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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COMMENT
Now in a range where you can look at it from a fundamental perspective. Telcos is not a sector he wants to be in right now. There is potential for this company in this price range.
TOP PICK
On a standalone basis, it is a turnaround story. New management. Lots of cost cutting. Great balance sheet. Recently increased dividends and they are buying back stock.
BUY
When it had the selloff after the deal cracked, the stock found its footing. This is a defensive position that you get paid to hold. Dividend is safe.
BUY
With the new management, she is hoping they will make some changes that will increase the dividends over time and more cost cutting.
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Feb 6/08. Down 26.7%.) Had believed the deal was going to go through. Going forward, it's a stronger company. If you are looking for a long-term dividend growth company valuations are not bad on this. Hold.
DON'T BUY
His value on this company is around $24. It is where it is because of its safe haven nature. 5.8% dividend is safe. May implement some kind of share replacement program.
TOP PICK
Would prefer it under $24. Have lots of cash. Think they are back to being competitive.
TOP PICK
In this environment, you want something with a great balance sheet, very defensive business mix and options to enhance share value. Have about $3 billion in cash. Doing share buybacks and increasing dividends but thinks there is more to come after the February shareholder meeting.
BUY
(Market Call Minute.) Corporate Bonds. Likes the new management and the way they are cutting costs.
COMMENT
Hasn't been a fan but it started looking attractive in the low $20's. Fixed phone lines is a weak and dying business but their wireless side is doing quite nicely. Cutting costs. Yield is good for income investors but wouldn't buy for growth.
COMMENT
Now that the deal has fallen through, will dividends be retroactive? During negotiations, dividends were suspended for 2/4 but no mention of them being reinstated yet. Using some of their cash to buy back stock.
TOP PICK
Trading close to its book value. Reinstated a very nice dividend, which makes it more attractive than most of the other utility stocks.
TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Dec 27/07. Down 36%.) New strategy cut a ton of costs and a lot of management layers. Earnings numbers will offset some of the slowdown in wire line business. Looking for stronger earnings growth than the market is expecting.
BUY
Thinks the dividend will be reasonable and stable. Consider this as a Buy & Hold utility with stable income at this point.
TOP PICK
A steady Eddie in recessionary times. May be trading as low as 6 X earnings. Earnings are very inexpensive. The capacity to increase the dividend is extraordinary.
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