TSE:BCE

BCE Inc. (BCE.TO)

32.79
-0.04 (0.12%)
as of Sep 4, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.
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This summary was created by AI, based on 38 opinions in the last 12 months.

BCE Inc. has experienced significant challenges recently, including a dividend cut to manage its payout ratio and to invest in growth areas such as AI data centers. Experts view BCE as primarily a defensive play with a 5% yield, suitable for income-seeking investors rather than those looking for capital appreciation. While some analysts see potential in BCE's strategic initiatives, including cost reductions and a focus on AI, many remain cautious due to competitive pressures from companies like Starlink and regulatory challenges in the telecom sector. The general sentiment reflects a belief that BCE's core business will struggle amidst rising competition, and while there are positive indicators for long-term growth, the immediate outlook remains uncertain.

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Cautious
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Fair Value
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BUY ON WEAKNESS
Raised the dividend near the end of December giving it a 4.5% yield. Buying under $29 with an increase to $31/32 gives you 8% return plus the dividend giving a double digit return which is good in this market.
HOLD
It will be a decent investment, but will take a while. Will have to be patient. The 10% increase in the dividend is positive. Being aggressive with new technology.
DON'T BUY
Not a fan. Guidance as far as earnings growth is still disappointing. Prefers Manitoba Tel.
BUY
John has been adding to their holdings lately as a defensive posture. Not going to move up dramatically, but could migrate into the low/mid $30's. With the dividend yield on top of that, it's not a bad return. The wireless assets are doing fine. Telus would be their 1st pick with Rogers 2nd.
WEAK BUY
New dividend declared could put some selling pressure on the stock. The telecom industry is improving. Wireless was the first to improve and now the wire line companies are improving a little bit. Likes companies like this, but prefers the leader of the group and BCE is not. Prefers Telus.
DON'T BUY
Worthwhile selling options on this? Good strategy of selling a covered call, but in this case the option premium is not very high. Won't get a lot for your money in this case.
BUY
A cheap stock, compared to its competition. Trades at about 13 X next year's earnings. Good yield at 4.7%. Has been a flat line stock for some time. Needs an improvement in business spending and more demand for its services.
HOLD
A lot of issues facing the company. Well run. Running hard and fast to keep up with dramatic industry changes such as voice over IP. If it moves up to low $30's, SELL.
DON'T BUY
Haven't been a fan for quite a while. Low to no growth. 4% yield is OK, but you do better in the utility area.
SELL
Telecom sector outlook is one of extremely slow growth or even declines. Dividend is safe. After the dividend is declared in December, would look for something with more growth.
BUY
Love the wireless sector so have been adding to their position. Restructuring has been a little bit slower than what they had wanted. Sector is undervalued.
WEAK BUY
Pays a hefty dividend. Has quite a collection of assets and is worth more than what the stock trades at. Very little growth.
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Aug 12/04. No change.) Looking for an increase in their dividends.
HOLD
A very safe stock. Really unexciting. Doesn't see any catalyst for the stock to move up.Dividend might be increased next month.
BUY
Feels that dividends will be increased. Doesn't expect much downside and could have a bit of a move up. The telecom sector has been in a pit for 3/4 years and are now making progress.
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