In our view, operators will look to expand their 3G footprint wherever possible in the forthcoming 900MHz Spectrum Auction. The key factor here would be to check if the operator already holds 3G spectrum in the 2100Mhz band. If so, their incentive to bid for 900Mhz could be lower. TheContinue Reading
In the TRAI open house discussion on “Spectrum valuation for licenses expiring in 2015 and 2016“, there was a consensus among all telecom stakeholders that the amount of spectrum put for auction is inadequate. TRAI has already indicated that more spectrum should be made available. All telcos made recorded statementsContinue Reading
The government yesterday cleared the auction for 900MHz Spectrum. In Delhi 900 auctions (16MHz on offer), holders Airtel and Vodafone should shut out challengers and each retain their entire 8MHz. It’ll be surprising to see if they reduced their stakes let a new holder take a head start in 900Continue Reading
China Unicom believes 3G growth will accelerate in 2013 given major improvements in handsets / smartphones, product offerings, network coverage and branding. The company expects 3G net adds in 2013 to be higher than 2012’s level. Management will focus on increasing mobile scale and quality of customers, and expects high-endContinue Reading
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