Téral Research
Téral Research is an independent San Francisco-based telecom market research boutique founded in 2023, producing syndicated reports, forecasts, and advisory services on global wireless infrastructure (RAN, core, Open RAN, AI-RAN, 6G) for equipment vendors, CSPs, and investors.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2023
- HeadquartersSouth San Francisco, United States
- Headcount1–10
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What Téral Research does
Téral Research is a privately-held, independent telecom market research boutique founded in January 2023 by Stéphane Téral and headquartered in San Francisco, California. The firm specializes in quantitative analysis of the global wireless infrastructure market, producing quarterly and annual market reports covering Radio Access Networks (4G/5G/6G RAN, vRAN, Open RAN), core networks (5G Core, SDM, policy and charging), RAN automation (SON, RIC, SMO), AI-driven RAN, and 6G infrastructure. Its core methodology rests on exclusive confidential vendor sales data shared directly by approximately a dozen active RAN vendors, combined with 20+ years of operator network rollout pattern tracking that the firm uses to produce structurally-grounded forecasts rather than extrapolative ones. Coverage extends globally across North America, EMEA, Asia Pacific, and CALA, with country-level deep-dives including a dedicated Japan report built from Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications data.
The product portfolio includes syndicated subscription reports, the Telecom Energy & Sustainability (TES) trackers produced in partnership with MTN Consulting (covering 43 vendors and 66+ CSPs across Scope 1-3 emissions), dedicated country reports, perspectives/research notes authored by the analyst team, and add-on services for white papers, sponsored research, custom research, and advisory/consulting engagements on monthly or annual retainers. The go-to-market is sales-led and direct: enterprise clients — including network equipment vendors (Ericsson, Nokia, Huawei, Samsung, ZTE), CSPs, the investment community, and government/regulatory bodies — purchase individual reports, full subscriptions, or commission custom work through the website and direct outreach to [email protected]. Pricing is not publicly disclosed. The team consists of Founder & Chief Analyst Stéphane Téral (37 years in telecom, prior roles at LightCounting, IHS Markit, Infonetics, RHK, and Alcatel), Director of Research & Principal Analyst Stelyana Baleva (19 years of wireless infrastructure research), and Marketing Manager Jade Téral. The firm is entirely founder-owned with no external institutional investment disclosed.
Téral Research firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Téral Research
- Legal name
- Téral Research
- Website
- https://teralresearch.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2023
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1–10 employees
- Short description
- Téral Research is an independent San Francisco-based telecom market research boutique founded in 2023, producing syndicated reports, forecasts, and advisory services on global wireless infrastructure (RAN, core, Open RAN, AI-RAN, 6G) for equipment vendors, CSPs, and investors.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Téral Research industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Telecom Market Research
- NAICS
- Marketing Research and Public Opinion Polling (54191), Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services (54169), Marketing Consulting Services (541613)
- SIC
- Services-Management Consulting Services (8742)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Industry & Sector Research (Syndicated/Custom) (BPAHALAE)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Syndicated Market Research (Panels, Omnibus, Tracker Studies) (MPAAALAB), Due Diligence & Investigative Research (BPAHALAI)
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Where Téral Research is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- South San Francisco
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
Téral Research business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Subscription Reports: Quarterly and annual wireless infrastructure data subscriptions including global RAN, vRAN and Open RAN market share reports, 5-year forecasts for RAN and Core, vendor revenue by region and technology, 5G Core, RAN automation, AI-RAN, and 6G coverage with monthly research notes from the Chief Analyst.
- Custom Research: Bespoke market sizing and analysis including regional or segment market sizing, technology pricing and TCO analysis, tailored multi-year forecasts for emerging technologies such as neural receivers, ISAC and NTN, and full data tables and methodology documentation.
- Advisory & Consulting: Direct analyst access and strategy support offered as retained monthly or annual engagements. Services include market positioning guidance, product development advisory, and M&A consultation.
- White Papers & Sponsored Research: Independent analyst-authored thought leadership including technology deep-dive white papers and market positioning papers with data. Typically commissioned by vendors seeking market credibility.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Freemium | — | Newsletter Subscription (Free) |
| Subscription | — | Individual Report Purchase |
| Subscription | — | Full Subscription Access |
| Other | — | Custom Research Projects |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels6 records
Téral Research product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Téral Research is a market research boutique that delivers syndicated research reports and advisory services focused on global wireless infrastructure. Core deliverables include quarterly and annual market sizing, vendor market share rankings, and 5-year forecasts across RAN, vRAN, Open RAN, 5G Core, SDN/Policy, RAN automation (SON/RIC/SMO), AI-RAN, 6G, and telecom energy sustainability, complemented by custom research, white papers, and retained advisory engagements with direct analyst access.
Product overview
Téral Research is a market research boutique offering a portfolio of syndicated research reports and advisory services focused on the global wireless infrastructure industry. The core offering consists of quarterly and annual market reports covering RAN (4G/5G/6G/Open vRAN), core networks, and specialized topics like AI-RAN, RAN automation, 6G infrastructure, and telecom energy sustainability. These are complemented by custom research, advisory consulting, and white paper services. The product architecture is organized around subscription-based syndicated reports (including the Wireless Infrastructure Market Report, Open vRAN Market Report, AI-driven RAN Market Report, 6G Infrastructure Outlook, and RAN Automation reports) supported by ad-hoc research notes and perspective pieces authored by the analyst team.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Wireless Infrastructure Market Reports Quarterly and annual syndicated reports providing global RAN and core network market sizing, vendor market share rankings, and 5-year forecasts across 4G/5G/6G technologies including Open vRAN and cloud RAN, with regional breakdowns for North America, EMEA, Asia Pacific, and CALA; targeted at network equipment vendors, mobile operators, and the investment community.
- 5G SA Core, SDM & Policy Market Report Comprehensive analysis of the 5G standalone mobile core market worldwide, covering 5G core network elements including subscriber data management (SDM) and policy and charging functions (PCF and CHF), with historical market data, vendor market shares, and detailed forecasts through 2031.
- Open vRAN Market Report Analysis of the open RAN market worldwide covering Distributed Units (DUs), Central Units (CUs), and Radio Units (RUs) across 4G/5G/6G for outdoor and indoor use cases; combines half-year granularity with regional breakdowns and coverage of 50+ RU suppliers.
- AI-driven RAN Market Report Market analysis of AI transformation in Radio Access Networks covering three categories: AI for RAN (optimizing network operations), AI on RAN (AI embedded in edge infrastructure), and AI and RAN (integrated AI-RAN architectures), with market sizing, 5-year forecasts, and competitive analysis across 15+ vendors.
- 6G Infrastructure Outlook Market Report Comprehensive 6G market analysis covering technology, economics, geopolitics, and ecosystem dimensions, with focus on developments in 5G forming the foundation of 6G networks including Integrated Sensing and Communication (ISAC) and Terrestrial-Non-Terrestrial Network Integration (TN-NTN).
- RAN Automation: SON, AI, RIC, and SMO Report Complete market tracker for RAN automation from C-SON through RIC, SMO, and AI-driven network optimization; tracks C-SON software and services revenue, O-RAN SMO market, non-Real Time RIC rApps, and near-Real Time RIC xApps through 2030.
- Telecom Energy & Sustainability (TES) Vendor Tracker Comprehensive sustainability benchmarking dataset tracking Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas emissions alongside ESG performance indicators across 43 global network equipment vendors, hardware manufacturers, and technology suppliers, with normalized methodology for like-for-like vendor comparison.
- Telecom Energy & Sustainability (TES) Tracker for CSPs Telecom sustainability benchmarking dataset tracking Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions alongside ESG performance indicators across 66+ global communication service providers, including renewable energy percentage, energy efficiency indicators, and regional peer benchmarks.
- Japan Wireless Infrastructure Report Detailed analysis of Japan's RAN market covering 4G LTE, 5G NR, and 6G radio access infrastructure, built from Japan Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications statistics, operator reporting, and confidential vendor sales data; the only major market that is 100% open RAN.
- Advisory & Consulting Services Direct analyst access and strategy support offered as retained monthly or annual engagements, including market positioning guidance, product development advisory, and M&A consultation for telecom operators, equipment vendors, and investors.
- Custom Research Services Bespoke market sizing and analysis including regional or segment market sizing, technology pricing and TCO analysis, tailored multi-year forecasts for emerging technologies such as neural receivers, ISAC, and NTN, and full data tables with methodology documentation.
- White Papers & Sponsored Research Independent analyst-authored thought leadership including technology deep-dive white papers and market positioning papers with data, typically commissioned by network equipment vendors seeking market credibility.
- Wireless Infrastructure Subscription Comprehensive annual subscription package covering global RAN, vRAN and Open RAN market share, 5-year forecasts for RAN and Core, vendor revenue by region and technology, 5G Core, RAN automation, AI-RAN, and 6G coverage, plus monthly research notes from the Chief Analyst.
Quantifiable outcome
- Recognized as authoritative source by Nokia (leader in AI-powered RAN automation recognition for 10th consecutive year by Téral Research)
- +1 more outcomes
Companies that use Téral Research
Customer profileNamed customers3 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
Téral Research technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature4 records
Téral Research partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
One partnership is on record.
- MTN ConsultingcoreTéral Research collaborates with MTN Consulting on the Telecom Energy & Sustainability (TES) research program, producing the TES Vendor Tracker (covering 43 network equipment vendors) and TES CSP Tracker (covering 66+ communication service providers). This collaboration produces comprehensive sustainability benchmarking datasets tracking Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas emissions and ESG performance indicators across the telecom industry.
Scale indicators9 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Téral Research competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- GSMA Intelligence: Industry-association research arm producing authoritative telecom operator data, market sizing, and adoption trends across mobile and fixed networks globally. Competes for enterprise intelligence buyers in the same CSP/vendor/investor segments.
- Omdia (formerly Ovum / IHS Markit): Large-scale ICT and telecom research firm producing syndicated reports, custom research, and advisory on RAN, core, and 6G. Stéphane Téral's former employer (IHS Markit); competes for the same operator, vendor, and investor budget with broader portfolio but deep telecom coverage.
- MTN Consulting: Telecom infrastructure research firm specializing in network operator financials, capex, and sustainability benchmarks. Direct partner of Téral Research on the TES Vendor and CSP trackers; comparable boutique serving operator and vendor intelligence needs.
- Dell'Oro Group: Independent telecom infrastructure market research firm covering RAN, core, transport, and data center. Most direct competitor to Téral Research with overlapping RAN, Open RAN, and 5G core coverage and a similar syndicated subscription model targeting operators and vendors.
- LightCounting: Specialist research firm covering optical networking, datacom, and telecom infrastructure, where Stéphane Téral was Chief Analyst before founding Téral Research. Direct heritage peer with overlapping optical/wireless telecom infrastructure coverage and similar boutique subscription model.
Broad incumbents
- Canalys (now part of Omdia): Tech research firm with channel and ecosystem coverage overlapping telecom infrastructure and adjacent vendor intelligence. Now part of Omdia, it competes for vendor and channel intelligence budgets relevant to Téral's operator and vendor clients.
- IDC (International Data Corporation): Global IT and telecom research incumbent with broad ICT coverage including telecom infrastructure, network equipment, and enterprise services. Overlaps with Téral on telecom infrastructure trackers but as part of a wider portfolio across software, hardware, and services.
- Gartner: Dominant global IT research and advisory firm with broad coverage spanning telecom infrastructure, network equipment, and emerging technologies. Competes for large enterprise and vendor research budgets but does not specialize to Téral's depth in wireless infrastructure.
Emerging players
- EJL Wireless Research: Niche boutique research firm covering wireless infrastructure including base stations, antennas, and RAN components. Smaller-scale specialist with overlapping coverage of RAN equipment vendors and operator deployments, comparable in mission and size to Téral Research.
- Counterpoint Research: Boutique research firm covering mobile and wireless components, smartphones, and adjacent telecom hardware. Comparable business model as a focused research boutique serving vendors and investors, with adjacent rather than fully overlapping wireless infrastructure coverage.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
Téral Research social profiles
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Valuation estimate
Téral Research leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles3 records
Téral Research funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Téral Research M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Frequently asked questions about Téral Research
What does Téral Research do?
Téral Research is a market research boutique that delivers syndicated research reports and advisory services focused on global wireless infrastructure. Core deliverables include quarterly and annual market sizing, vendor market share rankings, and 5-year forecasts across RAN, vRAN, Open RAN, 5G Core, SDN/Policy, RAN automation (SON/RIC/SMO), AI-RAN, 6G, and telecom energy sustainability, complemented by custom research, white papers, and retained advisory engagements with direct analyst access.
Is Téral Research a public or private company?
Téral Research is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was Téral Research founded?
Téral Research was founded in 2023. It employs 1 to 10 people.
Where is Téral Research based?
Téral Research is headquartered in South San Francisco, United States, in the North America region.
How does Téral Research make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Subscription Reports are the primary driver. The others are custom Research, advisory & Consulting and white Papers & Sponsored Research.
Who are Téral Research's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are GSMA Intelligence, Omdia (formerly Ovum / IHS Markit), MTN Consulting, Dell'Oro Group and LightCounting. Broad incumbents are Canalys (now part of Omdia), IDC (International Data Corporation) and Gartner. Emerging players are EJL Wireless Research and Counterpoint Research.
Does Téral Research have an API?
No public API is recorded for Téral Research.
What industry is Téral Research in?
Téral Research's product category is Telecom Market Research. Its primary akta.pro industry code is BPAHALAE, Industry & Sector Research (Syndicated/Custom), with a secondary code of MPAAALAB, Syndicated Market Research (Panels, Omnibus, Tracker Studies). Its NAICS code is 54191 and its SIC code is 8742.