Telephone and Data Systems (MIC:TDS-RM) GF Value Rank: 7 (As of Aug. 15, 2026)

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What is Telephone and Data Systems GF Value Rank?

Telephone and Data Systems MIC:TDS-RM 64 GF Value Rank is 7 as of Aug. 15, 2026. GuruFocus rates MIC:TDS-RM with a GF Score™ of 64/100. The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review.

Telephone and Data Systems has the GF Value Rank of 7.

GF Value Rank evaluates the exclusive GuruFocus valuation and performance of a stock, rated on a scale from 1 to 10. It is determined by the price-to-GF-Value (P/GF Value) ratio, a proprietary metric calculated based on historical multiples along with an adjustment factor based on a company's past returns and growth and future estimates of the business' performance.

GuruFocus found that for valuation, we cannot simply give stocks a better GF Value rank simply because they have a lower P/GF Value ratio. Backtesting shows that over the long term, the two worst-performing groups are the most expensive group (with the highest P/GF Value ratio) and the least expensive group (with the lowest P/GF Value ratio).

We can understand why the most expensive group underperforms. We were initially puzzled by the underperformance of the least expensive group, but we realized there is a reason why some stocks are super cheap. If they look too undervalued, it is often because the businesses behind them are poor quality. The market realized this and gave them low valuations. In a way, the market is efficient.

After multiple backtesting analyses, we granted the stocks in third-cheapest percentile the highest GF Value rank, as they have performed the best over a full market cycle. Stock performance is actually not as sensitive to valuation as it is to growth and profitability. On average, the companies in the 20%-50% valuation groups have similar performances. Therefore, we should avoid the most expensive and the least expensive stocks. We can be more tolerant of valuation.

A higher score indicates a stock with a relatively low valuation and substantial potential for outperformance. Conversely, a lower score often reflects stocks that are either highly overvalued or deeply undervalued, both of which tend to underperform.

Please click GF Score to see more details on the GF Score's 5 Key Aspects of Analysis.

Telephone and Data Systems GF Value Rank Related Terms

MIC:TDS-RM vs LBRDA, LBTYA, KYIV: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Telecom Services subindustry, Telephone and Data Systems's GF Value Rank, along with its competitors' market caps and GF Value Rank 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 Value Rank vs Telecommunication Services Industry

For the Telecommunication Services industry and Communication Services sector, Telephone and Data Systems's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Telephone and Data Systems's GF Value Rank falls into.


Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about GF Value Rank →
What does a GF Value Rank of 7 mean?
Telephone and Data Systems (MIC:TDS-RM) has a GF Value Rank of 7 as of Aug. 15, 2026. GF Value Rank is given based on historical multiples along with past returns, growth and future estimates of the business' performance. View historical data on Telephone and Data Systems and its competitors.
Is Telephone and Data Systems' GF Value Rank too high?
Telephone and Data Systems' current GF Value Rank is 7. Overall, Telephone and Data Systems has a GF Score™ of 64/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Telephone and Data Systems' GF Value Rank compare to LBRDA and LBTYA?
Telephone and Data Systems' GF Value Rank of 7 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 GF Value Rank for a Telecommunication Services company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Telecommunication Services industry context. However, GF Value Rank 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 Value Rank mean?
A high GF Value Rank can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. GF Value Rank is given based on historical multiples along with past returns, growth and future estimates of the business' performance. View historical data on Telephone and Data Systems and its competitors. Telephone and Data Systems's current GF Value Rank is 7. 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?
Telephone and Data Systems (MIC:TDS-RM) has a current GF Value Rank of 7. The current GF Value Rank is 7. Telephone and Data Systems' overall GF Score™ is 64/100 with 4 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is GF Value Rank calculated?
GF Value Rank is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Telephone and Data Systems (MIC:TDS-RM), the current GF Value Rank is 7 as of Aug. 15, 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.

Telephone and Data Systems Business Description

Other Exchanges TDSpU.PFD:USATDS: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.