What Is Telephone and Data Systems, Inc (TDS) Worth in 2026?
According to the CirclFi Deep Alpha Valuation Engine, Telephone and Data Systems, Inc's intrinsic value is estimated at $33.69, presenting a divided outlook at the current price of $33.39. With an average implied return of +0.9% across a split 4–7 (bull–bear) consensus, the model spread of +209.1% underscores analytical uncertainty. Notably, RCMH-DCF sees the most upside at +120.2% (fair value: $73.53), while Markov DDM is the most conservative at -88.9% ($3.70). The spread between these extremes — +209.1% — reveals how different analytical frameworks can reach starkly different conclusions.
What Do the Models Say About TDS?
13 of 13 models are currently active for TDS. Of these, 6 models suggest upside while 7 models suggest overvaluation. The Bayesian DCF estimates TDS's intrinsic value at $21.80, implying -34.7% downside from the current price. See which stocks rank higher →
How Does TDS Rank in Telephone Communications (No Radiotelephone)?
Among 21 Telephone Communications (No Radiotelephone) stocks, TDS ranks #4 by Quality of Company score. CirclFi's QOC score of 8.0/10 evaluates 32 fundamental signals. A score of 8.0 indicates above-average quality.
Within the Telephone Communications (No Radiotelephone) space, Telephone and Data Systems, Inc competes in an environment where spectrum holdings value often separates market leaders from laggards. Understanding these industry-specific dynamics is essential context for interpreting our model outputs.
Is TDS a Value Trap?
CirclFi's Value Trap algorithm assigns TDS a score of 40/100 (WARN). This is a warning signal. Additional research into recent 10-Q filings is recommended. The score cross-references apparent undervaluation against fundamental deterioration signals. Browse lowest value-trap stocks →
Multi-Model Methodology
13 of 13 models are active for Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. Broad coverage provides high confidence. Each model applies a fundamentally different valuation philosophy. See the complete methodology →
According to the CirclFi 32-factor quality framework, Telephone and Data Systems, Inc's fundamental quality profile registers 8.0/10. This robust score captures the company's profitability depth, growth consistency, balance sheet resilience, and shareholder return track record.
The gap between the most bullish and bearish model spans +209.1% — demonstrating why single-model analysis is dangerous. Browse all stocks with 13-model coverage →
Data Sources & Confidence
Every TDS valuation is built from SEC EDGAR XBRL filings — 700+ standardized financial tags. Macroeconomic context from FRED calibrates discount rates, while GDELT news sentiment feeds into our Sentiment SOTP model. All pipelines run daily. Read the complete data methodology →
Across TDS's 13 active models, average confidence is 43%. Lower confidence may reflect limited history or high volatility.
CirclFi's output is a research starting point, not a buy/sell signal. All data updates daily. Read the full methodology →
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