'Telcos may do well in Q1; tariff hikes likely in H2,' say analysts

Telecom operators are poised for single-digit revenue growth this quarter, driven by steady subscriber additions and users opting for premium 4G/5G plans. Analysts anticipate tariff hikes in the latter half of the fiscal year, with projections ranging from 10-20%. Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea are expected to see user base expansion, contributing to ARPU increases, though recent earnings reflect the absence of immediate price adjustments.