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BCE Inc. (BCE.TO)
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BCE Inc. (BCE.TO)

34.29
-0.20 (0.58%)
as of Jun 11, 2026, 8:00:01 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 telecom sector, including competitive pressures and a recent dividend cut of 56%. Many analysts view the company as more of an income story rather than a growth story, highlighting its potential for stability and yield in a defensive portfolio. Investors have mixed opinions on whether to hold or sell the stock, with some considering it a buying opportunity due to its attractive yield of around 5-5.7%. There are ongoing concerns regarding valuation and competition, particularly against emerging players like Starlink and Freedom Mobile. While a turnaround strategy focusing on fiber and AI initiatives has been initiated, the overall outlook for BCE remains cautious as it navigates these industry hurdles.

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Hold
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Fair Value
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DON'T BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Nov 25, 2008
Speculation. Not sure if you should be contemplating a position at this time. Believes the deal should go through. If the deal fails, you could pick shares up at probably $10 below the current price.
Photo of Michael SmedleyMichael Smedley
Owned
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$38.35

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$34.31

As of Jun 12, 2026. Market Open.

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TOP PICK

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Nov 25, 2008
Every bank in the consortium has been government guaranteed, which he thinks means the deal absolutely closes.
Photo of Bruce Campbell (1)Bruce Campbell (1)
Owned
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$38.35

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$34.31

As of Jun 12, 2026. Market Open.

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COMMENT

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Nov 21, 2008
Tough call. A lot of people think the deal will happen. She has stayed away from this one. If the deal did not go through, it would be a good buying opportunity. New management has already begun restructuring.
Photo of Veronika HirschVeronika Hirsch
No
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$34.55

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$34.31

As of Jun 12, 2026. Market Open.

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COMMENT

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Nov 20, 2008
Very difficult call. Some concern about the deal going through and CitiGroup’s ability to hold up their end. Others feel that because of a signed agreement it will go through. He will continue holding to see what happens.
Photo of Michael Simpson, CFAMichael Simpson, CFA
Owned
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$35.52

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$34.31

As of Jun 12, 2026. Market Open.

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BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Nov 19, 2008
His view is that the deal is going to go through at $42.75 on Dec 12. Doesn't understand why it continues to trade at this attractive discount. If the deal fails, you still end up with a much stronger company and management team. He is continuing to Buy.
Photo of Andrew Guy, CFAAndrew Guy, CFA
Owned
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$36.50

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$34.31

As of Jun 12, 2026. Market Open.

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DON'T BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Nov 11, 2008
Deal is still not a sure thing. Getting better as it gets closer. This is not an investment decision but is a gamble. Where he would buy is if the deal actually collapsed. In this case, they would reinstate the dividend as well.
Photo of Norman LevineNorman Levine
No
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$37.90

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$34.31

As of Jun 12, 2026. Market Open.

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COMMENT

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Nov 07, 2008
He has not been courageous enough to own this. If the deal were to crater, it would probably fall down to $30 or the high $20's. If you own and are ahead, he would be tempted to take the money. He guesses there is a 70% or 80% that the deal gets closed.
Photo of Michael DecterMichael Decter
No
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$37.28

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$34.31

As of Jun 12, 2026. Market Open.

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BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Nov 06, 2008
Thinks the deal will go through. The rate at which banks lend to each other keeps going down, which means the ability of the banks to fund the deal becomes more likely and profitable.
Photo of David BaskinDavid Baskin
Owned
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$36.49

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$34.31

As of Jun 12, 2026. Market Open.

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COMMENT

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Nov 05, 2008
Thinks the deal will go through. Weaker Cdn$ will also help. Probabilities are on your side.
Photo of Paul Harris, CFAPaul Harris, CFA
No
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Stock price when the opinion was issued

$34.31

As of Jun 12, 2026. Market Open.

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TOP PICK

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Nov 05, 2008
There is very little probability that the deal will not go through for $42.75.
Photo of Jim HuangJim Huang
Owned
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$35.48

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$34.31

As of Jun 12, 2026. Market Open.

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HOLD

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Oct 31, 2008
The question is whether the deal closes or not. He favours the view that it will happen. If it doesn't, you get a bit of settling back of the price and then you probably get some dividend restoration.
Photo of Michael SmedleyMichael Smedley
Owned
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$35.03

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$34.31

As of Jun 12, 2026. Market Open.

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COMMENT

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Oct 23, 2008
The weaker Cdn$ means the US banks involved will have to access less US$ but won't be the critical factor on whether the deal is done or not. The major players say the deal will be done and he feels the same.
Photo of Bill MacLachlanBill MacLachlan
Owned
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$35.10

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$34.31

As of Jun 12, 2026. Market Open.

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DON'T BUY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Oct 15, 2008
If something you own is not behaving the way it should, then you are missing something. At this point you are speculating. The market is telling you something else. If this deal gets done you wills see a lot of money pulled out of the preferreds and into the bank preferreds.
Photo of David BurrowsDavid BurrowsUnlock Rating
$32.49

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$34.31

As of Jun 12, 2026. Market Open.

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HOLD

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Oct 15, 2008
She sold about 2/3’rds of position. Hold unless big position, in which case sell. Thinks the deal will get done, but the question is price.
Photo of Laura WallaceLaura Wallace
Owned
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$32.49

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$34.31

As of Jun 12, 2026. Market Open.

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RISKY

BCE Inc.(BCE.TO)

Oct 09, 2008
When dividend stopped that really hurt. City Group could come back and ask to revise the rules again. Situation has changed so much since this deal went down. Would not short sell BCE. Deal could go through at a lower price.
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$34.00

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$34.31

As of Jun 12, 2026. Market Open.

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