Eutelsat Communications (LSE:ETL) Total Operating Expense: €1,228 Mil (TTM As of Dec. 2025)

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LSE:ETL Eutelsat Communications LSE:ETL
65 GF Score
Price €4.20
GF Value €6.34
Valuation Possible Value Trap
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What is Eutelsat Communications Total Operating Expense?

Eutelsat Communications LSE:ETL 65 Total Operating Expense is €1,228 Mil as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus rates LSE:ETL with a GF Score™ of 65/100 and a GF Value™ of €6.34 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review.

Eutelsat Communications's Total Operating Expense for the six months ended in Dec. 2025 was €590 Mil. Eutelsat Communications's Total Operating Expense for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was €1,228 Mil.

Eutelsat Communications Total Operating Expense Related Terms

Eutelsat Communications Total Operating Expense Historical Data

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Eutelsat Communications Total Operating Expense Chart

Eutelsat Communications Annual Data
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Eutelsat Communications Total Operating Expense Calculation

Total Operating Expense is the primary recurring expense associated with central operations that are incurred in order to generate sales.


Total Operating Expense for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 adds up the semi-annually data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €1,228 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

What does a Total Operating Expense of €1,228 Mil mean?
Eutelsat Communications (LSE:ETL) has a Total Operating Expense of €1,228 Mil as of Dec. 2025. Total operating expense is the primary recurring expense associated with central operations. View historical data on Eutelsat Communications and its competitors.
Is Eutelsat Communications' Total Operating Expense too high?
Eutelsat Communications' current Total Operating Expense is €1,228 Mil. Overall, Eutelsat Communications has a GF Score™ of 65/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Eutelsat Communications' Total Operating Expense compare to TMUS and VZ?
Eutelsat Communications' Total Operating Expense of €1,228 Mil can be compared against companies in the Telecommunication Services industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Total Operating Expense for a Telecommunication Services company?
A good Total Operating Expense depends on the Telecommunication Services industry context. However, Total Operating Expense should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Total Operating Expense mean?
A high Total Operating Expense can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Total operating expense is the primary recurring expense associated with central operations. View historical data on Eutelsat Communications and its competitors. Eutelsat Communications's current Total Operating Expense is €1,228 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Eutelsat Communications stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Eutelsat Communications (LSE:ETL) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is €6.34, compared to a current price of €4.20 — trading 33.8% below its estimated fair value. The current Total Operating Expense is €1,228 Mil. Eutelsat Communications' overall GF Score™ is 65/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Total Operating Expense calculated?
Total Operating Expense is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Eutelsat Communications (LSE:ETL), the current Total Operating Expense is €1,228 Mil as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Eutelsat Communications (LSE:ETL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Eutelsat Communications stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €4.20 is trading 33.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of €6.34. GuruFocus considers Eutelsat Communications to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for LSE:ETL:

  • Total Operating Expense: €1,228 Mil
  • GF Value™: €6.34 vs. price of €4.20 (33.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 65/100 with 5 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the LSE:ETL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Eutelsat Communications Business Description

Address 32, boulevard Gallieni, Eutelsat Communications, Issy-les-Moulineaux, Paris, FRA, 92130
Eutelsat Communications is a satellite operator, specialised in the supply of connectivity and broadcasting services across various countries. Its coverage spans the EMEA, the Americas, and Asia. It operates a fleet of various satellites serving broadcasters, telecommunications operators, Internet service providers, and government agencies. These satellites are used for video broadcasting, news gathering, broadband services, and data connectivity solutions. The company generates revenue in Europe, the Americas, the Middle East, France, Italy, the United Kingdom, Africa, and Asia.
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