TSE:BCE

BCE Inc. (BCE.TO)

30.55
-1.09 (3.45%)
as of Jun 30, 2026, 8:00:00 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 undergone significant changes recently, including a 56% dividend cut to reinvest in growth, particularly in AI and data centre infrastructure. While the dividend remains appealing for income-focused investors, many analysts express concerns about stock appreciation potential due to intense price competition within the telecom industry and pressures from new entrants like Freedom Mobile and Quebecor. Although BCE is noted as a key player among Canadian telcos, opinions diverge on its growth trajectory, with some seeing potential long-term benefits from its strategic shifts, while others believe the company's core business faces ongoing headwinds. The sentiment towards BCE suggests it is viewed more as a defensive income investment rather than a growth opportunity, leaving investors split on whether it represents a buying opportunity or a risk in the current market environment.

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SELL
This is a stock that people have been in for 5 years waiting for something to happen. All of a sudden, they've made 35%-40% in 2 weeks. His impulse would be to move on.
DON'T BUY
(Question was on preferreds.) Preferred shares in reality fixed income, almost like buying a bond. While the Common shares are going up, the exact opposite is happening on preferred shares.
COMMENT
Doesn't think there's a lot of downside risk. Not sure he would pay up to buy a put option to hedge the position. The options on BCE are more expensive than they used to be. He would write a call option for $40.
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Jan 3007. Up 23%.) Had picked it because of the sector and it had a fantastic dividend. Pretty good support, but would be a little cautious at $34.
BUY
If you buy the stock today, you probably have pretty good floor beneath you. A safe place to put your money.
SELL
Not a good business because phone lines are declining due to voice over internet.
DON'T BUY
A hard company to like. Keeps on deviating.
HOLD
Expect there to be a bidding war. Look for it to go for the $40-$41 level.
HOLD
Expect there will be a deal and it will be north of $40.
HOLD
It’s pretty clear there are some pretty serious parties looking at buying this company. Not a stock he would add to right now. There is down side as well as upside.
COMMENT
Stock is in play and will definitely get taken out. Will be back on the market in 4-5 years time once it's lost its 25%-35% of local land line business.
SELL
Most people think the take out price will be $40. Doesn't expect much upside from here.
HOLD
When there is a takeover offer and different parties are involved, he always holds. Feels that at the end of the day, there will be a bid higher than where it is now. Also, if you tendered to a takeover offer, there is no commission.
COMMENT
Thinks that $40 is a good shot for the stock. If you own, you might consider taking some money off the table.
SELL
She just bought into this stock about a month ago, but because the big jump, she has started selling. $40 would be her ultimate target, which is very close to that now.
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