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Investments In Unconsolidated Entities
 3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2026
Equity Method Investments and Joint Ventures [Abstract]  
Investments in Unconsolidated Entities
Note 7 Investments in Unconsolidated Entities
Investments in unconsolidated entities consist of amounts invested in entities in which TDS holds a noncontrolling interest. 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.
March 31, 2026December 31, 2025
(Dollars in thousands)  
Equity method investments$457,457 $433,636 
Measurement alternative method investments21,514 20,834 
Investments recorded using the net asset value practical expedient7,161 7,452 
Total investments in unconsolidated entities$486,132 $461,922 
The following table, which is based on unaudited information provided in part by third parties, summarizes the combined results of operations of TDS’ equity method investments.
 Three Months Ended
March 31,
 20262025
(Dollars in thousands)  
Revenues$1,871,809 $1,916,032 
Operating expenses1,522,558 1,523,526 
Operating income349,251 392,506 
Other income (expense), net(7,491)(12,013)
Net income$341,760 $380,493