Telephone and Data Systems Inc Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency
Telephone and Data Systems Inc cash flow conversion efficiency. Based on the latest financial reports, Telephone and Data Systems Inc (TDS) has a cash flow conversion efficiency ratio of 0.015x as of June 2026. Cash flow conversion efficiency measures how effectively a company's net assets (equity) generate operating cash flow. It is calculated by dividing operating cash flow ($82.97 Million) by net assets ($5.40 Billion). A higher ratio indicates that the company is more efficient at using its equity to generate cash flow from its core operations.
Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency of Telephone and Data Systems Inc (1989–2025)
Cash flow conversion efficiency of Telephone and Data Systems Inc from 1989 to 2025. This chart illustrates how Telephone and Data Systems Inc's cash flow conversion efficiency has evolved over time, based on yearly financial data. View TDS stock price for real-time trading data and today's change.
Telephone and Data Systems Inc Cash Flow Conversion Ratio Explained
Telephone and Data Systems Inc cash flow conversion ratio divides operating cash flow by net assets, so a higher ratio means more cash generated from each unit of shareholder equity.
Telephone and Data Systems Inc Competitors by Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency
The table below lists competitors of Telephone and Data Systems Inc ranked by their cash flow conversion efficiency. Also see TDS market cap overview for the company's overall valuation and market capitalisation.
| Company | Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency |
|---|---|
|
Tongcheng Travel Holdings Ltd
F:TEM
|
0.017x |
|
CIE Automotive S.A.
MC:CIE
|
0.329x |
|
AXIA Energia
NYSE:AXIA
|
0.039x |
|
Parq Arauco
SN:PARAUCO
|
0.027x |
|
Shanghai Sinyang Semiconductor
SHE:300236
|
0.042x |
|
Inmobiliaria Colonial SA
MC:COL
|
0.006x |
|
Xiamen Faratronic Co Ltd
SHG:600563
|
0.036x |
|
Kulicke and Soffa Industries Inc
F:KU1
|
0.050x |
Annual Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency for Telephone and Data Systems Inc (1989–2025)
The table below shows the annual cash flow conversion efficiency of Telephone and Data Systems Inc from 1989 to 2025. Review cash generation quality of Telephone and Data Systems Inc to assess how much free cash flow the company generates relative to operating cash flow.
| Year | Net Assets | Operating Cash Flow | Cash Flow Conversion Efficiency | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | $5.27 Billion | $589.89 Million | 0.112x | -42.45% |
| 2024-12-31 | $5.88 Billion | $1.15 Billion | 0.195x | +2.38% |
| 2023-12-31 | $6.01 Billion | $1.14 Billion | 0.190x | +8.86% |
| 2022-12-31 | $6.62 Billion | $1.16 Billion | 0.175x | +6.77% |
| 2021-12-31 | $6.75 Billion | $1.10 Billion | 0.164x | -40.19% |
| 2020-12-31 | $5.60 Billion | $1.53 Billion | 0.273x | +45.73% |
| 2019-12-31 | $5.42 Billion | $1.02 Billion | 0.188x | -2.15% |
| 2018-12-31 | $5.30 Billion | $1.02 Billion | 0.192x | +20.90% |
| 2017-12-31 | $4.89 Billion | $776.00 Million | 0.159x | -3.65% |
| 2016-12-31 | $4.75 Billion | $782.00 Million | 0.165x | -1.93% |
| 2015-12-31 | $4.71 Billion | $789.69 Million | 0.168x | +89.43% |
| 2014-12-31 | $4.46 Billion | $394.81 Million | 0.089x | -16.34% |
| 2013-12-31 | $4.67 Billion | $494.61 Million | 0.106x | -55.38% |
| 2012-12-31 | $4.66 Billion | $1.11 Billion | 0.237x | -13.01% |
| 2011-12-31 | $4.60 Billion | $1.26 Billion | 0.273x | +8.47% |
| 2010-12-31 | $4.46 Billion | $1.12 Billion | 0.252x | +1.35% |
| 2009-12-31 | $4.44 Billion | $1.10 Billion | 0.248x | +29.15% |
| 2008-12-31 | $4.42 Billion | $848.89 Million | 0.192x | -6.53% |
| 2007-12-31 | $4.58 Billion | $941.03 Million | 0.206x | -3.14% |
| 2006-12-31 | $4.18 Billion | $887.16 Million | 0.212x | -5.88% |
| 2005-12-31 | $3.90 Billion | $880.22 Million | 0.225x | +11.33% |
| 2004-12-31 | $3.69 Billion | $747.39 Million | 0.203x | -20.51% |
| 2003-12-31 | $3.61 Billion | $920.41 Million | 0.255x | +13.73% |
| 2002-12-31 | $3.54 Billion | $793.64 Million | 0.224x | +63.64% |
| 2001-12-31 | $3.99 Billion | $545.80 Million | 0.137x | -20.01% |
| 2000-12-31 | $4.38 Billion | $748.86 Million | 0.171x | -17.62% |
| 1999-12-31 | $3.00 Billion | $623.70 Million | 0.208x | +75.23% |
| 1998-12-31 | $3.00 Billion | $356.20 Million | 0.119x | +47.33% |
| 1997-12-31 | $2.57 Billion | $206.50 Million | 0.080x | -31.95% |
| 1996-12-31 | $2.49 Billion | $295.00 Million | 0.118x | +14.25% |
| 1995-12-31 | $2.04 Billion | $211.60 Million | 0.104x | -17.62% |
| 1994-12-31 | $1.79 Billion | $224.70 Million | 0.126x | +16.89% |
| 1993-12-31 | $1.49 Billion | $160.20 Million | 0.107x | -2.03% |
| 1992-12-31 | $1.05 Billion | $115.40 Million | 0.110x | +12.96% |
| 1991-12-31 | $800.90 Million | $77.80 Million | 0.097x | -49.21% |
| 1990-12-31 | $484.20 Million | $92.60 Million | 0.191x | +20.22% |
| 1989-12-31 | $395.40 Million | $62.90 Million | 0.159x | -- |
About Telephone and Data Systems Inc
Telephone and Data Systems, Inc., a telecommunications company, provides communications services to residential, commercial, and wholesale customers in the United States. It operates through two segments: TDS Telecom and Array. The company offers internet connections and all-home Wi-Fi services, fiber internet, security, and support services; advanced home TV entertainment combined with a digital… Read more