Updated Mar 23, 2026 by KDDI
KDDI reported strong H1 fiscal 2017 results with ¥2,301.6 billion in operating revenue and ¥532.6 billion in operating income, achieving 60.2% of its full-year operating income forecast.
The company maintains a target of 7% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) through the fiscal year ending March 2019 despite competitive pressures from MVNO subscriber migration.
Financial performance was driven by an increase in au ARPA (Average Revenue Per Account) and a reduction in handset sales expenses, resulting in an EBITDA of ¥815.5 billion.
The 'Life Design' strategy focuses on diversifying revenue beyond telecommunications by expanding the 'au Economic Zone' through integrated shopping, financial services, and the au STAR membership program.
Key growth enablers include the expansion of au WALLET credit card services and the integration of carrier billing with digital platforms such as the App Store and Apple Pay.
International expansion is centered on the TELEHOUSE data center business, which recently added new facilities in London and Paris, alongside a joint venture with Myanma Posts and Telecommunications.
KDDI reported strong H1 fiscal 2017 results with ¥2,301.6 billion in operating revenue and ¥532.6 billion in operating income, achieving 60.2% of its full-year operating income forecast.
The company maintains a target of 7% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) through the fiscal year ending March 2019 despite competitive pressures from MVNO subscriber migration.
Financial performance was driven by an increase in au ARPA (Average Revenue Per Account) and a reduction in handset sales expenses, resulting in an EBITDA of ¥815.5 billion.
The 'Life Design' strategy focuses on diversifying revenue beyond telecommunications by expanding the 'au Economic Zone' through integrated shopping, financial services, and the au STAR membership program.
Key growth enablers include the expansion of au WALLET credit card services and the integration of carrier billing with digital platforms such as the App Store and Apple Pay.
International expansion is centered on the TELEHOUSE data center business, which recently added new facilities in London and Paris, alongside a joint venture with Myanma Posts and Telecommunications.