Nikhil Eapen

Nikhil Eapen serves as CEO of StarHub, Singapore's second-largest telecommunications operator (behind Singtel). StarHub provides mobile telecommunications, broadband internet, pay-TV, and enterprise services to consumers and businesses in Singapore — one of the world's most connected and digitally advanced markets. Singapore's telecom market is extremely competitive and mature: three major operators (Singtel, StarHub, M1/Keppel) plus MVNOs compete for a population of approximately 5.5 million in one of the world's most connected markets. Mobile and broadband ARPU has been under persistent pressure from competition and the commoditization of connectivity services. StarHub's strategic pivot focuses on enterprise and cybersecurity services — growing recurring revenue from managed IT services, cybersecurity solutions, cloud services, and other enterprise digital transformation offerings. The company has made acquisitions in the enterprise IT and cybersecurity space to build capabilities beyond traditional telecom. StarHub also provides entertainment services through Disney+ and other content partnerships. Key stock drivers include mobile and broadband subscriber metrics, enterprise revenue growth, cybersecurity business development, cost management, dividend sustainability, and the competitive intensity in Singapore's telecom market.