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Deutsche Telekom merged its T-Mobile USA unit with prepaid specialist MetroPCS in 2013, and that firm merged with Sprint in 2020, creating the second-largest wireless carrier in the US. T-Mobile now serves 80 million postpaid and 25 million prepaid phone customers, equal to around 30% of the US retail wireless market. The firm entered the fixed-wireless broadband market aggressively in 2021 and now serves 7 million residential and business customers. In addition, T-Mobile provides wholesale services to resellers.

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Redburn Atlantic analyst Steve Malcolm upgrades T-Mobile US (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>) from Sell to Neutral and announces $228 price target.

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Redburn Atlantic Upgrades T-Mobile US to Neutral, Announces $228 Price Target

BofA Securities analyst Michael J. Funk <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/telecommunications" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reinstated coverage with</a> a Buy rating on T-Mobile US Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>) and separate company notes.
The telecom industry is often viewed as homogeneous. Still, Funk noted that AT&amp;T (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/T#NYSE">T</a>), rated as a Buy with a price target of $32; T-Mobile, rated Neutral with a price target of $255 and Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VZ#NYSE">VZ</a>), rated Neutral with a price target of $45, have unique characteristics tied to strategy, M&amp;A, metric prioritization and return on capital.
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The analyst recommended a perceptive approach that prioritizes multiple expansion opportunities, return on capital, a well-defined fiber or wireless convergence strategy and estimates with greater upside potential than downside risk.
He noted that telecom stocks are under-owned by institutional investors and overlooked as being in a sleepy, mature industry.
However, since 2023, T-Mobile has posted a total return of 53%, AT&amp;T logged 84% and Verizon fell short of the S&amp;P 500 by 800bp at 27%, Funk wrote. Thus, the analyst said that company-specific factors, rather than industry strength or macro, are growing in importance as competition increases and strategies diverge.
AT&amp;T has the most excellent flexibility to compete effectively and return capital, which he noted as the best opportunity to drive stock performance.
Funk noted that AT&amp;T also offers the highest projected return on capital — dividends and buybacks in 2026 — at 7.2% of market cap.
The analyst noted that T-Mobile&#8217;s focus on net addition targets, coupled with a premium valuation, leaves less room for positive estimate revisions and multiple expansions.
He said Verizon is balancing responsible growth and protecting its premium subscriber base. Funk said its proposed acquisition of Frontier Communications adds execution uncertainty and should initially pressure free cash flow.
Territorial integrity is being tested, and competitive intensity is increasing, per the analyst. He noted that telcoms are expanding their broadband footprints through fiber builds, M&amp;A, joint ventures and fixed wireless access (FWA).
Funk noted that cable companies are signaling greater competition as they defend broadband markets and strive for broadband or wireless convergence. Consequently, the analyst noted fewer opportunities for price increases to be prevalent and drive growth in the price times quantity equation.
He said handset subsidies and buyout offers may increase as carriers and cable companies seek to catalyze churn, grow subscribers and lock in stickier converged customers.
Funk said executive and legislative actions, such as immigration and bonus depreciation, are tangential factors for telcom stock performance. The analyst noted the bonus tax depreciation passage was positive for AT&amp;T and Verizon and neutral for T-Mobile.
He estimated that reinstating bonus depreciation would increase AT&amp;T&#8217;s 2026E and 2027E free cash flow by 21% and 26%, respectively.
Immigration reform is a drag on wireless but is manageable, said Funk. The analyst estimated the immigration reform risk to be at least 2.1 million potential subscribers. However, he noted the risk is contained as 20% or less of subscribers at AT&amp;T, T-Mobile and Verizon are prepaid, and deep-value Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) brands are most likely to face material subscriber loss.
Price Actions: T-Mobile stock is down 1.18% at $237.91; Verizon is down 1.65% at $42.83 and AT&amp;T is slightly up at $28.34 at publication on Monday.
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Telecom Stocks Are No Longer One-Size-Fits-All, Analyst Says — Here's Which Company Stands Out

Analysts' ratings for T-Mobile US (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>) over the last quarter vary from bullish to bearish, as provided by 4 analysts.
The table below provides a concise overview of recent ratings by analysts, offering insights into the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and drawing comparisons with the preceding months for a holistic perspective.
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<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
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<th align="right">Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have recently evaluated T-Mobile US and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $271.88, accompanied by a high estimate of $305.00 and a low estimate of $250.00. This current average reflects an increase of 1.95% from the previous average price target of $266.67. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1751896842_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive T-Mobile US. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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<td>Michael Funk</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$255.00</td>
<td>-</td>
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<td>Maher Yaghi</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sector Outperform</td>
<td>$277.50</td>
<td>$275.00</td>
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<td>Ivan Feinseth</td>
<td>Tigress Financial</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$305.00</td>
<td>$290.00</td>
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<tr>
<td>Eric Luebchow</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$235.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to T-Mobile US. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Providing a comprehensive analysis, analysts offer qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of T-Mobile US compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of T-Mobile US's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
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Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of T-Mobile US's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/TMUS/analyst-ratings?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=analyst-ratings&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Stay up to date on T-Mobile US analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>About T-Mobile US</h2>
Deutsche Telekom merged its T-Mobile USA unit with prepaid specialist MetroPCS in 2013, and that firm merged with Sprint in 2020, creating the second-largest wireless carrier in the US. T-Mobile now serves 80 million postpaid and 25 million prepaid phone customers, equal to around 30% of the US retail wireless market. The firm entered the fixed-wireless broadband market aggressively in 2021 and now serves 7 million residential and business customers. In addition, T-Mobile provides wholesale services to resellers.
<h3>T-Mobile US: Delving into Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Above industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization emphasizes a noteworthy size, indicative of a strong market presence.
Revenue Growth: T-Mobile US's revenue growth over a period of 3M has been noteworthy. As of 31 March, 2025, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 6.59%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Communication Services sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of 14.14%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): T-Mobile US's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROE, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROE of 4.81%, the company showcases efficient use of equity capital and strong financial health.
Return on Assets (ROA): T-Mobile US's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 1.4%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: T-Mobile US's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at 1.98. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts also offer predictions for helpful metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates to provide further guidance as to what to do with certain tickers. It is important to keep in mind that while stock and sector analysts are specialists, they are also human and can only forecast their beliefs to traders.
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What Analysts Are Saying About T-Mobile US Stock

B of A Securities analyst Michael Funk reinstates T-Mobile US (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>) with a Neutral and announces $255 price target.

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B of A Securities Reinstates Neutral on T-Mobile US, Announces $255 Price Target

T-Mobile US (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 8.22% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 20.05%. Currently, T-Mobile US has a market capitalization of $269.40 billion. 
Buying $1000 In TMUS: If an investor had bought $1000 of TMUS stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $6,184.98 today based on a price of $237.26 for TMUS at the time of writing.
<h3>T-Mobile US's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
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Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

If You Invested $1000 In This Stock 10 Years Ago, You Would Have This Much Today

AT&amp;T Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/T#NYSE">T</a>) dealt with a public call-out from President Donald Trump and his press secretary due to a long wait time for the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/telecommunications">Faith Leaders Conference Call</a>.
"AT&amp;T is totally unable to make their equipment work properly," Trump <a href="https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/114773668772907430">said </a>in a post on his Truth Social platform. "This is the second time it's happened. If the Boss of AT&amp;T, whoever that may be, could get involved – it would be good."
Trump went on to apologize to the people who were experiencing the long wait, saying there were thousands on the line.
"AT&amp;T ought to get its act together,&#8221; the 79-year-old president <a href="https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/114773696636727417">said</a>, adding that there&#8217;s a chance the call could be rescheduled with a different phone carrier. "AT&amp;T obviously doesn't know what they're doing!" 
The telecommunications giant claims it reached out to the White House to assess the situation. Afterward, it denied responsibility for the glitch and offered up a blame game of its own.
"Our initial analysis indicates the disruption was caused by an issue with the conference call platform, not our network. Unfortunately, this caused the delay, and we are working diligently to better understand the issue," AT&amp;T <a href="https://x.com/ATT/status/1939762407657636274">said </a>in a reply to Leavitt.
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Why It's Important: The public spat between AT&amp;T and Trump underscores the political pressures facing major companies and brands. His call to use a different carrier might not immediately hurt AT&amp;T's financials, or get people to switch services. However, it comes in an era of Trump <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/education/23/11/35898004/if-you-invested-1-000-in-apple-stock-when-donald-trump-sold-heres-the-yuge-return-you-would-hav">publicly calling out companies</a> and could go a long way in hurting the company's name among Trump&#8217;s ardent supporters.
His criticism of AT&amp;T also comes ahead of a planned <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/06/45954307/donald-trump-wants-you-to-use-his-new-47-mobile-plan-with-a-499-gold-phone-made-in-america">launch of Trump Mobile</a>, a startup that seeks to compete with phone carriers.
Trump Mobile will come with several plans, including "The 47 Plan," which costs $47.45 per month, a nod to Trump's time as the 45th and 47th President of the United States.
A gold version of the T1 phone will come with a price of $499, or consumers can use their existing phones.
Promises that Trump Mobile products would be "made in America" have been toned down with the wording recently removed <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/46115238/trumps-t1-mobile-drops-made-in-usa-label-for-designed-with-american-values-tweaks-design-specs-report">from the company's website.</a>
Terms of Use for Trump Mobile say the network is &#8220;powered by Liberty Mobile,&#8221; a mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) using the T-Mobile network from T-Mobile US Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>).
Price Action: AT&amp;T stock trades at $28.84 on Tuesday, hitting a new 52-week high of $29.19 earlier in the intraday session. AT&amp;T stock is up 26.3% year-to-date in 2025.
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AT&T Claps Back At Trump: 'Not Our Network's Fault — It's Your Platform'

Verizon Communications (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VZ#NYSE">VZ</a>) Verizon Business,&nbsp;Thames Freeport, and Nokia Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOK#NYSE">NOK</a>) on Wednesday announced a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/06/g46087422/verizon-business-wins-multisite-private-5g-contract-fueling-a-multibillion-dollar-regeneration-pro" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">partnership to deploy</a> Verizon Private 5G Networks across multiple key logistics, manufacturing, and innovation sites along the River Thames Estuary in U.K.&nbsp;
Verizon Private 5G Networks will serve as the technology foundation for a multiyear,&nbsp;multibillion-dollar&nbsp;operational transformation and economic revival for the region, one of the busiest maritime logistics hubs in U.K.
The Private 5G Networks buildout provides a scalable, long-term connectivity foundation for advanced data, AI, edge computing, and IoT infrastructure deployments to transform port and manufacturing operations.
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Thames Freeport has already created 1,400 jobs and plans to reach 5,000 by 2030, focusing on high-skilled training for local communities, the company said in a press release.
The Verizon Private 5G Networks will enable advanced data and application capabilities for AI-driven data analytics, predictive maintenance, process automation, autonomous vehicle control, safety monitoring, and real-time logistics orchestration.
Nokia is the network&#8217;s sole hardware and software provider, which will incorporate the Nokia Digital Automation Cloud (DAC) platform and Nokia MX Industrial Edge (MXIE).
The Verizon Private 5G Networks will be deployed to DP World London Gateway, DP World Logistics Park, Port of Tilbury, and Ford Dagenham.
The move marks Verizon&#8217;s attempt to unlock value beyond U.S. The stock is up just 4% in the last 12 months as it grappled with weaker subscriber numbers due to competition from AT&amp;T (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/T#NYSE">T</a>) and T-Mobile US (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>).
Verizon reported&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44920917/verizon-struggles-with-subscriber-losses-from-price-increases-competition-and-lower-government-support" rel="noreferrer noopener">fiscal&nbsp;first-quarter</a> revenue growth of 1.5% year-over-year, reaching $33.49 billion, topping the&nbsp;analyst consensus estimate of $33.24 billion. Adjusted EPS of $1.19 topped the&nbsp;analyst&nbsp;consensus estimate of $1.15.
Total wireless service revenue was $20.8 billion, up 2.7% Y/Y.
Postpaid phone net losses were 289,000 versus 114,000 net losses Y/Y driven by price hikes, rival promotional offers, and lesser government support. Verizon attributed some of the loss to lower spending by some federal agencies.
Verizon reiterated a 2.0%-2.8% growth in wireless service revenue. It reaffirmed an adjusted EPS of $4.59-$4.73 versus consensus of $4.67.
Price action:&nbsp;On Tuesday, Verizon shares edged up 0.64%, closing the session at $42.63.
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The Trump Organization's push into the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/45990957/trump-mobile-plans-to-launch-499-t-1-phone-made-in-the-usa-but-expert-says-you-dont-have-the-employees-that-can-do-it">smartphone business</a> leans on a tiny Florida-based wireless company headquartered in a Trump Tower condo.
What Happened: To power Trump Mobile's "Made in America" smartphone and wireless plan, the Trump Organization partnered with Liberty Mobile Wireless, a little-known mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) founded in 2018, <a href="https://www.ft.com/content/8b58f16e-fafa-4cfe-a5dc-353fe39f87c7">reported</a> the Financial Times.
A mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) is a business that leases network capacity from major carriers like AT&amp;T (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/T#NYSE">T</a>), Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VZ#NYSE">VZ</a>), and T-Mobile U.S. Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>), and then resells it under its own brand to customers.
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The company is registered at a unit inside the luxury Trump Tower in Miami and lists fewer than 50 employees on LinkedIn.&nbsp;
Despite billing itself as the backbone of Trump Mobile's national rollout, Liberty Mobile Wireless's website still features placeholder text — five identical entries answering the question, "What is Lorem Ipsum?"
Company filings link Liberty Mobile to entrepreneur Matt Lopatin, who has previously launched and dissolved several small ventures.
Why It's Important: Trump Mobile launched earlier this month with promises of a U.S.-made smartphone called the "T1," <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/06/45954307/donald-trump-wants-you-to-use-his-new-47-mobile-plan-with-a-499-gold-phone-made-in-america">retailing for $499</a>.
The order page briefly crashed after its launch on Monday due to what one employee on Wednesday described as a "rush of inquiries," the report noted.&nbsp;
Launching in August alongside a new wireless service called Trump Mobile, the device will reportedly be manufactured in Alabama, California and Florida. However, industry experts are doubtful about large-scale U.S. smartphone production.
Previously, Roger Entner of Recon Analytics noted that no major smartphones have been made in the U.S. since the 2G/3G era due to a lack of infrastructure, skilled labor and supply chains.
Analyst Dan Ives also suggested the project might work on a small scale but would face serious challenges if production exceeds 20,000–40,000 units.
Benzinga&#8217;s Edge Stock Rankings show a continued downward trend for TMUS in the short and medium term, while indicating an upward trend over the long term. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/benzinga-edge-2#:~:text=Turn%20Market%20Chaos,when%20markets%20rebound">More performance insights are available here</a>.
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Trump's 'Made in America' Phone Plan Is Backed By A Little-Known Network Based In His Miami Condo, Whose Website Still Says 'What Is Lorem Ipsum?'

T-Mobile&nbsp;US (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>) is looking to launch a new data service on its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/02/43582884/elon-musks-spacex-and-t-mobile-go-live-with-starlink-powered-satellite-to-cell-service-heres-how-much-it-will-cost" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">satellite-to-cell network</a>, powered by SpaceX&#8217;s Starlink, by October.
T-Satellite, T-Mobile&#8217;s satellite-to-cell network service, will commercially launch on July 23. It will offer SMS texting, MMS, picture messaging, and short audio clips.
Over 1.8 million customers have signed up for the service since its beta program launch in 2024, including customers from AT&amp;T (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/T#NYSE">T</a>) and Verizon Communications (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VZ#NYSE">VZ</a>) following the Super Bowl ad, Reuters reported on Tuesday, citing Mike Katz, President of Marketing, Strategy and Products at T-Mobile <a target="_blank" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gsr6tnlq1k0" rel="noreferrer noopener">during an event</a>.
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The telecom company will launch a data service on October 1 to allow application experiences on the satellite network.
With over 657 Starlink satellites, the US wireless carrier is looking to extend connectivity to over 500,000 square miles in the US, which is unpenetrable to traditional cell towers.
This move addresses a significant coverage gap, bringing service to remote and underserved areas.
In May 2024, SpaceX itself demonstrated the capabilities of its direct-to-cell Starlink satellite technology with a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/social-media/24/05/38950223/spacex-conducts-first-starlink-cell-video-satellite-call-what-you-need-to-know" rel="noreferrer noopener">live video call</a> on X.
While T-Mobile is partnering with Starlink, competitors are also making strides in this area; Verizon and AT&amp;T have tapped AST SpaceMobile to provide <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/05/39062478/whats-going-on-with-ast-spacemobile-stock-on-wednesday" rel="noreferrer noopener">satellite service</a>, with Verizon already having introduced satellite <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/04/44644607/verizons-new-3-year-price-lock-free-phone-offer-strategic-move-to-boost-customer-retention" rel="noreferrer noopener">text messaging</a> for its customers.
Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) is also <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/04/44578567/tim-cooks-apple-and-elon-musks-spacex-engage-in-a-heated-battle-over-satellite-tech-and-app-control-report" rel="noreferrer noopener">actively investing</a> in satellite-based communication, and reports suggest competition between Apple and SpaceX for limited spectrum rights.
The broader satellite communication market is experiencing significant growth, having been valued at $84.47 billion in 2023 and projected to reach $194.55 billion by 2032, exhibiting a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 9.72% from 2024-2032.
This growth is driven by increasing demand for high-speed internet, expanding applications of satellite-based services in defense and commercial sectors, and continuous improvements in satellite technology.
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When Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump announced Trump Mobile earlier this week, they joined the ever-growing list of celebrities with mobile phone networks.
Over the past few years, an increasing number of these smaller, public figure-fronted networks have been cropping up. SmartLess Mobile, owned by actors and podcast hosts Will Arnett, Sean Hayes, and Jason Bateman, is a recent example, while&nbsp; Mint Mobile, which was partly owned by actor Ryan Reynolds before it was sold to T-Mobile (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>) in 2024, is a more well-known example. A host of others have launched and folded over the years.
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So what's with the sudden rise in celebrity mobile networks? Is cashing in on the telecom boom the next big thing?
When celebrities like the Trumps launch a mobile service they are not building their own networks, <a href="https://www.cnn.com/2025/06/18/tech/celebrity-mobile-network-trump-cell-phone-plan">CNN</a> explains. Instead, they're leasing spectrum from the major carriers. This kind of partnership helps to cut down on start up costs and hassle for celebrity founders and provides an additional source of revenue for the major network providers.&nbsp;
These mobile virtual network operators, or MVNOs, are not new. Nor are they all small start ups. Richard Branson's Virign Mobile, which launched in 1999, is technically a MVNO. However, the increase in their popularity is new, and is tied to a few different factors.
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A decrease in loyalty to major providers, improved technologies that enables even smaller companies to have better customer service and technical support, and the prevalence of SIM cards that make these switches easier, are the primary drivers behind the growth of MVNOs, CNN reports.
"The technology made it a little easier to switch. And at the same time, consumers became a lot more loyal to the phone manufacturer," Consumer Intelligence Research Partners analyst Michael Levin told CNN. "And then the carrier was kind of less important."
Another major perk of these celebrity mobile networks is their affordability. CNN says that MVNO plans aren't always cheaper than larger providers', but the smaller companies tend to offer more enticing promotions.&nbsp;
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"You get this very exciting offer, for example: three months at $15 a month. But thereafter then you go back to $45," Octavio Garcia, a senior research analyst at market research firm Forrester, told CNN. "But when you are done with three months, there is a new offer that brings you down to $30, not $45."
MVNO networks are also very common outside of the U.S. Walmart Mexico's Bait MVNO network had 19.8 million users at the end of Q1 2025, the company <a href="https://files.walmex.mx/upload/files/2025/EN/Quarterly/1Q25/Walmex_Webcast_1Q25.pdf">said</a>. In Italy, a MVNO network branded by the AC Milan soccer team is an oft-used service.
Success stories like these are likely inspiring American copycats. "To see that it's easier to set up MVNO as a smaller company, I think it's a sign of a telecom industry that's moving in a certain direction," Canalys analyst Runar Bjørhovde told CNN.
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Actor Ryan Reynolds may be best known for his role in movies like the "Deadpool" franchise, which brings in billions of dollars at <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/24/08/40319102/disneys-deadpool-wolverine-hits-1b-d23-unveils-new-sequels-theme-park-expansions-fortnite-c">the box office.</a>
Outside of movies, Reynolds is also becoming increasingly known for his investing and entrepreneurship thanks to a series of billion-dollar companies.
A thread on X, formerly known as Twitter, about&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/ryan-reynolds" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ryan Reynolds</a>&nbsp;highlights that he may be the &#8220;GOD of billion dollar brands.&#8221;
The&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/timjcarden/status/1772277477424971807?s=20" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">thread&nbsp;</a>by Tim Carden has over five million views and points to several commonalities among the companies that are owned or were sold by Reynolds.
Carden said Reynolds looks for opportunities and when he makes an investment or deal he actively markets the business himself and oftentimes &#8220;becomes the face of the brand.&#8221; Reynolds also helps in the creative process of making ads about products.
&#8220;When Ryan sees a viable opportunity, he takes it,&#8221; Carden said.
An example is&nbsp;Aviation Gin,&nbsp;which Reynolds tasted and fell in love. His love for the brand led to an investment and the actor became the face of the brand. Aviation Gin was later sold to alcohol giant&nbsp;Diageo PLC&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DEO#NYSE">DEO</a>), netting a nice return for the actor.
&#8220;While many celebrities just pump money and sit back, Ryan is in the driver&#8217;s seat.&#8221;
Another example highlighted by Carden is the marketing company&nbsp;Maximum Effort, which has helped with ads for the Deadpool movies, which the company is co-producing with&nbsp;Walt Disney Co&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIS#NYSE">DIS</a>)
&#8220;Ryan knows that as an actor, his strengths are in front of a camera — and he plays to his strengths.&#8221;
Maximum Effort was bought out by connected TV ad platform company MNTN (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MNTN#NYSE">MNTN</a>), but was recently bought back by the Maximum Effort TV and film studio co-owned by Reynolds. The actor <a href="https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/maximum-effort-marketing-ryan-reynolds-george-dewey-mntn-deal-1236155837/">remains </a>the Chief Creative Officer for MNTN and the connected ad platform has a partnership with Reynolds' marketing firm.
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Why It&#8217;s Important: Carden said Reynolds knows how to perfectly capitalize on trends and use his talents after recognizing the trend.
Reynolds<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/24/01/36875148/formula-one-rejects-andretti-general-motors-team-bid-what-this-could-mean-for-us-growth-esp" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">&nbsp;invested in&nbsp;</a>a&nbsp;Liberty Media Corp&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FWONA#NASDAQ">FWONA</a>)(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FWONK#NASDAQ">FWONK</a>)&nbsp;Formula 1&nbsp;motor racing team, which comes as the valuation of teams in the sport is rising.
The actor also owns a soccer team and was&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/23/05/32174242/ryan-reynolds-senators-bid-may-be-dropped-like-its-hot-as-snoop-steps-up-in-next-episode-of" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">among the bidders</a>&nbsp;for the National Hockey League&#8217;s Ottawa Senators.
&#8220;Ryan Reynolds is more than just an actor. He is also a savvy serial businessman who knows a thing or two about building a billion-dollar brand. He hunts for opportunities, gets personally involved in marketing the business, injects his personal brand, and is always on the move,&#8221; Carden said.
Along with Aviation Gin getting bought out, another Reynolds investment <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/m-a/23/03/31362824/ryan-reynolds-mobile-company-gets-1-35b-buyout-from-t-mobile-will-he-purchase-an-nhl-team-with-that">saw a buyout</a>.&nbsp;Mint Mobile&nbsp;was purchased by&nbsp;T-Mobile US&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>).
Like Aviation Gin, Reynolds starred in ads for the company after he invested.
The ownership of Maximum Effort helps Reynolds quickly make ads for companies he invests in and for movies he stars in. The combination leads to Reynolds easily recognizable as an investor or the face of a product.
This article was previously published by Benzinga and has been updated.
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T-Mobile US (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 1.7% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 15.65%. Currently, T-Mobile US has a market capitalization of $251.78 billion. 
Buying $100 In TMUS: If an investor had bought $100 of TMUS stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $208.01 today based on a price of $221.74 for TMUS at the time of writing.
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The most oversold stocks in the communication services sector presents an opportunity to buy into undervalued companies.
The RSI is a momentum indicator, which compares a stock&#8217;s strength on days when prices go up to its strength on days when prices go down. When compared to a stock&#8217;s price action, it can give traders a better sense of how a stock may perform in the short term. An asset is typically considered oversold when the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/rsi">RSI is below 30</a>, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">T-Mobile US Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>)</h3>
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<li>According to a Reuters report, SoftBank offloaded 21.5 million T-Mobile shares at $224 each. This price point reflects a discount of approximately 3% compared to T-Mobile's closing price of $230.99 on Monday. The company's stock fell around 9% over the past month and has a 52-week low of $173.74.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 23.9</li>
<li>TMUS Price Action: Shares of T-Mobile fell 4.1% to close at $221.43 on Tuesday.</li>
<li>Edge Stock Ratings: 77.53 Momentum score with Value at 24.68. </li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">WPP PLC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WPP#NYSE">WPP</a>)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</h3>
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<li>On Feb. 27, WPP reported fourth-quarter and 2024 preliminary results. Revenue for the year was 14.74 billion British pounds ($18.8 billion) compared to 14.85 billion British pounds in 2023. The company's stock fell around 13% over the past month and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WPP">has a 52-week low</a> of $31.52.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 27.1</li>
<li>WPP Price Action: Shares of WPP fell 4.2% to close at $35.23 on Tuesday.</li>
<li>Benzinga Pro&#8217;s charting tool helped identify the trend in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/register?utm_adType=bzprocontent&amp;utm_campaign=14daytrial&amp;utm_ad=0618">WPP stock</a>. </li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Vimeo Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VMEO#NASDAQ">VMEO</a>)</h3>
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<li>Vimeo&#8217;s Gillian Munson will step down as CFO effective Aug. 8. The company's stock fell around 10% over the past month and has a 52-week<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/VMEO"> low of $3.44</a>.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 29.4</li>
<li>VMEO Ltd Price Action: Shares of Vimeo fell 3% to close at $4.16 on Monday.</li>
<li>Benzinga Pro&#8217;s signals feature notified of a potential breakout in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/register?utm_adType=bzprocontent&amp;utm_campaign=14daytrial&amp;utm_ad=0618">VMEO shares</a>. </li>
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The Trump Organization is <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/06/45954307/donald-trump-wants-you-to-use-his-new-47-mobile-plan-with-a-499-gold-phone-made-in-america">entering the wireless industry</a> with plans to launch a smartphone called the "T-1 Phone," priced at $499 and promoted as being manufactured in the U.S.—a promise experts say may not hold up under scrutiny.
What Happened: Announced on Monday, the T-1 Phone will debut alongside a new wireless service called Trump Mobile, with availability starting in August.
A spokesperson for the company said that the devices will be made in Alabama, California and Florida, <a href="https://www.marketplace.org/story/2025/06/17/trump-mobile-says-itll-make-phones-in-the-us-is-that-realistic">reported</a> Marketplace.
Industry <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/06/45971247/trumps-plan-to-take-on-apple-samsung-with-a-smartphone-is-a-fairytale-dan-ives-warns-it-could-be-a-money-loser-for-his-company">analysts remain skeptical</a>. Roger Entner, founder of Recon Analytics, said no major smartphone manufacturer has built devices in the U.S. for at least a decade.
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&#8220;We have made smartphones when we were still in the 2G and maybe in the 3G era,&#8221; he told the publication, adding, &#8220;You don&#8217;t have the machines. You don&#8217;t have the employees that can do it. You don&#8217;t have the supply chain.&#8221;
&#8220;I think Trump&#8217;s trying to seize the momentum of &#8216;Build in the U.S.,'&#8221; Dan Ives, tech analyst at Wedbush Securities, told the outlet.
He continued saying, &#8220;This is something that could be done at a very, very small scale, and that&#8217;s probably what they&#8217;re aiming for. But anything above 20,000, 30,000, 40,000 would be very, very difficult for them to actually make in the U.S.&#8221;
Why It's Important: The Trump Organization is attempting to tap into populist sentiments around domestic manufacturing, branding the T-1 Phone as a pro-America alternative in a global tech market dominated by Asian production.
While the pitch aligns with "Made in America" rhetoric, experts caution that scaling U.S. smartphone production would require massive infrastructure investment and time.&nbsp;
"For it to even get off the ground would take a long time and a significant amount of dollars to put in before they show any sort of profit," Ives said.
Previously,&nbsp; Ives told ABC News that making phones in the U.S. isn't financially viable, calling the idea a &#8220;fairytale&#8221; and noting that while a small number could be made, it <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/06/45971247/trumps-plan-to-take-on-apple-samsung-with-a-smartphone-is-a-fairytale-dan-ives-warns-it-could-be-a-money-loser-for-his-company">would likely lead to losses</a>.
Trump Mobile runs on the infrastructure of Liberty Mobile Wireless, a Florida-based company founded in 2018 by entrepreneur Matthew Lopatin.
As a mobile virtual network operator (MVNO), it leases network access from major providers like T-Mobile U.S. Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>) and rebrands the service under its own name, reported Reuters.
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The Trump Organization is <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/06/45954307/donald-trump-wants-you-to-use-his-new-47-mobile-plan-with-a-499-gold-phone-made-in-america">entering the wireless industry</a> with plans to launch a smartphone called the "T-1 Phone," priced at $499 and promoted as being manufactured in the U.S.—a promise experts say may not hold up under scrutiny.
What Happened: Announced on Monday, the T-1 Phone will debut alongside a new wireless service called Trump Mobile, with availability starting in August.
A spokesperson for the company said that the devices will be made in Alabama, California and Florida, <a href="https://www.marketplace.org/story/2025/06/17/trump-mobile-says-itll-make-phones-in-the-us-is-that-realistic">reported</a> Marketplace.
Industry <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/06/45971247/trumps-plan-to-take-on-apple-samsung-with-a-smartphone-is-a-fairytale-dan-ives-warns-it-could-be-a-money-loser-for-his-company">analysts remain skeptical</a>. Roger Entner, founder of Recon Analytics, said no major smartphone manufacturer has built devices in the U.S. for at least a decade.
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&#8220;We have made smartphones when we were still in the 2G and maybe in the 3G era,&#8221; he told the publication, adding, &#8220;You don&#8217;t have the machines. You don&#8217;t have the employees that can do it. You don&#8217;t have the supply chain.&#8221;
&#8220;I think Trump&#8217;s trying to seize the momentum of &#8216;Build in the U.S.,'&#8221; Dan Ives, tech analyst at Wedbush Securities, told the outlet.
He continued saying, &#8220;This is something that could be done at a very, very small scale, and that&#8217;s probably what they&#8217;re aiming for. But anything above 20,000, 30,000, 40,000 would be very, very difficult for them to actually make in the U.S.&#8221;
Why It's Important: The Trump Organization is attempting to tap into populist sentiments around domestic manufacturing, branding the T-1 Phone as a pro-America alternative in a global tech market dominated by Asian production.
While the pitch aligns with "Made in America" rhetoric, experts caution that scaling U.S. smartphone production would require massive infrastructure investment and time.&nbsp;
"For it to even get off the ground would take a long time and a significant amount of dollars to put in before they show any sort of profit," Ives said.
Previously,&nbsp; Ives told ABC News that making phones in the U.S. isn't financially viable, calling the idea a &#8220;fairytale&#8221; and noting that while a small number could be made, it <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/06/45971247/trumps-plan-to-take-on-apple-samsung-with-a-smartphone-is-a-fairytale-dan-ives-warns-it-could-be-a-money-loser-for-his-company">would likely lead to losses</a>.
Trump Mobile runs on the infrastructure of Liberty Mobile Wireless, a Florida-based company founded in 2018 by entrepreneur Matthew Lopatin.
As a mobile virtual network operator (MVNO), it leases network access from major providers like T-Mobile U.S. Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>) and rebrands the service under its own name, reported Reuters.
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T-Mobile Us Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>) shares are trading lower during Tuesday&#8217;s session, falling over 4.25% to approximately $221.17, following a report that Japanese conglomerate SoftBank Group has raised $4.8 billion through a sale of T-Mobile shares.
What To Know: The move by SoftBank is causing significant pressure on TMUS shares, as it represents a large block of shares entering the market at a discount.
According to a Reuters report, SoftBank offloaded 21.5 million T-Mobile shares at $224 each. This price point reflects a discount of approximately 3% compared to T-Mobile&#8217;s closing price of $230.99 on Monday.
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Such a substantial share sale, particularly at a reduced price, typically creates selling pressure on a stock. Investors often view large insider sales as a potential signal of reduced confidence from a major shareholder or simply an increase in supply of shares, which can depress the market price. 
The proceeds from the sale are reportedly earmarked for SoftBank&#8217;s aggressive investments in artificial intelligence initiatives.
Price Action: According to data from <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>, TMUS shares are lower on heavy volume midday Tuesday. The current trading session&#8217;s volume of 6.207 million shares dwarfs the average trading volume over the past 100 days of 4.428 million shares.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How To Buy TMUS Stock</h2>
By now you're likely curious about how to participate in the market for T-Mobile US &#8211; be it to purchase shares, or even attempt to bet against the company.
Buying shares is typically done through a brokerage account. You can find a list of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-stock-trading-platforms">possible trading platforms here.</a> Many will allow you to buy &#8220;fractional shares,&#8221; which allows you to own portions of stock without buying an entire share.
In the case of T-Mobile US, which is trading at $221.17 as of publishing time, $100 would buy you 0.45 shares of stock.
If you're looking to bet against a company, the process is more complex. You'll need access to an options trading platform, or a broker who will allow you to &#8220;go short&#8221; a share of stock by lending you the shares to sell. The process of shorting a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock">stock can be found at this resource.</a> Otherwise, if your broker allows you to trade options, you can either buy a put option, or sell a call option at a strike price above where shares are currently trading &#8211; either way it allows you to profit off of the share price decline.
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