TDS Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
TDS - Telephone and Data Systems Inc.
$33.58
0.00 (0.00%)
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5d:
-2.3%
30d:
-9.46%
90d:
-25.48%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 31, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 10, 2026
6d
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: TDS shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite slightly low pricing.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: TDS shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite slightly low pricing.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$0.19
Based on -39.7% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$0.12
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: TDS is currently trading at $33.58, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $33.42 to $36.33. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 148.9) is in line with its historical norms (148.1). At these levels, the market is pricing in 0.2% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, TDS is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $32.94. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (18th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $50.50 (+48.5%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, TDS is in a strong downtrend. The price is currently testing key support at $32.94. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (18th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $50.50 (+48.5%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$33.42 -
$36.33
Company Quality Score
50/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
18th percentile
(LOW)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
86.2%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 18th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (45/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 48.5% below Wall St target ($50.50)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 0.2% growth with 6.5% revenue growth
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$33.42 -
$36.33
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$1.81
(5.4%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$32.94
Resistance Level
$34.86
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jul 31, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
148.86
Wall Street Target
$50.50
(+48.5%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
6.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-11.8%
Profit Margin
10.5%
Valuation Premium vs History
+0.2% premium
PE vs Historical
148.9 vs 148.1
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+0.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$34.07
(+0%)
2-Year Target
$34.14
(+0%)
3-Year Target
$34.20
(+1%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 149→148)
PE COMPRESSION
$34.03
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 148.9, Growth: -83.3%)
$24.79
(+-27%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.8, Growth: -83.3%)
$3.46
(-90%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.7, Growth: -83.3%)
$2.95
(-91%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Trailing PE: 20.15 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.67
Bull Case
$18.51
(-45%)
Analyst growth -50.0%, PE expands to 22.2
Base Case
$16.82
(-50%)
Market implied -50.0%, PE stable at 20.2
Bear Case
$22.88
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 17.1
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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