NYSE:VZ

Verizon Communications (VZ)

44.87
-1.78 (3.82%)
as of Jun 4, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.
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This summary was created by AI, based on 6 opinions in the last 12 months.

Verizon Communications (VZ-N) has recently made headlines with the appointment of a new CEO, which has translated into a notable 18.6% increase in share prices over the past six months. Despite this positive momentum, there are mixed opinions on the stock's future performance, particularly in light of recent earnings reports which were said to be spectacular but may not be indicative of sustainable growth. Experts caution about external factors like the global memory chip shortage affecting revenues, with some suggesting it might be wise to take profits while still enjoying the healthy 6.7% dividend. There is a prevailing sentiment that VZ operates a steady, bond-like presence in the market; however, several experts point out a lack of growth potential, arguing that long-term investors should focus on growth rather than just income. Overall, VZ appears to be seen as a safe, income-generating investment, but one that might lack the excitement of significant upward mobility.

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mixed
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fair value
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HOLD
Good company, pays dividend, Premier operator in wireless industry.
BUY
This has been his favourite telephone play for some time. Have had the guts to invest 18-19 billion in fibre to the home in the US. They are also the best and fastest growing in wireless.
BUY
In the telecom sector, this would appeal to him the most because of its growth potential. Currently in the midst of spending up to $19 billion to take fibre right to your home. In the long run, this will enable them to offer all kinds of products at the competition will not be able to do.
HOLD
An interesting space with a lot of challenges coming at it. Feels the Internet will be pushing all the telephone companies pretty hard at some point. Probably can't go too far wrong holding this.
BUY
Spending a lot on putting fibre into homes giving huge bandwidth. 4.3% dividend. Prefers this to Canadian Telcos. The leading edge Telco in North America.
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Jan 25/06. Up 27.4%.) Spun out their directory business, which would be another $2 of valuation. 4.2% yield. Getting closer to a fuller valuation but he is still buying.
BUY
Really likes some of the US telephone service providers. There is a rebuilding going on at the network level that will allow the telecom service providers to charge more for the services and sell different types of services. There is also new content being pushed through the pipes.
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Nov 2/06. Up 4.5%.) He would have exited at $34 for a loss if he had owned. Still likes the sector and might consider getting into it.
DON'T BUY
The model price is $30.51, giving a negative 16% differential.
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Jan 25/06. Up 20.6%.) Actually up more than that as they spun out their directory division which would have added another $0.50/$0.75 to the stock. Good dividend yield. Likes US telephone prospects better than Canadian.
DON'T BUY
Would not own any of the handset providers. Prefers the service providers.
TOP PICK
Designed for a very short-term trade. Looking for $3 and the downside might be $.50. Has been on a fairly good upward trend. Had a drop in the last few days.
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick July 11/06. Up 11.7%.) Good dividend. Earnings were a little disappointing so stock dropped which gives a great opportunity to buy more. Good for long-term investors. The most profitable and best run wireless.
PAST TOP PICK
It has increased 15-16%. It has the highest yield in the group. It has growth prospects that other companies don't have. They are putting fiber-optics in the homes.
HOLD
The risk is that they will have to spend a lot upgrading because of competition. This will hurt short-term profitability. They are doing a decent job and buying the right assets to make sure they’ve got a strong business. Probably some upside still.
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