Deutsche Telekom
Deutsche Telekom is a German telecommunications company that provides mobile, fixed-network, and internet services primarily across Europe and the United States. It is one of the world's leading integrated telecommunications companies, formed following the privatization of the state-owned Deutsche Bundespost.
Brand Identity Data
HQ Country
Germany
HQ City
Bonn
Founded
1995
EU Headquartered
Yes
EU Manufactured
No
Ownership Type
public
Stock Exchange
Xetra
Tax Domicile
DE
Ultimate Parent
Deutsche Telekom AG
Data Hosting
DE
CLOUD Act Exposure
Yes ⚠️
GDPR Status
Fined €10M
DSA Designation
Very Large Online Platform
Carbon Neutral
true
B Corp Certified
No
Supply Chain
High
Repair / Recycling
Yes ✓
Ethical Certifications
ISO 14001, ISO 50001, EcoVadis Platinum
Verified on October 15, 2026
Corporate Lineage
1995
Privatization
Deutsche Bundespost Telekom was transformed into a stock corporation.
1996
IPO
Deutsche Telekom conducted its initial public offering on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.
2001
VoiceStream Acquisition
The company acquired VoiceStream Wireless, marking its major entry into the U.S. market.