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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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BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Jun 12, 2020

Increase dividend? The telcos are in a good spot. Work from home, the thirst for data, and the need to connect will do well for them. Their latest earnings said their pension is fully funded. They are a 5G play as well. He does not know if they will increase the dividend, when the payout ratio is already 85%. At this price level, he would prefer Telus, but you could buy here.

Photo of Greg NewmanGreg Newman
No
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$57.85

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.55

As of Jun 30, 2026. Market Open.

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BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Jun 11, 2020
T-T vs. BCE-T. Why do you own a telco – for income or for growth. These are about as good as it gets for income. Demand for their products is pretty resilient. There might be better opportunities for growth out there. He likes both of them.
Photo of Brian MaddenBrian Madden
Owned
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$59.35

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.55

As of Jun 30, 2026. Market Open.

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BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Jun 04, 2020
BCE-T vs. RCI.B-T. They both have this perpetual cap-x spend in front of them and have a challenge in growth looking forward. But the telco space is not as expensive as some of the other defensive stocks. You would do well by owning any one of these. They score quite similarly. You can hold these through long periods of time.
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$58.56

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$30.55

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COMMENT

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Jun 02, 2020
Telcos are an oligopoly here. It pays a great dividend, but it's a mature, low-growth company. Young people are cable cutting and streaming everything instead. BCE should hold up well. Even with 5G, BCE won't grow much. You're buying this for a growing Canadian economy and being a well-run company.
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$57.11

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$30.55

As of Jun 30, 2026. Market Open.

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COMMENT

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

May 26, 2020
He still owns a little of this. Its dilemma is that a segment of revenues comes from land lines which is a shrinking business; people are streaming more and more and cutting their cable cord. This could become a long-term shift and pressure telcos, including BCE. Careful with telcos offering really high dividends, because they may not be sustainable.
Photo of John O'Connell, CFAJohn O'Connell, CFA
Owned
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$54.62

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.55

As of Jun 30, 2026. Market Open.

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BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

May 21, 2020
He likes it. It is a utility with a nice, consistent dividend. They dumped a lot of money into 5G. He worries on the media side. It will take a little time to come back, e.g. Sports. He recently added it. He likes safety over growth.
Photo of Andrew PinkAndrew Pink
Owned
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$55.03

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.55

As of Jun 30, 2026. Market Open.

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BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

May 11, 2020
The stock is trading as much as it was in terms of PE as at the high. The telecom sector should benefit in the short term. They have committed to their cap X program in the short term, which is a good thing for them. A great dividend and they are committed to it. He would look to buy these companies.
Photo of Paul Harris, CFAPaul Harris, CFA
Owned
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$56.75

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.55

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COMMENT

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

May 08, 2020

Dividends safe? Regulated businesses stand a better chance to keep dividends whole. BCE and ENB are both regulated entities. Canadian banks have had a history of not cutting dividends, but you never know. It will depend on how long COVID lasts -- if we are still locked down next year, he would be a seller.

Photo of Brian Acker, CABrian Acker, CA
Unknown
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$56.54

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.55

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BUY ON WEAKNESS

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Apr 28, 2020
Well-managed. Their media side (sports and entertainment) will be softer because of this pandemic. A good dividend grower. Safe dividend. Buy on weakness. Dividend growth should resume next year.
Photo of Stephen Takacsy, B. Eng, MBAStephen Takacsy, B. Eng, MBAUnlock Rating
$57.02

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$30.55

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BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Apr 28, 2020

telus vs bell He owns and likes both equally. Telus has less competition out west, so they enjoy a duopoly with Shaw. Telus has grown its subscriber base well. They will spin off their international division, maybe next year, and they made an acquisition in Germany. A great capital allocator. Bell has the media side, which distinguishes it from Telus. You can buy either now.

Photo of Stephen Takacsy, B. Eng, MBAStephen Takacsy, B. Eng, MBA
Owned
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$57.02

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$30.55

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COMMENT

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Apr 15, 2020
BCE vs T? Both are great companies and will benefit for the thirst for more data after the crisis. Both are beneficiaries of 5G. T has their Health business and international activity and thinks it is the better buy right now.
Photo of Greg NewmanGreg Newman
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$58.55

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$30.55

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BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Apr 13, 2020

T-T, BCE-T, RCI.B-T, SJR.B-T. Telecom is the sector he is the most bullish on. It's his biggest position. It is the sector that is the most resilient. Online traffic has increased dramatically. T-T would not be the top of his telecom list. He would prefer SJR.B-T, BCE-T, and RCI.B-T because of their media businesses.

Photo of John ZechnerJohn Zechner
Owned
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$57.41

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 13, 2020
He likes telecoms in general. He owns the whole group. BCE-T has diversified well in media. About 7 times operating cash flow. There will be some small things in the short term. (Analysts’ price target is $62.68)
Photo of John ZechnerJohn Zechner
Owned
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$57.41

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$30.55

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BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Apr 09, 2020
As consumers the best thing we can do is to watch their programs and consume their media. A lot of people in work-from-home situations should be helpful to the cable companies. He does not think they have ever cut their dividend. This is a safe-haven stock.
Photo of Brian MaddenBrian MaddenUnlock Rating
$57.25

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$30.55

As of Jun 30, 2026. Market Open.

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BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Mar 23, 2020
Buy, rather than sell. They aren't going out of business. Streaming video as well as cell are doing well.
Photo of David BaskinDavid BaskinUnlock Rating
$51.79

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$30.55

As of Jun 30, 2026. Market Open.

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