Carrier China Telecom CHA increased first-quarter revenue 15% year over year to CNY 78 billion ($12.6 billion) thanks to strong mobile service revenue and handset sales. EBITDA grew at a much faster pace of 36%, as the firm benefited from scale efficiencies on its 3G network after it acquired the assets from its parent at the end of December. We are maintaining our narrow economic … Continue reading China Telecom Reaps Efficiency Gains in 1Q After 3G Assets Acquisition