1&1 Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 1/6
1&1's earnings have been declining at an average annual rate of -9.7%, while the Wireless Telecom industry saw earnings declining at 9.7% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 1.6% per year. 1&1's return on equity is 2.8%, and it has net margins of 4%.
Key information
-9.73%
Earnings growth rate
-9.73%
EPS growth rate
| Wireless Telecom Industry Growth | 13.03% |
| Revenue growth rate | 1.56% |
| Return on equity | 2.76% |
| Net Margin | 4.01% |
| Next Earnings Update | 06 Aug 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • May 05
1U1: Higher Multiple And Softer Margins Will Likely Keep Shares Overvalued
Analysts now set their average price target for 1&1 at €10.10, compared with the previous €7.00, citing updated assumptions on fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E expectations. Valuation Changes Fair Value was raised from €7.00 to about €10.10, indicating a higher implied valuation per share.
Narrative Update • Apr 21
1U1: Future Returns Will Reflect Higher Margins And A Lower P/E
Analysts have nudged their price target on 1&1 slightly lower from €23.28 to €23.08, citing updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, and a lower future P/E multiple. Valuation Changes Fair Value: Trimmed slightly from €23.28 to €23.08.Narrative Update • Apr 07
1U1: Future Returns Will Balance Lower Margins With Higher Earnings Multiple
Analysts have lifted their price target for 1&1 from €21.79 to €23.28, citing updated assumptions on fair value, discount rate, growth, margins and future P/E as key inputs in their revised view. Valuation Changes Fair Value: revised from €21.79 to €23.28, indicating a modest uplift in the estimated share value.
Narrative Update • Mar 24
1U1: Higher Future P/E Assumption Will Support A Stronger Upside Case
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for 1&1 up from €30.00 to €31.00. This reflects updated assumptions that include a higher discount rate, lower revenue growth and profit margin projections, and a higher future P/E multiple.Narrative Update • Mar 07
1U1: Expected Margin Uptick Will Still Leave Shares Looking Overvalued
Analysts have adjusted their price target for 1&1 slightly, now reflecting updated views on revenue trends, profit margins and a modestly revised forward P/E. Together, these factors support a refined but still consistent valuation framework in € terms.Narrative Update • Feb 21
1U1: Slightly Weaker Revenue And Lower Future P/E Will Pressure Returns
Analysts have slightly adjusted their price target on 1&1, with the change linked to small refinements in revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E assumptions, rather than any major shift in the fundamental view. Valuation Changes Fair Value: €7.0 remains unchanged, suggesting no material shift in the overall valuation anchor used in this analysis.Analysis Article • Feb 10
1&1 AG's (ETR:1U1) Shares May Have Run Too Fast Too Soon
With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 36.5x 1&1 AG ( ETR:1U1 ) may be sending very bearish signals at the...Narrative Update • Feb 07
1U1: Flat Service Revenue And Lower Future P/E Will Pressure Returns
Analysts have trimmed their price target for 1&1 to €7.00. This reflects updated views on slightly higher discount rates, marginally weaker revenue growth, a small improvement in profit margins and a modestly lower future P/E assumption.Narrative Update • Jan 23
1U1: Flat Service Revenue And Lower P/E Expectations Will Pressure Returns
Narrative Update on 1&1 The analyst price target for 1&1 has been revised lower from about €11.02 to about €7.08. Analysts point to updated fair value estimates and a lower assumed future P/E multiple as key drivers of the change.Analysis Article • Jan 12
1&1 (ETR:1U1) Will Want To Turn Around Its Return Trends
What are the early trends we should look for to identify a stock that could multiply in value over the long term...Narrative Update • Jan 09
1U1: Stable Contracts And Flat Service Revenue Will Pressure Future Earnings
Analysts have trimmed their price expectations for 1&1 to about €11.02 from roughly €11.19, pointing to more cautious assumptions on revenue growth, profit margins and a higher future P/E multiple in their updated models. What's in the News 1&1 AG confirmed its earnings guidance for the full year 2025, keeping its previously communicated outlook in place.Analysis Article • Dec 17
Here's Why 1&1 (ETR:1U1) Has A Meaningful Debt Burden
Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...Narrative Update • Dec 17
1U1: Index Additions Will Mask Future Earnings Weakness
Analysts have raised their price target on 1&1 from approximately €10.40 to about €11.19. This reflects improved expectations for revenue contraction moderating, profit margins strengthening, and a lower future P/E multiple supporting a more attractive valuation.Narrative Update • Dec 02
1U1: Strong Index Inclusions Will Not Offset Overvaluation Concerns
Analysts have raised their price target for 1&1 from €21.12 to €21.79. They cite improved revenue growth expectations as well as slight enhancements in profit margin and valuation metrics.Analysis Article • Oct 28
Getting In Cheap On 1&1 AG (ETR:1U1) Is Unlikely
When close to half the companies in Germany have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 18x, you may consider 1&1...Analysis Article • Sep 10
1&1 (ETR:1U1) Will Be Hoping To Turn Its Returns On Capital Around
There are a few key trends to look for if we want to identify the next multi-bagger. Typically, we'll want to notice a...Narrative Update • Sep 02
5G Build-Out And OpenRAN Will Empower Next Gen Connectivity
The consensus Analyst Price Target for 1&1 has increased slightly to €21.12, as future P/E and revenue growth forecasts remain essentially unchanged. What's in the News 1&1 AG has been dropped from the Germany SDAX (Total Return) Index.Analysis Article • Aug 15
There May Be Some Bright Spots In 1&1's (ETR:1U1) Earnings
XTRA:1U1 1 Year Share Price vs Fair Value Explore 1&1's Fair Values from the Community and select yours Soft earnings...Analysis Article • Jul 21
1&1 (ETR:1U1) Has A Somewhat Strained Balance Sheet
Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...Analysis Article • Jun 20
Risks To Shareholder Returns Are Elevated At These Prices For 1&1 AG (ETR:1U1)
There wouldn't be many who think 1&1 AG's ( ETR:1U1 ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 18.5x is worth a mention...Analysis Article • May 15
Analysts Have Made A Financial Statement On 1&1 AG's (ETR:1U1) First-Quarter Report
Shareholders might have noticed that 1&1 AG ( ETR:1U1 ) filed its quarterly result this time last week. The early...Analysis Article • May 05
Returns On Capital Signal Tricky Times Ahead For 1&1 (ETR:1U1)
If you're looking for a multi-bagger, there's a few things to keep an eye out for. Typically, we'll want to notice a...Analysis Article • Mar 18
1&1 AG's (ETR:1U1) Price Is Right But Growth Is Lacking After Shares Rocket 26%
The 1&1 AG ( ETR:1U1 ) share price has done very well over the last month, posting an excellent gain of 26...
New Narrative • Feb 09
Mobile Network Expansion Could Improve Revenue But Faces Legal And Competitive Challenges
Increased antenna sites could improve network quality and customer acquisition, boosting revenue growth.Analysis Article • Jan 14
1&1 (ETR:1U1) Could Be Struggling To Allocate Capital
If you're looking for a multi-bagger, there's a few things to keep an eye out for. Amongst other things, we'll want to...Analysis Article • Nov 20
There May Be Some Bright Spots In 1&1's (ETR:1U1) Earnings
The most recent earnings report from 1&1 AG ( ETR:1U1 ) was disappointing for shareholders. While the headline numbers...Analysis Article • Nov 13
There's No Escaping 1&1 AG's (ETR:1U1) Muted Earnings
When close to half the companies in Germany have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") above 16x, you may consider 1&1...Analysis Article • Oct 15
Returns On Capital At 1&1 (ETR:1U1) Paint A Concerning Picture
If you're looking for a multi-bagger, there's a few things to keep an eye out for. One common approach is to try and...Analysis Article • Aug 09
Improved Earnings Required Before 1&1 AG (ETR:1U1) Shares Find Their Feet
1&1 AG's ( ETR:1U1 ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 7.3x might make it look like a strong buy right now compared...Analysis Article • Jun 11
1&1 AG's (ETR:1U1) Intrinsic Value Is Potentially 96% Above Its Share Price
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, 1&1 fair value estimate is €34.19 Current share price of...Analysis Article • May 21
1&1's (ETR:1U1) Soft Earnings Don't Show The Whole Picture
The market for 1&1 AG's ( ETR:1U1 ) shares didn't move much after it posted weak earnings recently. We did some...Analysis Article • May 11
1&1 AG Just Missed EPS By 7.1%: Here's What Analysts Think Will Happen Next
It's shaping up to be a tough period for 1&1 AG ( ETR:1U1 ), which a week ago released some disappointing quarterly...Analysis Article • Apr 23
1&1's (ETR:1U1) Returns On Capital Not Reflecting Well On The Business
What trends should we look for it we want to identify stocks that can multiply in value over the long term? Amongst...Analysis Article • Feb 26
Improved Earnings Required Before 1&1 AG (ETR:1U1) Shares Find Their Feet
With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 9.3x 1&1 AG ( ETR:1U1 ) may be sending bullish signals at the moment...Analysis Article • Jan 04
1&1 (ETR:1U1) Has More To Do To Multiply In Value Going Forward
What are the early trends we should look for to identify a stock that could multiply in value over the long term? In a...Analysis Article • Dec 06
Is 1&1 AG (ETR:1U1) Expensive For A Reason? A Look At Its Intrinsic Value
Key Insights 1&1's estimated fair value is €12.99 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Current share price of...Analysis Article • Sep 07
Returns On Capital At 1&1 (ETR:1U1) Have Hit The Brakes
To find a multi-bagger stock, what are the underlying trends we should look for in a business? Firstly, we'd want to...Analysis Article • May 31
1&1 (ETR:1U1) Hasn't Managed To Accelerate Its Returns
If we want to find a stock that could multiply over the long term, what are the underlying trends we should look for...Analysis Article • Apr 01
Calculating The Fair Value Of 1&1 AG (ETR:1U1)
Key Insights The projected fair value for 1&1 is €10.25 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity 1&1's €10.12 share...Analysis Article • Feb 03
1&1 (ETR:1U1) Hasn't Managed To Accelerate Its Returns
What trends should we look for it we want to identify stocks that can multiply in value over the long term? One common...Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How 1&1 makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Dec 25 | 4,136 | 166 | 770 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 4,063 | 127 | 777 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 4,055 | 151 | 783 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 4,058 | 177 | 779 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 4,064 | 213 | 770 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 4,082 | 258 | 750 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 4,120 | 271 | 750 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 4,100 | 304 | 742 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 4,097 | 315 | 734 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 4,045 | 324 | 544 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 4,005 | 348 | 538 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 4,009 | 360 | 534 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 3,964 | 367 | 526 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 3,958 | 363 | 510 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 3,931 | 362 | 497 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 3,912 | 358 | 484 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 3,910 | 370 | 475 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 3,875 | 283 | 453 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 3,836 | 242 | 447 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 3,820 | 245 | 429 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 3,787 | 220 | 416 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 3,759 | 346 | 413 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 3,750 | 379 | 402 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 3,713 | 373 | 402 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 3,675 | 374 | 399 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 3,645 | 394 | 412 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 3,622 | 406 | 401 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 3,633 | 410 | 391 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 3,635 | 406 | 389 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 3,540 | 326 | 588 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 3,355 | 314 | 559 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 3,092 | 308 | 512 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 2,812 | 294 | 468 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 2,634 | 299 | 389 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 2,430 | 204 | 356 | 0 |
Quality Earnings: 1U1 has high quality earnings.
Growing Profit Margin: 1U1's current net profit margins (4%) are lower than last year (5.2%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: 1U1's earnings have declined by 9.7% per year over the past 5 years.
Accelerating Growth: 1U1's has had negative earnings growth over the past year, so it can't be compared to its 5-year average.
Earnings vs Industry: 1U1 had negative earnings growth (-22.1%) over the past year, making it difficult to compare to the Wireless Telecom industry average (86.5%).
Return on Equity
High ROE: 1U1's Return on Equity (2.8%) is considered low.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/12 18:48 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/12 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
1&1 AG is covered by 22 analysts. 8 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Stephen Malcolm | Arete Research Services LLP |
| Andrew Charles Beale | Arete Research Services LLP |
| Ganesha Nagesha | Barclays |