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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WEAK BUY
Returning as a good old dividend paying stock. Doesn't see much upside. Will trade more and more like a utility. There could be potential for an increase in dividends in 2004.
BUY
A competitive business. Pay a nice dividend. Can't see a huge upside. A nice holding.
BUY ON WEAKNESS
Would like to see it two or three points lower for the yield. The telecom area is highly competitive. Not a growth area. Only buy for income.
SELL
Not a pure play on any one thing so it's a holding company. Wire-line business is deteriorating.
BUY
Prefers over Telus because it is weaker. Try to buy under $29.
BUY
Should do well as we go into an economic recovery. Has a broader product line than Telus. Also, their wireless strategy looks stronger.
HOLD
Has been looking at it. Trying to figure out the pressure on the revenues from long-distance and local calls. Can they offset pressure with their Express view, wireless and the high-speed Internet? They're starting to bundle and offering discounts.
WEAK BUY
Long-term charts indicate the stock is trying to get a new base, but is struggling. A one-year chart indicates a slightly rising trend line. Make sure the stock does not drop below the trend line.
TRADE
Doesn’t think they are in a great position to raise their dividends. Will need a couple of more quarters of solid earnings before they can consider it.
BUY
Under $29 is a good price. Multiple is below 15 X. A safe place.
TOP PICK
Likes their bundling of assets. A $1.20 that share dividend. Price earnings ratio of 12 1/2. Extremely well priced.
BUY
Great cash flow. Good wireless assets.
DON'T BUY
A good core business. Generates a lot of cash. Prefers the wireless sector.
BUY
Over 4% yield. Prefers over Telus at this time.
BUY
Have very large telecom in the US cable warning and DCE dropped in sympathy. At a good price to buy. Good dividend. Should have steady growth.
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