Setting licence fees for renewing telecommunication spectrum based on an auction |
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Institution: | 1. Institute for Information Law, University of Amsterdam, Kloveniersburgwal 48, 1012 CX Amsterdam, The Netherlands;2. SEO Economic Research, The Netherlands |
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Abstract: | This paper presents a methodology for setting fees for the renewal or extension of spectrum licences, by using the outcome of an auction for comparable licences but with a different licence period. The methodology is a combination of market and cash flow valuation and consists of two main steps. First, prices for spectrum corresponding to that of the licences to be extended are derived from the auction outcome. Second, the relative value addition of the extension period for the new licensee, compared to the value of the licences auctioned, is derived by using a model for the development of EBITDA for an operator over time. A combination of these two is used to calculate fees that match the opportunity costs of extension. Thus, optimum alignment is achieved with the policy objective of using licence fees only to promote efficient use of spectrum, while avoiding state aid at the same time. |
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Keywords: | Licence renewal Licence extension Licence fee Administrative spectrum pricing Spectrum valuation Spectrum auction |
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