TIM Brazil, one of the country’s leading telecommunications providers, reported record-breaking financial results for the fourth quarter of 2024.
The company achieved a normalized net profit of R$1.055 billion ($176 million), a 17.1% increase over the same period in 2023, marking its highest quarterly profit ever.
For the full year, net income grew by 6.8%, reaching R$25.4 billion ($4.233 billion). These results highlight TIM’s ability to capitalize on market opportunities while maintaining operational efficiency.
The company’s growth was primarily driven by its mobile internet business, particularly in the postpaid segment, which saw revenues rise 9.5%. Customers increasingly migrated to higher-value plans, and churn rates remained low, keeping average revenue per user (ARPU) stable at R$43.10.
However, prepaid revenues declined by 10.4%, with ARPU falling to R$14.70 due to reduced recharge volumes and customer transitions to postpaid services. Operational efficiency further bolstered TIM’s performance.
Normalized EBITDA rose by 6.2% to R$3.346 billion ($558 million), with an EBITDA margin of 50.5%. Total net revenue for the quarter reached R$6.631 billion ($1.105 billion), a 5.7% increase year-over-year, driven by strong mobile service growth and a 19.6% surge in product sales.
TIM’s Financial Resilience
Despite rising operational costs of R$3.285 billion ($548 million), TIM maintained margin expansion through disciplined cost control. Investments increased by 6.4% to R$1.375 billion ($229 million), largely directed toward expanding its 5G infrastructure.
With a net debt of R$10.5 billion ($1.75 billion) and free cash flow up 19.6% to R$2.354 billion ($392 million), TIM remains financially stable. The company is well-positioned for future growth.
CEO Alberto Griselli emphasized the company’s commitment to innovation and readiness for a competitive 2025. The company is targeting annual revenue growth of 5% and continued shareholder returns.
These results underscore TIM’s adaptability in a dynamic market. They offer valuable insights for investors and stakeholders navigating Brazil’s evolving telecom landscape.
