TSE:BCE

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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Cautious
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PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Oct 26/09. Up 35.03%.)
BUY
Continues to hold it. One of the attractions is the huge cash flow that comes through it. Expects further dividend increases.
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Aug 7/09. Up 37.1%.)
BUY ON WEAKNESS
Has done well and has had a great year. Wouldn't be piling his money into it but would Buy on dips. Expecting the dividend to go higher.
TOP PICK
Probably not a lot of growth but what is really key is that these companies wanted to be Internet companies, made acquisitions, and then sold them all and have now reverted to being a utility. Throwing off lots of free cash. Great dividend.
DON'T BUY
Moderately negative on the telecom sector. These guys did a good job of cost cutting and generating free cash flow. Attractive yield. And free cash flow used to increase dividends, so money gravitated here. With increasing competition, she sees limited capital gains. Moderate increases in dividend in the future.
COMMENT
Wouldn't Buy this for growth. If you are buying for yield and plan to hold it in your portfolio for a long time, that's how he would use it. 5.7% dividend.
HOLD
If you want secure income, this is good with the yield of 5.7%. Expect modest capital gains of 2%-4% a year giving a total return of 8%-9%.
TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Aug 7/09. Up 33.5%.) Originally bought as a dividend stock, but new management is getting their act together and will become much more competitive. Increased dividends twice in the last 6 to 9 months and expects this to continue.
COMMENT
Had reached a 52 week high and had upped their dividends twice so he sold his holdings. There is a rumour of a 3rd dividend increase but if there is one, he expects it will be fairly minor. If you want this strictly for yield, it is okay.
TOP PICK
4.35% Series AG Preferred. Decent yield for a leading telecommunications company in Canada. You could do better holding the common, but he likes the fact that you are paid before the common. You get extra yield over Rogers and Telus.
COMMENT
The whole telecom space is getting more competitive with wireless. Wire line business is declining so they need growth in wireless to offset that. Have done a great job in cost cutting. Solid long-term hold if you're looking for income.
PAST TOP PICK
(Top Pick Aug 7/09, Up 32% Total Return) Core holding. Not adding to it. It is not that exciting any more. Would sell at $35.
BUY
Strong dividend yield. Very defensive in this kind of a market. Moved up a little higher than he thought it would have been the last 6 months. Good dividend yield.
DON'T BUY
Consensus target is about $32.10 so very little potential capital gain. 5% plus yield. Increasing competition in telecoms, cable TV, etc. Will clear out any from accounts he manages.
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