Dividend Grades
vs Communication Services sector| Metric | TDS | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 0.39% | 3.22% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | -25.13% | 3.14% |
| Payout Ratio | — | 36.4% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 15 | 11 |
| 1Y Total Return | +11.7% | 7.4% |
Grades compare this stock to Communication Services sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
-48.39%
3-Year Growth
-39.43%
5-Year Growth
-25.13%
10-Year Growth
-11.84%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
N/A
Next Payment
N/A
Last Ex-Date
Mar 16, 2026
Last Payment
Mar 31, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 16, 2026 | $0.0400 | 0.00% |
| Dec 15, 2025 | $0.0400 | 0.00% |
| Sep 15, 2025 | $0.0400 | 0.00% |
| Jun 16, 2025 | $0.0400 | 0.00% |
| Mar 17, 2025 | $0.0400 | 0.00% |
| Dec 16, 2024 | $0.0400 | 0.00% |
| Sep 16, 2024 | $0.0400 | 0.00% |
| Jun 14, 2024 | $0.0400 | -78.95% |
| Mar 14, 2024 | $0.1900 | +2.70% |
| Dec 14, 2023 | $0.1850 | 0.00% |
| Sep 14, 2023 | $0.1850 | 0.00% |
| Jun 14, 2023 | $0.1850 | 0.00% |
| Mar 14, 2023 | $0.1850 | +2.78% |
| Dec 14, 2022 | $0.1800 | 0.00% |
| Sep 14, 2022 | $0.1800 | 0.00% |
| Jun 14, 2022 | $0.1800 | 0.00% |
| Mar 14, 2022 | $0.1800 | +2.86% |
| Dec 14, 2021 | $0.1750 | 0.00% |
| Sep 14, 2021 | $0.1750 | 0.00% |
| Jun 14, 2021 | $0.1750 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
N/A
FCF Payout Ratio
3.9%
SafeFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $-0.09 | $55.00M |
| Q2 2025 | $-0.05 | $262.00M |
| Q3 2025 | $-0.85 | -$10.75M |
| Q1 2024 | $0.11 | -$22.00M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. pay a dividend?
Yes, Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. (TDS) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 0.39%.
What is TDS's dividend yield?
TDS's current dividend yield is 0.39%. The annual dividend is $0.16.
When is TDS's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for TDS has not been announced yet.
How many years has Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. increased its dividend?
Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. has increased its dividend for 0 consecutive years.
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About this data
Dividend data sourced from Financial Modeling Prep. Prices updated daily after market close.
Payout ratio — trailing 12-month dividends paid / trailing 12-month net income.
Consecutive years — calendar years with a higher total annual dividend than the prior year.
Growth rates — annualized, comparing the most recent full year total to the total N years prior.
For informational purposes only. Not investment advice.
Data as of March 22, 2026. Source: Financial Modeling Prep. Prices and yields updated daily after market close.