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BCE Inc. (BCE.TO)

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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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Fair Value
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DON'T BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Jun 16, 2005
Doesn't see very much in growth terms for this stock. Has a nice dividend.
Photo of Ross HealyRoss Healy
No
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$29.10

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.06

As of Jul 27, 2026. Market Open.

telephone utilities
TOP PICK

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Jun 15, 2005
Thinks there's a bit of a short term play here. They're probably going to look at doing something with Bell Globe Media. That could add a lot of money to their coffers. They are also talking about parts of their business being moved into a trust. With all this money, they would probably reduce their debt, increase the dividend. 4.5% dividend plus $2/3 as a conservative investment it could be alright.
Photo of Bob StodgellBob Stodgell
Owned
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$29.00

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.06

As of Jul 27, 2026. Market Open.

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TRADE

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Jun 09, 2005
The only reason he can figure that telcos did well is that as bond yields come down, the dividends just look better and better.
Photo of David BaskinDavid BaskinUnlock Rating
$29.72

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.06

As of Jul 27, 2026. Market Open.

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HOLD

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Jun 08, 2005
Good and steady in a $5 range is the best thing he can say. Not a great deal of harm to it. Pays a dividend. Would rather buy Manitoba Tel (MBT-T).
Photo of Michael SmedleyMichael Smedley
No
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$29.08

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.06

As of Jul 27, 2026. Market Open.

telephone utilities
DON'T BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Jun 03, 2005
Doesn't like the overall telecommunications industry. Far too much competition. Move to Voice over IP put a lot more pressure on.
Photo of Paul Harris, CFAPaul Harris, CFA
No
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$28.74

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.06

As of Jul 27, 2026. Market Open.

telephone utilities
DON'T BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Jun 01, 2005
FDC just announced a 25% reduction in fees for high speed internet. A fight is brewing between the cables and telephone companies. It's going to be ugly. A pretty tricky area to be in right now.
Photo of Matt BaillieMatt Baillie
Owned
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$28.55

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.06

As of Jul 27, 2026. Market Open.

telephone utilities
DON'T BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

May 17, 2005
Has not positive on the stock, but is starting to look at it. There is uncertainty about voice over internet. If it traded over $30 for awhile, he might get interested.
Photo of Norman LevineNorman Levine
No
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$28.93

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.06

As of Jul 27, 2026. Market Open.

telephone utilities
WEAK BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

May 16, 2005
Raised their dividends. Their is competition coming in like voice over internet. 4.5% dividend. Difficult to see this stock doing much more than 5/10% a year.
Photo of Gavin GrahamGavin Graham
Owned
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$28.80

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.06

As of Jul 27, 2026. Market Open.

telephone utilities
DON'T BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

May 04, 2005
Wire line numbers were better than expected for Telus (T-T) but even more so for BCE (BCE-T). Wireless on the other hand was better for Telus, but not so good for BCE. These large caps, grinding sideways, do not offer a lot of potential.
Photo of Andrew McCreathAndrew McCreath
No
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$29.98

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.06

As of Jul 27, 2026. Market Open.

telephone utilities
DON'T BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

May 03, 2005
The wire line business is going through a decline. Expects it will ultimately cut its dividend.
Photo of David BurrowsDavid Burrows
No
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$30.02

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.06

As of Jul 27, 2026. Market Open.

telephone utilities
PAST TOP PICK

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Apr 27, 2005
(A Top PIck Jan 26/05. No change.) Was concerned with the market, so played chicken.
Photo of Bill CarriganBill Carrigan
No
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$30.00

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.06

As of Jul 27, 2026. Market Open.

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WEAK BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Apr 20, 2005
Increased dividends for the 1st time in 10 years. Feels management was trying to say that they had stabilized their businesses. Dividend is safe. Have significantly turned the company around. Not a growth story. Running really hard and fast with Voice Over IP, although regulators have been slow to approve and cable has started using it. Whole issue is kind of muddy.
Photo of Rob CallanderRob Callander
Owned
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$29.91

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.06

As of Jul 27, 2026. Market Open.

telephone utilities
WEAK BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Apr 19, 2005
A solid franchise. What is attractive is the dividend yield and the growth of that dividend. Over the long term, looking at their services, wire line, wireless, television, that's where there's some risk. Plenty of cash to support the dividend.
Photo of Peter HofstraPeter Hofstra
Owned
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$30.00

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.06

As of Jul 27, 2026. Market Open.

telephone utilities
TOP PICK

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Apr 04, 2005
A really good conservative play. 4.5% dividend. 12/13 X next year's earnings. Looking for a target price in the $33/34 range. The downside would be a bigger than expected switch from their legacy phones to newer technology.
Photo of John Sinkins, CFAJohn Sinkins, CFA
Owned
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$30.24

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.06

As of Jul 27, 2026. Market Open.

telephone utilities
WEAK BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Mar 31, 2005
Have not been a fan of this stock for some time, but now starting to warm up to it. The fundamentals are starting to get better and they are starting to get a little more focused. If they sold off Bell Globe Media, he would probably buy.
Photo of Norman LevineNorman Levine
No
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$30.25

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.06

As of Jul 27, 2026. Market Open.

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