In a surprise twist, Simba rather than StarHub has emerged as the acquirer of M1’s telco business. Has the plucky upstart outflanked its more established competitor? Or, has StarHub dodged a bullet? Are Singapore’s telco stocks attractive? Senior correspondent Ben Paul delves into the implications of the deal.

Highlights of the podcast:

03:46 Does consolidation mean less competition?

05:16 How the telcos have jostled for market share

08:12 Simba’s ASX-listed parent tapping investors

13:25 StarHub prepares to fight, reduces guidance

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S1E59: Simba-M1 deal: Implications for investors