For China Mobile, one of the world’s largest telecommunications companies by market value, its primary operating market is China.
China Mobile is the largest mobile telecommunications operator in mainland China by subscriber numbers. It provides mobile voice and data services, broadband, cloud computing, and other communications products to consumers, businesses, and government organizations.
The company was incorporated in Hong Kong in 1997 and is headquartered in Beijing. Its shares trade in Hong Kong and, through American depositary receipts, have also been available to international investors. China Mobile’s network operates across mainland China, making its main business distinct from overseas-focused telecom groups.
The company’s history reflects China’s rapid transition from fixed-line communication to widespread mobile and broadband access. China Mobile has deployed multiple generations of wireless technology, including 4G and 5G. It is sometimes confused with China Telecom or China Unicom, which are separate Chinese state-controlled telecommunications operators and major competitors.