Solid market position in Austria: exploiting rising demand for
■Focus on premium customers and convergence
■Targeted addressing of growth potential through increased cross- and upselling, especially via A1
■Accelerated LTE and fibre roll-out reinforces infrastructure leadership
■Continuous efficiency improvement in terms of costs and investments
■Consistent implementation of convergence strategy: already convergent in 6 of 7 core markets
■Utilisation of ongoing strong demand for fixed-line products and data solutions
■Mobile Wi-Fi router complements fixed-line footprint
■Value-accretive M&A strengthening existing markets
Medium- to long-term growth with new business
areas thanks to digitalisation
■Preferred digitalisation partner for small and medium-sized companies
■Growth in ‘Internet of Things’ (IoT) and cloud-based ICT solutions for enterprises
■Growth potential beyond existing footprint — launch of A1 Digital in Germany; presence in
■Leverage ratio corresponds to rating targets (Investment grade rating)
■Rating confirmed by Moody’s (Baa2) and Standard & Poor’s (BBB) with a positive outlook
■Extensive financial flexibility for investments and M&A
Sustainable dividend policy
■Dividend level of EUR 0.20 with the potential to grow on a sustainable basis in line with the
Growth and
improved efficiency
Appropriate level of dividend
and total shareholder return