Telephone and Data Systems, Inc.

Telephone and Data Systems, Inc.

TDS·NYSE

$39.19

+0.72%
Communication ServicesTelecommunications Services

Telephone and Data Systems, Inc., a telecommunications company, provides communications services in the United States. It operates through two segments: UScellular and TDS Telecom. The company offers wireless solutions to consumers and business and government customers, including a suite of connected Internet of things (IoT) solutions, and software applications for monitor and control, business automation/operations, communication, fleet and asset management, smart water solutions, private cellular networks and custom, and end-to-end IoT solutions; wireless priority services and quality priority and preemption options; smartphones and other handsets, tablets, wearables, mobile hotspots, routers, and IoT devices; and accessories, such as cases, screen protectors, chargers, and memory cards, as well as consumer electronics, including audio, home automation and networking products. It also provides replace and repair services; Trade-In program through which it buys customers' used equipment; internet connections and all-home WI-FI services; TDS TV+, an integrated cloud television platform that offers video content; local and long-distance telephone service, VoIP, and enhanced services; and broadband, IP-based services, and hosted voice and video collaboration services. The company sells its products through retail sales, direct and indirect sales, third-party retailers, and independent agents, as well as through ecommerce and telesales. As of December 31, 2021, it offers its services to customers 5 million wireless connections, and 1.2 million wireline and cable connections. The company was incorporated in 1968 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

At a Glance

Live Snapshot
Market Cap$4.17B
EPS-0.6600
P/E Ratio-59.38
Earnings Date07/30/2026
-0.78%
Return on Invested Capital
-257%
3Y-246.0%
5Y-137.0%
10Y-296.0%
-0.12%
Return on Equity
-78%
3Y-111.0%
5Y-103.0%
10Y-111.0%
-0.07%
Return on Assets
-64%
3Y-117.0%
5Y-104.0%
10Y-116.0%
Telephone and Data Systems, Inc.

Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. Management Team

TDS · NYSE
MW

Mr. Walter C. D. Carlson J.D.

Chairman, President & Chief Executive Officer

Compensation

$169,107

Born 1954(Age 72)
male
MA

Ms. Anita J. Kroll

Chief Accounting Officer, Vice President & Controller

female
MJ

Ms. Julie D. Mathews

Director of Investor Relations

female
MV

Ms. Vicki L. Villacrez CPA

Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer & Director

Compensation

$1,302,117

Born 1963(Age 63)
female
JP

John P. Kelsh

General Counsel & Assistant Secretary

ML

Mr. Laurent C. Therivel

President & Chief Executive Officer of UScellular

Compensation

$2,446,280

Born 1975(Age 51)
male
MA

Ms. AnnMarie Kreitzer

Senior Vice President of Human Resources & Chief Human Resources Officer

female
MJ

Mr. Joseph R. Hanley

Senior Vice President of Strategy & Corporate Development

Compensation

$936,296

Born 1967(Age 59)
male
ML

Ms. Laurie A. Ruchti

Vice President & Chief Information Officer

female
MJ

Ms. Jane W. McCahon

Vice President - Corporate Secretary

Born 1961(Age 65)
female
MJ

Mr. John M. Toomey

Vice President of Corporate Relations & Treasurer

male
ME

Ms. Elsa Ansani

Vice President of Internal Audit & Corporate Secretary

female
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Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. Insider Positioning

TDS · NYSE

During the last 12 months, insiders have sold $18.48M worth of TDS shares, with no buying activity reported.

3 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

5.8K

244.06K

Net Activity

-244K

-$244K

3-6 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

0

0.00

Net Activity

+0

+$0

6-9 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

17.1K

666.83K

Net Activity

-667K

-$667K

9-12 Months

Bought

0

0.00

Sold

456.5K

17.57M

Net Activity

-17.6M

-$17.57M

Top Buyers

No buying activity

Top Sellers

1
VVL

Villacrez Vicki L

Director, Officer: Executive Vice President & Cfo

158.7K shares3 transactions

$6.15M

2
CLTJ

Carlson Leroy T Jr

Director, Officer: Vice Chair

111.8K shares1 transactions

$4.27M

3
HJR

Hanley Joseph R

Officer: Svp-Strategy & Corp Dev

68.8K shares1 transactions

$2.62M

4
KAJ

Kroll Anita J

Officer: Vp, Controller & Cao

55.5K shares5 transactions

$2.17M

5
CDW

Chambers Douglas W

Officer: President Of A Subsidiary

42.0K shares1 transactions

$1.62M

Insider Activity Analysis

Net Insider Sentiment

Bearish

Strong bearish signal with $18.48M net selling. Heavy insider selling may indicate concerns about valuation or near-term prospects.

Buy/Sell Ratio

0.00:1

Very poor ratio. Heavy selling with minimal buying suggests insiders may be concerned about valuation or outlook.

Recent Trend (3 Months)

$244K

Heavy recent selling activity. Recent insider sales notably exceed purchases—may warrant investigation into company developments.

Insider Participation

High Selling

5 insider sellers vs. 0 buyers. Widespread selling across multiple insiders may signal concerns.

Insider Activity Insight

Multiple red flags: Heavy selling, numerous sellers, and continued recent selling create a concerning pattern. Investigate fundamental drivers and consider whether company guidance or industry conditions have deteriorated.

SEC Filings

TDS - Filing history and reports

Filing TypeFiling DatePeriod EndingFiscal YearActions
DEF 14A

DEF 14A 2026

N/A

April 08, 2026
May 21, 2026
2026
DEF 14A

DEF 14A 2025

N/A

April 09, 2025
April 09, 2025
2025
DEF 14A

DEF 14A 2023

N/A

April 19, 2024
December 31, 2023
2023
DEF 14A

DEF 14A

N/A

April 05, 2023
April 05, 2023
 
DEF 14A

DEF 14A 2022

N/A

April 06, 2022
May 19, 2022
2022
DEF 14A

DEF 14A 2021

N/A

April 07, 2021
May 20, 2021
2021
DEF 14A

DEF 14A 2020

N/A

April 08, 2020
May 21, 2020
2020
DEF 14A

DEF 14A 2019

N/A

April 10, 2019
May 23, 2019
2019
DEF 14A

DEF 14A 2018

N/A

April 11, 2018
May 24, 2018
2018
DEF 14A

DEF 14A 2017

N/A

April 12, 2017
May 25, 2017
2017
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