United States Cellular Corp. Stock Hits New 52-Week Low at $47.88

United States Cellular Corp., a small-cap player in the Telecom Equipment & Accessories industry, has reached a new 52-week low of USD 47.88 as of September 23, 2025. This decline marks a significant downturn for the company, which has seen its stock price decrease by 12.55% over the past year, contrasting sharply with the S&P 500's performance of 17.38% during the same period.
The company's market capitalization stands at USD 4,533 million, and it currently has a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 54.00. Despite a high dividend yield of 43.27%, United States Cellular Corp. has struggled with profitability, reflected in its return on equity of just 2.35%. The company has also faced challenges in generating returns on capital employed, averaging only 2.05%.

In addition, the operating profit has contracted at an annual rate of 3.66% over the last five years, indicating difficulties in long-term growth. With a price-to-book ratio of 0.99, the stock is trading at levels that suggest it may be undervalued relative to its book value, yet the overall performance metrics indicate a challenging environment for the company.