

Positioning

Turkcell is positioned as the leading mobile operator in Turkey, with a focus on innovation, customer service, and digital transformation. It has a strong brand reputation and extensive network infrastructure.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The Turkish telecommunications market is estimated to be worth tens of billions of US dollars. Turkcell is positioned to capture a significant share of this market through its mobile, fixed broadband, and digital services.

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Strengths

  • Leading market position in Turkey
  • Strong brand reputation
  • Extensive network infrastructure
  • Wide range of products and services
  • Focus on innovation and digital transformation

Weaknesses

  • Exposure to macroeconomic risks in Turkey
  • Regulatory challenges
  • Currency fluctuation risks
  • High capital expenditures

Opportunities

  • Expansion of 5G services
  • Growth in digital services
  • Strategic partnerships and acquisitions
  • Increased demand for data services
  • Growing IoT market

Threats

  • Intense competition
  • Economic instability in Turkey
  • Technological disruptions
  • Cybersecurity risks
  • Changing regulatory landscape

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • Vodafone Turkey (Not Traded on US exchange)
  • Turk Telekom (TTKOM.IS)

Competitive Landscape

Turkcell has a competitive advantage due to its leading market position and brand recognition. However, it faces strong competition from Vodafone Turkey and Turk Telekom, particularly in mobile and fixed broadband services. Each competitor focuses on different segments and pricing strategies.

Major Acquisitions

Fizy

  • Year: 2008
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions):
  • Strategic Rationale: Acquired to expand digital services offerings and strengthen its position in the music streaming market.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Growth trends are difficult to assess due to the inconsistent availability of financial data.

Future Projections: Future projections are difficult to generate without consistent financial data.

Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include investments in 5G technology, expansion of digital services, and partnerships with technology companies.

Summary

Turkcell is a leading telecommunications operator in Turkey with a strong market position and brand recognition. It is investing in 5G and digital services to drive future growth. However, it faces competition and macroeconomic risks in Turkey. Consistent financial data is difficult to obtain making accurate financial assessments challenging.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Turkcell Investor Relations
  • Industry Reports
  • News Articles

Disclaimers:

The data and analysis provided are based on publicly available information and are subject to change. Market share data is estimated. Financial data accuracy is limited by the company's reporting and currency fluctuations. This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice.

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About Turkcell Iletisim Hizmetleri AS

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters -
IPO Launch date 2000-07-11
CEO -
Sector Communication Services
Industry Telecom Services
Full time employees -
Full time employees -

Turkcell Iletisim Hizmetleri A.S., together with its subsidiaries, provides converged telecommunication and technology services in Turkey, Belarus, Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, and the Netherlands. It operates through the Turkcell Turkiye, Turkcell International, and Techfin segments. The company offers voice services; international roaming services; mobile services, including wholesale IoT and access and call origination services; and tower and satellite services. It also provides fixed data services, such as capacity, IP, ethernet, manageable network, hosting and data center, wholesale fiber data flow access services, and security services, as well as digital services. In addition, the company is involved in information technology, value added GSM services, and entertainment investments; telecommunications, television, and content services; property investments; trade, wholesale, and retail of electricity; insurance agency activities; telecommunications infrastructure and investment; and customer relations and human resources management. Further, it offers consumer financing services; cloud solutions services; online radio, television, and on-demand streaming services; radio, television, and on-demand streaming services; and electronic payment services. Turkcell Iletisim Hizmetleri A.S. was incorporated in 1993 and is headquartered in Istanbul, Turkey.