Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ)

US — Communication Services Sector
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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol VZ
  • Rev/Share 32.5192
  • Book/Share 25.1526
  • PB 1.6547
  • Debt/Equity 1.6227
  • CurrentRatio 0.7389
  • ROIC 0.0694

 

  • MktCap 173337251853.0
  • FreeCF/Share 7.8647
  • PFCF 5.2128
  • PE 8.7621
  • Debt/Assets 0.4389
  • DivYield 0.0662
  • ROE 0.1944

 

  • 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
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

Is Verizon Communications (VZ) a Great Value Stock Right Now?
VZ
Published: September 23, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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Verizon Business delivers advanced network connectivity solutions to the St. Louis Blues and Enterprise Center
VZ
Published: September 22, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

What you need to know: Verizon Business and Extreme Networks, Inc. deploy advanced Converged Network (Wi-Fi) services at Enterprise Center to enhance the fan experience and streamline operations Partnership focuses on delivering high-speed connectivity and network visualization to drive a seamless experience during Enterprise Center games and events NEW YORK, Sept. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The St. Louis Blues today announced Verizon Business has completed a major converged network (Wi-Fi) solution refresh at Enterprise Center.

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Verizon Leads the Future of Wireless with Development of New Industry 6G Alliance
VZ
Published: September 22, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Verizon 6G Innovation Forum Brings Together Industry Heavy-Hitters to Shape What's Now, What's New and What's Next for the AI-Enabled 6G Future Verizon 6G Innovation Forum Brings Together Industry Heavy-Hitters to Shape What's Now, What's New and What's Next for the AI-Enabled 6G Future

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Verizon Frontline study: AI, cybersecurity, drones & robots are critical areas for first responders
VZ
Published: September 17, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

BASKING RIDGE, N.J., Sept. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A new study released today by Verizon reveals that nearly half of first responders anticipate daily use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and drones or robots within the next five years*. The Verizon Frontline Public Safety Communications Survey also highlights increased investment in cybersecurity protections and a growing demand for highly-reliable network connectivity, with 78% of first responders surveyed reporting that access to a reliable and resilient network has resulted in better communications in the field.

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Verizon vs. T-Mobile: Which Telecom Stock Should You Bet On?
TMUS, VZ
Published: September 16, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

VZ leans on fiber and broadband gains while TMUS pushes postpaid growth. See which telecom stands stronger now.

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Here's Why Verizon Communications (VZ) is a Strong Value Stock
VZ
Published: September 15, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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VZ Gains From Healthy Demand in Public Safety Domain: Will it Persist?
VZ
Published: September 12, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Verizon teams with Tampa Police to deploy 950 5G-enabled devices, boosting its push into the growing public safety market.

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New iPhone 17 lineup and iPhone Air now at Verizon: 5G power, incredible trade-in offers and savings that add up
VZ
Published: September 10, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

New & current customers can get the latest iPhone models on America's largest network with the fastest and most reliable 5G and 3-year price-lock guarantee New & current customers can get the latest iPhone models on America's largest network with the fastest and most reliable 5G and 3-year price-lock guarantee

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Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) Is a Trending Stock: Facts to Know Before Betting on It
VZ
Published: September 10, 2025 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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Tampa Police Department launches “Connected Officer” program with Verizon Frontline
VZ
Published: September 10, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Program designed to put a secure, 5G smartphone in every officer's hand Program designed to put a secure, 5G smartphone in every officer's hand

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3 Undervalued Dividend Stocks to Buy This September
PEP, PFE, VZ
Published: September 09, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive

Who doesn't love passive income? As investors, we love dividend stocks, especially the ones that have high yields since they provide a steady source of income and improve the total return potential.

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Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) Presents At Goldman Sachs Communicopia + Technology Conference 2025 (Transcript)
VZ
Published: September 08, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE:VZ ) Goldman Sachs Communicopia + Technology Conference 2025 September 8, 2025 11:50 AM EDT Company Participants Hans Vestberg - Chairman & CEO Conference Call Participants Michael Ng - Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., Research Division Presentation Michael Ng Research Analyst Great. Well, good morning, everybody, and welcome to the first company sessions of the Goldman Sachs Communacopia and Technology Conference.

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Verizon CEO Hans Vestberg says he 'expects growth in phone upgrades' ahead of Apple iPhone event
AAPL, VZ
Published: September 08, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Positive

CNBC's Steve Kovach reports on news regarding Apple.

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Verizon boosts shareholder payout, marking 19th consecutive year of dividend growth
VZ
Published: September 05, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Verizon Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of 69 cents per outstanding share, an increase of 1.25 cents per share from the previous quarter.

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Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) Presents At Citi's 2025 Global Technology, Media And Telecommunications Conference (Transcript)
VZ
Published: September 04, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE:VZ ) Citi's 2025 Global Technology, Media and Telecommunications Conference September 4, 2025 8:50 AM EDT Company Participants Anthony Skiadas - Executive VP & CFO Conference Call Participants Michael Rollins - Citigroup Inc., Research Division Presentation Michael Rollins MD & U.S. Telecoms Analyst Welcome back to Citi's 2025 Global TMT Conference. For those of you I haven't met, I'm Mike Rollins, and I cover communication services and infrastructure for Citi.

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Verizon Rises 9.5% Year to Date: Should You Invest in VZ Stock Now?
VZ
Published: September 03, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

VZ stock is up 9.5% YTD as it expands fiber, 5G, and new plans, but faces tough competition from AT&T and T-Mobile.

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Calls of the Day: Newmont, Netflix, Verizon
NEM, NFLX, VZ
Published: September 02, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Neutral

The Investment Committee debate the latest Calls o the Day.

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If You'd Invested $10,000 in Verizon Stock 10 Years Ago, Here's How Much You'd Have Today
VZ
Published: September 01, 2025 by: The Motley Fool
Sentiment: Positive

Verizon (VZ 0.68%) is one of the biggest names in the telecom sector. It's also a popular stock among income-seeking investors because of its generous dividend, currently offering more than a 6% yield.

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Tracfone Offers Cheap Unlimited Plan: Verizon's Ploy to Woo Customers?
VZ
Published: August 29, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

VZ's Tracfone debuts its first unlimited $45 plan with 5G access, fraud protection, and international perks.

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Verizon to speak at BofA Securities Media, Communications & Entertainment Conference Sept. 3
VZ
Published: August 28, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

NEW YORK, Aug. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sowmyanarayan Sampath, Executive Vice President for Verizon (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) and CEO for Verizon Consumer, is scheduled to speak at the BofA Securities 2025 Media, Communications & Entertainment Conference on Wednesday, September 3, at 8:00 a.m. ET. His remarks will be webcast, with access instructions available on Verizon's Investor Relations website, www.verizon.com/about/investors .

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Here's Why Verizon Communications (VZ) is a Strong Momentum Stock
VZ
Published: August 28, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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Investors Heavily Search Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ): Here is What You Need to Know
VZ
Published: August 27, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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Will Weakness in the Business Segment Impact Verizon's Growth?
VZ
Published: August 26, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

VZ's Business segment struggles with subscriber decline and high churn, raising questions about its growth momentum in 2025.

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Why Verizon Communications (VZ) is a Top Value Stock for the Long-Term
VZ
Published: August 25, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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Verizon vs. AT&T: Which Telecom Stock Has More Upside Potential?
T, VZ
Published: August 21, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Verizon Communications Inc. VZ and AT&T, Inc. T are prominent players in the telecommunications industry. As one of the leading wireless carriers in the United States, Verizon delivers communication services to a vast customer base across the public sector, small, medium businesses and global enterprises as well.

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Verizon (VZ) Up 4.6% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue?
VZ
Published: August 20, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Verizon (VZ) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

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Capture, create and connect: Google Pixel 10 series now available at Verizon
VZ
Published: August 20, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Experience Pixel 10 on America's Largest Network with the Fastest and Most Reliable 5G and a three-year price lock guarantee

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3 Cheap Dividend Stocks With Excellent Yields
O, PFE, VZ
Published: August 14, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive

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Here is What to Know Beyond Why Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) is a Trending Stock
VZ
Published: August 13, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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Why Verizon Communications (VZ) is a Top Momentum Stock for the Long-Term
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Published: August 12, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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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

Verizon Communications Inc., through its subsidiaries, offers communications, technology, information, and entertainment products and services to consumers, businesses, and governmental entities worldwide. Its Consumer segment provides postpaid and prepaid service plans; internet access on notebook computers and tablets; wireless equipment, including smartphones and other handsets; and wireless-enabled internet devices, such as tablets, and other wireless-enabled connected devices comprising smart watches. It also provides residential fixed connectivity solutions, such as internet, video, and voice services; and sells network access to mobile virtual network operators. As of December 31, 2021, it had approximately 115 million wireless retail connections, 7 million wireline broadband connections, and 4 million Fios video connections. The company's Business segment provides network connectivity products, including private networking, private cloud connectivity, virtual and software defined networking, and internet access services; and internet protocol-based voice and video services, unified communications and collaboration tools, and customer contact center solutions. This segment also offers a suite of management and data security services; domestic and global voice and data solutions, such as voice calling, messaging services, conferencing, contact center solutions, and private line and data access networks; customer premises equipment; installation, maintenance, and site services; and Internet of Things products and services. As of December 31, 2021, it had approximately 27 million wireless retail postpaid connections and 477 thousand wireline broadband connections. The company was formerly known as Bell Atlantic Corporation and changed its name to Verizon Communications Inc. in June 2000. Verizon Communications Inc. was incorporated in 1983 and is headquartered in New York, New York.