CTBB
Communication ServicesQwest Corp. NT · Telecommunications Services · $4B
What is Qwest Corp. NT?
Qwest Corp. NT (CTBB) is a regional telecommunications carrier serving consumers and businesses across the midwest and western United States through voice, data, and related services.
Qwest generates revenue through three segments: Wireline Services covering local voice, long distance, DSL, and wholesale access; Wireless Services delivered via a partnership with Verizon Wireless; and Other Services, which includes subletting real estate assets such as office buildings and warehouses.
The entity was established in 2016 and is headquartered in Monroe, US.
- Local and long-distance voice services
- DSL and backbone data services
- Wireless services via Verizon partnership
- Real estate sublease operations
Is CTBB a Good Stock to Buy?
UQS Score rates CTBB as Poor overall.
Among the five pillars, Valuation stands out as the relative bright spot, rated Good — suggesting the market may not be pricing in a premium for this name.
Quality, Moat, Growth, and Risk are all rated Weak, reflecting broad fundamental challenges across the business.
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Past performance does not guarantee future results. UQS Score is based on fundamental data and is not a buy/sell recommendation.
Does CTBB pay dividends?
Yes — Qwest Corp. NT pays a dividend.
CTBB pays a regular dividend, which may appeal to income-focused investors. Given the weak underlying fundamentals across most pillars, investors should weigh the income potential against the broader risk profile before relying on dividend continuity.
When does CTBB report earnings?
Qwest Corp. NT reports earnings on a quarterly cadence, typical for US-listed equities.
Given weak scores across Quality and Growth pillars, recent operating performance has faced headwinds common to legacy wireline carriers navigating a competitive and declining market. Trends in subscriber retention and cost management remain key areas to watch.
For the most recent quarter's results, visit Qwest Corp.'s investor relations page directly.
CTBB Price History
+2.1% over 5Y
Monthly close, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment.
What if I invested in Qwest Corp. NT?
Based on Qwest Corp. NT's historical closing prices, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment. Past performance does not guarantee future results. This is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Qwest Corp. NT do?
Qwest Corp. NT is a regional telecom carrier providing local voice, long-distance, DSL internet, and wholesale network access across the midwest and western US. It also offers wireless services through a Verizon partnership and generates ancillary revenue by subleasing real estate assets.
Does CTBB pay dividends?
Yes, CTBB pays a regular dividend. Income investors should review the company's investor relations page for current dividend details and consider the weak fundamental profile when assessing sustainability.
When does CTBB report earnings?
Qwest Corp. NT reports on a quarterly cadence. Our data source does not provide specific upcoming dates — check the company's investor relations page for the current earnings calendar.
Is CTBB a good stock to buy?
UQS Score rates CTBB as Poor, with Weak ratings across Quality, Moat, Growth, and Risk pillars. The Valuation pillar is rated Good, but that alone does not offset the broader concerns. Pro members can view the complete pillar breakdown.
Is CTBB overvalued?
The Valuation pillar for CTBB is rated Good, suggesting the stock is not considered expensive relative to its fundamentals. However, low valuations in declining industries can reflect structural challenges rather than hidden opportunity.
What is CTBB's market cap bracket?
CTBB falls in the mid-cap bracket, placing it among moderately sized publicly traded companies — smaller than major national carriers but larger than micro-cap telecom names.
Is CTBB a long-term quality indicator?
Based on the UQS framework, CTBB scores Poor overall. Long-term quality depends on durable moats, consistent growth, and manageable risk — areas where CTBB currently rates Weak. Pro members can explore the full multi-pillar analysis.
What sector does CTBB belong to?
CTBB operates in the Communication Services sector, specifically as a legacy wireline and regional telecom provider serving residential, business, and wholesale customers in the US.
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CTBB — Score History
| Date | UQS | Quality | Moat | Growth | Risk | Value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 9, 2026 | 36.4 | 20.0 | 16.0 | 0.0 | 82.4 | 100.0 | -0.6 |
| Apr 23, 2026 | 37.0 | 20.0 | 16.0 | 3.2 | 82.4 | 100.0 | +9.1 |
| Apr 21, 2026 | 27.9 | 28.3 | 16.0 | 3.2 | 35.8 | 71.8 | 0.0 |
| Apr 20, 2026 | 27.9 | 28.4 | 16.0 | 3.2 | 35.8 | 72.1 | 0.0 |
| Apr 18, 2026 | 27.9 | 28.4 | 16.0 | 3.2 | 35.8 | 72.2 | -4.2 |
| Apr 17, 2026 | 32.1 | 28.5 | 16.0 | 3.2 | 35.8 | 100.0 | 0.0 |
| Apr 16, 2026 | 32.1 | 28.4 | 16.0 | 3.2 | 35.8 | 100.0 | -0.2 |
| Apr 14, 2026 | 32.3 | 29.3 | 16.0 | 3.2 | 35.8 | 100.0 | -0.1 |
| Apr 10, 2026 | 32.4 | 29.7 | 16.0 | 3.2 | 35.8 | 100.0 | -0.2 |
| Apr 9, 2026 | 32.6 | 30.2 | 16.0 | 3.2 | 35.8 | 100.0 | -0.1 |
CTBB — Pillar Breakdown
Quality
— 20.0/100 (25%)Qwest Corp. NT currently shows below-average quality metrics, suggesting challenges with profitability.
How effectively capital is deployed to generate returns.
Profitability relative to shareholders' equity.
Ability to convert revenue into operating profit.
Bottom-line profit as a share of revenue.
Free cash flow relative to market value.
Growth
— 3.2/100 (20%)Qwest Corp. NT faces growth headwinds with declining or stagnant revenue trends.
Revenue trajectory over the last twelve months.
Compound annual revenue growth rate over 3 years.
Analyst consensus for future revenue growth.
Risk
— 82.4/100 (15%)Qwest Corp. NT carries minimal financial risk with conservative leverage and strong solvency.
Debt levels relative to earnings capacity.
Total debt relative to shareholder equity.
Short-term liquidity — ability to pay near-term obligations.
Earnings capacity relative to interest payments.
Valuation
— 100.0/100 (15%)Qwest Corp. NT appears attractively valued relative to its earnings, cash flows, and sector peers.
How many years of FCF the market cap represents.
Moat
— 16/100 (25%)Qwest Corp. NT operates in a highly competitive environment with limited sustainable advantages. The Moat pillar evaluates competitive advantages across five dimensions: Switching Costs, Network Effects, Cost Advantage, Intangible Assets, and Scale & Ecosystem. Sign in to customize moat ratings for CTBB.
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How is the CTBB UQS Score Calculated?
The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for Qwest Corp. NT is calculated using a proprietary 6-pillar framework with 29 financial metrics. Each pillar evaluates a different dimension on a 0–100 scale, then combines into a single weighted score. Scoring thresholds are calibrated per sector. Momentum is an optional Pro toggle — without it, you get the 5-pillar / 25-metric core shown below.
Quality (25%) measures profitability and capital efficiency — ROIC, ROE, margins, GP/Assets, and FCF Yield.
Moat (25%) assesses Qwest Corp. NT's competitive advantages across switching costs, network effects, cost advantages, intangible assets, and ecosystem scale.
Growth (20%) tracks revenue trajectory and earnings momentum, combining historical results with analyst forward estimates.
Risk (15%) is inversely scored — lower leverage and strong balance sheet health result in higher scores.
Valuation (15%) measures whether Qwest Corp. NT is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.
Six investor-inspired presets are available, each with different pillar weights: Balanced, Buffett, Munger, Lynch, Cathie Wood, and Graham. The public score shown here uses the Balanced preset. Learn more in our FAQ.