Telephone and Data Systems, Inc.
FAIR PRICE VALUATION
Updated daily
Model: DCF 50% · Relative 30% · Consensus 20%
MARKET PRICE
$21.25
FAIR PRICE
$20.31
MARGIN
$0.94
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FPI RATING
Low debt levels and attractive valuation, but weak profitability margins and below-average fundamental quality.
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How we calculate this ↗MARGIN OF SAFETY
A 20% margin of safety below fair value — the conservative entry level for risk-aware investors.
SAFETY MARGIN
20%
Below fair value
ENTRY LEVEL
$16.25
Fair price × 0.80
DISTANCE
23.5%
Price to entry level
At the current price of $21.25, TDS-PU trades 23.5% above the conservative entry level of $16.25. This entry level represents a 20% margin of safety below the calculated fair price of $20.31 — a buffer that accounts for estimation uncertainty in the valuation model.
Margin of safety is a risk management concept, not an investment recommendation. The 20% threshold follows Benjamin Graham's value investing framework. Fair price and entry levels are model-based estimates updated daily. Learn more about Margin of Safety ↗
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METHODOLOGY
How we calculate TDS-PU's fair price
Telephone and Data Systems, Inc.'s fair price of $20.31 is derived from a blended model that combines DCF analysis (50%), relative valuation against Communication Services peers using metrics like P/E and EV/EBITDA (30%), and analyst consensus (20%). At the current market price of $21.25, TDS-PU trades 4.4% above its calculated fair value.
DCF MODEL · 50%
Discounted free cash flow analysis based on projected cash flows, discounted at a rate reflecting TDS-PU's risk profile.
RELATIVE · 30%
Comparing TDS-PU's valuation multiples against Communication Services peers to determine if the stock is over or undervalued relative to its industry.
ANALYST · 20%
Aggregated analyst price targets for TDS-PU, weighted by recency and analyst accuracy.
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What is the fair price of TDS-PU?+
Based on our blended model combining DCF analysis (50%), relative valuation against Communication Services peers (30%), and analyst consensus (20%), the fair price for Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. is $20.31. At the current market price of $21.25, TDS-PU trades 4.4% above its calculated fair value.
Is TDS-PU overvalued or undervalued?+
Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. is currently fair based on our valuation model. The stock trades at $21.25, which is 4.4% above the fair price of $20.31. The P/E ratio of 96.8x is a key metric in the valuation.
What is the margin of safety for TDS-PU?+
With a 20% margin of safety applied to the fair price of $20.31, the conservative entry level for TDS-PU is $16.25. At the current market price of $21.25, the stock trades 23.5% above this entry level. Margin of safety is a risk management concept from Benjamin Graham's value investing framework, not an investment recommendation.
How often is TDS-PU's fair price updated?+
We update fair price calculations for TDS-PU daily after market close. The current fair price of $20.31 incorporates the latest market data and sector multiples.
What factors affect TDS-PU's fair price calculation?+
TDS-PU's fair price of $20.31 is derived from DCF analysis (50% weight), relative valuation against Communication Services peers (30% weight), and analyst consensus (20% weight). Key metrics include P/E of 96.8x, ROE of -0.0%, and dividend yield of 7.79%.
Is TDS-PU a good buy right now?+
At $21.25, TDS-PU trades 4.4% above our fair value estimate of $20.31. The stock is currently fair. ROE stands at -0.0% (average). Fair Price Index provides valuation data — always do your own research before investing.
Does TDS-PU pay dividends?+
TDS-PU has a dividend yield of 7.79%.
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Fair Price Index is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Fair value calculations are model-based estimates and may not reflect actual market conditions. Always conduct your own research before making investment decisions.