TSE:BCE

BCE Inc. (BCE.TO)

30.37
-0.18 (0.59%)
as of Jul 2, 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 faced significant challenges in the competitive telecommunications landscape, leading to a recent dividend cut of 56% aimed at funding growth and restructuring efforts, particularly in the AI data center infrastructure sector. Many experts recognize the company's dividend as relatively safe and attractive, citing a yield of around 5%, which is appealing for income-focused investors. However, they caution that the core business is under pressure due to intense competition, and prospects for capital appreciation may be limited in the near term. Some analysts suggest that BCE's strategic moves, including investments in the U.S. and advancements in fiber technology, could lead to long-term benefits, but a turnaround in share price may take time. Overall, while some see potential for stabilization and gradual growth, the general sentiment leans towards caution, with many preferring to approach BCE as a defensive income play rather than a growth stock.

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TOP PICK
Defensive. 5.5% yield. Increased dividend consistently over the years. The big 3 offer the same services so why not go with the highest dividend. Management exercising its business plan very, very well.
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Feb 8/10. Up 36.77%.)
BUY
Could be range bound but has had quite a nice move up. Telecom sector has been very strong. Very attractive dividend yield.
COMMENT
Sees more upside in it. Hard to balance how much competitive risk there is in the wireless space as new technologies come in. There could be price competition form a more aggressive Telus (T-T), Rogers (RCI.B-T0, Shaw (SJR.B-T), etc.
HOLD
Has been a terrific investment since 08. Excellent yields.
DON'T BUY
Valuation is a little stretched. Very good management. Shareholder friendly and boosted dividends 6 times in the last 2 years. Rogers (RCI.B-T) represents a much better opportunity.
HOLD
Great dividend of over 5% that is projected to grow by 7% per year over the next 3 years. Acquisition of CTV was good.
HOLD
Has had a good run in the last half of the year. Attractive dividend yield. Prefers Rogers (RCI.B-T).
BUY
A core holding. Nice increase recently. Not without its challenges industry wise. Nice dividend.
HOLD
Strong Upward trend. Support at around $26 and $31. Great dividend. Based on what he expects form the market in the next 3 or 4 years, this is probably a good core holding.
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Jan 18/10. Up 35.31%. ) Still likes and at a good level to Buy. Should get a decent return.
BUY
In his lower and higher yield portfolios. Likes the business. Preferred over T-T
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Dec 21/09. Up 32.41%.) Good solid company. New management. Good yield.
COMMENT
If you want a stable capital position, this is OK. Gives a 5.1% yield but probably not much capital gain. If you want gain, consider Rogers (RCI.B-T) or Telus (T-T). (He owns none of these.)
BUY
Relative under penetration on the wireless side, compared to its peers, has been increasing. Very shareholder friendly. Just increased dividends. Expects Buy-Backs and increases to dividends will continue.
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