Deutsche Telekom’s stock surges as T-Mobile US earns top network honors
Deutsche Telekom has seen a recent rise in its share price, breaking above a key technical level on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange. The company’s strong performance comes alongside expansion plans and recognition for its US subsidiary, T-Mobile, as the country’s top mobile network.
The stock climbed past its 38-day moving average (GD38), indicating short-term upward momentum. It held steady into the long weekend, placing it near the upper end of its recent trading range. Analysts will watch closely in early 2026 to see if this breakout is supported by higher trading volumes.
Meanwhile, Deutsche Telekom is pushing ahead with major infrastructure upgrades. The firm plans to deploy Open RAN technology across up to 30,000 sites, aiming to cut dependence on single hardware suppliers and boost network flexibility. At the same time, its fibre network expansion continues, with new partnerships bringing coverage to an extra 900,000 households. T-Mobile US, the group’s American arm, was recently named 'America’s Best Mobile Network' by analytics firm Ookla. This accolade helps secure cash flow for the Bonn-based parent company, supporting its dividend payments. While some institutional investors, such as Davenport & Co LLC and Norden Group LLC, have slightly reduced their stakes in T-Mobile US, analysts describe this as typical year-end portfolio adjustments rather than a sign of weakening confidence. Compared to its US-focused rivals, Deutsche Telekom’s stock remains modestly valued on fundamental measures.
The company’s share price now sits in a stronger position, backed by technical gains and operational progress. With network upgrades underway and a solid performance from its US business, Deutsche Telekom heads into 2026 with improved market positioning and investor attention on trading volumes in the new year.
