Belgian (BEL20) Telecom Sector Analysis

Sector Valuation and Performance

Has the Belgian Telecom Sector valuation changed over the past few years?

Current Industry PE: There are only 3 profitable companies in this industry, so there is insufficient data to make an industry-wide assessment of PE.

Past Earnings Growth: The earnings for companies in the Communication Services industry have declined 5.2% per year over the last three years, and revenues have also declined 2.4% per year. This means overall sales from these companies are declining and profits are subsequently falling as well.

Industry Trends

Which industries have driven the changes within the Belgian Telecom sector?

Industry PE: Investors are most optimistic about the Wireless Telecom industry, which is trading close to its 3-year average PE ratio of 29.2x. This is likely because analysts are expecting annual earnings growth of 17%, which is higher than its past year's earnings decline of 28% per year. Meanwhile, investors are most pessimistic about the Media industry, which is trading below its 3-year average of 20.0x.

Forecasted Growth: Analysts are most optimistic on the Entertainment industry, expecting annual earnings growth of 103% over the next 5 years. Meanwhile, the Telecom Services and Carriers industry is expected to see its earnings grow by 4.6% per year over the next few years.

Top Stock Gainers and Losers

Which companies have driven the market over the last 7 days?