TDS Q4 2024 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
TDS reported a 6% decline in total operating revenue for Q4 2024, reaching $1.24 billion. The company reported a net loss of $11 million, a significant improvement from the $523 million loss in Q4 2023. Operating income was positive at $37 million, driven by improved results from TDS Telecom, while UScellular faced continued challenges.
Total operating revenue declined 6% year-over-year to $1.24 billion.
Net loss improved significantly to $11 million from $523 million in Q4 2023.
Operating income reached $37 million, compared to a loss of $524 million last year.
UScellular's challenges continued, while TDS Telecom saw growth in fiber broadband services.
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Forward Guidance
TDS is focused on continuing its fiber expansion and preparing for the expected sale of UScellular's wireless operations to T-Mobile.
Positive Outlook
- TDS Telecom exceeded its fiber address expansion goals for 2024.
- Company plans to add 150,000 new fiber service addresses in 2025.
- Continued investment in broadband infrastructure to drive long-term growth.
- Improved operational efficiency leading to positive operating income.
- UScellular progressing towards the sale of its wireless operations.
Challenges Ahead
- Revenue declined 6% year-over-year.
- Net loss, while improved, remains a concern at $11 million.
- UScellular's financial performance remains weak with declining revenue.
- Continued capital expenditures required for network expansion.
- Regulatory approval still pending for UScellular’s sale to T-Mobile.
Revenue & Expenses
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