PLDT Inc. operates as a telecommunications company in the Philippines. The company's Wireless segment offers cellular mobile, Internet broadband distribution, operations support, mobile applications and digital platforms development, mobile payment, solutions and systems integration, satellite communications, and satellite information and messaging services. It also operates as a content provider; develops and maintains IT-based solutions for communications and e-commerce platforms; develops financial technology solutions; provides insurance products; markets, sells, and distributes payment solutions and other related services; and sells Wi-Fi access equipment. As of December 31, 2017, this segment served 58,531,262 wireless subscribers. Its Fixed Line segment provides fixed line telecommunications services; business infrastructure and solutions; intelligent data processing and implementation, and data analytics insight generation services; and information and communications infrastructure for Internet-based services, e-commerce, customer relationship management, and information technology (IT) related services. This segment also offers managed IT outsourcing, Internet-based purchasing, IT consulting and professional, bills printing and other related value-added, and air transportation services, as well as distributes Filipino channels and content services. As of December 31, 2017, it had 2,663,210 fixed line subscribers. The company has a strategic partnership with Rocket Internet SE to develop online and mobile payment solutions. The company was formerly known as Philippine Long Distance Telephone Company and changed its name to PLDT Inc. in July 2016. PLDT Inc. was founded in 1928 and is based in Makati City, the Philippines.
Industry, Sector and Symbol
Stock Exchange NYSE
Industry Telephone communication, except radio
Sub-IndustryN/A
SectorComputer and Technology
SymbolNYSE:PHI
CUSIPN/A
Phone632-816-8534
Debt
Debt-to-Equity Ratio1.48
Current Ratio0.75
Quick Ratio0.71
Price-To-Earnings
Trailing P/E Ratio10.11
Forward P/E Ratio11.88
P/E GrowthN/A
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$3.17 billion
Price / Sales1.75
Cash Flow$7.3524 per share
Price / Cash3.49
Book Value$10.14 per share
Price / Book2.53
Profitability
EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)$2.53
Net Income$264.74 million
Net Margins5.24%
Return on Equity20.18%
Return on Assets5.00%
Miscellaneous
Employees17,642
Outstanding Shares216,060,000
Market Cap$5.55 billion
PLDT (NYSE:PHI) Frequently Asked Questions
What is PLDT's stock symbol?
PLDT trades on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol "PHI."
How often does PLDT pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for PLDT?
PLDT declared a special dividend on Wednesday, March 28th. Shareholders of record on Thursday, April 12th will be given a dividend of $0.5342 per share on Tuesday, May 8th. The ex-dividend date is Wednesday, April 11th. View PLDT's Dividend History.
How will PLDT's stock buyback program work?
PLDT declared that its Board of Directors has authorized a share buyback program on Sunday, June 4th 2017, which permits the company to repurchase 2,000,000 shares, according to EventVestor. This repurchase authorization permits the company to buy shares of its stock through open market purchases. Stock repurchase programs are usually a sign that the company's board of directors believes its shares are undervalued.
How were PLDT's earnings last quarter?
PLDT Inc (NYSE:PHI) issued its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, August, 9th. The technology company reported $0.62 EPS for the quarter. The technology company earned $797.08 million during the quarter. PLDT had a return on equity of 20.18% and a net margin of 5.24%. View PLDT's Earnings History.
When is PLDT's next earnings date?
What is the consensus analysts' recommendation for PLDT?
8 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for PLDT in the last year. There are currently 2 sell ratings, 5 hold ratings and 1 buy rating for the stock, resulting in a consensus recommendation of "Hold." View Analyst Ratings for PLDT.
Who are some of PLDT's key competitors?
Some companies that are related to PLDT include TELIA Co A B/ADR (TLSNY), Advanced Info Service PCL (AVIFY), Telefonica Brasil (VIV), Liberty Sirius XM Group Series B (LSXMB), Liberty Sirius XM Group Series A (LSXMA), Koninklijke KPN (KKPNF), Liberty Sirius XM Group Series C (LSXMK), Zayo Group (ZAYO), KT (KT), TIM Participacoes (TSU), TELE2 AB/ADR (TLTZY), GCI Liberty Inc Class A (GLIBA), Telekom Austria (TKAGY), Spark New Zealand (SPKKY) and PCCW (PCCWY).
Who are PLDT's key executives?
PLDT's management team includes the folowing people:
- Mr. Manuel Velez Pangilinan, Chairman, Pres & CEO (Age 72)
- Ms. Anabelle Lim Chua, Sr. VP, Chief Financial Officer & Chief Risk Management Officer (Age 57)
- Mr. Rolando G. Pena, Head of Technology and Head of Technology for Smart (Age 57)
- Ms. Melissa V. Vergel de Dios, First VP of Investor Relations (Age 55)
- Attorney Ma. Lourdes C. Rausa-Chan, Sr. VP, Corp. Sec., Gen. Counsel, Chief Governance Officer & Director (Age 64)
Who are PLDT's major shareholders?
PLDT's stock is owned by many different of retail and institutional investors. Top institutional investors include State of New Jersey Common Pension Fund D (0.04%) and Bank of Montreal Can (0.03%). Company insiders that own PLDT stock include Craig Thomas Lindsay and Marshall Limon Farris. View Institutional Ownership Trends for PLDT.
Which institutional investors are selling PLDT stock?
How do I buy shares of PLDT?
Shares of PHI can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Scottrade, Fidelity and Charles Schwab.
What is PLDT's stock price today?
One share of PHI stock can currently be purchased for approximately $25.59.
How big of a company is PLDT?
PLDT has a market capitalization of $5.55 billion and generates $3.17 billion in revenue each year. The technology company earns $264.74 million in net income (profit) each year or $2.53 on an earnings per share basis. PLDT employs 17,642 workers across the globe.
What is PLDT's official website?
How can I contact PLDT?
PLDT's mailing address is RAMON CONJUANGCO BLDG MAKATI AVE, MAKATI R6, 1200. The technology company can be reached via phone at 632-816-8534 or via email at [email protected]
MarketBeat Community Rating for PLDT (NYSE PHI)
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