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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. is currently facing significant challenges in the highly competitive telecommunications sector, prompting a recent dividend cut that has surprised many investors. While the company is evolving into AI data center infrastructures, thereby securing an attractive dividend yield of around 5%, the core business remains under pressure due to pricing wars with competitors. Analysts indicate that BCE's long-term prospects hinge on its ability to leverage its tech footprint in data center business, but many express skepticism regarding capital appreciation in the short term. The investment community is divided; some see the dividend as a safe income source while others advise caution, highlighting regulatory pressures and heightened competition. Overall, there's a general agreement that while BCE's fundamental position has potential, immediate volume and capital growth may remain stagnant.

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BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Aug 08, 2022
It has an extremely good dividend yield and is therefore a good income stock. He pared back a little because of concern over rising interest rates but is adding back now since it is well valued. Also adding to Telus.
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BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Jul 05, 2022
Allan Tong’s Discover Picks BCE, owned by Bell which owns the phone lines that the internet runs on (though everyone ignores this conflict of interest) pays a 5.82% dividend, trades at 19.6x earnings and at a super-low 0.34 beta. BCE stocks, too, are wallowing around 52-week lows of $63, but the stock has beaten or met all of its last four quarters. Read 3 defensive stocks weather uncertain markets for our full analysis.
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BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Jun 21, 2022
Apple vs. BCE for income Certainly, BCE generates income (he owns it), despite minimal revenue growth, though it's well-run. 5G may give it a bump. Pays a super yield. You don't buy Apple for income (the yield is low), but rather it's a growth company. The two stocks are yin-and-yang, but offer good diversity in a portfolio.
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BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Jun 10, 2022
Has been selling shares. Would rather own shares in Rogers as share price has fallen recently. Defensive holding, not much share price appreciation.
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BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Jun 02, 2022
TSX has been rocking and rolling. Good for dividend and defensive portfolios, but not his best idea. He's not a fan of paying high multiples for a low-growth businesses just because others are nervous.
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BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

May 31, 2022
Large capex spend this year will finally finish fibre to the home, a tremendous advantage over cable. Good job in wireless. Trading high. Likes long-term vision, assets, management. Defensive in this environment. Yield of 4.5-5% is going to increase.
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BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

May 24, 2022
Trading at the top end of the PE range of telcos. 5G is going to be a big advantage. This is important, as they've spent lots of money on it, but it will benefit topline growth. Core businesses continue to do well. Nice yield of over 5%.
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BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

May 09, 2022
He is bullish on Telcos which do well in this environment. Some clients own BCE in their portfolios. Valuations are high and the dividend is not necessarily fully covered today but hopefully in a year. He prefers Telus which is better run with interesting assets and certainty of dividend growth.
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BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Apr 27, 2022
(A Top Pick Apr 21/21, Up 26%) Still likes it within the sector. Canada's predominant player, though Telus is not far off. Core holding. Doing well with fibre, among the top in Canada. Yield approaching 5%.
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BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Apr 08, 2022
Preference in the market for commodities, defensive companies and yield in the market. Rising interest rates not historically good for telecom industry. Sector looks attractive. Lots of money flowing into the business. A good name to hold if you already own it.
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BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Mar 23, 2022
(A Top Pick Apr 16/21, Up 23%) At the time, a recovery stock. Eventually a beneficiary of 5G. Great dividend that grows. Don't add here. Sell calls. Likes it long term.
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BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Mar 22, 2022
Should be a core holding in a portfolio. Low growth, but pays a great dividend. You're buying stability and income. Shares may rise 2-4% a year + the dividend. Alternatives don't pay as much and are riskier.
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BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Mar 03, 2022
Rocking and rolling. Dividends in Canada are in favour. People want boring, safety, stability. He also owns Telus. Not the best ideas, but nice anchors to have in your portfolio.
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BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Feb 24, 2022
Great franchise. Telecom stocks have started to rebound a bit. Increases dividend over time, which is important with rising rates. More for income, with only some capital growth. Good cashflow, wireless is one of the best. Nice dividend at 5.6%.
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BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Feb 09, 2022
A defensive dividend player. It will do fine. Slow dividend grower. Growing earnings at 5-6%. Not most inflation-protected, but a workhorse. You also need significant dividend growth of 10-14% a year in your portfolio. A volatility dampener. Look for dividend growers, as that's the theme that will benefit you the most in a rising rate environment. Good yield of 5.5%.
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