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    How Strong Q2 Cash Flows, Higher Guidance And Buybacks At T-Mobile (TMUS) Have Changed Its Investment Story

    Simply Wall St·07/28/2026 22:23:55
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    • T-Mobile US reported second-quarter 2026 results showing revenue of US$22,791 million and net income of US$3,239 million, with higher earnings per share than a year earlier.
    • The company also completed a US$7,400.94 million share repurchase program and raised its operating and adjusted free cash flow outlook while reaffirming subscriber and profitability guidance.
    • Next, we will examine how T-Mobile's higher cash flow outlook and continued buybacks affect the existing investment narrative around its 5G and fiber growth ambitions.

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    T-Mobile US Investment Narrative Recap

    To own T-Mobile US, you need to believe it can convert its 5G and fiber buildout into durable cash generation while managing churn and pricing pressure. The Q2 2026 update, with higher operating and adjusted free cash flow guidance and solid earnings, supports the near term cash flow catalyst. At the same time, the biggest risk right now remains industry wide churn and competitive promotions, particularly as T-Mobile reduces free phone offers and accepts a temporary uptick in customer losses.

    The completion of US$7,400.94 million in share repurchases under the December 2025 program is the most relevant recent announcement here. It ties directly to the higher cash flow outlook, reinforcing T-Mobile’s use of excess cash to reduce its share count while still funding 5G and fiber ambitions. How effectively this balance holds as fiber investments ramp and promotional intensity shifts will be central to whether the upgraded cash flow guidance proves durable.

    Yet behind the stronger cash flow outlook, investors should be aware of the risk that elevated churn and broadband execution issues could still...

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    T-Mobile US' narrative projects $104.0 billion revenue and $17.3 billion earnings by 2029. This assumes 4.7% yearly revenue growth and a roughly $6.8 billion earnings increase from $10.5 billion today.

    Uncover how T-Mobile US' forecasts yield a $253.88 fair value, a 39% upside to its current price.

    Exploring Other Perspectives

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    Some of the lowest estimate analysts take a more cautious view, assuming revenue of about US$101.4 billion and earnings of roughly US$15.5 billion by 2029, which is more restrained than the consensus and could shift further as the new cash flow guidance and ongoing fiber investments play out against the risk that broadband integration and ARPU pressure...

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    The Verdict Is Yours

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    This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.