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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PAST TOP PICK
March 9,2009 Recommended at 24.14 the only think you could recommend in those days. A safe bet.
BUY
His average purchase price is at $26. The company is right across Canada so it's not exposed in any particular market. The management is new, and is doing an extremely good job. Just increased the dividend, just under 6%.
BUY
Good performer, since teacher deal fell through. Likes what they are doing. Focused on raising dividend. Hype about new entrants is overdone.
TOP PICK
Lots of telecoms try to be internet and media companies. After 2002 they sold off a lot of assets that they bought. Now things are going back to more normalized levels. Paying down debt and lots of cash flow and great dividend.
BUY
He prefers Rogers and Shaw. Sole reason for owning BCE is the dividend. Modest capital gains from here. Reasonable minimum downside. At some point he thinks they and Telus will spin off wireless.
WEAK BUY
Likes – it’s a full position. It is a communications pipeline. Done a great job of returning capital to shareholders. Great cash flow. It’s sleepy but it pays a nice dividend. It’s an ok buy in this range. Their wireless business is ok and they are smart.
BUY
Has always been the “steady Eddie” type company. Upgraded wireless system last year and that should add more of a spin to their mobile area. Good dividend yield.
BUY ON WEAKNESS
Hold for dividend. Some chance of capital appreciation. Would look to buy at a lower price.
TOP PICK
Blew away the street with their wireless edition in the last quarter. Will have $2 billion of free cash flow. Earnings from operations that are not needed for capital expenditures will be given back to shareholders. Has been raising its dividend regularly. Trading at about 10X earnings.
DON'T BUY
Outlook is relatively stable. Had a nice move off the bottom. Sold his holdings last year when it ran up. Problem is there is no real growth. Wire line is not growing at all.
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Jan 22/09. Up 10.1%.) Sold it at $27-$28 when it was fully valued. Company faces some challenges.
TOP PICK
4.35% Series AG. Preferreds generally are trading higher than corporates right now as well as having tax advantages.
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Jan 23/09. Up 18.34%.)
BUY
Should be happy with 6% dividend. Is moving more global with Email and Blackberry.
WEAK BUY
Equivalent of a long-term bond with a 6.23% yield. Earnings growth is pretty mediocre.
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