United States Cellular Corporation
New York Stock ExchangeCapital Structure
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in mil. unless spec.- CEO
- Laurent C. Therivel
- Full Time Employees
- 4,100
- Sector
- Communication Services
- Industry
- Telecommunications Services
- Address
- 8410 West Bryn Mawr Avenue Chicago IL United States of America 60631
- IPO Date
- May 4, 1988
- CIK
- 0000821130
- Website
- uscellular.com
- Similar Companies
- Business
- United States Cellular Corporation, now operating as Array Digital Infrastructure, Inc., is a provider of wireless telecommunications services primarily in the United States. The company's core products and services include the manufacture and sale of wireless devices such as smartphones, tablets, mobile hotspots, routers, and Internet of Things (IoT) devices; wireless accessories including cases, screen protectors, chargers, memory cards, headphones, smart speakers, and home automation products. It delivers wireless voice, messaging, and data services to consumer, business, and government customers, supported by advanced wireless solutions including connected IoT applications for business automation, communication, asset management, and custom end-to-end solutions. The company serves approximately 4.4 million retail connections across 21 states and supports its offerings through retail, direct, telesales, ecommerce, and third-party channels. Founded in 1983 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, United States Cellular Corporation underwent significant strategic transformation in 2025. In August 2025, it completed the sale of substantially all its wireless operations and select spectrum assets to T-Mobile US, Inc. for approximately $4.3 billion, with T-Mobile acquiring around 30% of its spectrum assets and wireless customers. Following this transaction, the company rebranded to Array Digital Infrastructure, focusing on managing its remaining spectrum holdings and wireless tower assets. Additionally, in late 2024, the company engaged in a $1.02 billion spectrum license sale agreement with AT&T, further reshaping its asset portfolio. These changes mark a major shift from a traditional wireless carrier to a tower and infrastructure management entity. The company continues to operate with a workforce of around 4,100 associates and remains under the majority ownership of Telephone and Data Systems, which holds approximately 83% stake as of early 2025. This repositioning positions Array Digital Infrastructure as a focused digital infrastructure company within the U.S. telecommunications ecosystem. This strategic realignment, including the divestiture of core wireless operations and adoption of an infrastructure-centric business model, reflects shifts in the competitive landscape and regulatory approvals overseen by the U.S. Department of Justice and Federal Communications Commission. The company continues to capitalize on wireless tower rental revenues and spectrum asset management while supporting business and government customers with wireless connectivity and IoT solutions originally developed under the UScellular brand. The company’s transition underscores its role in the broader U.S. wireless market, continuing its legacy with a concentrated emphasis on digital infrastructure and asset monetization.
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