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KDDI Corporation

KDDIFTelecomTokyo, Japan

KDDI Corporation operates as a prominent telecommunications provider, delivering services across Japan and on an international scale. The company's business is divided into two primary divisions: Personal Services and Business Services. The Personal Services segment offers a comprehensive array of mobile communication options, including smartphone and mobile phone services under the "au" brand, alongside MVNO (mobile virtual network operator) services. This segment also provides fixed-line solutions such as au Hikari, covering voice, data transmission, fiber-to-the-home (FTTH), and cable television (CATV). Beyond core telecom, Personal Services extends to smartphone-centric financial and payment services via au PAY, IoT (Internet of Things) solutions like au HOME for pet monitoring, energy conservation through au Denki, and even English language education with AEON. The Business Services segment caters to corporate clients, delivering data center facilities under its TELEHOUSE brand. It also develops various solutions spanning network and cloud services, as well as support for smartphones and other devices. This division's portfolio further includes broadcasting, wireless broadband, mail order, IT support, call center management, and temporary staffing. Additionally, it offers expert services in the design, construction, maintenance, and operational oversight of critical communication infrastructure, including submarine cables. Founded in 1953, the company maintains its headquarters in Tokyo, Japan.

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KDDI Corporation at a glance

KDDI Corporation is a telecom company headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 1984. It is publicly listed (KDDIF) with a market capitalisation of $69.7B. Xcout tracks 17 named people at KDDI Corporation, including Hiromichi Matsuda (President, Chief Executive Officer, Exe. Director of Corporate & Marketing Comm. Sector and Representative Director).

Industry
Telecom
Headquarters
Tokyo, Japan
Market cap
$69.7B
Employees
61,288
Ticker
KDDIF
Founded
1984
Founder
Kazuo Inamori

KDDI Corporation leadership

  • Hiromichi MatsudaPresident, Chief Executive Officer, Exe. Director of Corporate & Marketing Comm. Sector and Representative Director
  • Nanae SaishojiSenior Managing Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer,Exec Officer of Corporate Sector & Sustainability & Director
  • Kazuyuki YoshimuraSenior MD, CTO & Head of Core Technology Division
  • Kazuo InamoriFounder
  • HiraokaGeneral Manager of Public Relations Department
  • Ikuko HongouGeneral Manager of Investor Relations Department

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NIPPON TELEGRAPH & TELEPHONE CORPTelecomUnited States
74% match

NTT, Inc. stands as a leading telecommunications enterprise, serving customers both within Japan and across global territories. The company's multifaceted operations are categorized into four primary divisions: the Integrated ICT Business, the Regional Communications Business, the Global Solutions Business, and a diverse 'Others' segment. Through its Integrated ICT Business, NTT provides mobile communication services, domestic inter-prefectural connectivity, international communications, various solution packages, and comprehensive system development with related support. The Regional Communications Business, conversely, specializes in delivering communication services exclusively within individual prefectures, along with complementary ancillary offerings. Addressing international client needs, the Global Solutions Business offers robust system integration, network system solutions, cloud services, global data center management, and a suite of associated services like consulting, managed IT, and software development. Beyond these core areas, the 'Others' segment includes ventures in real estate, construction, energy, and additional businesses. Founded in Tokyo, Japan, in 1952, the company, formerly known as Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corporation, is scheduled to formally adopt the name NTT, Inc. in July 2025.

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KT CorporationKT · TelecomSeongnam-si, South Korea
66% matchPublic

KT Corporation provides integrated telecommunications and platform services in South Korea, rest of Asia, and internationally. The company offers mobile voice and data telecommunications services based on 5G, 4G LTE and 3G W-CDMA technology; fixed-line telephone services, including local, domestic long-distance, international long-distance, and voice over Internet protocol telephone services, as well as interconnection services; broadband Internet access service and other Internet-related services; and data communication services, such as fixed-line and leased line services, as well as broadband Internet connection services. It also provides media and content services, including IPTV, satellite TV, digital music, e-commerce, online advertising consulting, and web comics and novels services; and credit card processing and other financial services. In addition, the company offers information technology and network services, and satellite services; sells handsets and miscellaneous telecommunications equipment; develops and sells residential units and commercial real estate; and rents real estate properties. Further, it offers public telephone maintenance; security, B2C and B2B, investment fund, software development and data processing, value-added network, call center, system integration and maintenance, marketing, PCS distribution, transportation and trucking arrangement business, cloud system implementation, satellite communication network, installation and management, and data center development and related services. Additionally, the company is involved in the Internet banking ASP and security solutions, residential building development and supply, sports team management, technology business finance, and submarine cable construction and maintenance businesses. The company was formerly known as Korea Telecom Corp. and changed its name to KT Corporation in March 2002. KT Corporation was founded in 1981 and is based in Seoul, South Korea.

Market cap$8.6B
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