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Vodafone operates mobile and fixed-line networks and businesses in more than 20 countries. Its largest market is Germany, where it is the second mobile operator after Deutsche Telekom and owns a cable network after acquiring Kabel Deutschland in 2013 and Liberty Global Germany in 2019. In the UK it acts as a mobile operator and is attempting a merger with CK Hutchison. In 2024 Vodafone divested its Spanish and Italian divisions, given their low returns on invested capital.

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Unilever is on track to separate its Ice Cream business by 2025. The new entity, which includes brands like Wall&#39;s and Magnum, will be listed on Amsterdam, London, and New York exchanges.

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Shares of consumer goods major Unilever PLC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UL#NYSE">UL</a>) are trading <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/premarket" rel="noreferrer noopener">lower in premarket</a> on Thursday.
The company announced that it is making solid progress toward <a target="_blank" href="https://www.unilever.com/news/press-and-media/press-releases/2025/improved-performance-led-by-volume-growth-and-gross-margin-expansion/" rel="noreferrer noopener">separating </a>its Ice Cream division, with plans to finish the process by the close of 2025.
Significant steps have been taken in critical areas, such as forming legal entities, creating an independent operating structure, and finalizing the required financial separation documents.
Last year, Unilever said it planned to spin off its Ice Cream division and concentrate on a portfolio of brands that are well-positioned in desirable markets with <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/03/37815586/chilling-changes-unilever-to-separate-iconic-ice-cream-brands-in-strategic-shake-up" rel="noreferrer noopener">complementary business models</a>.
The Ice Cream unit includes notable global ice cream brands, such as Wall&#8217;s, Magnum, and Ben &amp; Jerry&#8217;s.
Jean-Francois van Boxmeer has been named Chair Designate for the newly independent Ice Cream business. With extensive experience in the consumer goods industry, van Boxmeer is currently the Chair of Vodafone Group Plc and a non-executive director at Heineken Holding N.V.
The Ice Cream unit will be separated through a demerger and listed on the Amsterdam, London, and New York stock exchanges, matching the current markets where Unilever shares are traded.
The Ice Cream business will be incorporated in the Netherlands, and its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/03/37916172/unilevers-ice-cream-unit-may-find-home-in-amsterdam-over-london-report">headquarters will be maintained in Amsterdam.</a>
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The decision comes after a thorough evaluation by Unilever&#8217;s Board of Directors, aimed at maximizing returns for shareholders while positioning the Ice Cream business for future success.
For the fiscal year 2024, Unilever reported a 4.2% increase in underlying sales, driven by a 2.9% growth in volume.
&nbsp;Turnover&nbsp;rose by 1.9% to 60.8 billion euros ($63.16 billion), with a negative impact of -0.7% from currency fluctuations and -1.5% from net divestments.
Power Brands, which account for over 75% of turnover, led the growth with a 5.3% underlying sales growth and a 3.8% increase in volume.
Brand and marketing investment rose by 120 basis points to 15.5%, marking the highest level in more than a decade.
The underlying operating margin grew by 170 basis points to 18.4%, while the gross margin expanded by 280 basis points.
Underlying earnings per share rose by 14.7%, though diluted EPS fell 10.6% due to losses from disposals and increased spending on productivity initiatives.
The quarterly dividend was increased by 6.1% compared to fourth-quarter FY23, and a new 1.5 billion euros share buyback program was announced.
Outlook: Unilever expects a slower start to 2025 with subdued growth in the short term, but both market conditions and growth are expected to improve as the year progresses, driven by price hikes reflecting higher commodity costs in 2025.
The company forecasts underlying sales growth for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/guidance">2025 of 3% &#8211; 5%.</a>
Price Action: UL shares are trading lower by 6.26% at $55.44 in premarket at the las check Thursday.
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Vodafone Group shares are trading lower after the company reported Q3 financial results.

Group total revenue: Increased by 5.0% to €9.8 billion in Q3 with good organic service revenue growth partially offset by adverse foreign exchange movements.&nbsp;
− Group service revenue: Grew by 5.6% in Q3 to €7.9 billion and on an organic basis increased 5.2% (Q2: 4.2%), driven by broadbased growth, excluding Germany. The acceleration in quarterly trends was driven by the UK and Africa.
− Group Adjusted EBITDAaL: Increased by 2.2% on an organic basis to €2.8 billion, as service revenue growth in most markets and lower energy costs in Europe more than offset the impact of the TV law change in Germany. The Adjusted EBITDAaL margin of 28.8% was 0.5 percentage points lower year-on-year on an organic basis. On a year-to-date basis, Adjusted EBITDAaL increased by 3.2% on an organic basis to €8.2 billion. Operating profit decreased by 18.4% to €1.0 billion&nbsp;
− Share buybacks: Third €0.5 billion tranche completed 22 January 2025, with 1.8 billion shares repurchased for €1.5 billion since May 2024. Final €0.5 billion tranche from the initial €2 billion buyback programme commencing today.&nbsp;
− Group FY25 guidance reiterated: On track to deliver Group Adjusted EBITDAaL of c.€11 billion and Group Adjusted free cash flow of at least €2.4 billion. − UK merger: In December 2024, the UK's Competition and Markets Authority approved the combination of Vodafone and Three in the UK. We expect the merger to formally complete in the next few months.&nbsp;
− Vodafone Italy disposal: The sale of Vodafone Italy to Swisscom AG for €8 billion in cash completed on 31 December 2024. Proceeds have been used to reduce ne

Vodafone Group Q3 2025 Trading Update: Revenue €9.81B (+5% YoY) And Operating Profit €1.022B (-18.4% YoY); Reiterates FY25 Guidance

AST SpaceMobile, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASTS#NASDAQ">ASTS</a>) shares are trading higher premarket on Monday. The company disclosed a definitive long-term commercial agreement with Vodafone Group Plc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VOD#NASDAQ">VOD</a>) through 2034.
This partnership marks a significant advancement in their efforts to expand <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/12/b42386929/ast-spacemobile-announces-definitive-commercial-agreement-with-vodafone-through-2034" rel="noreferrer noopener">global broadband connectivity.</a>
The agreement establishes a framework for Vodafone to provide space-based cellular broadband connectivity in its home markets and to other operators through its Partner Markets program.
Since 2018, Vodafone has been a key investor and technology partner in AST SpaceMobile, contributing to major breakthroughs in direct-to-device 2G, 4G, and 5G connectivity.
Vodafone has now ordered its first Block 1 BlueBird gateway, advancing the deployment of AST SpaceMobile&#8217;s global network.
This gateway will enable users outside traditional coverage areas to connect directly to AST SpaceMobile&#8217;s satellites, routing data through Vodafone's network for broadband access.
The next-generation Block 2 BlueBird satellites, with communications arrays up to 2,400 square feet, will offer up to 10 times the bandwidth capacity of current BlueBird satellites.
This will enable peak data transmission speeds of up to 120 Mbps, supporting voice, full data, and video applications.
Last week, AST SpaceMobile collaborated with Cadence Design Systems to develop the <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/12/42295964/space-based-internet-gets-a-boost-ast-spacemobile-and-cadence-collaborate-on-high-bandwidth-satellite-chip" rel="noreferrer noopener">AST5000 ASIC for its BlueBird satellite program</a>.
Last month, AST SpaceMobile&nbsp;reported&nbsp;third-quarter revenue of $1.1 million and an adjusted loss of $1.10 per share, missing&nbsp;analyst estimates<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/space/24/11/41994523/ast-spacemobile-misses-q3-earnings-expectations-announces-new-launch-service-agreements" rel="noreferrer noopener"> for a loss of 20 cents per share</a>.
Investors can gain exposure to the ASTS via&nbsp;Procure Space ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UFO#NASDAQ">UFO</a>).
Price Action: ASTS shares are up 9.52% at $27.73 premarket at the last check Monday.
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Oracle Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>) will release its second quarter fiscal year 2025 results after the<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ORCL/earnings"> closing bell on Monday, Dec. 9.</a>
Analysts expect the Austin, Texas-based company to report quarterly earnings at $1.48 per share, up from $1.34 per share in the year-ago period. Oracle is projected to report quarterly revenue of $14.12 billion, compared to $12.94 billion a year earlier, according to data from <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a>.
Oracle recently strengthened its collaboration with Vodafone Group Plc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VOD#NASDAQ">VOD</a>) Business IoT to provide global IoT connectivity for customers using Oracle's Enterprise Communications Platform (ECP) applications.
Oracle shares gained 2.9% to close at $191.69 on Friday.
Benzinga readers can access the latest analyst ratings on the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/22/09/28888638/exclusive-study-finds-benzinga-analyst-ratings-data-yields-market-beating-strategie">Analyst Stock Ratings</a> page. Readers can sort by stock ticker, company name, analyst firm, rating change or other variables.
Let's have a look at how Benzinga's most-accurate <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/TJX/analyst-ratings">analysts have rated the company</a> in the recent period.
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<li>Guggenheim analyst John Difucci maintained the stock with a Buy rating and raised the price target from $200 to $220 on Dec. 5. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 63%.</li>
<li>Jefferies analyst Brent Thill maintained a Buy rating and boosted the price target from $190 to $220 on Dec. 5. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 79%.</li>
<li>RBC Capital analyst Alex Zukin initiated coverage on the stock a Sector Perform rating and a price target of $165 on Oct. 23. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 81%.</li>
<li>JMP Securities analyst Patrick Walravens maintained a Market Outperform rating and boosted the price target from $175 to $205 on Oct. 18. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 71%.</li>
<li>Bernstein analyst Mark Moerdler maintained an Outperform rating and increased the price target from $201 to $202 on Sept. 30. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 74%.</li>
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<a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fast-science.com%2F&amp;esheet=54163580&amp;newsitemid=20241208628293&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=AST+SpaceMobile%2C+Inc.&amp;index=1&amp;md5=6e98717b247209a99ac3a5b1b93c6e81">AST SpaceMobile, Inc.</a> ("AST SpaceMobile") (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASTS#NASDAQ">ASTS</a>), the company building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network accessible directly by everyday smartphones, designed for both commercial and government applications, and Vodafone Group Plc (Vodafone) (LSE: VOD), a leading European and African telecommunications company, announced today that they have entered into a definitive long-term commercial agreement through 2034. This is a significant step forward in their collaboration to expand broadband connectivity globally.

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Following successful completion of its business support systems transformation, expansion and extension of existing agreement supports Vodafone Italy's commitment to bringing next-generation services and experiences to its customers
JERSEY CITY, NJ / ACCESSWIRE / November 12, 2024 / Amdocs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOX#NASDAQ">DOX</a>), a leading provider of software and services to communications and media companies, today announced a five-year extension of its strategic collaboration with Vodafone Italy. Under the new agreement, Amdocs will modernize the Italian service provider's business platform to cloud-ready and cloud-native solutions, and migrate the operator's business support systems environment to the Microsoft Azure cloud.
Designed to empower Vodafone Italy to deliver faster, high-quality and next-generation services and experiences to its customers, this new collaboration will also enable the service provider to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs. As part of the project, Amdocs will also continue to support Vodafone Italy's ongoing modernization of its IT systems.

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Vodafone Group shares are trading lower. The company reported H1 financial results.

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Oracle Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>) is strengthening its collaboration with Vodafone Group Plc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VOD#NASDAQ">VOD</a>) Business IoT to provide global IoT connectivity for customers using Oracle&#8217;s Enterprise<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/11/n41737754/vodafone-business-iot-to-provide-global-connectivity-for-the-oracle-enterprise-communications-plat" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Communications Platform (ECP) applications</a>.
Leveraging Oracle Cloud Infrastructure&#8217;s high performance and security, ECP employs edge architecture to deliver seamless connectivity and near real-time data intelligence, enabling critical new services for businesses.
The platform leverages Vodafone&#8217;s Global SIM for cellular connectivity, enhancing Oracle&#8217;s diverse industry applications.
This integration enables industries to manage and connect IoT devices, facilitating a new wave of cloud-based services.
The combination of Oracle&#8217;s ECP and Vodafone Business IoT&#8217;s connectivity introduces capabilities like embedded AI, secure device lifecycle management, connection management, and advanced media routing and conferencing.
Erik Brenneis, CEO Vodafone Business IoT, said, &#8220;This collaboration will help customers to expand their operations and accelerate on a global scale with compliant connectivity in over 180 countries worldwide. We look forward to our ongoing partnership with Oracle, where we can connect more customers in more countries.&#8221;
Andrew&nbsp;Morawski, executive vice president and general manager, Oracle Communications commented, &#8220;By expanding our long partnership with Vodafone and bringing its extensive global network reach and IoT expertise together with Oracle&#8217;s, wide-ranging portfolio of industry suites, we can help create new ways to delight customers and deliver new revenue streams.&#8221;
Last month, Oracle disclosed its plan to pursue qualification as a Qualified Health Information Network (QHIN) under the Trusted Exchange <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/10/41576526/oracle-takes-the-lead-in-healthcare-innovation-with-new-data-and-talent-solutions-details" rel="noreferrer noopener">Framework&nbsp;and Common Agreement (TEFCA)</a>.
Oracle Health's network will provide a centralized, secure gateway for healthcare data exchange, streamlining information sharing among hospitals, clinics, and insurers.
Investors can gain exposure to Oracle through&nbsp;Pacer Funds Pacer Data and Digital Revolution ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TRFK#NYSE">TRFK</a>) and First Trust NASDAQ Technology Dividend Index Fund (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TDIV#NASDAQ">TDIV</a>).
Price Action: ORCL shares are up 0.29% at $170.08 premarket at the last check Tuesday.
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Oracle Strengthens IoT Offerings With Vodafone's Global Connectivity Solutions

Oracle Communications Summit --&nbsp;Oracle is building on its partnership with Vodafone Business IoT to bring global IoT connectivity to <a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4294520-1&amp;h=3217869142&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.oracle.com%2Findustries%2Fenterprise-communications-platform%2F&amp;a=Oracle%27s+Enterprise+Communications+Platform">Oracle's Enterprise Communications Platform</a>&nbsp;(ECP) industry applications customers. Built on the high performance and security of&nbsp;<a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4294520-1&amp;h=4155068230&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.oracle.com%2Fcloud%2F&amp;a=Oracle+Cloud+Infrastructure">Oracle Cloud Infrastructure</a>, ECP uses edge architecture to give businesses the out-of-the-box connectivity and near real-time data intelligence required to power essential new services.
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The platform, which uses Vodafone's Global SIM for cellular connectivity, underpins Oracle's extensive portfolio of industry applications giving industries the ability to orchestrate, connect, and manage IoT devices and a new generation of cloud-based services. The combination of Oracle's ECP with Vodafone Business IoT's connectivity enables new capabilities such as embedded AI, secure device lifecycle management, connection management and advanced media routing and conferencing.
By integrating Vodafone's innovative Global SIM&nbsp;with Oracle's Enterprise Communications Platform, Oracle industry applications customers will benefit from near real-time communications capabilities with&nbsp;a secure and reliable connectivity service. Furthermore, with access to Vodafone's expansive IoT network of over 180 countries, businesses will have connectivity compliant with local regulatory requirements – meaning that they will be able to operate globally and grow more efficiently.

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Vodafone Group Plc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VOD#NASDAQ">VOD</a>) expanded collaboration with Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) with a 10-year deal to enhance services, devices, and <a target="_blank" href="https://www.vodafone.com/news/technology/vodafone-and-google-deepen-strategic-partnership-with-10-yr-deal" rel="noreferrer noopener">TV </a>experiences for customers in Europe and Africa, leveraging Google Cloud and Gemini models.
The deal is expected to provide storage, security, and AI assistance to Vodafone customers in 15 countries and partners in 45 additional markets.
Notably, Vodafone will expand access to Google&#8217;s AI-powered Pixel devices on its 5G network in Europe, while continuing to promote the Android ecosystem.
Also, Vodafone TV will become more personalized using Google Cloud&#8217;s AI for content search and recommendations, with plans to integrate Google Ad Manager for future advertising.
&#8220;Our expanded partnership with Vodafone will help bring our most advanced AI products and services, including our Gemini models, to more people across Europe and Africa,&#8221; said Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google and Alphabet.
The companies will also expand their partnership with Google Cloud, using Vertex AI to deliver new services, and develop a cloud-native security service for Vodafone&#8217;s business customers with Google Cloud&#8217;s Security Operations platform.
By 2025, Vodafone plans to offer Google One AI Premium subscriptions, including Gemini Advanced, in select markets.
This month, Vodafone Group signed an agreement to create a logistics hub for mobile and <a target="_blank" href="https://www.vodafone.com/news/products/vodafone-to-create-pan-european-logistics-hub-in-luxembourg" rel="noreferrer noopener">fixed </a>network equipment in Europe.
Investors can gain exposure to VOD via&nbsp;Keating Active ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KEAT#NASDAQ">KEAT</a>) and&nbsp;Pacer Developed Markets International Cash Cows 100 ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ICOW#BATS">ICOW</a>).
Price Action: VOD shares are trading flat at $9.69 at the last check Tuesday.
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Vodafone and Three's response to the CMA's Notice of Possible Remedies (Remedies Notice) has been published today.
Vodafone and Three disagree with the CMA's Provisional Findings. Our merger will be pro-growth, pro-customer, pro-investment and pro-competitive for the UK. It is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to transform UK digital infrastructure with £11 billion of network investment.
We continue to constructively engage with the CMA and remain confident that we can work with them to secure approval. Our response to the Remedies Notice contains several additional commitments, which we believe comprehensively address the issues they have raised.

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Milestone enables Vodafone Ireland to deliver superior customer experiences and operational excellence through a consolidated customer view and simplified architecture
JERSEY CITY, NJ / ACCESSWIRE / September 19, 2024 / Amdocs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DOX#NASDAQ">DOX</a>), a leading provider of software and services to communications and media companies, today announced the successful completion of a unified single business support system (BSS) and operations support system (OSS) platform transformation for Vodafone Ireland, integrating mobile and fixed communication services into a single, streamlined system, enhancing operational efficiency and customer experience.
The new platform provides a consolidated customer view, empowering front-line agents to make informed decisions, reducing errors, and streamlining processes. This transformation leads to a more automated, quicker, and consistent customer journey.

Vodafone Ireland Completes Unified Platform Transformation With Amdocs, Enhancing Customer Experience And Operational Efficiency

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