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South Africa’s Internet Access Revolution: The Shocking Truth About Connectivity in 2025

South Africa’s Internet Access Revolution: The Shocking Truth About Connectivity in 2025

Telkom/Openserve’s ADSL subscribers fell below 36,000 by end-2024, down from over 1 million in 2015, as fiber-to-the-home subscriptions rose to 2.47 million. Over 69% of South Africans access the internet via mobile, while only 13% of households have fixed-line internet. Vodacom’s 5G covers 52% of the population, MTN 45%. Starlink’s entry remains blocked by licensing rules as of mid-2025.

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  • Independent Bank (INDB) May Be Undervalued Despite Recent Price Gains
    March 21, 2026, 7:50 PM EDT. Independent Bank's (INDB) share price is up 22.6% over the past year but has dipped 9.2% in the last 30 days. The stock trades around $74.70, with valuation analysis indicating it may still be undervalued by approximately 15.7%. The Excess Returns model, which assesses profit above shareholders' required returns, values the stock at about $88.62 per share compared to its current price. Independent Bank's return on equity stands at 7.36%, slightly above its cost of equity, suggesting moderate excess returns. Despite investor interest and recent market fluctuations, the bank scores low on some standard valuation checks, warranting cautious examination. These insights come amid broader shifts in sentiment toward U.S. regional banks and financial stocks.
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