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BCE Inc. (BCE.TO)

TSE:BCE

BCE Inc. (BCE.TO)

30.18
+0.10 (0.33%)
as of Jul 27, 2026, 6:52:27 pm Market Open.
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This summary was created by AI, based on 44 opinions in the last 12 months.

BCE Inc. is viewed as a mixed investment opportunity among analysts, with a strong emphasis on its stable dividend yield and defensive characteristics. The recent dividend cut has made the payout ratio more sustainable, allowing better allocation of funds towards growth initiatives, particularly in AI and data center operations. However, analysts acknowledge significant competitive pressures from companies like Starlink and increasing competition in the wireless market, which complicate growth prospects. Many experts regard BCE as a defensive play primarily offering income rather than capital appreciation, indicating caution in the face of slow earnings growth and mounting competition. Overall, while BCE has made strategic moves to strengthen its core business and diversify, the current market environment makes it less appealing for growth-oriented investors.

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Cautious
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Fair Value
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BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

May 29, 2006
Could see this drifting off to the $23/24 area. At that point, the yield would be very handsome and could put support under the company. Good defensive qualities.
Photo of Ross HealyRoss Healy
No
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$26.67

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.08

As of Jul 27, 2026. Market Open.

telephone utilities
BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

May 25, 2006
Believes in this company. The dividend yield is so rich, 4% after-tax which is equivalent to a bond paying 8.5%. Not much growth. Expects a 15/20% upside in the next six months.
Photo of David BaskinDavid Baskin
Owned
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$26.67

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.08

As of Jul 27, 2026. Market Open.

telephone utilities
DON'T BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

May 25, 2006
The problem they are facing right now is competition. The cable companies are doing a much better job in getting into residences. All you will get is the 5% dividend because the stock price won't go anywhere.
Photo of David DriscollDavid Driscoll
No
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$26.67

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.08

As of Jul 27, 2026. Market Open.

telephone utilities
WEAK BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

May 23, 2006
4.5/5% dividend yield. Growth outlook is not very good. His outlook is for only a 10% return.
Photo of Bruce Campbell (1)Bruce Campbell (1)
Owned
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$26.37

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.08

As of Jul 27, 2026. Market Open.

telephone utilities
DON'T BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

May 17, 2006
She is struggling with the telecommunications sector and what to do with it. The attraction for this one is its dividend yield. Good cash flow generation. Spinning off some of its rural assets. A lot of competition.
Photo of Laura WallaceLaura Wallace
Owned
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$26.50

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.08

As of Jul 27, 2026. Market Open.

telephone utilities
WEAK BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

May 16, 2006
Not really a growth stock. Holds some for its dividend. Long-distance is really being hurt by competition from other sources. They are trying to recognise value in their overall operations.
Photo of Robert FloydRobert Floyd
Owned
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$26.55

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.08

As of Jul 27, 2026. Market Open.

telephone utilities
SELL

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

May 08, 2006
Doesn't like the telecommunication industry. It’s incredibly competitive. This company is having margin problems. They keep cutting their costs. There is massive overcapacity in the industry.
Photo of Paul Gardner, CFAPaul Gardner, CFA
No
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$27.00

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.08

As of Jul 27, 2026. Market Open.

telephone utilities
HOLD

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

May 03, 2006
Likes the dividend yield and management. The trust spin out may give the stock a bit of a pop here. There is a lot of competition on every segment of their business and she is watching that very closely. Not a lot of downside risk.
Photo of Laura WallaceLaura Wallace
Owned
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$27.30

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.08

As of Jul 27, 2026. Market Open.

telephone utilities
DON'T BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Apr 27, 2006
There are better stocks for growth in dividends. This one needs a catalyst to get it going.
Photo of Norman LevineNorman Levine
No
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$27.97

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.08

As of Jul 27, 2026. Market Open.

telephone utilities
BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Apr 10, 2006
Likes the dominant play it has in telecommunications which is a growing area. Has increased competition. Dividend yield of 4.5% is attractive. A defensive holding.
Photo of Laura WallaceLaura Wallace
Owned
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$28.24

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.08

As of Jul 27, 2026. Market Open.

telephone utilities
DON'T BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Apr 06, 2006
Have had a lot of competition and have been struggling. An investment in this is really an investment in the dividend yield and not a whole lot more. Growth is not there.
Photo of David DriscollDavid Driscoll
No
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$28.44

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.08

As of Jul 27, 2026. Market Open.

telephone utilities
PAST TOP PICK

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Apr 05, 2006
(A Top Pick Aug 11/05. Down 10%.) Still likes. Shareholders are going to get some of the Alliant shares in their new trust. Expects there will still be a couple of $’s up because of this.
Photo of Gordon Higgins, CA, MBAGordon Higgins, CA, MBA
Owned
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$28.41

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.08

As of Jul 27, 2026. Market Open.

telephone utilities
HOLD

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Mar 28, 2006
Fairly valued. It's trading of the fact that it faces competition from all sorts of angles. Hasn't executed quite as well on the wireless side as its main competitors. Prefers Telus (T-T).
Photo of Shauna SexsmithShauna Sexsmith
Owned
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$28.15

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.08

As of Jul 27, 2026. Market Open.

telephone utilities
WEAK BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Mar 23, 2006
If you are looking for something you're not going to get hurt too badly in and some potential for some modest capital gain going forward, it would be okay.
Photo of Michael SprungMichael Sprung
Owned
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$28.44

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.08

As of Jul 27, 2026. Market Open.

telephone utilities
DON'T BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Mar 21, 2006
Spinning off their rural lines into an income trust. This is a move to try and surface some value and it has been a real challenge for the company to convince investors that there is value to be surfaced. Difficult to see the company growing their earnings at a serious rate of speed. Dividend at 4.5% is very attractive.
Photo of Chris SmithChris Smith
No
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$28.82

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.08

As of Jul 27, 2026. Market Open.

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