VIL Q3 results preview: Synergy benefits and funding progress to be watched

The telecom behemoth, which started announcing its merged results since the last quarter, is expected to show some improvement in ARPU

Merged telecom operator Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL) will be keenly watched for its commentary on the synergy benefits emerging from the merger, as well as its commentary on the Rs 25,000 crore fund raising plans during Q3 results.

The telecom behemoth, which started announcing its merged results since the last quarter, is expected to show some improvement in average revenue per user (ARPU) as its plans to weed out low ARPU users through minimum recharge plans complete a full quarter of operation.  There is expected to be some revenue decline after both VIL and Bharti Airtel introduced minimum Rs 35 recharges