TMUS Hits 52-Week High Amid Starlink Beta Launch
Image courtesy of 123rf.com T-Mobile's collaboration with Starlink introduces a space-based mobile network to eliminate dead zones in the U.S. By Tim Fries Published on February 10, 2025 05:35 AM EST Neither the author, Tim Fries, nor this website, The Tokenist, provide financial advice. Please consult our website policy prior to making financial decisions. T-Mobile (NYSE: TMUS) has unveiled its latest venture, the T-Mobile Starlink beta, a pioneering space-based mobile network that promises to resolve the longstanding issue of mobile dead zones across the United States. This innovative service, developed in collaboration with Starlink, aims to provide seamless connectivity by utilizing satellites to connect directly to users’ mobile devices in areas where traditional cellular networks fail. The beta phase of this service is notably accessible to everyone, including customers of competing networks such as Verizon (NYSE: VZ) and AT&T (NYSE: T), with free access available until July. Following the beta period, T-Mobile plans to integrate this offering into select plans at no additional charge, while also providing options for other users to subscribe for a fee. The goal is to achieve extensive coverage and foster partnerships with global wireless providers to enable reciprocal roaming agreements. T-Mobile Starlink Opens to All Users The launch of T-Mobile Starlink represents a significant shift in the wireless communication landscape. By leveraging satellites equipped with Direct-to-Cell capabilities, T-Mobile is set to offer connectivity in regions that have traditionally been beyond the reach of conventional cell towers. This initiative is poised to transform the way users experience mobile connectivity, ensuring that even the most remote areas are covered. The decision to open the beta to all, including those on competing networks, underscores T-Mobile’s commitment to broadening access and setting new standards in the industry. As the service rolls out, it is expected to redefine user expectations and drive advancements in mobile network technology. The announcement of the T-Mobile Starlink beta has coincided with notable movements in the company’s stock, TMUS. The stock’s recent performance suggests a positive outlook, with analysts recommending a “Buy” and setting a target mean price of $253.64. At the time of writing, the stock was trading at $256.04, up almost 4% over the premarket trading session so far. Join our Telegram group and never miss a breaking digital asset story. T-Mobile Remains a Sold Stock T-Mobile’s financial metrics paint a robust picture, with a market capitalization of $281.14 billion and a dividend yield of 1.59%. The company’s trailing P/E ratio stands at 25.52, with a forward P/E of 19.14, indicating strong growth prospects. The debt to equity ratio is notably high at 182.27%, reflecting significant leverage, while the trailing EPS is $9.65 with a forward EPS of $10.67. The recommendation mean is 2.0, suggesting a favorable investment outlook. Analysts have set a high target price of $290.00, with a low of $184.95, indicating a wide range of potential outcomes based on market conditions and the success of the Starlink initiative. Disclaimer: The author does not hold or have a position in any securities discussed in the article. All stock prices were quoted at the time of writing. About the author Tim Fries is the cofounder of The Tokenist. He has a B. Sc. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan, and an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Tim served as a Senior Associate on the investment team at RW Baird's US Private Equity division, and is also the co-founder of Protective Technologies Capital, an investment firm specializing in sensing, protection and control solutions.