BT Group Half Year Financial Results 2023: Revenue Growth and Digital Transformation Progress
BT Group, Britain’s leading telecommunications company, has released its financial results for the first half of the 2023/24 fiscal year. The report highlights significant progress in the company’s modernization strategy and network deployment initiatives, alongside stable financial performance in a challenging market environment.
Key Financial Highlights
Metric | H1 2023/24 Result | Year-on-Year Change |
Revenue | £10.4 billion | +3% |
EBITDA | £3.9 billion | +1% |
Capital Expenditure | £2.6 billion | -2% |
Operational Performance
The company reported substantial progress in its fibre broadband rollout program:
• Reached 11.5 million premises with full fibre connectivity
• Added 330,000 new FTTP customers during the period
• Achieved 38% consumer fibre base penetration
Strategic Initiatives
BT Group continues to advance its strategic transformation:
• Digital modernization program delivering cost savings
• Network optimization and legacy system retirement on track
• Enhanced mobile coverage through EE network expansion
Market Position and Future Outlook
The Group maintains its market leadership position:
• Strong performance in enterprise segment
• Growing consumer broadband market share
• On track to meet full-year financial guidance
Network Infrastructure Development
Significant progress in network enhancement:
• 5G network coverage expansion reaching 68% of UK population
• Rural connectivity improvements through Shared Rural Network programme
• Continued investment in network security and resilience
Financial Management
The company demonstrated robust financial management:
• Maintained stable cash flow generation
• Cost reduction initiatives delivering results
• Pension deficit management progressing as planned
Corporate Governance Updates
Key governance developments include:
• Progress on ESG initiatives
• Enhanced cybersecurity measures
• Strengthened regulatory compliance frameworks