Australian court rules Telstra misled customers about internet speed
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Feb 21 2025
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Source: Reuters
Court Ruling Against Telstra: Australia's federal court has ruled that Telstra misled nearly 9,000 customers regarding a downgrade in their broadband upload speeds without informing them or adjusting charges, as stated by the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC).
Next Steps and Reactions: The ACCC is pursuing penalties and compensation for affected consumers, while Telstra expressed disappointment with the ruling but plans to review the decision before deciding on further actions.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.








