Tuesday, January 14, 2020

MTN Group Still Facing Profitability With No Prosperity

I've been doing this for over a quarter-century now, and MTN Group (OTCPK:MTNOY) may well be the most frustrating stock I've owned and followed over that time. While there have certainly been management missteps in this company's history, even a good management team with a good plan hasn't been much of an elixir for the ailing stock price, as constant regulatory nonsense across its operating area, as well as other macro challenges, has mitigated any of the benefits.

These shares may now be the cheapest they've ever been, but it's hard for me not to conclude with a "… so what?", particularly with some significant upcoming license renewals and ongoing economic and political challenges in South Africa. Maybe I'm getting ready to throw in the towel at the low point, but it's honestly difficult to recommend these shares even despite significant apparent undervaluation - a good management team and a good valuation are often highly valued, but the significant ongoing external issues are an inescapable and unignorable negative part of this story.

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MTN Group Still Facing Profitability With No Prosperity

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