TSE:BCE

BCE Inc. (BCE.TO)

30.51
-0.05 (0.15%)
as of Jul 2, 2026, 4:37:03 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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HOLD
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.
RISKY
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.
DON'T BUY
Vs. Bonds. Is the stock the best play or the bonds? Stock was a pretty good play earlier in the year. Not all the bonds are going to be called. If you have the risk, play the stock. Don’t buy the bonds expecting them to be called.
RISKY
Stock is where it is because of uncertainty based on Royal Bank of Scotland coming under scrutiny. Downside is to about $25 before it closes.
BUY
If deal is not done it will re-instate dividend right away. Very little downside. 60% change of deal going through.
DON'T BUY
Never thought the deal would go through – didn’t think the deal was financable. Still doesn’t think that city-group, the lead financier, can go through with the deal with something on the other side. Wife is a teacher and things teacher is paying way too much.
HOLD
Thinks deal will close but may be delayed. Impressed with managers. Bullish on this stock. After stabilizing the asset, they may have to build out to convert to GSM.
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Sept 12/07. Flat) Believes deal will still get done. The banks can still come up with the capital.
N/A
Funding coming from different banks and some may re-assess their position or pricing. Deal will probably go through, based on information give to us.
HOLD
Believe both parties want to do the deal but there are a lot of changes going on. Not a total certainty, which is why it is trading where it is. Would hesitate about buying this.
TOP PICK
Will close at $42.75 in December. Traditional players are out of the market. Arbitrage players had to sell holdings to cover Shorts so this was a good one because of liquidity. Deal spread has now gone to 24%-25%. If the deal does not go through, the stock is worth $30. 10% to 20% of losing, but an 80% chance of making it.
BUY
Deal will close on December 11 at $42.75. Prices come off the stock because of leveraged people having to raise cash. CitiGroup (C-N) will be able to come up with its share of the financing. You will make a 20% return in 3 months.
DON'T BUY
Pressure is certainly on the Teachers Federation if they want to go through with the deal. If they're going to get funding, at what cost and at what price. This is why the stock has been dropping.
HOLD
95% certain that the deal will still go through. He wouldn't Buy at the current price.
COMMENT
Discounted because of concerns of Merrill Lynch (MER-N) being taken out. There is always a risk until the deal is done. Even if it doesn't go through, he is holding his stock because there will be more to come.
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