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Telephone & Data Systems Inc (TDS)

As of Sep 20, 2026, Telephone & Data Systems Inc (TDS) scores 3.2/10 on AlphaStocks' five-model composite, #43 of 50 Communication Services stocks. At $36, TDS trades 135% above its model fair value of $15.

Communication Services / Integrated Telecommunication Services

S&P SmallCap 600

$35.91

Scores poorly across most models. Proceed with caution.

Weak

Score based on 4 of 5 models — moderate confidence

Data as of Sep 20, 2026

#43out of 50 in Communication Services

Is TELEPHONE & DATA SYSTEMS INC /DE/ a Good Investment in 2026?

TELEPHONE & DATA SYSTEMS INC /DE/ (TDS) scores 3.2 out of 10 on AlphaStocks' composite model, earning a Weak rating. The Greenblatt Magic Formula model rates TELEPHONE & DATA SYSTEMS INC /DE/ as Strong (Earnings yield 39.1% · ROC 53%). The Graham model is the least favorable, rating it Neutral. TELEPHONE & DATA SYSTEMS INC /DE/ currently trades 135% above its estimated fair value of $15. TELEPHONE & DATA SYSTEMS INC /DE/ ranks #43 out of 50 stocks in the Communication Services sector.

This summary is algorithmically generated and is not financial advice.

Key Metrics

ROE0.4Market Cap4BDiv Yield2.2

Estimated Fair Value

$15.26135% above

Trading above estimated fair value. P/e of 210x implies high growth expectations.

Model-based estimate, not a price target.

5-Model Analysis

Each model evaluates this stock from a different angle. Combined, they form the composite score above.

Piotroski

Attractive

5/9

Buffett

Neutral

Business quality & competitive moat

Graham

Neutral

Significantly above fair value

Lynch

Attractive

Growth rate vs price (PEG)

Greenblatt

Strong

Earnings yield 39.1% · ROC 53%

Frequently Asked Questions

Is TELEPHONE & DATA SYSTEMS INC /DE/ (TDS) a good investment?
As of Sep 20, 2026, Telephone & Data Systems Inc (TDS) scores 3.2/10 on AlphaStocks' five-model composite, #43 of 50 Communication Services stocks. At $36, TDS trades 135% above its model fair value of $15. That score is below average, suggesting caution.
What is TELEPHONE & DATA SYSTEMS INC /DE/'s Piotroski F-Score?
TELEPHONE & DATA SYSTEMS INC /DE/'s Piotroski F-Score status is Attractive. The raw score is 5/9. The Piotroski F-Score evaluates financial health using 9 fundamental signals including profitability, leverage, and operating efficiency.
Is TDS overvalued or undervalued?
Based on AlphaStocks' model-based fair value estimate of $15, TDS appears overvalued. The stock currently trades 135% above its estimated fair value. Trading above estimated fair value. P/e of 210x implies high growth expectations.
How does TDS compare to other Communication Services stocks?
TELEPHONE & DATA SYSTEMS INC /DE/ ranks #43 out of 50 stocks in the Communication Services sector, placing it in the top 86% of its sector by composite score. There are higher-ranked alternatives in this sector worth exploring.
What do investment models say about TDS?
AlphaStocks evaluates TDS using five proven investment models. Piotroski: Attractive; Buffett: Neutral; Graham: Neutral; Lynch: Attractive; Greenblatt Magic Formula: Strong. These models are combined into a single composite score of 3.2/10.

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