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Telus Corp (T.TO)

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-0.28 (1.72%)
as of Jun 24, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.
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This summary was created by AI, based on 81 opinions in the last 12 months.

Experts have mixed opinions on Telus Corp (T-T), with many expressing concerns about its high dividend yield, which they believe may not be sustainable in the long term. There are worries about the company's significant debt and the saturation in the telecom market, which limits growth potential. The recent appointment of a new CEO has generated hopes for management changes and potential optimization of the balance sheet, including possible dividend cuts, which could improve financial flexibility. Despite these concerns, Telus is often viewed as a solid long-term hold for income-focused investors, with analysts noting its defensive characteristics in a challenging economic climate. Some consider its current valuation appealing, suggesting that it may present an opportunity for investors looking to accumulate shares at a lower price point.

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Hold
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Fair Value
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COMMENT

BCE vs T Both operate in a regulated industry that allows above normal margins. Consumers are cutting cords and there is push back on cell phone bills. You are probably better owing a US telecom company instead. He prefers Shaw or AT&T.

HOLD

A lot like the other telecoms there is relatively low growth, T-T pays a good dividend. He owns BCE-T instead. Valuations are on the upper end of the band for both these. You could expect 3-5% increases in share price plus the dividend. Yield 4.6%

PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Jul 09/19, Down 0.3%) It’s not a short term investment. The next resistance is at $50. Doesn’t seem any weakness here. Would continue to hold it.
DON'T BUY

Great company for the long term. If you are looking for more upside there are different places to look. Vodafone just announced they are going to spin out tower and the stock jumped almost 10% today. Would recommend AT&T if you are looking for more yield. Generally the dividend yields on Canadian telcos is quite low relative to other parts of the world.

HOLD
Telcos are pretty defensive, so he wouldn't be too concerned in a recession. But, do you put new money in right now? It's not cheap, but a great dividend that's expected to grow. If you own it, he wouldn't add more, but you can sell calls on it for a nice second stream of income.
BUY ON WEAKNESS

Telus vs Rogers? He prefers neither. The valuation is too rich. He sold his Rogers around $72. He would prefer Telus as it is more diversified and does not have the struggles of content issues. He would actually buy Shaw instead as they enter the wireless space. He would buy all three on weakness, but enter Shaw today.

WEAK BUY
The Canadian telcos offer 1-3% growth + 5% dividend yield. The sector has done okay this year as people seek safety and yield. You can hold this for the dividend.
COMMENT

It's OK, but he prefers BCE. BCE is more of a national company, whereas Telus is focused in the west.

TOP PICK
It's had two tests of support (200-week moving average) around $44. It's showing higher highs and higher lows. It could push up to $50. The risk is up, not down though it could take time. (Analysts’ price target is $52.87)
HOLD
Likes it. Yield is 4.64%, with growth of 4-5%. Beta is 0.71. Lower volatility. (Analysts’ price target is $52.87)
BUY
This has been a dividend play for years. They did a really great job of growing it over time. The defensive sectors are very expensive. Telecoms have that group risk built into them. But he prefers to focus on stocks that have a higher divined growth rate. The total return over the next few years should be pretty decent.
COMMENT
Given the lower rates offered to consumers by Canadian telcos. Investors think the rate cuts (unlimited rates for broadband) it'll cut into their profitablility, but this model has existed in the US for a long time and the American carriers are still very successful. The Canadian telcos needed to correct its offerings to consumers in this way. He prefers Rogers, whose stock has performed a little better. Bell is spending more in laying fibre, while Rogers is spending on 5G.
DON'T BUY
It's overvalued relative to its earnings. $38.50 is his model price, far below its current price. Pays a 4.26% yield. Telus can cover its dividend, but it is way too expensive. He would buy at $40, not now.
HOLD
Like it. Could have bought Corus Entertainment. Relatively low growth but a safe dividend.
BUY
He thinks in a lower interest rate environment, should see some stock appreciation. This is a good name to own.
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