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T-Mobile US, Inc. · 2026-09-07 · Importance 31 · Surprise 42

Merger discussions between Deutsche Telekom and T-Mobile US that began in April reportedly stalled by late July. The talks were constrained by disagreements over transaction structure and regulatory concerns. Deutsche Telekom owns a 54% stake in T-Mobile, while Elliott Investment Management reportedly opposes the merger and favors larger share buybacks as an alternative to increase shareholder value.

Key facts

• Groupe la Francaise reduced its holdings in T-Mobile US by 48.7% during the second quarter and owned 146,711 shares after selling 139,535 shares. source