China Mobile released its financial results for the first half of 2026, showing a profit decline despite continued investment in advanced technology sectors. The company reported a profit of CNY 78.9 billion, a 6.3 percent drop compared to the same period last year. Total operating revenue reached CNY 538 billion, marking a 1.1 percent decrease year-over-year.
While traditional metrics showed a pullback, the firm shifted its focus toward new growth areas. Computing and AI services now represent 22.6 percent of the company's total revenue from principal businesses. This sector saw an increase of 2.2 percentage points, indicating that the carrier is prioritizing data infrastructure as a primary driver of future performance.
Earnings per share for the period stood at CNY 3.64. Market analysts are watching how these figures compare against shifting telecommunications demand in the region. The data highlights a transition phase for the company as it balances legacy network operations with the high costs associated with scaling its digital and intelligence-based service offerings.