Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. (TDS) Earnings History
Annual and quarterly earnings data from 1989 to 2025
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TDS EPS Growth (CAGR)
Compound annual growth rate of diluted earnings per share
CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) shows the annualized growth rate of EPS over the specified period. A higher CAGR indicates stronger earnings momentum.
TDS Profitability Analysis
Margin trends over time
| Year | Gross Margin | Operating Margin | Net Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -5.0% | -5.0% | -0.5% |
| 2024 | 57.0% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2023 | 54.8% | -8.0% | -9.7% |
| 2022 | 52.6% | 2.3% | 1.1% |
| 2021 | 53.6% | 4.9% | 2.9% |
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Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. (TDS) Earnings Overview
As of May 6, 2026, Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. (TDS) reported trailing twelve-month net income of -$6M, reflecting +22.4% year-over-year growth. The company earned $-0.05 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of -0.5%.
Looking at the long-term picture, TDS's historical earnings data spans multiple years. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $2.24B in fiscal 2000.
Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. is currently reporting a net loss, though operating performance should be evaluated in the context of growth investments and industry dynamics View revenue history →
Compared to peers including LUMN (-$1.74B net income, -14.0% margin), SHEN (-$36M net income, -11.0% margin), T ($21.41B net income, 17.4% margin), TDS has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare TDS vs LUMN →
TDS Earnings vs Peers
Earnings metrics vs comparable public companies
TDS Historical Earnings Data (1989–2025)
37 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -$6M | +77.7% | -$62M | $-0.66 | -0.5% | -5.0% |
| 2024 | -$28M | +94.4% | $63M | $-0.85 | -0.6% | 1.3% |
| 2023 | -$500M | -906.5% | -$414M | $-5.04 | -9.7% | -8.0% |
| 2022 | $62M | -60.3% | $122M | $-0.07 | 1.1% | 2.3% |
| 2021 | $156M | -31.0% | $261M | $1.00 | 2.9% | 4.9% |
| 2020 | $226M | +86.8% | $259M | $1.93 | 4.3% | 5.0% |
| 2019 | $121M | -10.4% | $179M | $1.03 | 2.3% | 3.5% |
| 2018 | $135M | -11.8% | $205M | $1.18 | 2.6% | 4.0% |
| 2017 | $153M | +255.8% | -$105M | $1.37 | 3.0% | -2.1% |
| 2016 | $43M | -80.4% | $60M | $0.39 | 0.8% | 1.2% |
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Start ComparisonTDS — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying TDS stock.
Is TDS growing earnings?
TDS EPS is $-0.05, with earnings growth accelerating to +22.4%. This exceeds the 5-year CAGR of N/A. TTM net income reached $-6M.
What are TDS's profit margins?
Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. net margin is -0.5%, with operating margin at -5.0%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures.
How consistent are TDS's earnings?
TDS earnings data spans 1989-2025. The accelerating earnings trend is +22.4% YoY. Historical data enables comparison across business cycles.