Turkcell Iletisim Hizmetleri A.S. (TCELL) Earnings Call Transcripts

Turkcell Iletisim Hizmetleri A.S.'s Latest Earnings Call - Q1 FY2026

In Q1 2026, Turkcell reported a revenue of TRY 68 billion, reflecting a 9% year-on-year growth, primarily driven by robust performance in digital business services and a strong subscriber acquisition strategy. Net income rose 15% to TRY 4.6 billion, supported by disciplined financial management and a solid EBITDA margin of 41.4%. Management maintained a cautious outlook, indicating that while the current economic environment remains stable, future guidance revisions will depend on inflation trends and geopolitical factors.

Reported metrics

Guidance from management

Management maintained a cautious outlook, indicating that guidance revisions will depend on inflation trends and the geopolitical environment. They noted, "It's really early to say something about the guidance savings revised" and emphasized monitoring the economic conditions in Turkey.

What management said

For the third question, we are closely monitoring the volatility in the global energy market, especially the food prices. while high fuel prices put upward pressure on costs, the actual impact will depend on the conflict situation and the intensity. Currently, it's a little bit early to say, how can I say, estimation for the future, but it depends on the duration of the conflict.

What analysts pressed on

Analysts expressed concerns regarding the slower consumer revenue growth of 3% compared to overall revenue growth. They also inquired about the impact of higher fuel and energy costs on operating expenses, as well as the potential for future pricing adjustments in the mobile segment.

Main topics on the call

• 5G Network Launch — Turkcell successfully launched its nationwide 5G network on March 21, 2026, securing 40% of the 5G spectrum, which positions the company for long-term growth. CEO Ali Koç stated, "We executed with precision at every stag...
• Subscriber Growth — The company achieved 661,000 postpaid net additions, marking its strongest total in 14 quarters. This reflects effective marketing strategies and targeted offers, contributing to a rise in the share of postpaid subscribe...
• Digital Business Services Growth — Digital business services revenues surged by 64% year-on-year, driven by strong hardware sales from corporate projects. This segment accounted for 12% of total revenue, showcasing Turkcell's expanding role as a digital i...
• ARPU Trends — Mobile ARPU remained flat year-on-year due to competitive pricing pressures and inflation impacts. Management indicated that ARPU growth is expected to align with inflation trends, stating, "Our primary objective is to m...

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Earnings Call History

EarningsCalls.dev has 29 Turkcell Iletisim Hizmetleri A.S. earnings call transcripts on record, spanning February 20, 2020 to May 11, 2026. Based on this history, Turkcell Iletisim Hizmetleri A.S. reports quarterly. The most recent call on file is dated May 11, 2026. The full list is below — each row opens the complete, free-to-read transcript.

Ticker

TCELL

Exchange

IBSE

Country

TR

Sector

Communication Services

Industry

Wireless Telecommunication Services

Calls on record

29

First call

February 20, 2020

Most recent

May 11, 2026

Reporting cadence

quarterly