TDS (Telephone and Data Systems) E10: $0.28 (As of Mar. 2026)


TDS Telephone and Data Systems Inc TDS
64 GF Score
Price $37.49
GF Value $32.86
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Telephone and Data Systems E10?

Telephone and Data Systems TDS -0.16% 64 E10 is $0.28 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates TDS with a GF Score™ of 64/100 and a GF Value™ of $32.86 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review.

E10 is a concept invented by Prof. Robert Shiller, who uses E10 for his Shiller P/E calculation. E10 is the average of the inflation adjusted earnings of a company over the past 10 years.

Telephone and Data Systems's adjusted earnings per share data for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was $1.090. Add all the adjusted EPS for the past 10 years together and divide 10 will get our e10, which is $0.28 for the trailing ten years ended in Mar. 2026.

During the past 12 months, Telephone and Data Systems's average E10 Growth Rate was -12.50% per year. During the past 3 years, the average E10 Growth Rate was -45.50% per year. During the past 5 years, the average E10 Growth Rate was -30.40% per year. During the past 10 years, the average E10 Growth Rate was -14.40% per year. Please click Growth Rate Calculation Example (GuruFocus) to see how GuruFocus calculates Wal-Mart Stores Inc (WMT)'s revenue growth rate. You can apply the same method to get the E10 growth rate using E10 data.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average E10 Growth Rate of Telephone and Data Systems was 73.90% per year. The lowest was -45.50% per year. And the median was -1.50% per year.

As of today (2026-06-25), Telephone and Data Systems's current stock price is $37.49. Telephone and Data Systems's E10 for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.28. Telephone and Data Systems's Shiller PE Ratio of today is 133.89.

During the past 13 years, the highest Shiller PE Ratio of Telephone and Data Systems was 287.64. The lowest was 6.41. And the median was 24.36.


Telephone and Data Systems  (NYSE:TDS) E10 Explanation

If a company grows much fast than inflation, E10 may underestimate the company's earnings power. Shiller PE Ratio can seem to be too high even the actual P/E is low.

For the Shiller P/E, the earnings of the past 10 years are inflation-adjusted and averaged. The result is used for P/E calculation. Since it looks at the average over the last 10 years, the Shiller P/E is also called PE10.

The Shiller P/E was first used by professor Robert Shiller to measure the valuation of the overall market. The same calculation is applied here to individual companies.

Telephone and Data Systems's Shiller P/E Ratio of today is calculated as

Shiller PE Ratio=Share Price/E10
=37.49/0.28
=133.89

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

During the past 13 years, the highest Shiller P/E Ratio of Telephone and Data Systems was 287.64. The lowest was 6.41. And the median was 24.36.


Be Aware

Shiller PE Ratio works better for cyclical companies. It gives you a better idea on the company's real earnings power.


Telephone and Data Systems E10 Related Terms


Telephone and Data Systems E10 Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Telephone and Data Systems's E10 can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Telephone and Data Systems E10 Chart

Telephone and Data Systems Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
E10
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 1.08 1.05 0.41 0.50 0.17

Telephone and Data Systems Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
E10 Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.32 0.29 0.14 0.17 0.28

TDS vs AD, LBTYA, LBRDA: E10 Comparison

For the Telecom Services subindustry, Telephone and Data Systems's Shiller PE Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and Shiller PE Ratio data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Telephone and Data Systems Shiller PE Ratio vs Telecommunication Services Industry

For the Telecommunication Services industry and Communication Services sector, Telephone and Data Systems's Shiller PE Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Telephone and Data Systems's Shiller PE Ratio falls into.


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Telephone and Data Systems E10 Calculation

E10 is a concept invented by Prof. Robert Shiller, who uses E10 for his Shiller P/E calculation. When we calculate the today's Shiller P/E ratio of a stock, we use today's price divided by E10.

What is E10? How do we calculate E10?

E10 is the average of the inflation adjusted earnings of a company over the past 10 years. Let's use an example to explain.

If we want to calculate the E10 of Wal-Mart (WMT) for Dec. 31, 2010, we need to have the inflation data and the earnings from 2001 through 2010.

We adjusted the earnings of 2001 earnings data with the total inflation from 2001 through 2010 to the equivalent earnings in 2010. If the total inflation from 2001 to 2010 is 40%, and Wal-Mart earned $1 a share in 2001, then the 2001's equivalent earnings in 2010 is $1.4 a share. If Wal-Mart earns $1 again in 2002, and the total inflation from 2002 through 2010 is 35%, then the equivalent 2002 earnings in 2010 is $1.35. So on and so forth, you get the equivalent earnings of past 10 years. Then you add them together and divided the sum by 10 to get E10.

Please note that we use the CPI data of the country/region where the company is headquartered. If the CPI data for that country/region is not available, then we will use the CPI data of the United States as default.

For example, Telephone and Data Systems's adjusted earnings per share data for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was:

Adj_EPS= Earnings per Share (Diluted) /CPI of Mar. 2026 (Change)*Current CPI (Mar. 2026)
=1.09/330.2130*330.2130
=1.090

Current CPI (Mar. 2026) = 330.2130.

Telephone and Data Systems Quarterly Data

per share eps CPI Adj_EPS
201606 0.250 241.018 0.343
201609 0.110 241.428 0.150
201612 -0.050 241.432 -0.068
201703 0.330 243.801 0.447
201706 0.090 244.955 0.121
201709 -1.640 246.819 -2.194
201712 2.540 246.524 3.402
201803 0.340 249.554 0.450
201806 0.290 251.989 0.380
201809 0.410 252.439 0.536
201812 0.140 251.233 0.184
201903 0.500 254.202 0.650
201906 0.280 256.143 0.361
201909 0.150 256.759 0.193
201912 0.100 256.974 0.129
202003 0.590 258.115 0.755
202006 0.560 257.797 0.717
202009 0.660 260.280 0.837
202012 0.120 260.474 0.152
202103 0.480 264.877 0.598
202106 0.170 271.696 0.207
202109 0.240 274.310 0.289
202112 0.110 278.802 0.130
202203 0.370 287.504 0.425
202206 0.150 296.311 0.167
202209 -0.220 296.808 -0.245
202212 -0.380 296.797 -0.423
202303 -0.080 301.836 -0.088
202306 -0.170 305.109 -0.184
202309 -0.160 307.789 -0.172
202312 -4.640 306.746 -4.995
202403 0.100 312.332 0.106
202406 -0.130 314.175 -0.137
202409 -0.730 315.301 -0.765
202412 -0.100 315.605 -0.105
202503 -0.090 319.799 -0.093
202506 -0.050 322.561 -0.051
202509 -0.850 324.800 -0.864
202512 0.330 324.054 0.336
202603 1.090 330.213 1.090

Add all the adjusted EPS together and divide 10 will get our e10.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about E10 →
What does a E10 of $0.28 mean?
Telephone and Data Systems (TDS) has a E10 of $0.28 as of Mar. 2026. E10 represents the company's inflation-adjusted earnings per share over a 10-year period. View historical data on Telephone and Data Systems and its competitors.
Is Telephone and Data Systems' E10 too high?
Telephone and Data Systems' current E10 is $0.28. Overall, Telephone and Data Systems has a GF Score™ of 64/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Telephone and Data Systems' E10 compare to AD and LBTYA?
Telephone and Data Systems' E10 of $0.28 can be compared against companies in the Telecommunication Services industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good E10 for a Telecommunication Services company?
A good E10 depends on the Telecommunication Services industry context. However, E10 should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high E10 mean?
A high E10 can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. E10 represents the company's inflation-adjusted earnings per share over a 10-year period. View historical data on Telephone and Data Systems and its competitors. Telephone and Data Systems's current E10 is $0.28. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Telephone and Data Systems stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Telephone and Data Systems (TDS) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $32.86, compared to a current price of $37.49 — trading 14.1% above its estimated fair value. The current E10 is $0.28. Telephone and Data Systems' overall GF Score™ is 64/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is E10 calculated?
E10 is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Telephone and Data Systems (TDS), the current E10 is $0.28 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Telephone and Data Systems (TDS) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Telephone and Data Systems stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $37.49 is trading 14.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of $32.86. GuruFocus considers Telephone and Data Systems to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TDS:

  • E10: $0.28
  • GF Value™: $32.86 vs. price of $37.49 (14.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 64/100 with 5 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the TDS stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Telephone and Data Systems Business Description

Other Exchanges TDSpU.PFD:USA
Address 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 4000, Chicago, IL, USA, 60602
Telephone and Data Systems Inc is a diversified telecommunications operator that provides communications services to customers through broadband, video, voice, and wireless connections. The company has two reportable segments: TDS Telecom and Array. The majority of its revenue is generated from the TDS Telecom segment, which generates revenue by providing broadband, video, voice, and wireless services. The Array segment generates its revenue mainly by leasing tower space on Array-owned towers to customers.
64GF Score

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