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Telephone & Data Systems (TDS)
NYSE:TDS
Earnings Data
Report Date
Jul 31, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2025 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
<0.01Last Year’s EPS
-0.13Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 1 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:May 02, 2025
|% Change Since: -10.81%
|Next Earnings Date:Jul 31, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The earnings call presented a mixed outlook. While there were significant achievements in financial structuring and fiber expansion, challenges in subscriber retention and competitive market pressures were evident. The anticipation of the T-Mobile transaction and future dividend declarations add positive momentum, but current operational challenges and revenue declines offset some of these potential benefits.Company Guidance
During the TDS and UScellular First Quarter 2025 Operating Results Conference Call, the company provided guidance on several metrics. The call highlighted expectations for a mid-2025 closing of the transaction with T-Mobile, which is anticipated to generate substantial proceeds. This includes a special dividend to shareholders, contingent on UScellular Board approval, and the use of proceeds to repay TDS' bank debt of approximately $1.2 billion. The guidance also covered financial flexibility initiatives, such as extending near-term bank maturities and amending revolvers. Despite the challenges of a promotional market, UScellular delivered $79 million in free cash flow in Q1 2025, an $18 million increase year-over-year. The company expects capital expenditures to decline in 2025 as 5G coverage builds are largely completed. TDS Telecom shared its goal to deliver 150,000 new fiber addresses in 2025, with total service addresses up 6% year-over-year. Additionally, TDS Telecom has identified $100 million in annual cost savings by 2028, expected to mitigate increased costs from expanding its fiber footprint. The company remains committed to transforming its operations and achieving long-term financial success.Successful Financing and Transaction Preparation
TDS and UScellular extended near-term bank maturities and amended revolvers to ensure financial flexibility ahead of the expected mid-2025 closing of the transaction with T-Mobile.
Increased Third-Party Tower Revenue
Third-party tower revenue increased by 6% due to new colocations and escalators on renewed leases, indicating strong performance in the Tower business segment.
Strong Free Cash Flow Generation
The company generated $79 million of free cash flow in Q1 2025, an $18 million increase over the same quarter last year, driven by reduced capital expenditures and stable operating expenses.
Aggressive Fiber Expansion
TDS expanded its fiber footprint by over 30% in the last three years and is on track to achieve its goal of 150,000 fiber addresses in 2025, with significant construction activities planned.
Introduction of Transformation Cost Savings Program
TDS Telecom identified $100 million in annual cost savings expected by year-end 2028, with some savings anticipated by the end of 2025.
TDS Earnings History
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Beat
Missed
TDS Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
May 02, 2025 | $37.64 | $34.31 | -8.85% |
Feb 21, 2025 | $39.59 | $37.92 | -4.22% |
Nov 01, 2024 | $29.68 | $27.42 | -7.61% |
Aug 02, 2024 | $21.03 | $19.93 | -5.23% |
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FAQ
When does Telephone & Data Systems (TDS) report earnings?
Telephone & Data Systems (TDS) is schdueled to report earning on Jul 31, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is Telephone & Data Systems (TDS) earnings time?
Telephone & Data Systems (TDS) earnings time is at Jul 31, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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What is TDS EPS forecast?
TDS EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q2) is <0.01.