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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BUY
Has had a nice run, recovering some of pain from unwinding from teachers deal. Great dividend and company is committed to raising it. Lots of free cash flow. This is a good dividend yield play to be in.
TOP PICK
Preferred 4.35% series AG. A perpetual preferred, meaning it can run forever. Trading below its par of $25 at around $17.40. Current yield is over 6%.
BUY
Earnings growth is probably high single digit. Very nice yield at 5.8%.
HOLD
Likes Rogers better. But they have stable cash flow, so much free cash flow. Telcos are not a growth story but a dividend story. BCE will have to increase dividends over the years. Wait for another 10-15%. They are under levered.
BUY
A safe place to park your money and gives a 6% yield. Expects earnings will grow 10% a year. Likes the space and thinks there will be dividend growth.
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Dec 2/08. Down 7%.) Picked as a low volatility with some value for a defensive play. 5.8% yield. Thinks the dividend will go up.
COMMENT
Strip bonds. Q: When should they get to Par since the company is doing okay? A: Zero discount bonds are issued at a deep discount when bonds are actually stripped so all you are really buying is a cash flow out in the future. Without knowing terms, you have to hold a while before getting back to par.
COMMENT
Getting more competition. Recent earnings were down. Sleepy conservative company at 11X PE. Will be able to maintain the dividend. 13% ROE. Okay if you want dividends but better choices for growth.
HOLD
Just reported and had a pretty good earnings report. If you own this for the yield, you should be fine. Looks interesting and the new team seems to be doing the right thing.
COMMENT
(Market Call Minute.) Pays a good distribution. Biggest danger is that landlines are not the thing of the future and revenue will gradually decline over time.
BUY
Solid dividend of 6.3%. iPhones are now available to Bell subscribers, which should be positive for them. Diversified with home phones, satellite television, etc.
HOLD
(Market Call Minute) Likes Rogers better. Nice dividend yield, 14% free cash flow. Over the longer term it is going to go higher.
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick May 8/09. Up 16.4%.) Would still buy.
TOP PICK
Good dividend of which he thinks will be maintained regardless. More aggressive management.
PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Nov 26/08. Up 7.7%.) Was in conservative stocks at that time but has now sold all his holdings.

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