Financial Performance - For the quarter ended March 2025, Telephone & Data Systems (TDS) reported revenue of $1.15 billion, down 8.6% year-over-year [1] - EPS came in at -$0.09, compared to $0.10 in the year-ago quarter, representing a significant decline [1] - The reported revenue was a surprise of -3.24% compared to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.19 billion, and the EPS surprise was -350.00% against the consensus estimate of -$0.02 [1] Key Metrics - US Cellular Postpaid ARPU was $52.06, slightly below the estimated $52.37 [4] - US Cellular Retail Connections Prepaid reported a net loss of 17 thousand, worse than the estimated loss of 13.5 thousand [4] - US Cellular Postpaid Churn rate was 1.2%, matching the average estimate [4] - Total Retail Connections Postpaid at the end of the period was 3.95 million, in line with the average estimate [4] Revenue Breakdown - Operating Revenues for U.S. Cellular were $891 million, below the average estimate of $923.79 million, reflecting a year-over-year change of -6.2% [4] - Operating Revenues for TDS Telecom were $257 million, slightly below the estimated $262.13 million, representing a -3.4% change year-over-year [4] - TDS Telecom Service- Wholesale revenues were $39 million, compared to the average estimate of $42.79 million, indicating an -11.4% year-over-year change [4] - TDS Telecom Service revenues were $256 million, below the estimated $261.09 million, with a -3.9% change year-over-year [4] - Operating Revenues from all other sources were $6 million, significantly below the estimated $10.03 million, representing an -87% change year-over-year [4] - TDS Telecom Service Residential - Wireline, Expansion revenues were $34 million, exceeding the average estimate of $32.20 million, with a year-over-year change of +30.8% [4] - TDS Telecom Service Residential - Cable revenues were $64 million, slightly below the estimated $64.63 million, reflecting an -8.6% change year-over-year [4] - U.S. Cellular Equipment and product sales were $150 million, significantly below the estimated $197.91 million, representing a -23.7% change year-over-year [4] Stock Performance - Shares of TDS have returned -0.6% over the past month, compared to the Zacks S&P 500 composite's -0.5% change [3] - The stock currently holds a Zacks Rank 3 (Hold), indicating potential performance in line with the broader market in the near term [3]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a free cash flow of $79 million in Q1 2025, an increase of $18 million compared to the same quarter last year [16] - Total operating revenues decreased by 3% year over year, impacted by divestitures and declines in commercial and wholesale revenue [49] - Cash expenses increased by 6% or $11 million in the quarter compared to the prior year, with part of this increase attributed to a non-cash adjustment to stock-based compensation [49] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company saw a 6% increase in third-party tower revenue due to new co-locations and escalators on renewed leases [15] - Fiber service addresses grew by 6% year over year, with 14,000 new addresses delivered in the quarter [39] - Residential broadband net additions were 2,800, with 8,300 coming from fiber markets, lower than prior quarters due to timing of service address delivery [40] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is experiencing competitive pressures in the broadband market, with aggressive pricing and promotional offers from competitors [17] - The demand for higher broadband speeds remains strong, with 82% of residential broadband customers taking 100 meg or higher [47] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on completing the transaction with T-Mobile and repositioning the remaining business for future success [12] - There is an ongoing effort to expand the fiber program, which has increased the footprint by over 30% in the last three years [13] - The company plans to declare a special dividend to shareholders following the closing of the T-Mobile transaction, subject to board approval [12] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged increased uncertainties in the broader economy and markets but remains optimistic about the long-term potential of the tower business [15] - The company is focused on cost optimization and expects capital expenditures to decline in 2025 as planned 5G coverage builds are largely completed [16] - Management expressed confidence in achieving $100 million in annual cost savings by the end of 2028 through transformation efforts [41] Other Important Information - The company does not plan to redeem Series UU and Series BV preferred stock, viewing them as foundational capital [74] - The expected cash outflow related to severance obligations for employees not retained by T-Mobile is estimated to be between $60 million to $80 million [30] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the timeline for the designated entity spectrum approval? - The timing is uncertain and dependent on regulatory approval by the FCC, but there is optimism for a positive outcome [60] Question: How should free cash flow be viewed going forward? - The reported free cash flow of $79 million is not necessarily a run rate, but capital expenditures are expected to be down in 2025, which is positive for free cash flow [62] Question: What are the expectations for the tower company reporting post-closing? - The company anticipates providing tower company reporting including AFFO and related metrics in the first quarter after the close [65] Question: How is the door-to-door sales effort performing? - The company has strengthened its sales teams and expects net adds to improve as fiber address delivery ramps up [68] Question: Why does US Cellular need to remain a public entity? - The incremental cost to operate as a public company is minimal, and there are no significant incentives to collapse the structure at this time [112]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total operating revenues decreased by 3% year over year, impacted by divestitures and declines in commercial and wholesale revenue, as well as decreases in residential video and voice connections [47] - Cash expenses increased by 6% or $11 million compared to the prior year, with $4 million of this increase attributed to a cumulative non-cash adjustment to stock-based compensation [47] - Free cash flow for the first quarter was $79 million, an increase of $18 million over the same quarter last year [14] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Postpaid handset results showed year-over-year improvements, while third-party tower revenue increased by 6% due to new co-locations and escalators on renewed leases [13] - Fiber service addresses grew by 6% year over year, with 14,000 new addresses delivered in the quarter [45] - Residential broadband net additions were 2,800, with 8,300 coming from fiber markets, lower than prior quarters due to timing of service address delivery [36][62] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company continues to face aggressive promotional competition in the wireless market, with competitors offering multi-year price locks and aggressive pricing [15] - Demand for higher broadband speeds remains strong, with 82% of residential broadband customers taking 100 megabits or higher and 24% taking one gig or higher at the end of the quarter [45] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on closing the proposed transaction with T-Mobile and repositioning the remaining business for future success, including a potential special dividend to shareholders [10][18] - The fiber program has expanded the company's footprint by over 30% in the last three years, with further opportunities for growth [11] - The company is evaluating its portfolio to minimize exposure to copper markets without an economic path to fiber [97] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged increased uncertainties in the broader economy and markets but remains optimistic about the long-term potential of the tower business [13][17] - The anticipated closing of the T-Mobile transaction is expected to provide better competitive choices and connectivity experiences for customers [16] - Management expects to incur cash income tax obligations related to the gain on the sale of spectrum in the Verizon and AT&T transactions, estimated between $325 million to $375 million [33] Other Important Information - The company does not plan to redeem Series UU and Series BV preferred stock, viewing them as foundational capital going forward [69] - The company expects to incur severance obligations for employees not retained by T-Mobile, estimated between $60 million to $80 million [28] Q&A Session Summary Question: Timeline for designated entity spectrum approval - The timing is uncertain and dependent on regulatory approval by the FCC, but there is optimism for a successful outcome [56] Question: Free cash flow run rate - The $79 million in free cash flow is not necessarily a run rate, but capital expenditures are expected to be down in 2025, which is positive for free cash flow [58] Question: Debt exchange offer impact - The impact of the debt exchange offer on the purchase price is uncertain, but there is interest in retaining attractive debt [60] Question: Fiber net adds and sales efforts - Fiber net adds were lower due to timing of address delivery, but as construction ramps up, net adds are expected to follow [62] Question: Divestiture strategy for wireline and cable portfolio - The company is focused on divesting non-core assets, particularly isolated copper markets without an economic path to fiber [97]

Telephone & Data Systems (TDS) came out with a quarterly loss of $0.09 per share versus the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a loss of $0.02. This compares to earnings of $0.10 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of -350%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this parent of U.S. Cellular and TDS Telecom would post a loss of $0.32 per share when it actually produced a loss of $0.09, delivering a surprise of 71.88%.Over the l ...

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, 2025 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to (Address of principal executive offices) (Zip code) Registrant's telephone number, including area code: (312) 630-1900 Commission file number 001-14157 TEL ...

Financial Performance - TDS reported total operating revenues of $1,154 million for Q1 2025, a decrease of 8.6% from $1,262 million in Q1 2024[4] - Net income attributable to TDS common shareholders was $(10) million, resulting in a diluted loss per share of $(0.09), compared to a net income of $12 million and earnings per share of $0.10 in the same period last year[4] - UScellular reported operating revenues of $891 million for Q1 2025, a decrease of 6% compared to $950 million in Q1 2024[28] - TDS Telecom's operating revenues were $257 million in Q1 2025, down 3% from $266 million in Q1 2024[28] - Net income for the three months ended March 31, 2025, was $12 million, a decrease of 68.4% compared to $38 million in the same period of 2024[31] - Total operating revenues for UScellular decreased by 6% to $891 million in Q1 2025, down from $950 million in Q1 2024[39] - Adjusted EBITDA for UScellular was $254 million, reflecting a 7% decline from $272 million in the previous year[39] - TDS Telecom's net income for Q1 2025 was $4 million, significantly down from $24 million in Q1 2024[50] - UScellular's net income for Q1 2025 was $20 million, a decrease from $24 million in Q1 2024[48] Customer Metrics - TDS Telecom added 14,000 marketable fiber service addresses in Q1 2025, contributing to ongoing fiber deployment efforts[5] - The company reported 2,800 residential broadband net additions in Q1 2025, with 8,300 coming from fiber markets[10] - Total residential connections decreased to 931,400 in Q1 2025 from 956,100 in Q1 2024, reflecting a decline in broadband and voice connections[25] - Total broadband connections increased slightly to 555,800 in Q1 2025, compared to 547,900 in Q1 2024[25] - The churn rate for residential fiber connections was 0.9% in Q1 2025, an improvement from 1.0% in Q4 2024[25] - Average Revenue Per User (ARPU) for postpaid customers increased to $52.06 in Q1 2025, up from $51.96 in Q1 2024[23] Capital Expenditures and Cash Flow - Capital expenditures for UScellular were $53 million in Q1 2025, significantly lower than $162 million in Q4 2024[25] - Capital expenditures for UScellular dropped significantly by 60% to $53 million in Q1 2025, compared to $131 million in Q1 2024[39] - TDS consolidated free cash flow for Q1 2025 was $47 million, compared to a negative $20 million in Q1 2024[45] - UScellular's free cash flow increased to $79 million in Q1 2025 from $61 million in Q1 2024[45] - TDS consolidated cash flows from operating activities were $186 million in Q1 2025, down from $224 million in Q1 2024[45] Strategic Initiatives and Changes - TDS is undergoing foundational changes in its remaining businesses, focusing on enhancing customer experience and improving margins over time[5] - UScellular is not providing financial guidance for 2025 due to the pending transaction with T-Mobile[9] - The expected closing of the sale of UScellular's wireless operations to T-Mobile is anticipated in mid-2025, pending regulatory approval[6] - TDS is focusing on strategic alternatives, with expenses related to this review amounting to $10 million for UScellular in Q1 2025, up from $7 million in Q1 2024[48] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets as of March 31, 2025, were $13,536 million, a decrease from $13,682 million at the end of 2024[33] - Total current liabilities decreased to $960 million as of March 31, 2025, from $1,090 million at the end of 2024[35] - TDS shareholders' equity decreased to $5,078 million as of March 31, 2025, from $5,091 million at the end of 2024[35]

CHICAGO, May 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ --As previously announced, TDS will hold a teleconference on May 2, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. CDT. Listen to the call live via the Events & Presentations page of investors.tdsinc.com.Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. (NYSE:TDS) reported total operating revenues of $1,154 million for the first quarter of 2025, versus $1,262 million for the same period one year ago. Net income (loss) attributable to TDS common shareholders and related diluted earnings (loss) per share were $(10) mill ...

CHICAGO, April 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. (NYSE: TDS) and United States Cellular Corporation (NYSE: USM) will be webcasting their first quarter operating results conference call on May 2, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. Central Time. The companies will release their financial results on May 2, 2025. To listen to the webcast, please visit the events & presentations pages of investors.tdsinc.com or investors.uscellular.com. The presentations will be webcast both live and on-demand. It is rec ...

SAN DIEGO, March 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Shareholders Foundation, Inc. announced an update in the lawsuit that is pending for certain investors in NYSE: TDS shares. Investors who purchased shares of Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. prior to May 2022 and continue to hold any of those NYSE: TDS shares also have certain options and should contact the Shareholders Foundation at mail@shareholdersfoundation.com or call +1(858) 779 - 1554. On May 2, 2023, a NYSE: TDS investor filed a lawsuit against Tele ...

Core Insights - US Signal has been recognized on the 2025 Tech Elite 250 list by CRN, marking the second consecutive year of this honor [1][2] - The company experienced significant growth in 2024, attributed to investments in technical capabilities and acquisitions [3] Company Achievements - US Signal made substantial investments in 2024, including the purchase of data centers in Indianapolis and Detroit, and the acquisition of OneNeck IT Solutions LLC and OneNeck Data Center Holdings LLC [3] - The launch of the OpenCloud product has positioned US Signal as a revolutionary player in the cloud hosting market [3] - Additional recent honors include recognition on CRN's 2024 Cloud 100 List and TMCNet's Zero Trust Security Excellence Awards [4] Certifications and Partnerships - US Signal has received certifications from major technology vendors such as Acronis, Cisco, Microsoft, and VMware, among others [5] - The company has expanded its technology partnerships in 2024, welcoming new partners like Insight and Cato Networks [5][6] - These certifications and partnerships are crucial for maintaining high service standards in a rapidly evolving digital landscape [6] Company Overview - Established in 2001, US Signal is a leading digital infrastructure provider in the Midwest, specializing in managed and professional services [7] - The company operates an extensive fiber network and offers services including network connectivity, cloud hosting, and disaster recovery solutions [7]