Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) has announced robust consolidated financial results for the year ending December 31, 2025, reinforcing its position as Pakistan’s leading integrated telecom and ICT services provider. The Group reported 12% year-on-year (YoY) revenue growth, with consolidated annual revenue climbing to PKR 120 billion, driven by strong performance across broadband, enterprise, wholesale, and mobile services.
PTCL Financial Highlights 2025
PTCL’s strong operational execution translated into significant improvements across key financial metrics:
- Consolidated revenue increased by 12% YoY, supported by fixed broadband, enterprise solutions, wholesale, and mobile growth
- Operating profit surged by 216% YoY, highlighting improved efficiencies
- Net loss of PKR 9.7 billion was primarily due to accelerated Expected Credit Loss (ECL) provisioning at Ubank following changes in Prudential Regulations
- PTCL standalone operating profit reached PKR 18.2 billion, reflecting 49% YoY growth
- Despite a one-off PKR 6.9 billion pension liability, PTCL posted a net profit of PKR 1.4 billion
Flash Fiber and Business Solutions Drive Core Growth
PTCL’s fixed-line and enterprise segments delivered standout performance in 2025:
- Flash Fiber revenue grew by 50% YoY, maintaining the highest fiber broadband market share at 33%
- Business Solutions expanded by 16% YoY, reflecting rising enterprise demand
- Carrier and Wholesale segment recorded 28% growth, while the international segment grew by 3%
The launch of the high-value ‘Tez Raftaar’ Flash Fiber package played a key role in expanding access to affordable high-speed internet and accelerating digital adoption nationwide.
Ufone Shows Major Turnaround in 2025
Ufone also delivered a strong performance during FY 2025:
- Revenue increased by 14% YoY, driven by retail and corporate segments
- Operating profit reached PKR 17.6 billion, posting an impressive 283% YoY growth
- Net losses reduced by 89%, marking a significant turnaround
Ufone’s digital sub-brand Onic crossed 406,000 subscribers, achieving 169% YoY growth through its fully digital operating model.
PTCL Completes Landmark Telenor Pakistan Acquisition
PTCL achieved a major milestone with the successful acquisition of Telenor Pakistan, following all regulatory approvals. The transaction was formally completed on December 31, 2025, with financial consolidation beginning from January 1, 2026.
With Telenor Pakistan and Orion Towers now wholly owned subsidiaries, this transaction represents one of Pakistan’s largest telecom consolidations. PTCL has also initiated plans to amalgamate Telenor Pakistan and Ufone, subject to regulatory approvals, aiming to enhance nationwide coverage, improve efficiencies, and strengthen competitiveness.
Digital Services and Fintech Growth
PTCL’s digital ecosystem continued to scale rapidly in 2025:
- UPaisa crossed 1.5 million 30-day active users
- Transactions increased by 57% YoY, reaching a record 13.2 million monthly transactions
- Monthly throughput peaked at PKR 21.9 billion, up 33% YoY
- UPTCL Self-Care App exceeded 5.7 million monthly active users
Enterprise, Cloud, and Data Center Expansion
PTCL and Ufone strengthened their enterprise footprint by expanding:
- Smart Cloud services for digital banks, fintechs, and government institutions
- AI-ready, high-performance data center infrastructure
- IoT, M2M, and Device-as-a-Service platforms supporting enterprise and public-sector clients
Internationally, PTCL reinforced its carrier wholesale leadership through a resilient fiber backbone and diversified submarine cable network.
Innovation, Partnerships, and 5G-Ready Communities
PTCL delivered Pakistan’s first 5G-ready smart residential community, combining modern living with seamless digital connectivity. The company also became the first telecom operator in Pakistan to enable end-to-end bill payments and monthly PDF billing via WhatsApp.
In collaboration with Mercantile, PTCL and Ufone launched the Apple iPhone 17 series bundled with Flash Fiber and mobile offers in Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad.
Awards, Recognition, and Social Impact
PTCL’s performance and purpose-driven initiatives were recognised at the Dragons of Pakistan 2025 and Dragons of Asia 2025, where the company won Gold awards for its clean water access campaign under the ‘Dil Se’ platform.
Key social impact highlights include:
- Ba-Ikhtiar program, empowering women through digital and entrepreneurial training
- Pakistan’s first AI-powered sign-language early warning system in partnership with ConnectHear
- Clean water projects in Thar and Umerkot, benefiting thousands
- New MoU with PPAF to expand water access across South Punjab and Thar
PTCL’s strong financial performance in 2025 reflects a balanced focus on growth, innovation, digital transformation, and social impact. With the integration of Telenor Pakistan, expansion of fiber broadband, and continued investment in cloud, fintech, and enterprise solutions, PTCL is well-positioned to shape Pakistan’s digital future.
