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BCE Inc. (BCE.TO)

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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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

$30.55

As of Jun 30, 2026. Market Open.

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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

$30.55

As of Jun 30, 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

$30.55

As of Jun 30, 2026. Market Open.

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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

$30.55

As of Jun 30, 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

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$30.55

As of Jun 30, 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

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$30.55

As of Jun 30, 2026. Market Open.

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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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$30.55

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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

$30.55

As of Jun 30, 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

$30.55

As of Jun 30, 2026. Market Open.

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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

$30.55

As of Jun 30, 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

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$30.55

As of Jun 30, 2026. Market Open.

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BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Mar 29, 2005
Probably won't hurt you. Doesn't think it will have a huge upside, but you get the dividend and would expect the stock price to appreciate a little bit over 2/3 years.
Photo of David BaskinDavid BaskinUnlock Rating
$30.01

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.55

As of Jun 30, 2026. Market Open.

telephone utilities
DON'T BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Mar 28, 2005
Used to own, but sold when it became apparent that there would not be much movement in the stock.
Photo of Paul Harris, CFAPaul Harris, CFA
No
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$29.91

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.55

As of Jun 30, 2026. Market Open.

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HOLD

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Mar 15, 2005
Be patient. It's trying to get going. Still in a slight uptrend.
Photo of Bill CarriganBill Carrigan
No
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$29.59

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.55

As of Jun 30, 2026. Market Open.

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TRADE

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Mar 07, 2005
Long distance is a great cash cow but is a dying business. However has a 4.5% dividend. (Question was would he short it. He would not, due to the dividend).
Photo of Richard CroftRichard Croft
Owned
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$29.50

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.55

As of Jun 30, 2026. Market Open.

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