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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‘On Balance Volume’ is looking at the buys and the sells. When buys are hitting the bid it is positive. Otherwise it means people are selling into the market. It has broken below its channel here. Yield plays are out of season here. It has done okay but struggled. Wait for it to get back into its trading channel.

HOLD

The dividend is safe and will grow over the next number of years. It is a great overall package. The group is growing more slowly than before and the valuations are high, but you should be absolutely fine with it here.

COMMENT

They have done a good job rolling their fiber program. The Canadian side is like an oligopoly vs the US side with a lot of competition. Hesitant to go into this sector. Big part of the business sis shifting away. Attractive for the yield for dividend investors.

HOLD

Should I add to my position? It trades at a fair price, but comes with a fair amount of debt. They had a good wireless quarter. What could shake things up is if true wireless competition will become real. Yield 5.4%.

COMMENT

Good earnings with many new subscribers, but have a high payout ratio. Increased their dividend by 5%. There will be spectrum auctions and outflows from the company. So, when do you stop the dividend and pay for things that the company needs? Defensive stock. Good subscriber growth. Own it for the income.

TOP PICK

BCE will come out with earnings tomorrow and is well positioned for growth and sustainability of dividends. They are half way through their goal of 8 million homes to receive fibre optic lines. BCE has free cash flow available and he thinks this leaves potential for dividend growth, unlike Telus (T-T) and Rogers Corp (ROG-T). Yield 5%. (Analysts’ price target is $61.78)

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Mar. 2017 Down 5%) He thinks it has a fantastic balance sheet. . BCE has free cash flow available and he thinks this leaves potential for dividend growth, unlike Telus (T-T) and Rogers Corp (ROG-T). Yield 5%. (Analysts’ price target is $61.78 )

BUY

If you're an income-oriented investor, it's a good time to enter this name. Don't expect much earnings growth. Alarmforce was a good acqusition. Dividend will likely rise. Rising interest rates in Canada won't mirror those in the U.S. and expects only one or no hikes here, so will lessen impact on BCE. Reasonable valuation.

BUY ON WEAKNESS

BCE moves in a defined trading range between $57 and $62. He’s been trading it, buying at the lower end and selling at the higher end. There is not much room for capital gain but it is a good income stock. If your objective is income, it is a good hold.

TOP PICK

In this trouble times you look for companies that pay a good dividend. Anytime BCE yield he basically buys it. Good stock for people that needs cash flow. (Analysts’ price target is $ 61.42)

HOLD

It falls into the category of not much organic growth so you own it for the yield. It has come off like the yield stocks. It is quite a high quality so you don’t have to worry about dividend cuts. They can’t change who they are. Dividend increases could be muted, but it is safe.

BUY

It has caught up with the other telcos. It rolled over just as the Trump trade started up again. It is one of the most stable stocks in the index. The valuation is reasonable. You have 5% yield, PE of 17 and very high return on equity. He holds a small position. They can maintain their dividend in a rising interest rate environment.

BUY

This is probably preferred, as compared to pipelines, as there is nothing particularly controversial or problematic. It has done rather well. To him, this has to be part of a core portfolio.

COMMENT

A long-term holding for him. It's been under a bit of pressure lately, and thinks it is really to do with utilities and yields pushing back the space.

COMMENT

We have a stronger business market, and with business activity picking up it might be a little better for them, but at the same time you have got higher interest rates, and they have a chunk of the sports business, which is slowing down. He wouldn't be afraid of this. They’ve raised the dividend every year, and expects they will do it again this year.

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