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Investments in Unconsolidated Entities (Tables)
 12 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2024
Equity Method Investments and Joint Ventures [Abstract]  
Investments in Unconsolidated Entities TDS' Investments in unconsolidated entities are accounted for using the equity method, measurement alternative method or net asset value practical expedient method as shown in the table below. The carrying value of measurement alternative method investments represents cost minus any impairments plus or minus any observable price changes.
December 31,20242023
(Dollars in millions)  
Equity method investments:  
Capital contributions, loans, advances and adjustments$115 $115 
Cumulative share of income2,939 2,775 
Cumulative share of distributions(2,582)(2,413)
Total equity method investments472 477 
Measurement alternative method investments19 19 
Investments recorded using the net asset value practical expedient9 9 
Total investments in unconsolidated entities$500 $505 
The following tables, which are based on unaudited information provided in part by third parties, summarize the combined assets, liabilities and equity, and results of operations of TDS’ equity method investments:

December 31,20242023
(Dollars in millions)  
Assets  
Current$1,264 $1,038 
Noncurrent6,577 6,440 
Total assets$7,841 $7,478 
Liabilities and Equity
Current liabilities$860 $765 
Noncurrent liabilities1,636 1,156 
Partners’ capital and shareholders’ equity5,345 5,557 
Total liabilities and equity$7,841 $7,478 
Year Ended December 31,202420232022
(Dollars in millions)   
Results of Operations   
Revenues$7,574 $7,304 $7,303 
Operating expenses5,950 5,704 5,684 
Operating income1,624 1,600 1,619 
Other income (expense), net(3)(30)(19)
Net income$1,621 $1,570 $1,600