Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ)
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- symbol VZ
- Rev/Share 32.6693
- Book/Share 24.9979
- PB 2.0117
- Debt/Equity 1.9203
- CurrentRatio 0.9127
- ROIC 0.0622
- MktCap 209500549319.0
- FreeCF/Share 4.6775
- PFCF 10.5883
- PE 12.2363
- Debt/Assets 0.4962
- DivYield 0.0551
- ROE 0.1662
- Rating B+
- Score 3
- Recommendation Neutral
- P/E Score 3
- DCF Score 4
- P/B Score 3
- D/E Score 1
Recent Analyst Ratings
| Type | Ticker | Analyst Firm | Previous Rating | Current Rating | Previous Price Target | Current Price Target | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upgrade | VZ | Daiwa Securities | Outperform | Buy | -- | $58 | Feb. 19, 2026 |
| Resumed | VZ | Barclays | -- | Equal Weight | -- | $43 | Jan. 22, 2026 |
| Downgrade | VZ | BNP Paribas Exane | Outperform | Neutral | -- | $44 | Oct. 21, 2025 |
| Resumed | VZ | Goldman | -- | Buy | -- | $49 | Sept. 2, 2025 |
| Resumed | VZ | Morgan Stanley | -- | Equal Weight | -- | $47 | July 10, 2025 |
| Resumed | VZ | BofA Securities | -- | Neutral | -- | $45 | July 7, 2025 |
| Upgrade | VZ | Evercore ISI | In-line | Outperform | -- | $48 | April 11, 2025 |
| Downgrade | VZ | Wolfe Research | Outperform | Peer Perform | -- | -- | March 12, 2025 |
| Upgrade | VZ | DZ Bank | Hold | Buy | -- | $40 | Jan. 29, 2025 |
| Initiation | VZ | Bernstein | -- | Market Perform | -- | $48 | Dec. 10, 2024 |
News
Buy Or Sell Verizon Stock At $50?
Published: February 25, 2026 by: Forbes
Sentiment: Neutral
The stock of Verizon Communications (VZ) has increased by 26% over the last month and is presently priced at $49.86.
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5 Very Safe High-Yield Dividend Stocks Boomers Can Hold Forever
Published: February 25, 2026 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive
While many Baby Boomers have enjoyed a long bull market over the past 35 years, there is a point when income becomes more critical than stock appreciation.
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Verizon to speak at Morgan Stanley Technology, Media & Telecom Conference on March 2
Published: February 25, 2026 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
NEW YORK, Feb. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dan Schulman, CEO of Verizon (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ), is scheduled to speak at the Morgan Stanley Technology, Media & Telecom Conference on Monday, March 2, at 12:20 p.m. PT / 3:20 p.m. ET. The session will be webcast, with access instructions available on Verizon's Investor Relations website, www.verizon.com/about/investors .
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Verizon to speak at Morgan Stanley Technology, Media & Telecom Conference on March 2
Published: February 25, 2026 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
NEW YORK, Feb. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dan Schulman, CEO of Verizon (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ), is scheduled to speak at the Morgan Stanley Technology, Media & Telecom Conference on Monday, March 2, at 12:20 p.m. PT / 3:20 p.m. ET. The session will be webcast, with access instructions available on Verizon's Investor Relations website, www.verizon.com/about/investors .
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Why Verizon Communications (VZ) is a Top Momentum Stock for the Long-Term
Published: February 24, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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Verizon vs. T-Mobile: Which 5G Stock is the Better Buy Today?
Published: February 24, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
VZ stands out in the 5G race with stronger price gains, rising 2026 estimates and a cheaper valuation than TMUS.
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Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) Presents at Barclays Communications and Content Symposium 2026 Transcript
Published: February 24, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral
Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) Presents at Barclays Communications and Content Symposium 2026 Transcript
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Will Barton Talks High Dividend Opportunities
Published: February 23, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
High Dividend Opportunities targets an 8–10% portfolio yield, prioritizing sustainable cashflow to replace income in retirement without selling shares. Will Barton shares why they emphasize diversification, favoring CEFs and preferreds, and adapting allocations based on macro conditions, with a current focus on tangible assets like real estate and energy.
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My 5 Favorite Dividend Stocks to Buy Right Now
Published: February 22, 2026 by: The Motley Fool
Sentiment: Positive
It may be the right time for investors to start playing a little less offense and a little more defense. The best defensive names, however, are shares of businesses that continue to generate cash flow regardless of the economic environment.
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Retirees Are Winning Big in 2026: 3 Popular Dividend Stocks Are Soaring
Published: February 19, 2026 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive
Retirees watching their portfolios in early 2026 have reason to smile. While tech stocks stumble, dividend stalwarts are delivering steady cash flow and capital appreciation.
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2 High-Yield CEFs To Enhance Your Retirement Income
Published: February 19, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
2 High-Yield CEFs To Enhance Your Retirement Income
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Verizon Rides on Strength in Consumer Segment: Will it Sustain?
Published: February 18, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Verizon Communications Inc. VZ business has been witnessing healthy momentum in the Consumer segment. Strong postpaid phone subscriber momentum is the major growth driver.
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Verizon vs Johnson & Johnson: Which Dividend Hike Winner Is the Better Buy?
Published: February 18, 2026 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive
Verizon (NYSE: VZ) and Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ) both rewarded shareholders with dividend increases this quarter, but their paths to sustaining those payouts look very different.
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Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know
Published: February 17, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Verizon (VZ) has been one of the stocks most watched by Zacks.com users lately. So, it is worth exploring what lies ahead for the stock.
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3 Wireless Stocks Set to Prosper Despite Industry Shortcomings
Published: February 12, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
VZ, T and LILA are likely to ride long-term gains from 5G momentum and rising demand for wireless connectivity despite near-term headwinds.
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Why Verizon Communications (VZ) is a Top Value Stock for the Long-Term
Published: February 10, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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3 High-Yield Dividend Stocks Perfect For Retirees
Published: February 06, 2026 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive
What does a successful retirement look like? If it means financial security through steady income sources, then you can get there with the help of high-yield dividend stocks.
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Verizon Communications (VZ) is a Top-Ranked Momentum Stock: Should You Buy?
Published: February 06, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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Verizon's Consumer Unit CEO Sowmyanarayan Sampath to Step Down
Published: February 05, 2026 by: WSJ
Sentiment: Neutral
The departure comes as Verizon undergoes big changes under its new chief executive, Dan Schulman.
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Verizon consumer division head departing as company mounts turnaround effort
Published: February 05, 2026 by: Reuters
Sentiment: Neutral
Verizon consumer division chief Sowmyanarayan Sampath is stepping down as the U.S. wireless carrier mounts a turnaround effort under its new CEO Dan Schulman.
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Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) Is a Trending Stock: Facts to Know Before Betting on It
Published: February 04, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Zacks.com users have recently been watching Verizon (VZ) quite a bit. Thus, it is worth knowing the facts that could determine the stock's prospects.
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Senator says AT&T, Verizon blocking release of Salt Typhoon security assessment reports
Published: February 03, 2026 by: Reuters
Sentiment: Negative
Democratic Senator Maria Cantwell on Tuesday said Verizon and AT&T are blocking release of key documents about an alleged massive Chinese spying operation that infiltrated U.S. telecommunications networks known as Salt Typhoon and wants their CEOs to appear before Congress to answer questions.
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Does VZ's Solid Q4 Earnings Performance Warrant a Portfolio Re-Look?
Published: February 03, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Verizon beats Q4 estimates as wireless and broadband demand surged, but heavy 5G and fiber spending, price locks and margin pressure cloud the stock's outlook.
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Verizon stock: why it's a complete package for investors after Q4 earnings
Published: January 30, 2026 by: Invezz
Sentiment: Positive
Verizon (NYSE: VZ) has been a “disappointment” for investors in recent years. After flirting with $60 during the COVID pandemic, it bottomed out near $30 in late 2023 and is trading at about $44 currently.
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Verizon: 'Winning Responsibly' Could Prove More Costly Than Expected
Published: January 30, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
Verizon Communications Inc. is pursuing aggressive transformation under new CEO Dan Schulman's leadership, focusing on subscriber growth and maintaining dividends amid execution risks. VZ's Q4 2025 earnings outperformance, underscored by the sharp rebound in 616,000 wireless postpaid phone net adds, alongside its strong 2026 earnings guidance and $25 billion buyback program, are encouraging. However, a deeper dive into Verizon's current unit economics and the implications of its latest Frontier acquisition expose durability risks to its near-term earnings visibility.
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Pre-market in Red
Published: January 30, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
In a week of stock market newsworthiness, the hits keep coming this Friday morning. President Trump's new Fed Chair has been announced: former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh.
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VZ Enhances Network Resilience for Winter Storm: Will it Drive Growth?
Published: January 30, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Verizon boosts winter storm resilience with mobile assets, backup power and crisis teams, underscoring disaster readiness that could support long-term customer growth.
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Verizon Surpasses Q4 Earnings Estimates on Healthy Revenue Growth
Published: January 30, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
VZ beats Q4 estimates as broadband growth and fiber densification boost revenue despite higher expenses.
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Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Published: January 30, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral
Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
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Here's What Key Metrics Tell Us About Verizon (VZ) Q4 Earnings
Published: January 30, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
The headline numbers for Verizon (VZ) give insight into how the company performed in the quarter ended December 2025, but it may be worthwhile to compare some of its key metrics to Wall Street estimates and the year-ago actuals.
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About Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ)
- IPO Date 1983-11-21
- Website https://www.verizon.com
- Industry Telecommunications Services
- CEO Daniel H. Schulman
- Employees 99400