Deutsche Telekom Sheds 8.6% as SpaceX Spectrum Deal Ignites US Competition Fears

SpaceX's agreement to acquire 800-MHz spectrum in the US has sparked fears of increased competition for Deutsche Telekom's T-Mobile US unit, leading to an 8.6% drop in Deutsche Telekom's shares. While this raises concerns about the potential impact on T-Mobile's margins, Deutsche Telekom continues to make operational progress in Europe, investing in fiber rollout and AI initiatives.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Telecom & Connectivity, and 3 sources have reported it between 9 Oct 2026 and 10 Oct 2026.