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This summary was created by AI, based on 82 opinions in the last 12 months.
Telus Corp (T-T) is currently facing a challenging environment characterized by intense competition, high debt levels, and concerns over its substantial dividend yield, which has elicited fears of potential cuts. Many experts highlight the company's recent lower performance, positioning it as a utility rather than a growth stock, with the current yield exceeding 9%. Despite the bleak outlook, some analysts maintain a positive stance on the company's long-term potential, driven by asset monetization and a focus on growth in digital and healthcare services. However, doubts about sustainable earnings growth persist, and while there is a consensus that the dividend may be maintained, many question its long-term viability amid elevated payout ratios and fiscal constraints. A new CEO has been appointed, raising expectations for management changes that could reshape the company's future.
Telus vs. Bell He owns and likes both equally. Telus has less competition out west, so they enjoy a duopoly with Shaw. Telus has grown its subscriber base well. They will spin off their international division, maybe next year, and they made an acquisition in Germany. A great capital allocator. Bell has the media side, which distinguishes it from Telus. You can buy either now.
T-T, BCE-T, RCI.B-T, SJR.B-T. Telecom is the sector he is the most bullish on. It's his biggest position. It is the sector that is the most resilient. Online traffic has increased dramatically. T-T would not be the top of his telecom list. He would prefer SJR.B-T, BCE-T, and RCI.B-T because of their media businesses.
Telecoms? Rogers is an interesting name. He owns BCE instead. A push for lower cell phone rates along with greater investment in 5G networks are key headwinds in this sector. Telcoms will face a lot spending to build up 5G, which will impact the financials for the next few years. He likes the dividend they pay, however. If your time horizon is long, then holding is fine.
He likes the wireless companies in Canada. T-T has probably been the most disciplined. Media have not made the desired returns for the competitors. He reduced exposure, selling RCI.B-T due to the 5 G roll-out.