(TEF) Telefonica - Ratings and Ratios

Exchange: NYSE • Country: Spain • Currency: USD • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: US8793822086

Mobile,Internet,Cloud,TV,Data

TEF EPS (Earnings per Share)

EPS (Earnings per Share) of TEF over the last years for every Quarter: "2020-09-30": 0.1515, "2020-12-31": 0.22, "2021-03-31": 0.1811, "2021-06-30": 0.107, "2021-09-30": 0.1385, "2021-12-31": -0.25, "2022-03-31": 0.1248, "2022-06-30": 0.0509, "2022-09-30": 0.0198, "2022-12-31": 0.1272, "2023-03-31": 0.0983, "2023-06-30": 0.06, "2023-09-30": 0.0964, "2023-12-31": -0.4216, "2024-03-31": 0.1025, "2024-06-30": 0.0854, "2024-09-30": 0.002, "2024-12-31": -0.1978, "2025-03-31": 0.0897, "2025-06-30": 0.02,

TEF Revenue

Revenue of TEF over the last years for every Quarter: 2020-09-30: 10461, 2020-12-31: 10909, 2021-03-31: 10340, 2021-06-30: 9965, 2021-09-30: 9298, 2021-12-31: 9674, 2022-03-31: 9410, 2022-06-30: 10040, 2022-09-30: 10343, 2022-12-31: 10200, 2023-03-31: 10045, 2023-06-30: 10133, 2023-09-30: 10321, 2023-12-31: 10153, 2024-03-31: 10140, 2024-06-30: 10255, 2024-09-30: 10023, 2024-12-31: 10897, 2025-03-31: 9221, 2025-06-30: 8792,

Description: TEF Telefonica

Telefonica SA ADR (NYSE:TEF) is a leading telecommunications services provider operating in Europe and Latin America, offering a diverse range of services including mobile, fixed, and broadband services, as well as digital products and solutions. The companys comprehensive portfolio includes voice, data, and internet services, wholesale services for telecommunication operators, and innovative digital services such as artificial intelligence, cloud, security, and big data.

From a financial perspective, Telefonicas market capitalization stands at approximately $29.6 billion USD, indicating its significant presence in the global telecommunications market. The forward Price-to-Earnings ratio is around 17.09, suggesting that investors have certain growth expectations. However, the Return on Equity (RoE) is currently negative at -10.32%, indicating that the company is facing challenges in generating profits for its shareholders.

To further analyze Telefonicas performance, key performance indicators (KPIs) such as revenue growth, EBITDA margin, and debt-to-equity ratio can be examined. The companys revenue growth has been impacted by intense competition and regulatory pressures in its operating markets. The EBITDA margin, which is a measure of profitability, has also been under pressure due to the competitive landscape and investments in new technologies and digital services. Additionally, Telefonicas debt-to-equity ratio is an important metric to monitor, as it indicates the companys leverage and financial flexibility.

From a strategic perspective, Telefonica is focusing on its digital transformation, investing in emerging technologies such as 5G, artificial intelligence, and the Internet of Things (IoT). The companys Aura platform, an artificial-intelligence ecosystem, is a key component of its digital strategy, enabling personalized customer experiences and driving innovation. By leveraging its extensive network and customer base, Telefonica is well-positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for digital services.

TEF Stock Overview

Market Cap in USD 29,939m
Sub-Industry Integrated Telecommunication Services
IPO / Inception 1987-06-11

TEF Stock Ratings

Growth Rating 84.5%
Fundamental 49.2%
Dividend Rating 40.4%
Return 12m vs S&P 500 0.56%
Analyst Rating 3.0 of 5

TEF Dividends

Dividend Yield 12m 6.65%
Yield on Cost 5y 12.86%
Annual Growth 5y -6.87%
Payout Consistency 71.5%
Payout Ratio 111.2%

TEF Growth Ratios

Growth Correlation 3m 64.1%
Growth Correlation 12m 77.1%
Growth Correlation 5y 76.1%
CAGR 5y 22.12%
CAGR/Max DD 3y 1.25
CAGR/Mean DD 3y 5.88
Sharpe Ratio 12m 2.30
Alpha 0.02
Beta 0.948
Volatility 20.32%
Current Volume 548.7k
Average Volume 20d 548.7k
Stop Loss 5.2 (-3.2%)
Signal 0.34

Piotroski VR‑10 (Strict, 0-10) 4.0

Net Income (-2.38b TTM) > 0 and > 6% of Revenue (6% = 2.34b TTM)
FCFTA 0.06 (>2.0%) and ΔFCFTA 0.92pp (YES ≥ +1.0pp, WARN ≥ +0.5pp)
NWC/Revenue -9.92% (prev -11.18%; Δ 1.25pp) (YES ≤20% & Δ≤-1pp; WARN ≤25% & Δ≤0 oder ≤40% & Δ≤-3pp)
CFO/TA 0.11 (>3.0%) and CFO 10.84b > Net Income -2.38b (YES >=105%, WARN >=100%)
Net Debt (1.04b) to EBITDA (12.60b) ratio: 0.08 <= 3.0 (WARN <= 3.5)
Current Ratio 0.85 (target 1.5–3.0; WARN 1.2–<1.5 or >3.0–5.0; CFO/TA gate active)
Outstanding Shares last Quarter (5.64b) change vs 12m ago -0.02% (target <= -2.0% for YES)
Gross Margin 67.75% (prev 21.33%; Δ 46.42pp) >=18% & Δ>=+0.5pp (WARN >=15% & Δ>=0)
Asset Turnover 39.69% (prev 40.14%; Δ -0.45pp) >=50% & Δ>=+2pp (WARN >=35% & Δ>=0)
Interest Coverage Ratio 1.46 (EBITDA TTM 12.60b / Interest Expense TTM 3.00b) >= 6 (WARN >= 3)

Altman Z'' 0.79

(A) -0.04 = (Total Current Assets 21.26b - Total Current Liabilities 25.12b) / Total Assets 94.37b
(B) 0.21 = Retained Earnings (Balance) 19.47b / Total Assets 94.37b
(C) 0.04 = EBIT TTM 4.38b / Avg Total Assets 98.09b
(D) 0.09 = Book Value of Equity 6.38b / Total Liabilities 73.39b
Total Rating: 0.79 = (6.56 * A) + (3.26 * B) + (6.72 * C) + (1.05 * D)

ValueRay F-Score (Strict, 0-100) 49.19

1. Piotroski 4.0pt = -1.0
2. FCF Yield 20.15% = 5.0
3. FCF Margin 13.75% = 3.44
4. Debt/Equity 0.44 = 2.41
5. Debt/Ebitda 0.60 = 2.23
6. ROIC - WACC (= -4.96)% = -6.20
7. RoE -12.39% = -2.07
8. Rev. Trend -49.74% = -3.73
9. EPS Trend -17.72% = -0.89

What is the price of TEF shares?

As of September 17, 2025, the stock is trading at USD 5.37 with a total of 548,749 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by +0.00%, over one month by -4.96%, over three months by +2.91% and over the past year by +19.39%.

Is Telefonica a good stock to buy?

No, based on ValueRay´s Fundamental Analyses, Telefonica (NYSE:TEF) is currently (September 2025) a stock to sell. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of 49.19 and therefor a negative outlook according to the companies health.
Based on momentum, paid dividends and discounted-cash-flow analyses, the fair value of TEF is around 5.71 USD . This means that TEF is currently overvalued and has a potential downside of 6.33%.

Is TEF a buy, sell or hold?

Telefonica has received a consensus analysts rating of 3.00. Therefor, it is recommend to hold TEF.
  • Strong Buy: 0
  • Buy: 0
  • Hold: 2
  • Sell: 0
  • Strong Sell: 0

What are the forecasts/targets for the TEF price?

Issuer Target Up/Down from current
Wallstreet Target Price 5.2 -3.2%
Analysts Target Price 5.2 -3.2%
ValueRay Target Price 6.5 21%

Last update: 2025-09-12 04:46

TEF Fundamental Data Overview

Market Cap EUR = 25.52b (29.94b USD * 0.8524 USD.EUR)
CCE Cash And Equivalents = 6.50b EUR (last quarter)
P/E Forward = 16.6667
P/S = 0.7208
P/B = 1.4692
P/EG = 0.3998
Beta = 0.597
Revenue TTM = 38.93b EUR
EBIT TTM = 4.38b EUR
EBITDA TTM = 12.60b EUR
Long Term Debt = 5.51b EUR (from longTermDebtTotal, last quarter)
Short Term Debt = 2.04b EUR (from shortTermDebt, last quarter)
Debt = 7.55b EUR (Calculated: Short Term 2.04b + Long Term 5.51b)
Net Debt = 1.04b EUR (from netDebt column, last quarter)
Enterprise Value = 26.56b EUR (25.52b + Debt 7.55b - CCE 6.50b)
Interest Coverage Ratio = 1.46 (Ebit TTM 4.38b / Interest Expense TTM 3.00b)
FCF Yield = 20.15% (FCF TTM 5.35b / Enterprise Value 26.56b)
FCF Margin = 13.75% (FCF TTM 5.35b / Revenue TTM 38.93b)
Net Margin = -6.12% (Net Income TTM -2.38b / Revenue TTM 38.93b)
Gross Margin = 67.75% ((Revenue TTM 38.93b - Cost of Revenue TTM 12.56b) / Revenue TTM)
Tobins Q-Ratio = 4.17 (Enterprise Value 26.56b / Book Value Of Equity 6.38b)
Interest Expense / Debt = 39.73% (Interest Expense 3.00b / Debt 7.55b)
Taxrate = 62.48% (348.0m / 557.0m)
NOPAT = 1.64b (EBIT 4.38b * (1 - 62.48%))
Current Ratio = 0.85 (Total Current Assets 21.26b / Total Current Liabilities 25.12b)
Debt / Equity = 0.44 (Debt 7.55b / last Quarter total Stockholder Equity 17.28b)
Debt / EBITDA = 0.60 (Net Debt 1.04b / EBITDA 12.60b)
Debt / FCF = 1.41 (Debt 7.55b / FCF TTM 5.35b)
Total Stockholder Equity = 19.23b (last 4 quarters mean)
RoA = -2.53% (Net Income -2.38b, Total Assets 94.37b )
RoE = -12.39% (Net Income TTM -2.38b / Total Stockholder Equity 19.23b)
RoCE = 17.69% (Ebit 4.38b / (Equity 19.23b + L.T.Debt 5.51b))
RoIC = 5.78% (NOPAT 1.64b / Invested Capital 28.41b)
WACC = 10.74% (E(25.52b)/V(33.07b) * Re(9.51%)) + (D(7.55b)/V(33.07b) * Rd(39.73%) * (1-Tc(0.62)))
Shares Correlation 3-Years: -68.70 | Cagr: -1.38%
Discount Rate = 9.51% (= CAPM, Blume Beta Adj.)
[DCF Debug] Terminal Value 75.33% ; FCFE base≈5.15b ; Y1≈5.91b ; Y5≈8.27b
Fair Price DCF = 19.56 (DCF Value 110.26b / Shares Outstanding 5.64b; 5y FCF grow 17.34% → 3.0% )
EPS Correlation: -17.72 | EPS CAGR: 0.37% | SUE: -0.77 | # QB: 0
Revenue Correlation: -49.74 | Revenue CAGR: -5.74% | SUE: N/A | # QB: None

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