The report highlights the increasing trend of mobile network operators partnering to manage new CAPEX requirements and achieve new levels of business performance. The report also mentions that the surge in cooperation is triggered by maturing markets that are forcing operators to find new ways to reach financial targets. Additionally, the report notes that spectrum reallocation and new frequency auctions are being designed to allow and encourage bid consortiums, which can help operators share license costs and increase chances of winning valuable spectrum. Successful deals in infrastructure partnership in many markets are evidence of a new business reality, and market players see significant economic benefits from Radio Access Network (RAN) sharing. However, a variety of strategic issues must be addressed, and regulators may scrutinize any indication of reduced competition.
