Telephone and Data Systems has the GF Score of 59, which implies that the company
might have
Poor future performance potential.
The GF Score is a stock performance ranking system developed by GuruFocus using five aspects of valuation, which has been found to be closely correlated to the long-term performances of stocks by backtesting from 2006 to 2021. The stocks with a higher GF Score generally generate higher returns than those with lower GF Scores. Therefore, when picking stocks, investors should invest in companies with high GF Scores. The GF Score ranges from 0 to 100, with 100 as the highest rank.
GF Score takes following five key aspects into consideration:
Each one of these components is ranked and the ranks also have positive correlation with the long term performances of stocks. The GF score is calculated using the five key aspects of analysis. Through backtesting, we know that each of these key aspects has a different impact on the stock price performance. Thus, they are weighted differently when calculating the total score. The Profitability Rank and the Growth Rank are weighted fully, while other parameters have less weight.
Based on research and backtesting result, GuruFocus believes Telephone and Data Systems
might have
Poor future performance potential.
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Telephone and Data Systems (FRA:TDA1) GF Score Explanation
Based on the historical long-term performances among five valuation aspects, the GF Score is found to be closely correlated to the long-term performances of stocks. It ranges from 0 to 100, with 100 as the highest. GuruFocus divided GF Score into following 5 categories:
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Telephone and Data Systems GF Score Related Terms
FRA:TDA1 vs LBRDA, IRDM, LBTYA: GF Score Comparison
For the Telecom Services subindustry, Telephone and Data Systems's GF Score, along with its competitors' market caps and GF Score 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 GF Score vs Telecommunication Services Industry
For the Telecommunication Services industry and Communication Services sector, Telephone and Data Systems's GF Score distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Telephone and Data Systems's GF Score falls into.
Telephone and Data Systems (FRA:TDA1) has a GF Score of 59 as of Jul. 09, 2026. GF Score is a stock performance ranking system developed by GuruFocus using five aspects of valuation. View historical data on Telephone and Data Systems and its competitors. This is 17% below median its historical median of 71.00. Over the past decade, Telephone and Data Systems' GF Score has ranged from 26.00 to 83.00.
Is Telephone and Data Systems' GF Score too high?
Telephone and Data Systems' current GF Score of 59 is 17% below median its 10-year median of 71.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 26.00 to a high of 83.00. Overall, Telephone and Data Systems has a GF Score™ of 59/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Telephone and Data Systems' GF Score compare to LBRDA and IRDM?
Telephone and Data Systems' GF Score of 59 can be compared against companies in the Telecommunication Services industry. Historically, Telephone and Data Systems' own GF Score has ranged from 26.00 to 83.00 over the past decade. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good GF Score for a Telecommunication Services company?
A good GF Score depends on the Telecommunication Services industry context. However, GF Score 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 GF Score mean?
A high GF Score can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. GF Score is a stock performance ranking system developed by GuruFocus using five aspects of valuation. View historical data on Telephone and Data Systems and its competitors. Telephone and Data Systems's current GF Score is 59, which is 17% below median its own 10-year median of 71.00. 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 (FRA:TDA1) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is €28.02, compared to a current price of €30.40 — trading 8.5% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Score is 59, which is 17% below median its 10-year median of 71.00. Telephone and Data Systems' overall GF Score™ is 59/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is GF Score calculated?
GF Score is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Telephone and Data Systems (FRA:TDA1), the current GF Score is 59 as of Jul. 09, 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 (FRA:TDA1) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Telephone and Data Systems stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of €30.40 is trading 8.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of €28.02.
GuruFocus considers Telephone and Data Systems to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for FRA:TDA1:
GF Score: 59 (17% below median its 10-year median of 71.00)
GF Value™: €28.02 vs. price of €30.40 (8.5% above fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:TDA1 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
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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