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Verizon Communications (VZ)

43.10

+0.63 (1.48%)

as of Jul 15, 2026, 2:26:34 pm Market Open.

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Jul 15, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 7 opinions in the last 12 months.

Verizon Communications (VZ-N) has had a mixed reception among experts, with discussions centered around its current financial performance and outlook. The stock is currently down 6.5% due to a restructuring charge, presenting an opportunity for value investors, especially with a robust dividend yield of around 6.5% to 6.7%. However, despite these dividends, concerns about the company's growth prospects have been raised, particularly in light of strong quarterly revenues that may not be sustainable amid industry challenges, including a global memory chip shortage affecting technology companies. The recent appointment of a new CEO has stirred some optimism, leading to an 18.6% rise in shares over the past six months, but the overall sentiment remains cautious, with some suggesting a need to take profits while maintaining a position for consistent income. Many experts agree that while VZ-N acts like a bond due to its steady income stream, it lacks significant growth potential.

Consensus

Mixed

Valuation

Fair Value

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BUY

It beat revenues and met earnings today, but shares are falling today. Trades at an 11x PE. Revenues will grow at 9%. Really likes it. Now is the time to buy. Market sentiment today is to blame.

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TOP PICK

It's been struggling. If it returns to $48, it would buy even more. He models $59, or 12% upside. It pays a 4.78% dividend. (Analysts’ price target is $59.91)

BUY

Outsized dividend. With rising rates, it loses some of its appeal, as other offerings will compete. As a core holding, it has long-term legs in the telecom market. No problems owning it.

DON'T BUY

Broadly speaking, USA companies not as good investment as Canadian competitors. Divided strong that should increase. Does not see growth in USA telecom space. Rising interest rates will be hard for dividend stocks.

BUY

Kinda boring, a good, long-term stock. Pays a 4.8% dividend, trading at 8x earnings which should grow around 3-5%. It doesn't matter what happens to interest rates or Russia. Verizon will be fine.

DON'T BUY

It pays a large dividend, so it's attractive to dividend investors. However, the share price has tumbled recently which cancels that out. VZ has some legs in terms of capital, because they're involved in the 5G roll-out, but competition will eat into margins, namely AT&T but they cut their own dividend. In this environment, he passes on dividend payers and buys share-price growers instead.

DON'T BUY

They report Wednesday. He wants to know about new subscriptions. He still won't buy it--just because the stock may have bottomed, doesn't mean it's worth buying. Buy if it goes higher and he doesn't see a catalyst here.

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PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick Jan 12/21, Down 10.4%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly Our PAST TOP PICK with VZ has triggered its stop at $51. To remain disciplined, we recommend covering the position at this time. We will continue to monitor its progress.

DON'T BUY

Would stay away from traditional telecom companies. This industry was the worst performing sector of all time. There has been a tremendous destruction of profitability in this industry. Terrestrial communication through cable is easier than satellite. Mobile is more part of what people want to do. A completely commoditized product so people are not loyal to companies. Need differentiation. Not high quality companies.

HOLD

Conservative income play. Expects dividend to grow modestly over the next few years. Valuation is fair. Great for cashflow. 5G would be a catalyst, though it will be outpaced by the S&P at this part of the cycle. Dividend is fantastic, at about 4.5%.

DON'T BUY

A slow grower, 3-4% per year projected. Maybe their 5G investments will pay off, but it's risky. Trades at 11x earnings and pays a good 4.5% dividend, so those are pluses. VZ is not on his radar.

DON'T BUY

They report Wednesday. Will this stock ever move up? It's stuck and feels more like a bond, than stock. He expects nothing new. He prefers T-Mobil.

BUY

He prefers T-Mobile and is doing better than Verizon, but he's always recommended Verizon and continues to.

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TOP PICK

Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly VZ is a defensive stock that pays you to hold it with a great dividend, backed by a payout ratio of only 56%. The company provides internet, cable and phone services -- all of which are deemed essential in today's world. It has already been launching 5G giving it an early advantage over competitors like AT&T. We would buy this with a stop-loss of $51, looking to achieve $67 -- upside of over 17%. Yield 4.37% (Analysts’ price target is $62.06)

BUY

It shouldn't be down. Pays a 4% and offers a good balance sheet. Just reported better-than-expected earnings.

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