


The name Vodafone comes from voice data fone (the latter a sensational spelling of " phone"), chosen by the company to "reflect the provision of voice and data services over mobile phones".

The company has a secondary listing on Nasdaq. Vodafone has a primary listing on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 100 Index. Its Vodafone Global Enterprise division provides telecommunications and IT services to corporate clients in 150 countries. It predominantly operates services in Asia, Africa, Europe, and Oceania.Īs of January 2023, Vodafone owns and operates networks in 21 countries, with partner networks in 47 further countries. Its registered office and global headquarters are in Newbury, Berkshire, England. Vodafone Group Plc ( / ˈ v oʊ d ə f oʊ n/) is a British multinational telecommunications company.
