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Econet Wireless Zimbabwe Limited has announced that it is exploring corporate actions to unlock shareholder value, citing that its share price on the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange (ZSE) is “grossly undervalued” compared to its intrinsic value.

The company’s board expressed concerns that its undervaluation has hindered its ability to access competitively priced funding, essential for investing in critical network infrastructure and future technology upgrades.

According to the company’s statement, “The misalignment of the Company’s market capitalisation and its intrinsic value has also resulted in the erosion of shareholder value as the company’s market capitalisation does not reflect the growth in business.”

The board is evaluating potential corporate actions aimed at improving access to capital and strengthening the company’s long-term competitiveness.

T.A. Ngowe, Group Company Secretary, stated, “The outcome of the evaluation process may have a material effect on the price of the Company’s securities.”

Shareholders and the investing public are advised to exercise caution when dealing in the company’s securities until further information is available.

The company’s share price has been under pressure, and this announcement has raised expectations of potential restructuring or strategic moves to boost shareholder value.

Econet Wireless Zimbabwe Limited is a leading telecommunications company in Zimbabwe, providing mobile and internet services to millions of customers.

The company’s infrastructure assets and operations are said to be undervalued, and the board is determined to address this issue.

As stated in the announcement, the company is committed to “enhance and preserve stakeholder value” and is taking proactive steps to achieve this goal.

The ZSE has seen significant volatility in recent times, and this announcement highlights the challenges faced by listed companies in accessing capital and managing their share price performance.

Econet Wireless Zimbabwe Limited’s move is expected to bring clarity to its shareholders and the broader market, with further updates expected soon.