Telephone and Data Systems

Telephone & Data Systems, Inc. engages in the provision of wire line and cable broadband, video and voice services. It operates through the following segments: U.S. Cellular, Telephone and Data Systems (TDS) Telecom’s Wireline and Cable. The U.S. Cellular segment provides service to postpaid and prepaid customers from a variety of demographic segments. The TDS Telecom’s Wireline segment operates Wireline and Cable subsidiaries that provide communications services. The Cable segment provides interconnected voice over internet protocol and broadband services, including internet access. The company was founded by LeRoy T. Carlson in 1968 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

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TDS and U.S. Cellular report mixed Q1 results, focus on growth

Telephone and Data Systems and U.S. Cellular navigated a challenging quarter with a mix of operational successes and financial hurdles.
TDS Telecom's fiber deployment progress and U.S. Cellular's network improvements signal a commitment to future growth and market leadership.
Analysts' inquiries highlighted areas for improvement and strategic clarity, prompting discussions on resource allocation and profitability.
Overall, the companies remain focused on their long-term strategies, leveraging strengths and addressing challenges to capitalize on growth opportunities.

TDS and UScellular navigate challenges, eye growth opportunities in Q2

TDS and UScellular focused on strategic priorities and cost containment, with progress in key growth areas.
UScellular's fixed wireless business and TDS Telecom's broadband connections showed strength amid challenges.
Opportunities lie in strategic reviews, fiber program expansions, and network sharing efforts for future growth.
Challenges in postpaid adds and adjusted EBITDA declines require ongoing attention for sustained performance.

Telephone and Data Systems (TDS) excels in Q1 2024, focusing on fiber and tower growth strategies

Telephone and Data Systems (TDS) Q1 2024 earnings call highlighted strong performance by TDS Telecom and UScellular, driven by strategic initiatives and operational improvements. Challenges from cable competitors and subscriber declines were acknowledged, with a focus on network quality and customer retention. TDS is positioned for growth through fiber and tower business strategies, emphasizing financial health and sustained competitiveness.

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Telephone & Data Systems, Inc. is a diversified telecommunications company, which engages in the provision of communications services, retail wireless connections, broadband, video, and voice connections. It operates through the following segments: UScellular, TDS Telecom, and Corporate, Eliminations, and Other. The UScellular segment provides wireless telecommunications services. The TDS Telecom segment offers communications services through fiber, coaxial, and copper networks. The company was founded by LeRoy T. Carlson in 1968 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL.

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz announces an investigation of Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. (“TDS” or the “Company”) (NYSE: TDS) on behalf of investors concerning the Company's possible violations of federal securities laws. If you are a shareholder who suffered a loss, click here to participate. On November 4, 2022, TDS released its third quarter 2022 financial results, reporting that UScellular's heavy promotional activity, including a free phone upgrade prom.

The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz Announces Investigation of Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. (TDS) on Behalf of Investors

NEW YORK , May 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --  WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces the filing of a class action lawsuit on behalf of purchasers of securities of Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. (the "Company" or "TDS") (NYSE: TDS, TDSPrU, TDSPrV) between May 6, 2022 and November 3, 2022, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"). A class action lawsuit has already been filed.

INVESTOR NOTICE: ROSEN, A LONGSTANDING LAW FIRM, Encourages Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action - TDS, TDSPrU, TDSPrV

Telephone and Data Systems (TDS) reported lower revenues year over year due to declining net sales in the U.S Cellular vertical. Strength in residential broadband connection cushioned the top-line.

Telephone and Data Systems' (TDS) Q1 Earnings Miss Estimates

The Madison, Wisconsin-based company is more than halfway to goal of 1.2 million marketable fiber service addresses by 2026 The Madison, Wisconsin-based company is more than halfway to goal of 1.2 million marketable fiber service addresses by 2026

TDS Telecom remains on track in its multi-year fiber program

NEW YORK , May 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Attorney Advertising-- Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC notifies investors that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. ("TDS" or the "Company") (NYSE: TDS, TDSPrU, TDSPrV) and certain of its officers, on behalf of all persons and entities that purchased, or otherwise acquired TDS securities between May 6, 2022 and November 3, 2022, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"). Such investors are encouraged to join this case by visiting the firm's site: www.bgandg.com/tds.

Investor Alert: Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC Notifies Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. (TDS; TDSPrU; TDSPrV) Investors of Class Action and to Actively Participate

Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. looks great on paper, with a dividend yield closing in at 8%. Unfortunately, the strategy contradicts management's earnings guidance, and the company can't cover the dividend with cash flow.

Telephone and Data Systems: High Dividend, High Risk

NEW YORK , May 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Levi & Korsinsky, LLP notifies investors in Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. ("TDS " or the "Company") (NYSE: TDS, TDSPrU, and TDSPrV) of a class action securities lawsuit. The lawsuit on behalf of Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. investors has been commenced in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois.

TDS LAWSUIT ALERT: Levi & Korsinsky Reminds Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. Investors of a Class Action Lawsuit and Upcoming Deadline

2023 guidance reaffirmed CHICAGO , May 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As previously announced, TDS will hold a teleconference on May 5, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. CDT. Listen to the call live via the Events & Presentations page of investors.tdsinc.com.

TDS reports first quarter 2023 results

Did you lose money on investments in Telephone and Data Systems? If so, please visit Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. Shareholder Class Action Lawsuit or contact  Peter Allocco at (212) 951-2030 or pallocco@bernlieb.com to discuss your rights.

TELEPHONE AND DATA SYSTEMS, INC. (NYSE: TDS) SHAREHOLDER CLASS ACTION ALERT: Bernstein Liebhard LLP Announces that a Securities Class Action Lawsuit Has Been Filed Against Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. (NYSE: TDS; TDSPrV; TDSPrU)

SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $TDS #TDS--Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. (TDS) Misled Investors Regarding its Subsidiaries' Ability to Retain Customers.

Shareholder Alert: Robbins LLP Informs Investors of Class Action Against Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. (TDS)

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $TDS #TDS--The Schall Law Firm Encourages Investors in Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. with Losses of $100,000 to Contact the Firm.

SHAREHOLDER ACTION REMINDER: The Schall Law Firm Encourages Investors in Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. with Losses of $100,000 to Contact the Firm

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, announces the filing of a class action lawsuit on behalf of purchasers of securities of Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. (the “Company” or “TDS”) (NYSE: TDS, TDSPrU, TDSPrV) between May 6, 2022 and November 3, 2022, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”). A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than July 3, 2023. SO WHAT: If you pu.

EQUITY ALERT: ROSEN, SKILLED INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. Investors with Losses in Excess of $100K to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action – TDS, TDSPrU, TDSPrV

United States Cellular

CHICAGO , April 28, 2023 /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 5, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. central time.

TDS and UScellular to release first quarter operating results and host conference call on May 5, 2023

NEW YORK , April 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Levi & Korsinsky notifies investors that it has commenced an investigation of Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. ("TDS" or the "Company") (NYSE: TDS) concerning possible violations of federal securities laws. After market closed on November 3, 2022, TDS announced results for the third fiscal quarter ended September 30, 2022, including that net income (loss) attributable to TDS common shareholders and related diluted earnings (loss) per share were $(25) million and $(0.22), respectively, for the third quarter of 2022 compared to $28 million and $0.24, respectively, for the third quarter of 2021.

TDS INVESTOR ALERT: Levi & Korsinsky, LLP Notifies Investors of an Investigation Involving Possible Securities Fraud Violations Concerning Telephone and Data Systems, Inc.

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CHICAGO , March 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. (NYSE: TDS) and United States Cellular Corporation (NYSE: USM) are attending the following conferences. Morgan Stanley Technology, Media & Telecom ConferenceWebcast on March 8, 2023 at 4:30 pm ET Douglas W.

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Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. (NYSE:TDS ) Q4 2022 Results Conference Call February 17, 2023 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Colleen Thompson - Vice President, Corporate Relations Vicki Villacrez - Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer LT Therivel - President and Chief Executive Officer, U.S. Cellular Doug Chambers - Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, U.S. Cellular Michelle Brukwicki - SVP of Finance and Chief Financial Officer, TDS Telecom Conference Call Participants Rick Prentiss - Raymond James Simon Flannery - Morgan Stanley Michael Rollins - Citi Sergey Dluzhevskiy - GAMCO Investors Operator Hello, and thank you for standing by. My name is Regina, and I will be your conference operator today.

Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. (TDS) Q4 2022 Earnings Call Transcript

49th consecutive year that TDS has increased its common share dividend CHICAGO , Feb. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The board of directors of Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. (NYSE: TDS), a leading provider of telecommunications services, has declared first quarter 2023 dividends on its Common Shares, Series A Common Shares, Series UU Preferred Shares and Series VV Preferred Shares payable on March 31, 2023, to holders of record on March 15, 2023. TDS is paying a quarterly dividend of $0.185 per Common Share and Series A Common Share.

TDS announces first quarter 2023 dividends

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