Millicom Reports Record Profit & FCF, Expands Latin American Footprint with Key Acquisitions

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Millicom reported record net profit and equity free cash flow for 2025, driven by strategic acquisitions, tower asset monetization, and operational improvements, while also resuming significant cash dividends and share repurchases.

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• Record Financial Performance

  Net profit attributable to owners of the company reached $1.316 billion for 2025, a significant increase from $253 million in 2024. Equity Free Cash Flow hit a record $916 million, up from $777 million in the prior year.

• Major Strategic Acquisitions

  Post-year-end, Millicom completed the acquisition of 100% of Tigo Colombia for approximately $571 million and Telefónica's controlling 67.5% stake in Coltel for approximately $214 million in January and February 2026, respectively. The company also completed acquisitions in Ecuador ($380 million) and Uruguay ($440 million) in 2025, and a joint venture acquisition in Chile ($50 million cash plus up to $150 million earn-outs) in February 2026.

• Significant Asset Monetization

  The company completed the monetization of over 7,000 towers in Central America and Paraguay through transactions with SBA Communications Corp. and Atis Group, resulting in a $741 million gain on sale.

• Enhanced Shareholder Returns

  Millicom resumed regular cash dividends, approving an annual dividend of $3.00 per share, plus a special interim dividend of $2.50 per share in 2025. The company also repurchased 4,216,397 shares for $119 million under a share repurchase program.

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Millicom's annual report reveals a year of strong financial performance and significant strategic transformation. The company achieved a substantial increase in net profit and record equity free cash flow, driven by operational efficiencies and the monetization of non-core assets. Several key acquisitions in Colombia, Ecuador, Uruguay, and Chile have expanded its market presence and diversified its earnings profile. The resolution of a long-standing DOJ FCPA investigation removes a significant legal overhang. Furthermore, the company has committed to enhanced shareholder returns through resumed regular cash dividends and share repurchases. While total debt increased, it is largely attributed to these strategic growth initiatives and tower sale-leaseback transactions. The positive financial and strategic developments indicate a robust outlook for the company.