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Cypriot Telecom Edge: Cyta Retains Mobile Market Dominance In First Half Of 2025

Market Leadership And Stability

Cyta maintained its formidable lead in the mobile telephony market during the first half of 2025, as reported by the Office of the Commissioner for Electronic Communications and Postal Services Regulation (OCECPR). With a 51% share of total mobile connections as of June, the provider continues to outpace its competitors despite a slight dip from 51.1% in the previous period, and still shows a robust increase from 49.9% year-on-year.

Competitive Dynamics And Subscriber Segments

In a closely contested market, rival operator Epic secured 27.3% of the mobile connections, following a marginal decline from 27.7% at the close of 2024. Meanwhile, Primetel and Cablenet recorded modest gains, rising to 11.2% and 10.6% respectively. Among contract subscribers, Cyta again emerged as the clear leader with 52.5% of the market share, closely trailed by Epic with 28%, while Cablenet and Primetel captured 11% and 8.5% respectively.

Unlimited Data And Prepaid Growth Trends

The trend towards unlimited data plans is evident, with Cyta leading a package that combines unlimited data, voice, and SMS at 42.9% market share. Epic follows at 32.9%, with Cablenet and Primetel securing 13.8% and 10.4% respectively. The prepaid market reflects a similar distribution: Cyta dominates with 46.9%, Epic retains 25.3%, Primetel holds 18.3%, and Cablenet occupies 9.5% of the segment.

Surge In Mobile Usage And Data Consumption

Overall, mobile usage has experienced robust growth, with an increase of 39,000 mobile users in the first half of the year. The total mobile penetration now stands at 160.4% of the population. Additionally, unlimited plans have become increasingly popular among contract subscribers, with 61% now enjoying these offerings, a slight uptick from the end of 2024.

Record High Mobile Broadband Traffic

The first quarter alone witnessed a historic peak in mobile broadband traffic, reaching 76,023 terabytes. This 7.5% rise in data consumption highlights a market trend driven by the expanding adoption of unlimited data plans, a competitive factor expected to intensify as the sector evolves.

In summary, Cyta’s sustained market leadership and strategic positioning underscore its continued dominance, even as competitors vie for increased share in a rapidly advancing digital landscape.

Cysec Orders Extension Of Trading Suspension For Four Listed Companies

Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission instructed the Cyprus Stock Exchange to extend the trading suspension of four listed companies that failed to meet financial reporting requirements. The measure keeps the companies suspended until they comply with disclosure rules or until June 30, 2026.

Regulatory Oversight And Enforcement

The suspension began on March 2, 2026 and remains in place pending compliance. Failure to submit required periodic financial reports triggered the decision. Cysec enforces disclosure requirements to maintain transparency and orderly market conditions.

Companies Under Scrutiny

Four listed companies are affected: Toxotis Investments Public Ltd, A. Tsokkos Hotels Public Ltd, Dome Investments Public Company Ltd, and Karyes Investments Public Company Ltd.

Toxotis Investments has not published its annual financial report for the year ended December 31, 2023 and has not disclosed subsequent interim or annual results. Meanwhile, the remaining companies have not released their 2024 annual reports or interim results for June 30, 2025. This lack of disclosure limits visibility into their financial position.

Implications For Investors

Lack of financial disclosures places investors at a disadvantage, as access to up-to-date reports is necessary to assess a company’s performance, risks, and market position. Without this information, investment decisions become more uncertain. Ongoing suspension reflects a controlled market environment where investor protection remains a priority and compliance with disclosure rules is required for continued trading.

A Clear Message On Compliance

The extended suspension signals that regulatory requirements on financial reporting are strictly enforced. Listed companies are expected to provide timely and complete disclosures as part of their obligations in the regulated market. Such measures support transparency and are used to maintain confidence in market operations and listed entities.

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