Telecom Europe: 2026 Q1

What are the latest trends shaping the European telecommunications industry?

European telecom stocks rallied in early 2026, but the fundamentals remain cautious. The EU's Digital Networks Act signals regulatory intent, yet its near-term impact is incremental, and the sector stays overvalued despite improved sentiment. 

In this Q1 2026 European Telecom Pulse, Morningstar Equity Research examines where pressure is building across Europe's key telecom markets, which operators are best positioned to defend profitability, and why disciplined capital allocation matters more than ever. Download the full report. 

European-Telecoms-Pulse-Q1-2026_LP-Cover.svg

What’s inside:

  • Why the EU Digital Networks Act brings refinements, not structural change 
  • Market-by-market outlooks across France, Germany, Italy, Spain, the UK, the Netherlands and Sweden

  • Valuation insights, dividend sustainability analysis and our top picks 

Get the Report