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BCE Inc. (BCE.TO)

TSE:BCE

BCE Inc. (BCE.TO)

30.51
-0.05 (0.15%)
as of Jul 2, 2026, 4:37:03 pm Market Open.
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This summary was created by AI, based on 45 opinions in the last 12 months.

BCE Inc. has faced significant challenges in the competitive telecommunications landscape, leading to a recent dividend cut of 56% aimed at funding growth and restructuring efforts, particularly in the AI data center infrastructure sector. Many experts recognize the company's dividend as relatively safe and attractive, citing a yield of around 5%, which is appealing for income-focused investors. However, they caution that the core business is under pressure due to intense competition, and prospects for capital appreciation may be limited in the near term. Some analysts suggest that BCE's strategic moves, including investments in the U.S. and advancements in fiber technology, could lead to long-term benefits, but a turnaround in share price may take time. Overall, while some see potential for stabilization and gradual growth, the general sentiment leans towards caution, with many preferring to approach BCE as a defensive income play rather than a growth stock.

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BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Jan 11, 2008
Would be very surprised to see the deal renegotiated. The big risk is a regulatory one.
Photo of Laura WallaceLaura Wallace
Owned
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$38.85

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.52

As of Jul 02, 2026. Market Open.

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SELL

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Jan 09, 2008
The market seems worried about this one and when it worries, he worries. His attitude is, reduce. Take some profits.
Photo of Bill CarriganBill CarriganUnlock Rating
$38.29

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.52

As of Jul 02, 2026. Market Open.

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BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Jan 08, 2008
Doesn't feel the deal is likely to fall apart and will probably be completed in the 1st half of this year. Teachers have said that they will stand behind it.
Photo of Michael SprungMichael Sprung
Owned
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$38.36

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.52

As of Jul 02, 2026. Market Open.

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PAST TOP PICK

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Jan 04, 2008
(A Top Pick Dec 15/06. Up 30.7%.) Now starting to get a little nervous.
Photo of Kenneth P. Norquay, CMTKenneth P. Norquay, CMT
Owned
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$39.03

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.52

As of Jul 02, 2026. Market Open.

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BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Jan 02, 2008
Will be taken over at $42.50 whenever the deal closes plus you get a dividend.
Photo of Gavin GrahamGavin Graham
Owned
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$39.42

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.52

As of Jul 02, 2026. Market Open.

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COMMENT

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Dec 28, 2007
Arbitrages play based on it being taken out at $42.75. Two risks. 1) Bondholders have been hard done by and are in the courts now trying to redeem their bonds. 2) Have to go through regulatory authorities. Chances are, it will go through and return would be about 8%-9%, which annualized would be about 30%.
Photo of Paul Gardner, CFAPaul Gardner, CFA
No
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Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.52

As of Jul 02, 2026. Market Open.

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TOP PICK

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Dec 27, 2007
Very high probability that the deal wit the Ontario Teachers Pension gets done in February. Risk/reward for getting the $42.75 by the end of April is very good and gives a 9% to 10% return.
Photo of Andrew Guy, CFAAndrew Guy, CFA
Owned
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$39.37

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.52

As of Jul 02, 2026. Market Open.

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BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Dec 18, 2007
Thinks the deal with Ontario Teachers Pension will go through. If this is true, you are looking at a 12% pickup plus one dividend in a fairly short period of time.
Photo of David BaskinDavid BaskinUnlock Rating
$38.55

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.52

As of Jul 02, 2026. Market Open.

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DON'T BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Dec 11, 2007
There is a potential that the deal with the Ontario Teachers Pension Plan may not go. He would prefer the money rather than taking a risk.
Photo of Robert FloydRobert Floyd
No
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$39.49

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.52

As of Jul 02, 2026. Market Open.

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BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Dec 07, 2007
To be taken over by the Ontario Teachers Pension Plan. He is treating this as a short-term investment and has made the assumption that the deal is going to go ahead. Not totally risk free.
Photo of David CockfieldDavid Cockfield
Owned
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$39.65

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.52

As of Jul 02, 2026. Market Open.

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BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Dec 04, 2007
There is some concern that if the credit crisis where to worsen, it might be difficult for the Ontario teachers pension to finance the purchase. This is why the price is less than the takeover price of $42.75. He feels that ultimately this deal is going to get financed.
Photo of David BurrowsDavid Burrows
Owned
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$38.88

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.52

As of Jul 02, 2026. Market Open.

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COMMENT

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Dec 03, 2007
The stock is not trading on the company's fundamentals, but on the cash takeover. Not trading at the takeover price as there is a time value on money and no one is certain when that date will be. Still some regulatory approvals needed.
Photo of Norman LevineNorman Levine
No
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$39.03

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.52

As of Jul 02, 2026. Market Open.

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BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Nov 29, 2007
This will give you about 10% yield in 3 or 4 months. You will also get one dividend, possibly two. The only risk is if for some reason they purchase falls apart. The odds of that happening are not very high.
Photo of David BaskinDavid Baskin
Owned
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$39.20

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.52

As of Jul 02, 2026. Market Open.

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TOP PICK

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Nov 27, 2007
Being acquired in the late 1st quarter or the early 2nd quarter by the Ontario Teachers Pension plan at $42.75. There will be 2 dividends paid during that period. The yield over all will be about 9%.
Photo of Fred KetchenFred Ketchen
Owned
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$39.50

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.52

As of Jul 02, 2026. Market Open.

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BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Nov 22, 2007
Thinks the deal is safe and will be completed. There are some worries about the financing and that is why it doesn't trade up to the $42.75. There is also a $.36 dividend. It might get pushed out till April but the annualized return is something like 13% or 14%. Nice place to hide.
Photo of Bruce Campbell (1)Bruce Campbell (1)
Owned
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$39.40

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.52

As of Jul 02, 2026. Market Open.

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