Claro

Claro is a telecommunications company that operates in several countries across Latin America. It is a subsidiary of América Móvil, a Mexican telecommunications corporation. Claro provides a wide range of services, including mobile telephony, broadband internet, and digital television.

History

Claro was established in 2003 as a result of the merger of several telecommunications companies in Latin America. The brand was created to unify the operations of these companies under a single name, facilitating better brand recognition and streamlined services.

Services

Claro offers a variety of telecommunications services:

• Mobile Telephony: Claro provides mobile phone services, including prepaid and postpaid plans, across its operating regions. The company offers a range of smartphones and mobile devices.
• Broadband Internet: Claro offers high-speed internet services through various technologies, including fiber-optic and DSL connections.
• Digital Television: Claro provides digital TV services, including cable and satellite television, with a wide range of channels and on-demand content.

Coverage

Claro operates in multiple countries, including:

• Argentina
• Brazil
• Chile
• Colombia
• Costa Rica
• Dominican Republic
• Ecuador
• El Salvador
• Guatemala
• Honduras
• Nicaragua
• Panama
• Paraguay
• Peru
• Puerto Rico
• Uruguay

Corporate Structure

Claro is a subsidiary of América Móvil, which is one of the largest telecommunications companies in the world. Carlos Slim, a Mexican business magnate, is the principal owner of América Móvil.

Competitors

Claro faces competition from several other telecommunications companies in the regions where it operates, including:

• Movistar
• Tigo
• Entel
• Vivo

See Also

• América Móvil
• Carlos Slim
• Telecommunications in Latin America
• Mobile Network Operator