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TDS

Telephone and Data Systems, Inc.

$39.33
0.1
 (0.25%)
Exchange:  NYSE
Market Cap:  4.181B
Shares Outstanding:  49.201M
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About The Company

Sector:  Communication Services
Industry:  Telecommunications Services
   
CEO:  Walter Carlson
Full Time Employees:  7900
Address: 
30 North LaSalle Street
Chicago
IL
60602
US
Website:  https://www.tdsinc.com
Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. (TDS) is a diversified telecommunications company, delivering a broad spectrum of communication services throughout the United States. Its operations are structured into two primary segments: UScellular and TDS Telecom. For its wireless offerings, primarily through UScellular, TDS provides mobile communication solutions to a wide range of clients, including consumers, businesses, and government entities. A significant part of this involves comprehensive Internet of Things (IoT) capabilities, encompassing connected devices, specialized software for monitoring and control, business automation, enhanced communication, fleet and asset tracking, smart water management, private cellular networks, and tailor-made end-to-end IoT systems. They also offer wireless priority services with quality preemption features. The product line extends to various mobile devices, such as smartphones, tablets, wearables, mobile hotspots, routers, and other IoT devices. Additionally, customers can purchase essential accessories like cases, screen protectors, chargers, and memory cards, alongside consumer electronics covering audio products, home automation, and networking equipment. Supporting these wireless services are device repair and replacement options, plus a Trade-In program for pre-owned equipment. Through its TDS Telecom segment, the company delivers robust internet connectivity, including whole-home Wi-Fi solutions, and TDS TV+, its cloud-based platform for video entertainment. Furthermore, TDS offers traditional local and long-distance phone services, Voice over IP (VoIP), and a suite of enhanced telephony features. For businesses, it provides advanced broadband and IP-based services, along with hosted voice and video collaboration tools. TDS reaches its customer base through a multifaceted distribution strategy, utilizing retail stores, direct and indirect sales channels, third-party retailers, and independent agents. Online sales via e-commerce and telesales also play a significant role. As of December 31, 2021, TDS served a substantial customer base, with approximately 5 million wireless connections and 1.2 million wireline and cable connections. Founded in 1968, the company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

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2026/05/08 — Q1 quarter 2026

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Income Statement

Year202320242025
Revenue5,160,0004,964,0001,228,207
Gross Profit2,826,0002,829,000-61,999.999
EBITDA682,0001,202,000553,515
Operating Income-414,00063,000-62,000
Net Income-500,000-28,000-6,236

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Balance Sheet

Year202320242025
Total Assets13,922,00013,683,0002,838,851
Total Liabilities7,914,0007,799,0003,130,950
Total Stockholders Equity5,202,0005,091,0005,267,353
Total Debt5,143,0005,102,0001,954,052
Cash and Cash Equivalents236,000364,000144,968

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Cash Flow Statement

Year202320242025
Operating Cash Flow1,142,0001,145,000338,284
Capital Expenditure-1,341,000-884,000-390,529
Free Cash Flow-199,000261,000-52,245
Net Income-487,000-26,0000
Net Change in Cash-129,000114,0000

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Analyst Estimates

Fiscal Year2028Full AccessFull AccessFull AccessFull Access
Estimated Revenue (Low)1,300,499.882Full AccessFull AccessFull AccessFull Access
Estimated Revenue (High)1,300,533.887Full AccessFull AccessFull AccessFull Access
Estimated Revenue (Avg)1,300,516.885Full AccessFull AccessFull AccessFull Access
Estimated Ebitda (Low)324,067.067Full AccessFull AccessFull AccessFull Access
Estimated Ebitda (High)324,075.541Full AccessFull AccessFull AccessFull Access
Estimated Ebitda (Avg)324,071.304Full AccessFull AccessFull AccessFull Access
Estimated Net Income (Low)-13,828.390Full AccessFull AccessFull AccessFull Access
Estimated Net Income (High)-13,397.621Full AccessFull AccessFull AccessFull Access
Estimated Net Income (Avg)-13,613.006Full AccessFull AccessFull AccessFull Access
Estimated SGA Expense (Low)345,344.929Full AccessFull AccessFull AccessFull Access
Estimated SGA Expense (High)345,353.959Full AccessFull AccessFull AccessFull Access
Estimated SGA Expense (Avg)345,349.444Full AccessFull AccessFull AccessFull Access
Estimated EPS (Avg)-0.120Full AccessFull AccessFull AccessFull Access
Estimated EPS (High)-0.120Full AccessFull AccessFull AccessFull Access
Estimated EPS (Low)-0.120Full AccessFull AccessFull AccessFull Access
Number of Analysts (Estimated Revenue)3Full AccessFull AccessFull AccessFull Access
Number of Analysts (Estimated EPS)1Full AccessFull AccessFull AccessFull Access

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Current Key Metrics

?Revenue
 (TTM)
: 
4.964B  ?P/S
 (TTM)
: 
1.95
?Net Income
 (TTM)
: 
-28000000  ?P/E
 (TTM)
: 
33.99
?Enterprise Value
 (TTM)
: 
4.047B  ?EV/FCF
 (TTM)
: 
71.5
?Dividend Yield
 (TTM)
: 
0.27  ?Payout Ratio
 (TTM)
: 
0.66
?ROE
 (TTM)
: 
0.03  ?ROIC
 (TTM)
: 
0
?Net Debt
 (TTM)
: 
4.718B  ?Debt/Equity
 (TTM)
: 
0.25
?P/B
 (TTM)
: 
0.91  ?Current Ratio
 (TTM)
: 
3.43

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Based on current fundamentals and analyst forecasts, MARKETSnap estimates TDS intrinsic value between $33.07 – $33.69 per share. This depends on revenue growth, margins, and discount rate.

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Trading Metrics:

Open: 39.2   Previous Close: 39.23
Day Low: 38.89   Day High: 39.69
Year Low: 32.6   Year High: 49.12
Price Avg 50: 43.11   Price Avg 200: 41.46
Volume: 788807   Average Volume: 944815

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