March 4th, 2025 | 07:10 CET
Deutsche Telekom, MiMedia, Xiaomi – On the trail of powerful growth drivers
Today, we are looking at three companies that have recently caused a stir. All of them are active in promising fields of technology, rely on intelligent expansion, and deliver impressive growth figures. Whether through smart product innovations, collaborations with industry giants, or global market strategies – they are united by the pursuit of efficiency and sustainable success. In this context, the Mobile World Congress 2025 in Barcelona is making headlines this month. New network standards, AI-supported services, and global partnerships illustrate the surge in innovation from which these three companies are also benefiting.
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Armin Schulz
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DT.TELEKOM AG NA | DE0005557508 , MIMEDIA HOLDINGS INC | CA60250B1067 , XIAOMI CORP. CL.B | KYG9830T1067
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Armin Schulz
Born in Mönchengladbach, he studied business administration in the Netherlands. In the course of his studies he came into contact with the stock exchange for the first time. He has more than 25 years of experience in stock market business.
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Deutsche Telekom - Record figures, but valuation risks in focus
Deutsche Telekom reported historic key figures for 2024. Group revenue rose by 3.4% to EUR 115.8 billion, and adjusted EBITDA increased by 6.2% to EUR 43.0 billion. Free cash flow climbed by 18.7%, driven by the US business with T-Mobile. Despite these successes, investors doubt the further upward momentum. Since the low below EUR 20 in 2023, the share price has increased by over 70% – including dividends. Analysts see the valuation at a price-earnings ratio (P/E ratio) of 15.1 as exhausted, especially since the dividend yield has fallen to below 2.8%.
The P/E ratio is well above the historical five-year average of around 13 and those of competitors such as Vodafone or Verizon, at around 8.6 and 10.4, respectively. Although Deutsche Telekom is forecasting annual earnings per share growth of 9-11% until 2027, even with optimistic assumptions, an annual upside potential of less than 5% seems realistic. Risks such as price wars in core markets and regulatory uncertainties – for example, in the expansion of fibre optic networks – could weigh on margins. Although CEO Tim Höttges emphasizes progress in artificial intelligence (AI) and network modernization, the share price already reflects many of these successes.
The US subsidiary T-Mobile remains a growth driver with 6.1 million new customers in 2024, while the fibre-optic rollout is picking up speed with 472,000 new customers in Germany. The planned record dividend of EUR 0.90 per share and share buybacks of up to EUR 2 billion underscore the capital discipline. Nevertheless, experts warn of a "Priced to Perfection" scenario. For long-term investors, Telekom remains a quality stock – but in the short term, volatility is likely to increase if the growth momentum slows. The stock is currently available for EUR 34.99.
MiMedia – Cloud platform with turbo-charged growth
MiMedia Holdings is setting new standards in managing personal media with its AI-powered cloud platform. Since January 2025, smartphones have been shipped with the solution integrated as a pre-installed media library. According to CEO Chris Giordano, the first 2 million smartphones are already being delivered and sold on time in the US – a milestone that immediately generates mobile advertising revenue and future cloud subscriptions once the free 5 GB is used up. With advertising CPMs, meaning the price for 1,000 impressions, between USD 12 and 18 and a predicted average revenue per user (ARPU) of over USD 10, the model scales efficiently. Partnerships with handset manufacturers and telecommunications companies further secure recurring revenues with margins exceeding 80%.
To exploit the advertising potential fully, MiMedia is deepening its cooperation with AppLovin. The marketing tech company uses its own AI to optimize the display of ads within the platform. This should further increase ARPU while simultaneously driving global expansion. Priority markets such as Latin America, Africa, and Southeast Asia offer enormous potential. By 2025, 1 billion new smartphones could be added there. MiMedia addresses these regions with localized features, including language support for Africa with Swahili, Indian dialects, and many other countries. This allows users worldwide to access the app, which is protected by 16 patents.
With a roadshow in Toronto and participation at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, MiMedia is positioning itself with investors and potential partners. The Company emphasizes the predictability of its revenues. In the US alone, the Company sees a gross revenue potential of over USD 125 million based on current device contracts. In the long term, the Company plans to increase customer lifetime by retaining platform users with a more advanced product environment that can be easily transferred from phone to phone. Management expects further partnership announcements in 2025, particularly in emerging markets with high smartphone growth. The stock has gained 137% since the beginning of the year and is currently consolidating. The share price is currently trading at CAD 0.495.
Xiaomi - Tech giant on the fast track
Xiaomi is solidifying its position in the global smartphone market through a targeted premium strategy. With models like the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, equipped with Leica camera technology, Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, and a 200-megapixel periscope lens, the Company is targeting tech-savvy buyers. In China, the market share recently rose to 17.2% in the fourth quarter, while Apple fell back to third place. The combination of high-end features and competitive pricing makes Xiaomi the preferred provider in emerging markets – a key to further growth. The next product generation could further boost profit margins.
Beyond smartphones, Xiaomi is aggressively expanding its IoT portfolio. With smart TVs, refrigerators, and air conditioners, the Company is entering lucrative home electronics markets and competing directly with manufacturers like Haier. More than 100 million users already control devices via the Xiaomi home app – a testament to growing customer loyalty. The integration of AI-controlled solutions and cross-selling between device categories is strengthening the brand presence. This "flywheel effect" will likely drive revenue diversification: the IoT sector could become the second-largest revenue driver by 2025.
Xiaomi surprises with its e-mobility figures. The SU7 model achieved 130,000 sales in its first year, and the successor model YU7 (against Tesla's Model Y) is coming in mid-2025. With 508 hp, a 466 km range and a CATL battery, Xiaomi is focusing on performance at moderate prices. Synergies with the IoT ecosystem – for example, via HyperOS software – could support margins in the long term. Analysts see parallels to Tesla's software-driven business model here. At an enterprise value to sales multiple of 2.3 (vs. 8x for Apple/Tesla), the valuation appears conservative when compared to Tesla, which has an approximately 8x multiple. If they align the values only slightly, this means upside potential for the Xiaomi share, which is currently available for EUR 6.25.
The three companies presented embody growth and innovation with their different business models. Deutsche Telekom relies on strong cash flows and long-term technology initiatives. MiMedia is conquering new markets with AI-powered cloud platforms and impressing with high margins. Xiaomi inspires with an extensive ecosystem that ranges from smartphones to e-mobility and is a pioneer in bridging the gap between hardware and software. Together, they show how future-oriented strategies can successfully position companies globally.
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