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Verizon Communications (VZ)

44.87

-1.78 (3.82%)

as of Jun 4, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.

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Jun 4, 2026, 12:00 am

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.

Consensus

mixed

Valuation

fair value

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BUY

It has the perfect meld of both wireline and they have the best cell phone network in the US. Yield is just under 4%.

HOLD

Wireless has been the one bright spot in technology over the last 2 years. Pretty stable.

TOP PICK

The drought in telecom spending is coming to an end. Great earnings track record.

BUY

Likes the stock in the tech sector. A very large company. They have the wireless business. Growth is great and they have been underestimated for many years. Good long-term potential.

BUY

3 good reasons to buy are strong dividends, coming off the bottom, and US currency devaluation. Had been oversold. Very steady revenues. Limited growth.

DON'T BUY

Not particularly cheap/attractive.

DON'T BUY

Yield is close to 5%. At a 52-week low. Their model price is $28.80 so the stock is overvalued. Earnings have been steadily falling.

DON'T BUY

Hit a 52-week low. Yield of 5%. Prefers to own stronger stocks. Business on wire-line is deteriorating.

PAST TOP PICK

(Was a top pick Jul 17/03. Down 1%.) Was picked as a dividend play. Yield is 4.3%. Fundamentals of telecoms are not that great and they would not be buyers at this time.

BUY

Generates tremendous amounts of free cash flow, which bodes well for the dividend story.Focused on paying down debt.4% dividend.Wireless is producing top and bottom-line growth.

BUY

Nice dividend. Competition could be a problem. Very cheap. Trades at 10/12 X next years earnings.

TOP PICK

(Was a top pick on May 23/03. Down 2.4%.) Phone companies are suffering from competition. Cheap. 4.25% cash yield.

BUY

Ranks in the top third of their database model. ROE = 22 and PE = 14. Appears to be a shift in the telecom stocks in the US. Watch it carefully.

TOP PICK

4% dividend yield. Have dropped their price on internet access and are taking market share from the cable companies.

BUY

Very cheap. 7.8% dividend which should be safe.

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