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BCE Inc. (BCE.TO)

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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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COMMENT

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Sep 22, 2011
An OK buy. If you look at the 3 telcos, this one has the highest yield but also the highest multiple. Feels there is a little bit better long-term growth with Rogers.
Photo of Don LatoDon Lato
No
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$38.04

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$32.79

As of Sep 04, 2026. Market Open.

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BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Sep 21, 2011
This is an “okay” buy. Looking at the Canadian 3 telcos, this one has the highest yield but also has the highest multiple. Prefers Rogers (RCI.B-T) because of better long-term growth. Sacrificing yield now but with the potential of bigger yields down the road.
Photo of Don LatoDon Lato
No
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$38.04

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$32.79

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BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Sep 20, 2011
Increasing smart phones, which is the driver of all wireless business. It is relatively fully valued but he sees earnings growth and dividend growth, so if you want a good solid dividend payer, you will also get some dividend growth. They are doing a good job.
Photo of Lorne SteinbergLorne SteinbergUnlock Rating
$38.15

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$32.79

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telephone utilities
BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Sep 14, 2011
An attractive opportunity here. A de facto utility. Much better balance sheet, free cash flow, better dividend increases compared to utilities but are trading at 12-13 times earnings. Could get into the $40 range if people continue to be nervous and are looking for defensive stocks. (See Top Picks.)
Photo of Barry SchwartzBarry Schwartz
Owned
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$38.71

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$32.79

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DON'T BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Sep 08, 2011
6.46% strip bonds expiring May 2042? Normally he does not give money longer than 7 years because the business cycle is 3-4 years. You not getting paid enough to extend that far out. He owns 2016 bonds.
Photo of Paul Gardner, CFAPaul Gardner, CFA
Owned
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$38.80

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$32.79

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telephone utilities
TOP PICK

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Sep 07, 2011
(A Top Pick Feb 15/11. Up 12.72%.) Yielding 5.5%. Have done a great job of cutting costs. Well run with a well rounded management team.
Photo of John O'Connell, CFAJohn O'Connell, CFA
Owned
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$38.65

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$32.79

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PAST TOP PICK

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Aug 19, 2011
(A Top Pick Aug 6/10. Up 25.3%.) Fits his pattern of a good large-cap company that pays a good dividend and willing to increase dividends.
Photo of David CockfieldDavid Cockfield
Owned
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$38.24

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$32.79

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telephone utilities
BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Aug 18, 2011
Great dividend. Very steady cash flow. Have done a great job in restructuring. Telecom is a sector where he would be buying stocks right now.
Photo of David BurrowsDavid Burrows
Owned
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$38.11

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$32.79

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telephone utilities
TOP PICK

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Aug 11, 2011
Raised its dividend 6 times over the last 2.5 years. Very strong free cash flow. Smart phones are very positive for all telcos. Trade at 12X earnings, which is very reasonable.
Photo of Barry SchwartzBarry Schwartz
Owned
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$37.79

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$32.79

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telephone utilities
PAST TOP PICK

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Aug 09, 2011
(Top Pick Apr 11/11, Up 4.54% total return) Still likes the story. Management done a good job of managing its costs. Recent acquisitions are working out quite well. Investors should have a lot of these high yielding stocks.
Photo of John O'Connell, CFAJohn O'Connell, CFA
Owned
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$37.16

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$32.79

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telephone utilities
COMMENT

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Aug 04, 2011
Floating Rate Preferreds series A.I. Just got a notice they can be converted to a new series AJ. Should I convert? Every 5 years, is give the option of going to fixed or floating. These rates will be bumped down to 4.5% or you can convert to the J series, which is a floating rate at 100% prime. He doesn't see rates rising anytime soon.
Photo of Randy LeClairRandy LeClairUnlock Rating
$36.13

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$32.79

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BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Aug 02, 2011
Thinks this is down generally because of the market malaise. Doing an excellent job of becoming more efficient and competitive. Expects there will be no dividend cut, but gradual dividend increases.
Photo of Michael DecterMichael Decter
No
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$36.06

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$32.79

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COMMENT

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Jul 20, 2011
Good for preservation of capital and income? Consensus target on the telcos is not very positive but this one, plus the dividend, as the best total return, excluding perhaps Shaw (SHR.B-T). Dividend will be safe. Growth will be limited but will probably be 5% a year.
Photo of Peter BriegerPeter BriegerUnlock Rating
$37.56

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$32.79

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BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Jul 15, 2011
Comfortable with this one here, partly because of its 5.5% dividend. Has increased the dividend at quite a clip over the last 3 years. Will continue to struggle with wire line negative growth but well-positioned in the growing smart phone market.
Photo of Laura WallaceLaura Wallace
Owned
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$38.12

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$32.79

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DON'T BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Jul 14, 2011
Has had a great run and is around because of the dividend. Management did a great job wringing out costs. Getting growth in wireless, but landlines is a pretty dead business. Fully valued.
Photo of Lorne SteinbergLorne Steinberg
No
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$38.05

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$32.79

As of Sep 04, 2026. Market Open.

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