1005 GMT - Telefonica isn't yet showing signs of a return to robust growth, ING analyst Jan Frederik Slijkerman write in a note. The Spanish telecommunications group outlined its mid-and-long term guidance, including plans to halve its dividend in 2026. Debt reduction is taking longer than expected, and the company's strategic plan appears somewhat soft, the analyst says. "Telefonica's strategic plan is a bit soft on grand plans--contrary to earlier news reports on M&A opportunities or a capital raise--while its outlook for growth is muted," he adds. The group expectations for 2025 cash generation and its free cash flow outlook for 2026 were disappointing, he adds. Shares are down 2.8% at 3.63 euros. ( najat.kantouar@wsj.com)
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November 05, 2025 05:05 ET (10:05 GMT)
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