TDS (Telephone and Data Systems) EPS (Basic): $0.56 (TTM As of Mar. 2026)


TDS Telephone and Data Systems Inc TDS
64 GF Score
Price $37.44
GF Value $32.86
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Telephone and Data Systems EPS (Basic)?

Telephone and Data Systems TDS -0.29% 64 EPS (Basic) is $0.56 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.

Telephone and Data Systems's basic earnings per share (Basic EPS) for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was $1.12. Its basic earnings per share (Basic EPS) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.56.

Telephone and Data Systems's EPS (Diluted) for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was $1.09. Its EPS (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.52.

Telephone and Data Systems's EPS without NRI for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.14. Its EPS without NRIearnings per share without non-recurring items for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was 1.00.

During the past 3 years, the average EPS without NRI Growth Rate was 68.40% 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 EPS without NRI Growth Rate using EPS without NRI data.

During the past 13 years, Telephone and Data Systems's highest 3-Year average EPS without NRI Growth Rate was 68.40% per year. The lowest was -50.70% per year. And the median was 21.60% per year.

Telephone and Data Systems  (NYSE:TDS) EPS (Basic) Explanation

EPS is the single most important variable used by Wall Street in determining the earnings power of a company. But investors need to be aware that Earnings per Share can be easily manipulated by adjusting depreciation and amortization rate or non-recurring items. That's why GuruFocus lists EPS without NRI, which better reflects the company's underlying performance.

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Compared with Earnings per share, a company's cash flow is better indicator of the company's earnings power.

If a company's earnings per share is less than cash flow per share over long term, investors need to be cautious and find out why.

Telephone and Data Systems EPS (Basic) Related Terms

Telephone and Data Systems EPS (Basic) Historical Data

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* 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 EPS (Basic) Chart

Telephone and Data Systems Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EPS (Basic)
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 1.03 -0.07 -5.05 -0.85 -0.66

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
EPS (Basic) 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 -0.09 -0.05 -0.85 0.34 1.12
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Telephone and Data Systems EPS (Basic) Calculation

EPS (Basic) is a rough measurement of the amount of a company's profit that can be allocated to one share of its stock. Basic earnings per share (EPS) do not factor in the dilutive effects on convertible securities.

Telephone and Data Systems's Basic EPS for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as

Basic EPS (A: Dec. 2025 )=(Net Income-Preferred Dividends)/Shares Outstanding (Basic Average)
=(-6.236-69.225)/115.179
=-0.66

Telephone and Data Systems's Basic EPS for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as

Basic EPS (Q: Mar. 2026 )=(Net Income-Preferred Dividends)/Shares Outstanding (Basic Average)
=(144.594-17.306)/113.882
=1.12

EPS (Basic) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $0.56

* 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.

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What does a EPS (Basic) of $0.56 mean?
Telephone and Data Systems (TDS) has a EPS (Basic) of $0.56 as of Mar. 2026. Earnings per share (basic) equals net income divided by the standard, non-diluted average shares outstanding. View historical data on Telephone and Data Systems and its competitors.
Is Telephone and Data Systems' EPS (Basic) too high?
Telephone and Data Systems' current EPS (Basic) is $0.56. 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' EPS (Basic) compare to AD and LBTYA?
Telephone and Data Systems' EPS (Basic) of $0.56 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 EPS (Basic) for a Telecommunication Services company?
A good EPS (Basic) depends on the Telecommunication Services industry context. However, EPS (Basic) 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 EPS (Basic) mean?
A high EPS (Basic) can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Earnings per share (basic) equals net income divided by the standard, non-diluted average shares outstanding. View historical data on Telephone and Data Systems and its competitors. Telephone and Data Systems's current EPS (Basic) is $0.56. 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 $37.44 — trading 13.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EPS (Basic) is $0.56. 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 EPS (Basic) calculated?
EPS (Basic) is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Telephone and Data Systems (TDS), the current EPS (Basic) is $0.56 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 $37.44 is trading 13.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of $32.86. GuruFocus considers Telephone and Data Systems to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TDS:

  • EPS (Basic): $0.56
  • GF Value™: $32.86 vs. price of $37.44 (13.9% 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.
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