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ITTI(TDS) - 2021 Q1 - Earnings Call Presentation
2021-05-07 23:03
UScellular First Quarter 2021 Results - Total operating revenues increased by 6% from $963 million in Q1 2020 to $1,023 million in Q1 2021[38] - Equipment sales increased by 26% from $201 million in Q1 2020 to $252 million in Q1 2021[38] - Adjusted OIBDA increased by 12% from $231 million in Q1 2020 to $258 million in Q1 2021[38] - Adjusted EBITDA increased by 8% from $281 million in Q1 2020 to $302 million in Q1 2021[42] - UScellular expects service revenues between $3,050 million and $3,150 million for 2021[46] - UScellular expects Adjusted OIBDA between $850 million and $950 million for 2021[46] - UScellular expects Adjusted EBITDA between $1,025 million and $1,125 million for 2021[46] TDS Telecom First Quarter 2021 Results - Total operating revenues increased by 4% from $240 million in Q1 2020 to $249 million in Q1 2021[87] - Residential revenues increased 9% due to increases in broadband connections and speeds[55, 87] - Capital expenditures increased by 30% from $54 million in Q1 2020 to $70 million in Q1 2021[87]
ITTI(TDS) - 2021 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2021-05-07 19:39
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total operating revenues for Q1 2021 were $1.023 billion, an increase of $60 million or 6% year-over-year [35] - Adjusted operating income was $258 million, reflecting a 12% increase year-over-year [40] - Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $302 million, an increase of $21 million or 8% year-over-year [44] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Retail service revenues increased by $14 million to $685 million, driven by higher average revenue per user and an increase in average postpaid subscribers [35] - Total broadband residential connections grew by 10% in the quarter, with residential broadband revenue increasing by 16% [53][60] - Equipment sales revenues increased by $51 million year-over-year due to an increase in units sold and higher-priced units [36] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Postpaid churn rate was 0.92%, down from 0.95% a year ago, indicating improved customer retention [34] - Total broadband penetration increased by 100 basis points to 38% [52] - The company added 13,000 fiber service addresses to its footprint, continuing its fiber strategy [47] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on network modernization, 5G deployment, and fiber expansion as key strategic imperatives [19][16] - A new master lease agreement with DISH Wireless is expected to contribute to tower revenue growth starting in 2022 [20] - The company aims to leverage existing networks and construct greenfield fiber in opportunistic locations to drive growth [50] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the competitive landscape, noting that promotional activity is expected to remain device-related rather than service-related [23] - The company is closely monitoring supply chain issues, particularly concerning chipsets and network supplies, but has not yet seen significant impacts [74][76] - The management is confident in the fiber strategy, having already fibered up 38% of its wireline service addresses [57] Other Important Information - The company redeemed $800 million in senior notes to lower interest expenses [13] - The company continues to return value to shareholders through dividends and opportunistic share repurchases [17] - The company is actively participating in various government broadband funding programs, including the FCC's A-CAM program [101] Q&A Session Summary Question: Guidance and Subscriber Growth - The company expects to achieve positive postpaid phone adds in future quarters, focusing on growing market share [70] Question: TDS Telecom's Guidance - The company is ramping up construction in fiber deployment, which will incur higher costs but is expected to drive new growth revenue [72] Question: Supply Chain Concerns - Management is monitoring supply chain issues, particularly with chipsets, but currently sees no significant impact on operations [74][76] Question: Involuntary Churn Trends - There has been a slight uptick in involuntary churn, but it remains in line with expectations as the market reopens [81] Question: Fiber Construction Acceleration - The company is focused on scaling up operations and is confident in its fiber strategy, having a significant head start over competitors [85] Question: Infrastructure Bill and Broadband Funding - The company is watching the infrastructure proposal closely and expects the broadband portion to survive the legislative process [99]
ITTI(TDS) - 2021 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2021-05-06 20:35
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2021 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 001-14157 TELEPHONE AND DATA SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter) (State or other jurisdiction of in ...
ITTI(TDS) - 2020 Q4 - Earnings Call Presentation
2021-02-19 22:06
| --- | --- | --- | |-------|-----------------------------|-------| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Fourth Quarter 2020 Results | | Safe Harbor Statement Under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 2 All information set forth in this news release, except historical and factual information, represents forward-looking statements. This includes all statements about the company's plans, beliefs, estimates, and expectations. These statements are based on current estimates, projections, and assumptions ...
ITTI(TDS) - 2020 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2021-02-19 19:44
Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. (NYSE:TDS) Q4 2020 Earnings Conference Call February 19, 2021 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Jane McCahon - SVP, Corporate Relations & Corporate Secretary Peter Sereda - EVP & CFO Laurent Therivel - President, CEO & Director Douglas Chambers - EVP, CFO & Treasurer James Butman - President & CEO Vicki Villacrez - CFO & SVP, Finance Conference Call Participants Philip Cusick - JPMorgan Chase & Co. Richard Prentiss - Raymond James & Associates Simon Flannery - Morgan Stanley ...
ITTI(TDS) - 2020 Q4 - Annual Report
2021-02-18 21:56
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2020 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 001-14157 TELEPHONE AND DATA SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter) (State or other jurisdiction of incorpo ...
ITTI(TDS) - 2020 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2020-11-06 23:34
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - TDS had $2.2 billion in immediately available funding sources as of September 30, including cash and cash equivalents, available credit facilities, and undrawn term loans [13] - Total operating revenues for Q3 were $1.027 billion, a slight decrease year-over-year, while retail service revenues increased by $11 million to $674 million [42] - Adjusted operating income was $232 million, an increase of $24 million or 12% year-over-year [50] - Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $282 million, a $26 million or 10% increase year-over-year [54] - The average revenue per user (ARPU) was $47.10 for Q3, up $0.94 or approximately 2% year-over-year [45] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - U.S. Cellular reported strong subscriber growth, with connected device gross additions increasing by 27,000 year-over-year [37] - Postpaid handset churn was 0.88%, down from 1.09% a year ago, indicating improved customer retention [40] - TDS Telecom grew revenue by 7% and adjusted EBITDA by 8% in Q3, driven by broadband initiatives and the Continuum Cable acquisition [58][70] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Store traffic declined by an average of 25% year-over-year due to COVID-19 impacts [38] - The company reported a 70% retention rate for customers who participated in the FCC's Keep Americans Connected Pledge [24] - Broadband residential connections grew 8% in TDS Telecom's wireline segment, with 12% of wireline customers taking up to one gig broadband speeds [71] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on maintaining financial flexibility and has a strategy to invest in growth opportunities identified by both businesses [12][16] - U.S. Cellular is enhancing its brand with a new logo and plans to continue evolving its marketing strategies [18] - The company is committed to expanding its fiber deployment strategy and enhancing customer satisfaction in existing markets [59][67] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to grow service revenues and EBITDA over the long term, citing strong assets and customer engagement [100][104] - The pandemic has highlighted the importance of connectivity, and the company aims to be a critical part of new workplace trends [62] - Management is optimistic about the upcoming iPhone launch and its potential to drive customer traffic during the holiday season [21] Other Important Information - U.S. Cellular has completed an extended-range 5G millimeter wave data session, achieving speeds of up to 1.8 gigabits per second [25] - The company is actively working on organizational restructuring to promote speed and agility in decision-making [28] - TDS Telecom is assessing customer feedback on its new cloud TV product, TDS TV+, and plans to roll it out further [64] Q&A Session Summary Question: How should the company think about financing or monetizing the tower business? - Management emphasized the value of owning tower assets for operational flexibility and plans to continue focusing on maximizing revenue from these assets [92][96] Question: Does U.S. Cellular view itself as a growth business in a competitive wireless world? - Management expressed strong conviction in the growth potential of U.S. Cellular, citing opportunities in enterprise and government sectors as well as prepaid customer management [100][104] Question: Can you discuss stock buybacks and capital allocation? - Management explained the balance between stock buybacks and investing in growth initiatives, noting that they had previously bought back shares at low prices but are currently focusing on fiber investments [106][109] Question: How does the company compare its iPhone offer this year to last year? - Management highlighted a more customer-friendly offer this year without unnecessary requirements, which has resonated well in the market [114] Question: What are the company's plans for 5G and its opportunities? - Management outlined plans for aggressive 5G rollout and emphasized the importance of managing expenses while exploring new use cases for 5G technology [128][130]
ITTI(TDS) - 2020 Q3 - Quarterly Report
2020-11-05 21:46
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2020 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 001-14157 TELEPHONE AND DATA SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter) (State or other jurisdiction o ...
ITTI(TDS) - 2020 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2020-08-06 20:54
Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations [Executive Overview](index=3&type=section&id=Executive%20Overview) The company operates as a diversified telecommunications provider through its U.S. Cellular and TDS Telecom subsidiaries, focusing on 5G and fiber network investments - TDS operates through two main subsidiaries: **U.S. Cellular (82%-owned)** for wireless services and **TDS Telecom (wholly-owned)** for wireline and cable services, serving approximately **6 million connections** nationwide[10](index=10&type=chunk) - The company's strategy involves significant capital reinvestment into its businesses to enhance competitive positioning and financial performance, while also providing shareholder returns via dividends[13](index=13&type=chunk) - Key strategic initiatives include U.S. Cellular's **5G service launch** and 4G LTE network modernization, and TDS Telecom's focus on **fiber deployment** in new and existing markets[14](index=14&type=chunk) - The company acknowledges that the **COVID-19 pandemic is expected to negatively impact** its operations, with the severity and duration of the impact remaining uncertain[11](index=11&type=chunk) [Results of Operations – TDS Consolidated](index=6&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations%20%E2%80%93%20TDS%20Consolidated) Consolidated operating revenues remained flat while net income attributable to shareholders grew 46%, primarily due to a lower effective tax rate from the CARES Act TDS Consolidated Financial Highlights (Six Months Ended June 30) | Financial Metric | 2020 (in millions) | 2019 (in millions) | YoY Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total operating revenues | $2,524 | $2,518 | 0% | | Total operating income | $151 | $142 | +6% | | Net income | $161 | $109 | +47% | | Net income attributable to TDS shareholders | $135 | $92 | +46% | | Adjusted EBITDA (Non-GAAP) | $726 | $701 | +4% | | Capital expenditures | $539 | $411 | +31% | - The effective tax rate for the first six months of 2020 was **6.9%**, a sharp decrease from 31.3% in the same period of 2019, primarily due to tax benefits from the **CARES Act**[19](index=19&type=chunk)[20](index=20&type=chunk) - Equity in earnings of unconsolidated entities, primarily from the LA Partnership, contributed **$90 million** to pre-tax income in the first half of 2020, a **5% increase** from $85 million in the prior year[18](index=18&type=chunk) [U.S. Cellular Operations](index=9&type=section&id=U.S.%20Cellular%20Operations) U.S. Cellular's net income grew 56% despite flat revenues, driven by tax benefits, while postpaid churn improved due to reduced customer switching during the pandemic - COVID-19 impacts included reduced customer switching activity, leading to **lower gross additions and churn**, while participation in the FCC Keep Americans Connected Pledge also reduced non-pay defections[29](index=29&type=chunk)[30](index=30&type=chunk) U.S. Cellular Postpaid Activity (YTD 2020 vs YTD 2019) | Metric | YTD 2020 | YTD 2019 | Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total Gross Additions | 261,000 | 273,000 | -4% | | Total Net Additions (Losses) | (14,000) | (58,000) | +76% | | Total Churn | 1.05% | 1.24% | -19 bps | U.S. Cellular Financial Highlights (Six Months Ended June 30) | Financial Metric | 2020 (in millions) | 2019 (in millions) | YoY Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total operating revenues | $1,937 | $1,939 | 0% | | Operating income | $104 | $95 | +9% | | Net income | $141 | $90 | +56% | | Adjusted EBITDA (Non-GAAP) | $560 | $537 | +4% | | Capital expenditures | $405 | $297 | +36% | - Selling, general and administrative expenses decreased for the six months ended June 30, 2020, primarily due to **lower bad debts expense**, advertising, and employee-related expenses[53](index=53&type=chunk) [TDS Telecom Operations](index=17&type=section&id=TDS%20Telecom%20Operations) TDS Telecom's revenues grew 4% driven by the Continuum acquisition and broadband growth, but operating income declined 10% due to higher operating expenses TDS Telecom Financial Highlights (Six Months Ended June 30) | Financial Metric | 2020 (in millions) | 2019 (in millions) | YoY Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total operating revenues | $481 | $464 | +4% | | Operating income | $59 | $66 | -10% | | Net income | $56 | $56 | 0% | | Adjusted EBITDA (Non-GAAP) | $165 | $165 | 0% | | Capital expenditures | $128 | $112 | +15% | - Revenue growth was primarily driven by the **acquisition of Continuum** (a cable company), along with organic growth in Wireline and Cable broadband services[65](index=65&type=chunk) - Operating expenses increased due to the addition of Continuum, higher plant maintenance, and building expenses, while a gain on asset sale in Q1 2019 also contributed to the unfavorable YoY comparison[66](index=66&type=chunk) - COVID-19 impacts included **reduced churn** and a temporary reduction in service revenues due to participation in the FCC Keep Americans Connected Pledge[59](index=59&type=chunk) [Wireline Operations](index=21&type=section&id=Wireline%20Operations) Wireline operating revenues and income declined due to falling commercial and wholesale revenues, which offset growth in the residential broadband segment Wireline Financial Highlights (Six Months Ended June 30) | Financial Metric | 2020 (in millions) | 2019 (in millions) | YoY Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total operating revenues | $339 | $343 | -1% | | Operating income | $50 | $61 | -18% | | Adjusted EBITDA (Non-GAAP) | $116 | $125 | -7% | - Residential revenues grew **5% YoY to $170 million**, driven by growth in broadband and video connections, but this was offset by a **10% decline in Commercial revenues** and a **3% decline in Wholesale revenues**[80](index=80&type=chunk)[84](index=84&type=chunk)[85](index=85&type=chunk) - Total residential connections grew 2%, with **broadband connections up 6%** and video connections up 9%, while voice connections declined 3%[74](index=74&type=chunk) - Effective January 1, 2020, the company began capitalizing the cost of most modems and installation, which is estimated to be **$14 million** for the full year 2020[88](index=88&type=chunk) [Cable Operations](index=27&type=section&id=Cable%20Operations) Cable operations saw strong growth with a 17% revenue increase and a 90% rise in operating income, primarily driven by the Continuum acquisition Cable Financial Highlights (Six Months Ended June 30) | Financial Metric | 2020 (in millions) | 2019 (in millions) | YoY Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total operating revenues | $142 | $121 | +17% | | Operating income | $9 | $5 | +90% | | Adjusted EBITDA (Non-GAAP) | $49 | $40 | +21% | - The **acquisition of Continuum** was a major driver of growth, contributing **$11 million in revenue** and $6 million in cost of services for the six-month period[101](index=101&type=chunk)[102](index=102&type=chunk) - Total cable connections grew **12%**, boosted by the Continuum acquisition which added 15,800 broadband, 9,400 video, and 5,800 voice connections[94](index=94&type=chunk) [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=30&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Capital%20Resources) The company maintained strong liquidity with $565 million in cash and new credit facilities, supporting a 31% increase in capital expenditures for network investment - Consolidated Cash and cash equivalents increased to **$565 million** at June 30, 2020, from $465 million at December 31, 2019[111](index=111&type=chunk) - In March 2020, TDS and U.S. Cellular secured new revolving credit agreements of **$400 million** and **$300 million**, respectively, with no outstanding borrowings as of June 30, 2020[112](index=112&type=chunk) - U.S. Cellular was the winning bidder for **237 wireless spectrum licenses** in Auction 103 for **$146 million**, with payment completed in April 2020[120](index=120&type=chunk) Consolidated Cash Flow Summary (Six Months Ended June 30) | Cash Flow Activity | 2020 (in millions) | 2019 (in millions) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net cash provided by operating activities | $806 | $592 | | Net cash used in investing activities | ($769) | ($616) | | Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities | $75 | ($62) | | Net increase (decrease) in cash | $112 | ($86) | [Supplemental Information Relating to Non-GAAP Financial Measures](index=36&type=section&id=Supplemental%20Information%20Relating%20to%20Non-GAAP%20Financial%20Measures) This section defines and reconciles non-GAAP metrics like EBITDA and Free Cash Flow to their GAAP counterparts to evaluate business performance and liquidity - The company uses non-GAAP measures like **Adjusted EBITDA** and **Adjusted OIBDA** to evaluate operating results, believing it provides useful information to investors on underlying business trends[139](index=139&type=chunk) TDS Consolidated Non-GAAP Reconciliation (Six Months Ended June 30, 2020) | Metric (in millions) | Amount | | :--- | :--- | | Net income (GAAP) | $161 | | Add: Income tax expense | $12 | | Add: Interest expense | $75 | | Add: Depreciation, amortization and accretion | $470 | | **EBITDA (Non-GAAP)** | **$718** | | Add: (Gain) loss on asset disposals, net | $8 | | **Adjusted EBITDA (Non-GAAP)** | **$726** | | Deduct: Equity in earnings & Interest/dividend income | ($98) | | **Adjusted OIBDA (Non-GAAP)** | **$629** | Free Cash Flow (Six Months Ended June 30) | Metric (in millions) | 2020 | 2019 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Cash flows from operating activities (GAAP) | $806 | $592 | | Less: Cash paid for additions to property, plant and equipment | $610 | $393 | | **Free cash flow (Non-GAAP)** | **$196** | **$199** | [Regulatory Matters](index=42&type=section&id=Regulatory%20Matters) Key regulatory developments include the FCC's proposed $9 billion '5G Fund' for rural deployment and U.S. Cellular's participation in spectrum auctions - The FCC proposed a **$9 billion '5G Fund'** to support rural deployment, which may replace legacy support from the Federal USF that U.S. Cellular currently receives[152](index=152&type=chunk)[153](index=153&type=chunk) - U.S. Cellular was the winning bidder for **237 wireless spectrum licenses** in Auction 103 for **$146 million** and has qualified to bid in Auction 105 (3.5 GHz band)[156](index=156&type=chunk)[157](index=157&type=chunk) - U.S. Cellular filed an application to participate in the **Rural Digital Opportunity Fund (Auction 904)**, a reverse auction to fund high-speed fixed broadband service in rural areas[158](index=158&type=chunk) [Risk Factors](index=46&type=section&id=Risk%20Factors) The primary updated risk factor is the uncertain and potentially material adverse impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the company's business and operations - The primary new risk factor disclosed is the uncertain and potentially material adverse effect of the **COVID-19 pandemic** on the company's business[163](index=163&type=chunk)[164](index=164&type=chunk) - Potential negative impacts from COVID-19 include disruptions to business activities, **supply chain issues**, and economic downturns affecting customer attraction and retention[164](index=164&type=chunk) Financial Statements (Unaudited) [Consolidated Statement of Operations](index=47&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statement%20of%20Operations) Net income attributable to shareholders increased significantly to $135 million on flat operating revenues of $2.524 billion for the six-month period Consolidated Statement of Operations Highlights (Six Months Ended June 30) | Line Item (in millions, except per share) | 2020 | 2019 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total operating revenues | $2,524 | $2,518 | | Operating income | $151 | $142 | | Income before income taxes | $173 | $159 | | Net income | $161 | $109 | | Net income attributable to TDS shareholders | $135 | $92 | | Diluted earnings per share | $1.15 | $0.78 | [Consolidated Balance Sheet](index=51&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheet) Total assets grew to $11.16 billion as of June 30, 2020, driven by increases in cash, licenses, and property, plant, and equipment Consolidated Balance Sheet Highlights | Account (in millions) | June 30, 2020 | Dec 31, 2019 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Assets** | | | | Cash and cash equivalents | $565 | $465 | | Total current assets | $2,086 | $1,921 | | Property, plant and equipment, net | $3,615 | $3,527 | | Total assets | $11,161 | $10,781 | | **Liabilities & Equity** | | | | Total current liabilities | $882 | $962 | | Long-term debt, net | $2,487 | $2,316 | | Total liabilities | $5,658 | $5,377 | | Total TDS shareholders' equity | $4,738 | $4,653 | | Total liabilities and equity | $11,161 | $10,781 | [Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows](index=49&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statement%20of%20Cash%20Flows) Cash from operations increased significantly to $806 million, funding $769 million in investing activities and resulting in a $112 million net cash increase Consolidated Cash Flow Summary (Six Months Ended June 30) | Cash Flow Activity (in millions) | 2020 | 2019 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net cash provided by operating activities | $806 | $592 | | Net cash used in investing activities | ($769) | ($616) | | Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities | $75 | ($62) | | Net increase (decrease) in cash | $112 | ($86) | [Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements](index=58&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) The notes detail key accounting policies, the significant positive impact of the CARES Act on the tax rate, and segment-specific financial information - TDS adopted **ASC 326** for credit losses on January 1, 2020, using a modified retrospective method, which did not have a material impact on retained earnings[198](index=198&type=chunk) - The effective tax rate for the first six months of 2020 was **6.9%** (down from 31.3% in 2019) primarily due to benefits from the **CARES Act**, which allows for the carryback of net operating losses[221](index=221&type=chunk)[222](index=222&type=chunk) - U.S. Cellular's net equipment installment plan receivables were **$866 million** as of June 30, 2020, down from $924 million at year-end 2019[219](index=219&type=chunk) - In April 2020, U.S. Cellular borrowed **$125 million** under its receivables securitization agreement, which is collateralized by its equipment installment plan receivables[230](index=230&type=chunk) Other Information [Legal Proceedings](index=76&type=section&id=Legal%20Proceedings) The company is involved in ongoing civil actions under the Federal False Claims Act related to its participation in several FCC spectrum auctions - TDS and U.S. Cellular are defendants in civil actions under the **Federal False Claims Act** concerning participation in FCC spectrum auctions (58, 66, 73, and 97)[255](index=255&type=chunk) - The Department of Justice investigated the claims but **declined to intervene** in late 2019; the private plaintiffs are proceeding with the case[255](index=255&type=chunk) [Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds](index=77&type=section&id=Unregistered%20Sales%20of%20Equity%20Securities%20and%20Use%20of%20Proceeds) During the second quarter, TDS repurchased over 500,000 of its Common Shares for $7.8 million, with $185 million remaining under its buyback program TDS Common Share Repurchases (Q2 2020) | Period | Total Shares Purchased | Average Price Paid per Share | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | April 1 - 30, 2020 | 501,212 | $15.62 | | May 1 - 31, 2020 | — | — | | June 1 - 30, 2020 | — | — | | **Total for Quarter** | **501,212** | **$15.62** | - As of June 30, 2020, the maximum dollar value of shares that may yet be repurchased under the existing plan was **$185 million**[260](index=260&type=chunk)
ITTI(TDS) - 2020 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2020-04-30 20:48
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2020 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 001-14157 TELEPHONE AND DATA SYSTEMS, INC. (Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 36-2669023 (State or othe ...