TDS is Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. (Communication Services). Trading at $37.83. Current dividend yield: 0.48%.
Dividend snapshot
| Annual dividend rate | $0.16 |
| Current yield | 0.48% |
| Payment frequency | Quarterly |
| Next ex-dividend date | Sep 15, 2026(in 10 days) |
| Most recent payment date | Jun 16, 2026 |
| Last payment amount | $0.0400 |
| 5-year dividend CAGR | -25.13% |
| 3-year dividend CAGR | -39.43% |
| Payout ratio | 4% |
| Market cap | $4.35B |
| Exchange | NYQ |
Recent dividend payments
| Date | Amount / share |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-15 | $0.0400 |
| 2026-06-16 | $0.0400 |
| 2026-03-16 | $0.0400 |
| 2025-12-15 | $0.0400 |
| 2025-09-15 | $0.0400 |
| 2025-06-16 | $0.0400 |
| 2025-03-17 | $0.0400 |
| 2024-12-16 | $0.0400 |
About TDS
Telephone and Data Systems Inc is a diversified telecommunications operator that provides communications services to customers through broadband, video, voice, and wireless connections. The company has two reportable segments: TDS Telecom and Array. The majority of its revenue is generated from the TDS Telecom segment, which generates revenue by providing broadband, video, voice, and wireless services. The Array segment generates its revenue mainly by leasing tower space on Array-owned towers to customers.
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Frequently asked
What is TDS's dividend yield?
TDS (Telephone and Data Systems, Inc.) currently has a dividend yield of 0.48%, which works out to about $0.16 in annual dividend payments per share.
When is TDS's next ex-dividend date?
TDS's next ex-dividend date is Sep 15, 2026 (in 10 days). To receive the upcoming dividend, you must own shares before this date.
When did TDS last pay a dividend?
TDS's most recent dividend payment date was Jun 16, 2026.
How often does TDS pay dividends?
TDS pays dividends on a quarterly schedule.
How fast is TDS growing its dividend?
TDS has been shrinking its dividend at a -39.43% 3-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR). CAGR smooths year-to-year noise into a single average growth rate.
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