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Low Volatility (USM)
NYSE:USM
Earnings Data
Report Date
Jul 31, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2025 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.29Last Year’s EPS
0.2Same Quarter Last Year
Strong Buy
Based on 3 Analysts Ratings
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Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:May 02, 2025
|% Change Since: -8.83%
|Next Earnings Date:Jul 31, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The earnings call presented a balanced view with significant progress on strategic transactions and fiber expansion, yet faced challenges with customer retention and competitive pressures. While there were noteworthy achievements in financial flexibility and free cash flow growth, the company also dealt with negative net additions and pricing pressures.Company Guidance
During the TDS and UScellular First Quarter 2025 Operating Results Conference Call, several key metrics and guidance points were discussed. The company anticipates a mid-2025 closing for its proposed transaction with T-Mobile, which is contingent upon regulatory approval. Financial flexibility has been ensured by extending bank maturities and amending revolvers in preparation for this transaction. The organization is also preparing for potential special dividends post-transaction, with TDS expected to use its share to repay approximately $1.2 billion in outstanding bank debt. UScellular reported $79 million in free cash flow for the first quarter of 2025, marking an $18 million year-over-year increase. The company expects capital expenditures to decline in 2025 as planned 5G coverage builds are mostly complete, though investments will continue in 5G mid-band deployment. Additionally, the Tower business saw a 6% increase in third-party tower revenue, and TDS Telecom continues to focus on its fiber program, aiming to deliver 150,000 new fiber addresses in 2025. The company has identified $100 million in annual cost savings expected by year-end 2028, which will help mitigate increased costs as they expand their fiber footprint.Progress on T-Mobile Transaction
The organization is making significant progress on various activities in preparation for a successful mid-2025 closing of the transaction with T-Mobile, which includes financial, separation, integration, and transition work.
Fiber Program Expansion
The fiber program expanded the footprint over 30% in the last three years, with future growth opportunities identified. TDS Telecom delivered 14,000 new fiber service addresses in the quarter and remains confident in achieving the 150,000 fiber addresses goal for the year.
Increase in Free Cash Flow
UScellular generated $79 million of free cash flow in Q1 2025, an $18 million increase over the same quarter last year, due to cost optimization and flat operating expenses.
Third-Party Tower Revenue Growth
An increase of 6% in third-party tower revenue was achieved due to new colocations and escalators on renewed leases.
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USM Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
Beat
Missed
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USM Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
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| May 02, 2025 | $68.85 | $63.07 | -8.40% |
| Feb 21, 2025 | $67.05 | $65.42 | -2.43% |
| Nov 01, 2024 | $61.70 | $57.49 | -6.82% |
| Aug 02, 2024 | $54.70 | $51.50 | -5.85% |
Earnings announcements can affect a stock’s price. This table shows the stock's price the day before and the day after recent earnings reports, including the percentage change.
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FAQ
When does Low Volatility (USM) report earnings?
Low Volatility (USM) is schdueled to report earning on Jul 31, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is Low Volatility (USM) earnings time?
Low Volatility (USM) earnings time is at Jul 31, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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What is USM EPS forecast?
USM EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q2) is 0.29.
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