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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DON'T BUY
The good thing about it is that there is a floor there that it is holding. The most recent selloff was a little bit weak. Not the strongest stock.
DON'T BUY
His model price is $25.86 which is a negative differential of 5%.
BUY
Pretty cheap price. A lot of volume as too many people had got out and were going back in.
BUY
A great entry point.
DON'T BUY
Thinks there's a big problem they are facing, VoIP. This is a big threat to them and he is seeing it across Canada. The cable companies are coming out with solutions.
DON'T BUY
Not a growth story. Facing a lot of pressure on its land line business. It has a corporate structure with some non-core assets that should be disposed of. Dividend is probably safe.
HOLD
The fixed line business is under pressure. There is a move to Voice over Internet.
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Sept 8/05. Down 15.5%.) Wireless connections were smaller than expected. Dividend is a little less attractive with interest rates going up. Still likes for the dividend and the cash flow.
SELL
Long term outlook for the company is negative. You'll get the yield, but you won't get the growth. All the telecoms are getting killed by competition with the cable companies as well as Voice Over Internet (VoIP). Long distance margins are pretty well nil.
DON'T BUY
Hasn't shown much growth over the last few years.
DON'T BUY
His model price is $26.67 which is a 10% differential and feels it is still overvalued. Earnings estimates continue to erode.
HOLD
If Ottawa makes it tougher on income trusts this could be a positive on dividend stocks. Holds this in his portfolio as a defense in case the market should go down. Dividend yield of 4.25%. Will not do great in a bull market.
BUY
Just bought a large amount because of the good dividend and a defensive pick. The wireless end is growing tremendously and there is a lot of upside potential on it. Expects the media property will be sold.
WEAK BUY
The period of seasonal strength is from the end of September to the end of January. Technically it had a pop on rumours that it might become an income trust and is looking a bit toppy here. Fundamentals are marginally positive.
BUY
Just started buying this one again. Could go the trust route. Not worried about this one. Dividend flow seems assured. There's the opportunity to spin off some of those old assets.
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