DENVER, Colo. (247marketnews.com) — IQSTEL (NASDAQ:IQST) is accelerating its transformation from a traditional telecommunications provider into a diversified global technology platform after reporting preliminary first-half 2026 revenue of approximately $207 million, representing 59% year-over-year growth from $130 million during the same period in 2025. The strong first-half performance is particularly notable because management indicated the company’s business has historically generated stronger revenue during the second half of the year, reinforcing confidence that 2026 could become another milestone year.
The company also reaffirmed expectations that its pending acquisition of Ultranet, anticipated to close during the third quarter of 2026, will push IQSTEL beyond a $500 million annual revenue run rate while positioning the business to exceed an $8 million annual EBITDA run rate. If completed as planned, the acquisition is expected to strengthen operating leverage, improve profitability, and enhance cash generation as IQSTEL continues scaling its global platform.
Beyond financial growth, IQSTEL is pursuing a broader strategic transformation centered on expanding high-margin digital services. The company has built a telecommunications infrastructure operating across 21 countries with more than 600 carrier interconnections, providing management with what it estimates is potential access to approximately 2.3 billion end users through relationships with telecom operators and enterprise customers worldwide.
Management believes this commercial reach creates opportunities to distribute next-generation digital solutions including AI-powered communications, cybersecurity services, fintech applications, digital content distribution, and enterprise software. Rather than relying solely on traditional telecom revenues, IQSTEL is positioning itself as a diversified technology platform capable of leveraging its existing global infrastructure to commercialize higher-margin digital offerings.
Looking ahead, investors will likely focus on several catalysts during the remainder of 2026, including completion of the Ultranet acquisition, continued expansion of the IQSTEL Digital Services division, additional strategic acquisitions, and progress toward management’s stated financial objectives. While the company’s preliminary results remain subject to final reporting and forward-looking expectations depend on successful execution, IQSTEL’s combination of accelerating revenue growth, acquisition-driven expansion, and increasing emphasis on AI and digital infrastructure reflects a strategy aimed at building long-term scale in multiple technology markets.
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IQSTEL Investor Relations: https://www.iqstel.com
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IQSTEL Investor Landing Page: https://landingpage.iqstel.com
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IQSTEL AI Division (Reality Border): https://www.realityborder.com
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Nasdaq Company Profile (NASDAQ: IQST): https://www.nasdaq.com/market-activity/stocks/iqst
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