Peru: Telmex Goes Wireless
Telmex is using WiMAX and bundle offers to target the business segment in Peru and has been followed by Americatel. Telmex is positioning Explora as the wireless platform and the double-play offer. Jo...
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Colombia: Orbitel Enters a New Space
This quarter marked the commercial launch of nomadic WiMAX in Latin America. Orbitel deployed its network in Cali, Colombia, with plans to cover 12 additional cities by 2007. Analyst Liz Arias looks...
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Latin America: WiMax Set to Take Off
With recent deployments by telcos in Chile, Mexico, and Argentina and impending launches in other large markets, WiMax is attracting a lot of attention in Latin America. Manager Sergio Cruz argues th...
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The Mexican piece in the regional game of NII Holdings: How Nextel Mexico is leading the team
A few weeks ago, NII Holdings, the provider of mobile communications for business customers of the Nextel brand in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Mexico and Peru, raised its previously announced 2007 guida...
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Claro to initiate the race for 3G in Peru
On July 12, Claro Peru announced the launch of 3G services using an HSPA network to offer new and improved value-added services that will allow the company to position an innovative portfolio of servi...
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Unblocked Handsets: Why Oi is Doing It and Why Competitors Won’t Follow
On May 23, Oi announced it no longer will commercialize SIM-locked handsets, granting customers the liberty to choose their service provider. The company claims that this is in response to users’ need...
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New Mobile Players in Panama Will Bring More Competition and Lower Prices
In Panama, regulator Autoridad Nacional de los Servicios Públicos (ASEP) will auction two mobile licenses on October 25, 2007: Bands A and B in the 1850-1865 MHz and 1870-1885 MHz frequency ranges for...
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Cantv-Movilnet Shifts Strategic Goals from Profits to Social Agenda
In May 2007, Venezuela’s President, Hugo Chavez, announced a change of priorities for the newly nationalized Cantv-Movilnet. One of the most important new measures is that Movilnet will lower its pre-...
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Digicel Comes to Guatemala, but Existing Players May Be Preparing a Warm “Welcome”
- Digicel is entering the already crowded mobile market in Guatemala. We believe the added competition will help lift penetration, push down voice costs for users, and accelerate the development of ne...
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Mobile Market in Honduras: Will the Din of the Battle Finally Sound Loud?
Six weeks ago, the government of Honduras announced it is preparing a spectrum auction for mobile services in the bands of PCS. According to regulator Conatel, the contest will take place during the s...
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Vivo GSM: It's Showtime
Vivo deployed its full GSM network launch on Mother’s Day, May 13th, with a full range of handsets and deep pockets to foster its commercial aggressiveness. This has been a much anticipated moment and...
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VoIP via Cable Networks in Mexico: Lots of Potential, but Also a Steep Learning Curve
A few days ago, the third biggest Mexican cable operator received authorization from the country's Transport and Communications Ministry (SCT) to offer fixed line telephony services. With the green li...
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Mexico: Sony Ericsson a Growing Challenge for Nokia and Motorola
After growing significantly in 2006 (when it reached 8% market share globally, up from 6% in 2005) Sony Ericsson continues to gain market share in 1Q2007. In Mexico, based on research with mobile oper...
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Telmex to Focus on Flexibility, Broadband, and Sales Channels to Succeed in Triple-play
ANALYSIS SUMMARY • As Telmex purchases cable operators in Latin America, we expect the Mexican incumbent to base its strategy on the work it is currently doing in Brazil through its Net Serviços subs...
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Telmex Networks with SMEs in Ecuador
Telmex purchased Ecuador Telecom (Ecutel) from Ecuadorian holdings company, Emerica Group, for an undisclosed sum. Ecutel is a small broadband wireless provider with 600 local lines and 5,000 corporat...
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Peru: An Opportunity to Enter into a Fast- growing Market but Facing Strong Players
ANALYSIS SUMMARY • Due to its low penetration, Peru’s mobile market represents a significant opportunity and ranks as one of the most attractive mobile markets in the region based on revenue growth an...
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Strong Brazilian Telecoms Capex for 2007
ANALYSIS SUMMARY - The main Brazilian players’ Capex guidance reveals aggressive plans for 2007, as the market gears up for the introduction of new technologies and increased fixed broadband coverage....
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Anatel says “No Way” to Telemar, but the Fight Is Not Over
Anatel has decided to not allow Telemar to buy cable operator Way Brasil. This decision illustrates the difficult regulatory environment that Brazilian fixed carriers face when attempting to obtain ac...
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Colombia’s Market Opportunity Constricted by Overestimated Population, Although There Is Substantial
In the latter half of 2006, two announcements had a profound impact on the Colombian telecommunications market. First, the country’s statistical entity, the Departamento Administrativo Nacional de Est...
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Argentina: Regulatory Update February 2007
In this special edition Perspective, Pyramid Research provides a brief update on major regulatory developments that have occurred since the publication of our May 2006 Regulatory Roundup. The followin...
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Brazil: Regulatory Update February 2007
In this special edition Perspective, Pyramid Research provides a brief update on major regulatory developments that have occurred since the publication of our May 2006 Regulatory Roundup. The followin...
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Chile: Regulatory Update February 2007
In this special edition Perspective, Pyramid Research provides a brief update on major regulatory developments that have occurred since the publication of our May 2006 Regulatory Roundup. The followin...
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Colombia: Regulatory Update February 2007
In this special edition Perspective, Pyramid Research provides a brief update on major regulatory developments that have occurred since the publication of our May 2006 Regulatory Roundup. The followin...
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Ecuador: Regulatory Update February 2007
In this special edition Perspective, Pyramid Research provides a brief update on major regulatory developments that have occurred since the publication of our May 2006 Regulatory Roundup. The followin...
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Guatemala: Regulatory Update February 2007
In this special edition Perspective, Pyramid Research provides a brief update on major regulatory developments that have occurred since the publication of our May 2006 Regulatory Roundup. The followin...
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Mexico: Regulatory Update February 2007
In this special edition Perspective, Pyramid Research provides a brief update on major regulatory developments that have occurred since the publication of our May 2006 Regulatory Roundup. The followin...
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Paraguay: Regulatory Update February 2007
In this special edition Perspective, Pyramid Research provides a brief update on major regulatory developments that have occurred since the publication of our May 2006 Regulatory Roundup. The followin...
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Peru: Regulatory Update February 2007
In this special edition Perspective, Pyramid Research provides a brief update on major regulatory developments that have occurred since the publication of our May 2006 Regulatory Roundup. The followin...
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Uruguay: Regulatory Update February 2007
In this special edition Perspective, Pyramid Research provides a brief update on major regulatory developments that have occurred since the publication of our May 2006 Regulatory Roundup. The followin...
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Venezuela: Regulatory Update February 2007
In this special edition Perspective, Pyramid Research provides a brief update on major regulatory developments that have occurred since the publication of our May 2006 Regulatory Roundup. The followin...
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Mexico: Mobile Number Portability Gets Carried Away in 2007 and 2008
Mexico looks to be the first Latin American country to implement mobile number portability (MNP) in 2007. Join Analyst Omar Salvador as he investigates the motivations behind MNP, its current state of...
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Telmex’s Shopping Spree Not Limited to Colombia
Fixed Mexican incumbent Telmex, one of the largest operators in Latin America, recently purchased three cable operators in Colombia. Analyst Elizabeth Arias discusses how this move illustrates the com...
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Convergence in Brazil: Content, Not Infra-Structure, Will be The Sticking Point
Convergence of the telecommunications and media industry will be the overarching issue for the Brazilian market in the first half of 2007. Senior Analyst Thomas Dorr Abreu reviews the convergence dev...
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MVNOs in Chile: The Next Step in a Mature Market
Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) will appear in Chile during 2007. Regional Manager Sergio Cruz presents the business case for an MVNO and concludes that the opportunity is there for a compan...
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Convergence in Mexico: Competition Is Coming!
Mexico’s new “Convergence Agreement” is a major development in the country’s telecommunications and media industries. In this article, Analyst Omar Salvador recaps some of the major issues discussed ...
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USA: Bundled Packages - The Trojan Horse of Service Providers
With a heightened competitive playing field, US operators are targeting their bundled plans more aggressively to customers. With the entrance of old players into new markets, customers receive the ben...
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America Movil: Clear about Claro
America Movil recently committed itself to the Claro brand by rebranding four additional operations. Why would America Movil invest so heavily in changing the brand names of operations which are alrea...
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Mexico: Axtel Acquisition of Avantel Plays for Scale and Diversification
Axtel’s much anticipated acquisition of long-distance and datacoms operator Avantel finally materialized this year. Join analyst Omar Salvador as he investigates the conditions of the deal and what i...
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Fixed Line Forecast: Argentina (October 2006)
In this special edition Perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the forecasts for the fixed line and mobile sectors within the major countries in each region. This Perspective aims ...
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Fixed Line Forecast: Brazil (October 2006)
In this special edition Perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the forecasts for the fixed line and mobile sectors within the major countries in each region. This Perspective aims ...
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Fixed Line Forecast: Chile (October 2006)
In this special edition Perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the forecasts for the fixed line and mobile sectors within the major countries in each region. This Perspective aims ...
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Fixed Line Forecast: Colombia (October 2006)
In this special edition Perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the forecasts for the fixed line and mobile sectors within the major countries in each region. This Perspective aims ...
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Fixed Line Forecast: Mexico (October 2006)
In this special edition Perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the forecasts for the fixed line and mobile sectors within the major countries in each region. This Perspective aims ...
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Fixed Line Forecast: Venezuela (October 2006)
In this special edition Perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the forecasts for the fixed line and mobile sectors within the major countries in each region. This Perspective aims ...
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Mobile Forecast: Argentina (October 2006)
In this special edition Perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the forecasts for the fixed line and mobile sectors within the major countries in each region. This Perspective aims ...
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Mobile Forecast: Brazil (October 2006)
In this special edition Perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the forecasts for the fixed line and mobile sectors within the major countries in each region. This Perspective aims ...
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Mobile Forecast: Chile (October 2006)
In this special edition Perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the forecasts for the fixed line and mobile sectors within the major countries in each region. This Perspective aims ...
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Mobile Forecast: Colombia (October 2006)
In this special edition Perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the forecasts for the fixed line and mobile sectors within the major countries in each region. This Perspective aims ...
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Mobile Forecast: Mexico (October 2006)
In this special edition Perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the forecasts for the fixed line and mobile sectors within the major countries in each region. This Perspective aims ...
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Mobile Forecast: Venezuela (October 2006)
In this special edition Perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the forecasts for the fixed line and mobile sectors within the major countries in each region. This Perspective aims ...
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Andean Region: Momentum Continues
Pyramid takes a look ahead to some of the major developments in Latin America's telecoms industry in Brazil, Mexico, the Southern Cone, the Andean Region and Central America. In addition, we take a lo...
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Brazil: Another "Feliz Natal" for Mobile Operators
Marc Einstein looks at Brazil's mobile sector's strong growth during the Christmas season and examines what will happen in 2005....
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Brazil: Another Big Year
Pyramid takes a look ahead to some of the major developments in Latin America's telecoms industry in Brazil, Mexico, the Southern Cone, the Andean Region and Central America. In addition, we take a lo...
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Central America: Mobile Opportunity Adds Dynamism to Line Growth
Pyramid takes a look ahead to some of the major developments in Latin America's telecoms industry in Brazil, Mexico, the Southern Cone, the Andean Region and Central America. In addition, we take a lo...
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Changes to 4Q04 Fixed Communications Forecast
Pyramid takes a look ahead to some of the major developments in Latin America's telecoms industry in Brazil, Mexico, the Southern Cone, the Andean Region and Central America. In addition, we take a lo...
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Changes to 4Q04 Mobile Communications Forecast
Pyramid takes a look ahead to some of the major developments in Latin America's telecoms industry in Brazil, Mexico, the Southern Cone, the Andean Region and Central America. In addition, we take a lo...
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Mexico: Cofetel Revises Fixed to Mobile Rates
Cofetel began 2005 by slashing fixed-to-mobile prices by 10% for end users.
Vanessa Larez and Gabriela Baez analyze who is better off and what it means for the wireless and wireline sectors.
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Mexico: Growth of Telecoms Services Market to Continue in 2005
Pyramid takes a look ahead to some of the major developments in Latin America's telecoms industry in Brazil, Mexico, the Southern Cone, the Andean Region and Central America. In addition, we take a lo...
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Regional: Telecom Italia - What's Next in Latin America?
Senior Analyst Dennis Burke explores what the recent announcements regarding America Movil's stake in Telecom Argentina and Telecom Italia's sale of its Chilean property means for the Italian operator...
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Southern Cone: Argentina Leads the Way
Pyramid takes a look ahead to some of the major developments in Latin America's telecoms industry in Brazil, Mexico, the Southern Cone, the Andean Region and Central America. In addition, we take a lo...
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Regional: Verizon's Sale Sounds the Death Knell for a Third Regional Operator
Analyst Thomas Abreu investigates Verizon's sale of CANTV, Verizon Dominicana, and Telecomunicaciones de Puerto Rico to America Movil and Telmex, and concludes that while the deal may still face some ...
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Colombia: Millicom Says Hello to Ola
On August 31, after weeks of delay, Millicom International Cellular purchased Ola, the joint venture between Empresa de Telecomunicaciones de Bogota (ETB) and Empresas Publicas de Medellin (EPM). Ana...
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Telmex: Affordable Internet Plans Reaping Rewards
Since 1999, Mexico's Internet industry has grown 29.8 percent (in revenues) over last year; incumbent telecom operator Telmex attributes a good portion of its sales to its customized affordability pla...
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Distribution Channels Receive Plenty of Attention from Telecom Operators
Latin American telecom operators are increasingly focusing their attention on distribution channels because they allow operators to create a competitive advantage in an era where products and services...
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Guatemala: Upholding the Prepaid Paradigm
Guatemala's extraordinarily large prepaid segment has finally caught the attention of its stakeholders. Analyst Derek Medlin investigates the reasons for the heavy proportion of prepaid subscribers i...
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America Movil: Networking Beyond SMS
Mobile data penetration in Latin America is right on track with global averages, but the percentage of revenues generated from mobile data still lags behind more developed regions. Associate Analyst ...
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Brazil: Traffic Migration
Despite having lost the battle for access, Brazilian fixed operators continue to handle the majority of the country's traffic. However, as mobile operators deploy next-generation networks and begin to...
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Argentina: Regulatory Update July 2006
In this special edition Perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the forecasts for the fixed line and mobile sectors within the major countries in each region. This Perspective aims ...
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Argentina: Regulatory Update July 2006
In this special edition Perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the forecasts for the fixed line and mobile sectors within the major countries in each region. This Perspective aims ...
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Brazil: Regulatory Update July 2006
In this special edition Perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the forecasts for the fixed line and mobile sectors within the major countries in each region. This Perspective aims ...
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Brazil: Regulatory Update July 2006
In this special edition Perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the forecasts for the fixed line and mobile sectors within the major countries in each region. This Perspective aims ...
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Chile: Regulatory Update July 2006
In this special edition Perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the forecasts for the fixed line and mobile sectors within the major countries in each region. This Perspective aims ...
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Chile: Regulatory Update July 2006
In this special edition Perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the forecasts for the fixed line and mobile sectors within the major countries in each region. This Perspective aims ...
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Colombia: Regulatory Update July 2006
In this special edition Perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the forecasts for the fixed line and mobile sectors within the major countries in each region. This Perspective aims ...
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Colombia: Regulatory Update July 2006
In this special edition Perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the forecasts for the fixed line and mobile sectors within the major countries in each region. This Perspective aims ...
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Mexico: Regulatory Update July 2006
In this special edition Perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the forecasts for the fixed line and mobile sectors within the major countries in each region. This Perspective aims ...
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Mexico: Regulatory Update July 2006
In this special edition Perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the forecasts for the fixed line and mobile sectors within the major countries in each region. This Perspective aims ...
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Venezuela: Regulatory Update July 2006
In this special edition Perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the forecasts for the fixed line and mobile sectors within the major countries in each region. This Perspective aims ...
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Venezuela: Regulatory Update July 2006
In this special edition Perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the forecasts for the fixed line and mobile sectors within the major countries in each region. This Perspective aims ...
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The Growth of Triple Play Bundling in Central America
Operators in Central America have launched bundled voice, Internet, and Pay TV "triple play" packages. Analysts Sean Herman and Thomas Dorr Abreu investigate the dependency of triple play offerings o...
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Argentina: Regulatory Update May 2006
In this special edition Perspective, Pyramid Research provides a brief update on major regulatory developments that have occurred since the publication of our September 2005 Regulatory Roundup. We co...
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Brazil: Regulatory Update May 2006
In this special edition Perspective, Pyramid Research provides a brief update on major regulatory developments that have occurred since the publication of our September 2005 Regulatory Roundup. We co...
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Chile: Regulatory Update May 2006
In this special edition Perspective, Pyramid Research provides a brief update on major regulatory developments that have occurred since the publication of our September 2005 Regulatory Roundup. We co...
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Colombia: Regulatory Update May 2006
In this special edition Perspective, Pyramid Research provides a brief update on major regulatory developments that have occurred since the publication of our September 2005 Regulatory Roundup. We co...
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Costa Rica: Regulatory Update May 2006
In this special edition Perspective, Pyramid Research provides a brief update on major regulatory developments that have occurred since the publication of our September 2005 Regulatory Roundup. We co...
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El Salvador: Regulatory Update May 2006
In this special edition Perspective, Pyramid Research provides a brief update on major regulatory developments that have occurred since the publication of our September 2005 Regulatory Roundup. We co...
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Honduras: Regulatory Update May 2006
In this special edition Perspective, Pyramid Research provides a brief update on major regulatory developments that have occurred since the publication of our September 2005 Regulatory Roundup. We co...
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Mexico: Regulatory Update May 2006
In this special edition Perspective, Pyramid Research provides a brief update on major regulatory developments that have occurred since the publication of our September 2005 Regulatory Roundup. We co...
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Nicaragua: Regulatory Update May 2006
In this special edition Perspective, Pyramid Research provides a brief update on major regulatory developments that have occurred since the publication of our September 2005 Regulatory Roundup. We co...
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Panama: Regulatory Update May 2006
In this special edition Perspective, Pyramid Research provides a brief update on major regulatory developments that have occurred since the publication of our September 2005 Regulatory Roundup. We co...
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Peru: Regulatory Update May 2006
In this special edition Perspective, Pyramid Research provides a brief update on major regulatory developments that have occurred since the publication of our September 2005 Regulatory Roundup. We co...
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Venezuela: Regulatory Update May 2006
In this special edition Perspective, Pyramid Research provides a brief update on major regulatory developments that have occurred since the publication of our September 2005 Regulatory Roundup. We co...
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Honduras: Liberalization Boosts Honduran Fixed Sector, Hurts Hondutel
Associate Analyst Brendan Luecke reviews Honduran fixed liberalization and the struggles incumbent Hondutel must overcome to survive in the new market. ...
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Peru: Regulatory Interventions to Increase Competition in the Broadband Market
The Peruvian telecommunications regulator, OSIPTEL, is currently adjusting the regulatory framework of the country's broadband market. Associate Analyst Tania Begazo Gomez comments on the upcoming ch...
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Telefonica Claims Colombia Telecom: Further Consolidation a Distinct Possibility in Fixed Colombian
In April 2006, Telefonica entered the Colombian fixed market after purchasing Colombia Telecom. Analyst Liz Arias evaluates the target company, the terms of the deal, and the future of M&A in this fr...
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Uphill Regulatory Climb Ahead For Investors Calling on Ola
After months of speculation, state-owned operators Empresa de Telecomunicaciones de Bogota (ETB) and Empresas Publicas de Medellin (EPM), announced their intentions to sell their mobile arm, Colombia ...
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Venezuela: CANTV and Movilnet Bet on Innovation and Integration as Two Pillars of their Strategy
CANTV and Movilnet have centered its efforts on innovation and integration. Analyst Omar Salvador evaluates the company's developments on these two fronts, and concludes synergies in the areas of tech...
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Canadian Wireless Number Portability: Stir the Market, not Shake it
CRTC, the Canadian regulatory authority, intends to introduce wireless number portability (WNP) in 2007. While this change could stir up churn in the market, Analyst Krishna Kanagarayer argues that ...
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Chile: Movistar's Spectrum Auction Could Open the Door to a Fourth Operator
The auction of Telefonica Moviles 25 MHz spectrum could open the opportunity for a new player in the Chilean market. Regional Manager Sergio Cruz analyzes players interested in participating in the a...
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IPTV in Brazil: A Challenge for Telcos
Brazilian operators are preparing to launch IPTV services, initially through video-on-demand offers. Given a very competitive environment and the impeding adoption of a DTT platform, Analyst Thomas D...
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Liberalization Yields Meager Rewards for Panamanian CLECs
Associate Analyst Brendan Luecke examines the bumpy road to fixed liberalization in Panama and the challenges faced by new entrants as interconnection delays force them to adapt. ...
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Mexico: Iusacell and the Race for 3G Leverage
Iusacell, the third mobile player in Mexico, embraces 3G through CDMA EVDO and prepares to leverage the new platform by enhancing its portfolio with applications targeting high-end market segments. A...
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Pre-paid, Economies of Scale, and Financial Strength; Three Keys to Success for America Movil
Despite focusing on pre-paid expansion, America Movil managed to close 2005 with improving margins and a high-flying stock. Analyst Omar Salvador argues the operator's success comes not only from its...
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Brazil: Incumbents Must Learn to Manage AICE in a Hurry
As Brazilian operators sign concession contracts to last them for the next 20 years, one large unknown element of the new rules to which they must abide is the impact of the Special Class Individual A...
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Regional: Latin America's "Big Three" Controls 80 percent of the Market
Latin America had an unprecedented year in 2005, adding 68m subscribers and bringing the region's account penetration over 40 percent. Pyramid Research believes that more growth is in store for the r...
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Latin America: Mobile Subscriptions Overview
Latin American mobile operators saw torrid subscriber growth in 2005. Are the region's fastest-growing days behind it? Join Sergio Cruz, Latin America Research Manager, as he analyzes the region's c...
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Mexico: Axtel Paving the Way for Growth
Axtel, one of Mexico's most important Competitive Local Exchange Carriers (CLEC), had a busy 2005, capping the year with a successful public offer of its shares. Analyst Omar Salvador reviews the com...
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Triple-play in Argentina: Clarin Is a Potentially Serious Threat to Telcos
Argentina has emerged as a regional hotspot for Triple-play deployments, with nearly every large fixed operator and cable company joining the fray. Analyst Thomas Abreu believes that media conglomera...
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Brazil's Upcoming ISP Showdown
Brasil Telecom recently announced plans to consolidate its three ISPs under one combined provider. Analyst Thomas Dorr Abreu interprets this as the first shot in what promises to be an intense compet...
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Latin America Regional: Operators Set to Spend US$14bn on Network Equipment
Regional operators, primarily America Movil, Telefonica Moviles, and TIM, are spending on TDMA overlays and greenfield GSM and CDMA deployments in order to improve coverage and increase capacity and e...
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Mexico: Government Initiative Opens the Door for Converged Services
A recent ruling by Mexico's Federal Commission of Competition has enhanced the prospect of "Triple Play" service offerings in the country not only for pay TV operators but also for incumbent Telmex an...
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Residential VoIP in Brazil: Incumbents Biding Their Time
In the past year, numerous VoIP providers have sprouted up in Brazil, finally prompting the incumbent operators to add their own IP-based solutions to their portfolio. Analyst Thomas Dorr Abreu argu...
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Argentina: Regulatory Update '05
In this special-edition Perspective, we provide a brief update on the main regulatory initiatives being introduced in the region. This Perspective has the purpose of highlighting how each market is ad...
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Brazil: Regulatory Update '05
In this special-edition Perspective, we provide a brief update on the main regulatory initiatives being introduced in the region. This Perspective has the purpose of highlighting how each market is ad...
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Chile: Regulatory Update '05
In this special-edition Perspective, we provide a brief update on the main regulatory initiatives being introduced in the region. This Perspective has the purpose of highlighting how each market is ad...
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Colombia: Regulatory Update '05
In this special-edition Perspective, we provide a brief update on the main regulatory initiatives being introduced in the region. This Perspective has the purpose of highlighting how each market is ad...
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Ecuador: Regulatory Update '05
In this special-edition Perspective, we provide a brief update on the main regulatory initiatives being introduced in the region. This Perspective has the purpose of highlighting how each market is ad...
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Honduras: Regulatory Update '05
In this special-edition Perspective, we provide a brief update on the main regulatory initiatives being introduced in the region. This Perspective has the purpose of highlighting how each market is ad...
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Mexico: Regulatory Update '05
In this special-edition Perspective, we provide a brief update on the main regulatory initiatives being introduced in the region. This Perspective has the purpose of highlighting how each market is ad...
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Nicaragua: Regulatory Update '05
In this special-edition Perspective, we provide a brief update on the main regulatory initiatives being introduced in the region. This Perspective has the purpose of highlighting how each market is ad...
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Panama: Regulatory Update '05
In this special-edition Perspective, we provide a brief update on the main regulatory initiatives being introduced in the region. This Perspective has the purpose of highlighting how each market is ad...
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Paraguay: Regulatory Update '05
In this special-edition Perspective, we provide a brief update on the main regulatory initiatives being introduced in the region. This Perspective has the purpose of highlighting how each market is ad...
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Peru: Regulatory Update '05
In this special-edition Perspective, we provide a brief update on the main regulatory initiatives being introduced in the region. This Perspective has the purpose of highlighting how each market is ad...
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Uruguay: Regulatory Update '05
In this special-edition Perspective, we provide a brief update on the main regulatory initiatives being introduced in the region. This Perspective has the purpose of highlighting how each market is ad...
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US: Successfully Combating ARPS Dilution
The overwhelming success of the family plan brought droves of subscribers to US operators, helping to raise penetration nationwide. Now, US operators hope to replicate that success by increasing their...
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Ecuador: Embracing Text Messaging
The Andean nation of Ecuador trails only Venezuela and Costa Rica in terms of text messaging use in Latin America, comprising a significant proportion of ARPS and building an educated subscriber base ...
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Mexico: Iusacell Gears Up for TV
CDMA operator Iusacell recently announced its intention to become the first operator to offer mobile TV to Mexican subscribers. Analyst Vanessa Larez examines the innovative offering which she believ...
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Peru: Enter Millicom?
Luxembourg-based Millicom International Cellular (MIC) recently announced its intention to participate in the upcoming auction for the country's fifth mobile license. Senior Analyst Marc Einstein arg...
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Uruguay: Mobile Penetration Finally Taking Off
Mobile penetration in Uruguay is quickly rising with the entrance of CTI Movil into the market. Join analyst Thomas Dorr Abreu in exploring the impact of the third player in this small country and wh...
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Brazil: Embratel Acquires Outsourcing Company PrimeSys: A Multi-Functional Relief
Senior Analyst Jose Mavignier discusses Embratel's acquisition of PrimeSys from Portugal Telecom, and he expects that if approved the deal will help the beleaguered incumbent hold on to its leadership...
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Regional: Latin America Mergers & Acquisitions: Grupo Carso Holds a Lot of Sway
With its purchase of Porthable in Paraguay, Smartcom in Chile, and TIM in Peru, America Movil is once again on the acquisition path. Analyst Thomas Dorr Abreu examines the operator's moves to date in...
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Regional: Millicom Continues to Deliver Strong Results
Despite intense competition from pan-regional juggernauts America Movil and Telefonica, Millicom has held its ground and maintains healthy margins. Analyst Vanessa Larez takes a look at their recent ...
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Broadband in Brazil: Speeding Up?
Broadband uptake has been phenomenal in Brazil, as many incumbents have already hit or surpassed their 2005 subscriber estimates. While this growth should continue in the medium term, Analyst Thomas ...
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Central America: US Says Yes to CAFTA
CAFTA celebrated a major success in July by securing a narrow margin victory in the US House of Representatives. While the treaty still has some hurdles to overcome before being fully ratified, the m...
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US: Is Prepaid Finally Catching On?
The last few weeks have seen a spate of activity in the US on the prepaid pricing front. Various operators, both MNOs and MVNOs, have launched or re-launched their prepaid brands with a renewed focus,...
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Brazil: Bidding for Brasil Telecom
Telecom Italia's attempt to take control of Brasil Telecom is necessary for the operator to compete in Latin America's largest market, even though the price is likely to be high, according to analyst ...
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Brazil: Gloves Off at Claro
Mobile subscriber growth in Brazil continues at breakneck speed well into 2005, but the increased growth has not come without a cost. Analyst Thomas Abreu discusses how shrinking EBITDA margins will f...
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Caribbean: Digicel Builds a Cingular Presence
Digicel has struck yet again by acquiring Cingular’s Caribbean assets, adding five new markets to its footprint and increasing its presence in five others. Associate Analyst Aaron Schwirian argues tha...
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Honduras: Liberalization Brings a Merry Christmas to the Sector
The Honduran fixed sector is set to be officially opened to competition on December 25, 2005. Analyst Vanessa Larez believes that preemptive moves by the government will somewhat ease this transition ...
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Regional: América Móvil Remains on Top, but Movistar Narrows the Gap
The battle for leadership of Latin America’s mobile market continues to heat up in 2005. Senior Analyst Marc Einstein argues that Mexican operator América Móvil should hold on to its lead in the regio...
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Regional: Telefonica Plans to Export 'Imagenio' to Latin America
Analyst Vanessa Larez takes a look at Spanish operator Telefonica's VDSL offering in Spain, and analyzes the impact the service will have when introduced into Latin American markets....
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The Changing Face of Argentina's Broadband Market
Argentina's broadband market grew over 100% year-on-year based on subscribers. Associate analyst Aaron Schwirian argues that this phenomenal growth is only partially due to the country's economic rec...
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Argentina: Regulatory Update
In this special-edition perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the main regulatory initiatives being introduced in the region. This week's perspective is intended to highlight how ...
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Brazil: Regulatory Update
In this special-edition perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the main regulatory initiatives being introduced in the region. This week's perspective is intended to highlight how ...
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Chile: Regulatory Update
In this special-edition perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the main regulatory initiatives being introduced in the region. This week's perspective is intended to highlight how ...
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Colombia: Regulatory Update
In this special-edition perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the main regulatory initiatives being introduced in the region. This week's perspective is intended to highlight how ...
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Costa Rica: Regulatory Update
In this special-edition perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the main regulatory initiatives being introduced in the region. This week's perspective is intended to highlight how ...
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Ecuador: Regulatory Update
In this special-edition perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the main regulatory initiatives being introduced in the region. This week's perspective is intended to highlight how ...
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El Salvador: Regulatory Update
In this special-edition perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the main regulatory initiatives being introduced in the region. This week's perspective is intended to highlight how ...
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Mexico: Regulatory Update
In this special-edition perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the main regulatory initiatives being introduced in the region. This week's perspective is intended to highlight how ...
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Nicaragua: Regulatory Update
In this special-edition perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the main regulatory initiatives being introduced in the region. This week's perspective is intended to highlight how ...
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Peru: Regulatory Update
In this special-edition perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the main regulatory initiatives being introduced in the region. This week's perspective is intended to highlight how ...
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Venezuela: Regulatory Update
In this special-edition perspective, we provide our clients with a brief update on the main regulatory initiatives being introduced in the region. This week's perspective is intended to highlight how ...
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Caribbean: Digicel Sets its Sights on New Markets
Digicel's expansion into the Caribbean basin is far from over, reports Associate Analyst Aaron Schwiraian, but extending its regional footprint will not come without challenges....
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Regional: Call Me Movistar!
Analyst Vanessa Larez analyzes the fanfare surrounding Telefonica's re-branding efforts in Latin America and the competitive implications for competitors.
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USA: Evaluating MNP 18 Months Later
Senior Analyst Taha Rangwala studies the effect that mobile number portability has had on the U.S. market, and identifies which operators are most likely to benefit from MNP going forward....
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Venezuela: Digitel is Up for Sale
A regulatory decision in Venezuela comes as a major setback for CANTV's ambitions in the mobile market, and will allow a new player to enter one of the region's most dynamic mobile markets, according ...
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Mexico: Incumbents Come Out Ahead in Cofetel's PCS Spectrum Auction
Analyst Vanessa Larez examines the results of Mexico's recent PCS spectrum auction and examines the corresponding opportunities for operators and vendors working in Latin America's second-largest mark...
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Peru: America Movil Strikes Again
Analyst Vanessa Larez examines the results of Mexico's recent PCS spectrum auction and examines the corresponding opportunities for operators and vendors working in Latin America's second-largest mark...
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Regional: AOL Latin America, Logging Off?
Associate Analyst Aaron Schiwirian studies AOL's financial troubles in the region, and explores the ISP's future in Latin America....
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Colombia: Avantel's 'Push to Talk' with Mobile Subscribers
Marc Einstein studies the ruling requiring Colombia's mobile operators to interconnect with trunking operator Avantel and its implications for the mobile landscape....
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Mexico: Triple Play Hits the Market
Analyst Vanessa Larez examines the launch of Maxcom's triple play solution in the Mexican market and what it means for the operator's competitive position....
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Telefonica Moviles
Senior Analyst, Dennis Burke explores TEM's performance over the past quarter, and analyzes the already important contribution of BellSouth....
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Argentina: CDMA 450 Comes to the Southern Cone. Is it Gaining Steam?
Senior Analyst Dennis Burke studies the recent announcement surrounding Chinese vendor ZTE's sale of a CDMA 450MHz network to one of Argentina's cooperatives and the implications it has not only for n...
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Brazil: Telmex Ups Its Ante in Embratel
Analyst Marc Einstein examines Telmex's large investments in Brazil and what
they mean for its Brazilian properties.
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Mexico: The Battle over Push-to-Talk Has Begun
With all mobile players offering push-to-talk services and increasingly focusing on the corporate segment, increasing pressure will be put on Nextel Mexico. Analyst Vanessa Larez discusses why despit...
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Nicaragua: With Market Liberalization on Hold, Enitel Comes Out Smiling
Nicaragua becomes the latest Latin American country to have problems sticking to a timeline for fixed-line liberalization. Associate Analyst Aaron Schwirian explains why Enitel could not be happier w...
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Brazilian Regulations: Turf Wars 2006
Competing interest groups will define the Brazilian regulatory environment in 2006. Analyst Thomas Dorr Abreu looks into the competing interests of Vivo and the GSM players, as well as that of the te...
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Chilean Satellite TV and Telcos: A United Front, for Now
Associate Analyst Brendan Luecke examines the alliances between Direct-to-home Pay TV providers and telecommunications companies on the Chilean triple-play market and how their relationship will chang...
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Colombia Telecom Looking for Partners - Anyone Interested?
In early 2006, Colombia Telecomunicaciones will select its strategic partner to offer mobile services and will continue to further its development. Latin America Regional Manager Sergio Cruz analyzes...
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Telmex in L.A.: Is Datacoms Enough?
Telmex has acquired a solid empire in Latin America and is now one of the premier datacoms companies in the region. However, growth in that segment is slowing. Latin America Regional Manager Sergio ...
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Trinidad and Tobago: Competition Is Coming
When Digicel and Laqtel join incumbent TSTT in providing mobile services in April 2006, Trinidad and Tobago will be one of the last Caribbean markets to eliminate its telecommunications monopoly. Ana...
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Venezuela: Telecom Italia Sells Digitel
The sale of Digitel marks Telecom Italia's exit from yet another Latin American market. Analyst Omar Salvador evaluates the sale and the emerging market dynamic in the Venezuelan market. ...
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