América Móvil is a Mexican telecommunications corporation, founded in 2000 as a spin-off from Telmex. Under the leadership of Carlos Slim, it became the largest mobile phone carrier in Latin America, with significant market presence in the Americas and Europe.
América Móvil is created as a spin-off from Telmex, separating mobile and fixed-line operations. The new company inherits Telmex's mobile assets and begins trading on the Mexican Stock Exchange.
Carlos Slim Helú assumes chairmanship, providing strategic direction and capital. His vision drives aggressive expansion across Latin America.
América Móvil enters Brazil by acquiring BCP, a mobile operator, marking the first major international expansion. This move establishes a foothold in the largest South American market.
Unified mobile brand 'Claro' is introduced across Latin America, replacing multiple local brands. This branding strategy enhances customer recognition and operational efficiency. )
Acquires AT&T's Latin American wireless assets for $1.3 billion, expanding operations in Colombia, Ecuador, and other countries.
Enters the US market by acquiring Cingular's Puerto Rico operations, later rebranded as Claro Puerto Rico.
América Móvil merges with Telmex International, consolidating mobile and fixed operations in Latin America.
Acquires Telecom Italia Mobile's Peruvian operations, strengthening presence in the Andean region.
Expands into Argentina by acquiring CTI Móvil, later rebranded as Claro Argentina.
Buys Verizon's operations in the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, and other Caribbean countries for $3.7 billion.
América Móvil completes the acquisition of Telmex's fixed-line operations, creating a unified telecom giant in Mexico.
Introduces 3G mobile broadband in key markets, enabling faster data services and smartphone adoption.
América Móvil acquires the remaining stake in CARSO Global Telecom, simplifying its corporate structure.
Acquires a 20% stake in Dutch telecom KPN, marking first major European investment.
América Móvil increases its stake in TracFone, a US prepaid mobile provider, to 100%.
Completes full acquisition of Telmex Internacional, integrating all international operations.
A €7.2 billion bid to acquire full control of KPN fails due to opposition from a foundation representing shareholders.
Mexico's antitrust regulator fines América Móvil $9.2 million for abuse of dominance in the fixed-line market.
América Móvil is listed among the world's largest companies in Forbes Global 2000, with a market cap of $60 billion.
Mexico's telecom reform imposes asymmetric regulations on América Móvil, including network sharing and tariff controls, to boost competition.
Carlos Slim relinquishes CEO role, remains chairman. Daniel Hajj becomes CEO, signaling succession planning.
Sells its remaining stake in KPN and exits the Dutch market, focusing on core Latin American and US markets.
Acquires Nextel Brazil for $905 million, expanding spectrum and subscriber base in Brazil.
Rolls out 4G LTE services across Latin America, enhancing mobile broadband speeds.
Sells Claro Puerto Rico and US Virgin Islands operations to Liberty Latin America for $1.9 billion, restructuring US holdings.
Attempts to acquire Oi's mobile assets for $7.5 billion but faces regulatory hurdles; deal eventually blocked.
Expands into pay-TV with Claro TV, offering satellite and IPTV services, competing with traditional cable operators. )
América Móvil and AT&T swap assets in Mexico and the US, with América Móvil gaining additional spectrum in Mexico.
América Móvil provides free connectivity and data to healthcare workers and educational institutions during the pandemic, fulfilling social responsibility.
Begins 5G rollout in Brazil, Mexico, and other countries, investing in network infrastructure.
América Móvil bids for Oi's mobile assets again, but the deal is later blocked by Brazil's antitrust authority.
Claro Colombia acquires Virgin Mobile Colombia's operations, expanding its prepaid customer base.
Sells 7,000 telecom towers in Mexico to American Tower for $1 billion, monetizing infrastructure.
América Móvil invests $1.4 billion to expand Telmex's fiber optic network in Mexico, targeting 75% coverage.
Carlos Slim retires as chairman, remaining honorary chairman. His son, Carlos Slim Domit, assumes chairmanship.
Claro Argentina receives approval to acquire Nextel Argentina, strengthening its market position.
América Móvil launches 5G in several Brazilian cities, offering high-speed mobile data.
América Móvil remains among Forbes Global 2000, with a market capitalization of approximately $52 billion.
América Móvil announces plans to separate its fixed and mobile networks under regulatory pressure, aiming to increase competition.
América Móvil acquires Algar Telecom's fiber assets in Brazil for $1 billion, expanding broadband reach.
Telmex's fiber network now covers 80% of Mexican households, making it the largest FTTH network in the country.