Telstra has reported underlying 1H21 EBITDA $3.8bn.
An interim dividend of 8¢ps was declared, comprising a $0.05 ordinary and $0.03 special.
FY21 guidance now stands at $6.6bn to $6.9bn and FY22 & FY23 targets increased to $7.5-8.5bn.
Telstra will provide an update on towers later this quarter with binding offers expected by FY22. Some analysts have a standalone valuation on towers of $2.50+.