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Steady course in turbulent times
Fornebu, Norway - May 6, 2025 - Telenor Group increased its revenues during a quarter of global economic instability due to fast-changing tariffs and geopolitical turmoil. This unpredictability has also created new business opportunities in the Nordics. First quarter highlights: Service revenues of NOK 16.1 billion in the quarterAdjusted EBITDA of NOK 8.6 billion in the quarterFree cash flow before M&A of NOK 3.0 billion in the quarter During the first quarter, Telenor delivered year-over-year o
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