Airtel Africa Plc
AAF
Rank in Stocks
#1553
Airtel Africa Plc, operating alongside its various subsidiaries, functions as a... Airtel Africa Plc, operating alongside its various subsidiaries, functions as a leading pan-African provider of telecommunications and mobile financial services. The company's operations are strategically focused across Nigeria, East Africa, and Francophone Africa. Its comprehensive telecommunications portfolio includes both pay-as-you-go and contract-based wireless voice services, international roaming capabilities, and traditional fixed-line telephone connections. Furthermore, it delivers advanced data communication solutions, utilizing 2G, 3G, and 4G network technologies. Beyond connectivity, Airtel Africa offers a robust suite of mobile money services, such as digital wallet payment systems, accessible microloans, savings products, and convenient international money transfers. The company also provides a range of other services, including messaging, value-added services (VAS), enterprise solutions for businesses, and infrastructure sharing arrangements, along with necessary support services. Additionally, it is involved in the retail of mobile handsets and participates in various investment activities. Established in 2018, Airtel Africa Plc is headquartered in London, United Kingdom, and operates as a subsidiary of Airtel Africa Mauritius Limited.
Share Price
$3.86
Last synced: 2026-11-09
Market Cap
$13.98B
Change (1 day)
4.00%
Change (1 year)
-3.51%
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Operating Margin for Airtel Africa Plc (AAF)
Operating Margin as of November 2026 TTM: 33.94%
According to Airtel Africa Plc's latest financial reports, its current operating margin (TTM) is 33.94%. At the end of 2025 the company had an operating margin of 29.40%.
Operating Margin history for Airtel Africa Plc from 2017 to 2026
Operating Margin at the end of each year
| Year | Operating Margin | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | 33.94% | 15.44% |
| 2025 | 29.40% | -10.37% |
| 2024 | 32.80% | -1.88% |
| 2023 | 33.43% | 2.67% |
| 2022 | 32.56% | 13.73% |
| 2021 | 28.63% | -208.74% |
| 2020 | -26.33% | -210.40% |
| 2019 | 23.85% | 25.72% |
| 2018 | 18.97% | 216.17% |
| 2017 | 6.00% | 0.00% |
Operating Margin for similar companies or competitors
| Company | Operating Margin | Operating Margin Difference | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14.23% | -99.58% |
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| 20.86% | -99.39% |
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| 20.96% | -99.38% |
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| 18.56% | -99.45% |
US
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| 21.78% | -99.36% |
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What is a company's Operating Margin?
The operating margin is a key indicator to assess the profitability of a company. Higher operating margins are generaly better as they show that a company is able to sell its products or services for much more than their production costs. The operating margin is calculated by dividing a company's earnings by its revenue.
Questions about Airtel Africa Plc's operating margin
What is Airtel Africa Plc's operating margin?
Airtel Africa Plc's operating margin is 33.94%, as of Nov 2026.
What was Airtel Africa Plc's operating margin in 2025?
In 2025, Airtel Africa Plc's operating margin was 29.40%, compared with 32.80% in 2024.
How has Airtel Africa Plc's operating margin changed since 2020?
From 2020 to 2025, Airtel Africa Plc's operating margin was highest in 2023 (33.43%) and lowest in 2020 (-26.33%).
How does Airtel Africa Plc's operating margin compare with similar companies?
Airtel Africa Plc's operating margin (33.94%) is higher than that of all 5 similar companies listed above. The highest among them is Deutsche Telekom AG, with 21.78%.