DEUTSCHE TELEKOM EXPLORES FULL T-MOBILE MERGER

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TUE, APR 21, 2026

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Deutsche Telekom is evaluating a complete combination with T-Mobile US, which would consolidate its American subsidiary into a single multinational entity. The deal would rank as the largest public M&A transaction ever recorded.

Deutsche Telekom AG holds a majority stake in T-Mobile US Inc. A full merger would eliminate the parent-subsidiary structure and create an integrated telecom group operating across multiple continents. The combination would represent a significant consolidation in the telecommunications sector. T-Mobile US has established itself as a major player in the American market, while Deutsche Telekom maintains substantial operations across Europe. No timeline or terms have been disclosed. The company is currently in the evaluation phase, with sources indicating the proposal remains under review by leadership. A transaction of this scale would require regulatory approval in multiple jurisdictions and shareholder consent. The merger would be structured as a public offering, fundamentally reshaping the corporate hierarchy of one of Europe's largest telecom operators. Further announcements are expected as deliberations progress.

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