Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ)

US — Communication Services Sector
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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol VZ
  • Rev/Share 32.0445
  • Book/Share 24.1679
  • PB 1.8427
  • Debt/Equity 1.6651
  • CurrentRatio 0.6117
  • ROIC 0.0655

 

  • MktCap 185346789600.0
  • FreeCF/Share 4.7793
  • PFCF 9.1856
  • PE 10.4369
  • Debt/Assets 0.4409
  • DivYield 0.0614
  • ROE 0.1812

 

  • 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 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

Verizon to speak at Morgan Stanley TMT Conference March 4
VZ
Published: February 28, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

NEW YORK, Feb. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tony Skiadas, executive vice president and chief financial officer for Verizon (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ), is scheduled to speak at the Morgan Stanley Technology, Media and Telecom Conference on Tuesday, March 4, at 11:30 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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Verizon becomes latest company to face probe by FCC boss over DEI policies
VZ
Published: February 27, 2025 by: New York Post
Sentiment: Neutral

Verizon is awaiting FCC approval for its $9.6 billion purchase of Frontier Communications.

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The Value of Virtualized Architecture in High-Density Environments
VZ
Published: February 27, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Joe Russo, EVP and Head of Global Networks and Technology for Verizon Joe Russo, EVP and Head of Global Networks and Technology for Verizon

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Empower Students with Free Resources to Thrive in Today's Digital World from the New Digital Citizenship Initiative by Discovery Education with Verizon and Fortinet
FTNT, VZ
Published: February 27, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Feb. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Discovery Education, the creator of essential K-12 solutions used in classrooms around the world, today announced the launch of a new Digital Citizenship Initiative.

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FAA targeting Verizon contract in favor of Musk's Starlink, the Washington Post reports
VZ
Published: February 26, 2025 by: Reuters
Sentiment: Positive

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration is close to canceling a $2.4 billion contract awarded to Verizon to overhaul a communications system, and awarding the work to Elon Musk's Starlink, the Washington Post reported on Wednesday.

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Why the 2 Highest-Yielding Dogs of the Dow Can Rescue Your Portfolio
CVX, VZ
Published: February 26, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive

The Dow Jones industrial average is a price-weighted average of 30 blue-chip U.S.

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2 Names To Boost Your Passive Income
PFLT, VZ
Published: February 26, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

When it comes to investing, there are always many selections that investors have in terms of the approach they want to take. As I'm a heavily income-oriented investor, I tend to straddle my selections primarily through higher-yielding investment options but also dividend growth choices. Dividend growth investments may not be as exciting up front, but over time, all the small increases can add up.

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Verizon Advances Satellite to Cellular Connectivity: Stock to Gain?
VZ
Published: February 25, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

VZ is collaborating with ASTS to develop the fastest satellite-to-device network that efficiently supports text, voice and video applications.

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Verizon infuses AI in the network, accelerates Open RAN innovation with multi-vendor RAN Intelligent Controller deployment
VZ
Published: February 25, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Industry collaboration with Samsung and Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of technology and enhances network efficiency and sustainability Industry collaboration with Samsung and Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of technology and enhances network efficiency and sustainability

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Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) Presents at Barclays Communications & Content Symposium (Transcript)
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Published: February 25, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE:VZ ) Barclays Communications & Content Symposium February 25, 2024 9:15 AM ET Company Participants Joe Russo - EVP & President, GN&T Conference Call Participants Kannan Venkateshwar - Barclays Operator Kannan Venkateshwar All right, get started on the next one. We're really glad to have with us Joe Russo, who Heads Global Networks of Verizon.

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Verizon completes its first satellite to cellular enabled video call with AST SpaceMobile BlueBird 2
VZ
Published: February 24, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

MIDLAND, Texas, Feb. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon and AST have yet again pushed the boundaries of what can be done with mobile devices by successfully trialing a live video call between two mobile devices with one connected via satellite and the other connected via Verizon's terrestrial network connection. The breadth, depth, and performance of Verizon's exemplary network which reaches more than 99% of the US population meets the vast majority of current wireless communications needs. However, Verizon has been driving communications innovations by incorporating satellite links into its network. To complement Verizon's industry-leading network coverage, Verizon and AST …

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5 S&P 500 Dividend Stocks Set to Reward Investors
EOG, MO, MS, SPG, VZ
Published: February 24, 2025 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Positive

A stock's dividend yield is a key metric to consider when shopping for long-term, sustainable income picks. Dividend payments are a delicate dance for investors; offering a dividend that's too high could put the future of the company at risk while cutting dividends too severely could put off long-term investors.

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Upgrade to iPhone 16e and save with incredible offers from Verizon
VZ
Published: February 21, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

The powerful new member of the iPhone 16 family is available to pre-order starting February 21 The powerful new member of the iPhone 16 family is available to pre-order starting February 21

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Verizon to speak at Barclays Symposium February 25
VZ
Published: February 20, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

NEW YORK, Feb. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Joe Russo, executive vice president and president of Global Networks and Technology (GN&T) at Verizon (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ), is scheduled to speak at the Barclays Communications and Content Symposium on Tuesday, February 25, at 9:15 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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The Smartest Dividend Stocks to Buy With $1,000 Right Now
MDT, PFE, UPS, VICI, VZ
Published: February 20, 2025 by: The Motley Fool
Sentiment: Positive

You have $1,000 (or $200 or $50,000) burning a hole in your pocket and you're itching to invest in some stocks. Might I suggest some dividend payers?

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US Army soldier pleads guilty to AT&T and Verizon hacks
T, VZ
Published: February 19, 2025 by: TechCrunch
Sentiment: Negative

Cameron John Wagenius pleaded guilty to hacking AT&T and Verizon and stealing a massive trove of phone records from the companies, according to court records filed on Wednesday.

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Bank of America Says Stocks Could Drop 40%: 5 Safe Large-Cap Dividend Stocks That Will Survive
D, KO, PRU, VZ, XOM
Published: February 17, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive

For almost 2.5 years, we have watched the market take off on a ride we haven't seen since the dot-com era of the mid-to-late 1990s.

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2 dividend stocks of the month
MPLX, VZ
Published: February 14, 2025 by: Finbold
Sentiment: Positive

As economic uncertainty lingers in 2025, dividend-paying stocks remain a top choice for income-seeking investors looking for stability amid market fluctuations.

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My Top 10 High Dividend Yield Stocks For February 2025: Two Yield Over 7%
ARCC, CVX, IBDRY, MO, PEP, PNC, PSX, QSR, VOO, VZ, ZURVY
Published: February 13, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Implementing a high dividend yield strategy can provide substantial income and stability during market volatility, supporting long-term investment goals without selling during declines. The selected 10 companies offer Dividend Yields [FWD] between 3.22% and 8.06%, with attractive Dividend Growth Rates and appealing valuations, enhancing portfolio sustainability. Each company exhibits a P/E [FWD] Ratio below 20, which reflects their attractive valuation.

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Verizon Wins Multiple 5G Network Awards: VZ Stock to Benefit?
VZ
Published: February 13, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

VZ appears to be treading in the middle of the road and investors could be better off if they trade with caution.

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3 Brand-Name, Ultra-High-Yield Dividend Stocks Patient Investors Can Confidently Buy With $300 Right Now
F, PFE, VZ
Published: February 13, 2025 by: The Motley Fool
Sentiment: Positive

With thousands of publicly traded companies and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to choose from, Wall Street offers no shortage of ways for investors to grow their wealth. But among this vast sea of pathways to become richer is one of the most-successful strategies: buying and holding high-quality dividend stocks.

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The Best Stocks to Invest $1,000 in Right Now
NVDA, VZ
Published: February 12, 2025 by: The Motley Fool
Sentiment: Positive

A $1,000 investment might not seem like much in the stock market today. But with commission-free and fractional trades, it's now easier than ever to build up positions in stocks that are trading at a few hundred or thousand dollars per share.

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Verizon has the best 5G network in America
VZ
Published: February 11, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

Relentless innovation and continuous improvement result in unmatched 5G reliability, speed and performance for customers Relentless innovation and continuous improvement result in unmatched 5G reliability, speed and performance for customers

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A Historic Opportunity To Win Big With Dividend Stocks
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Published: February 10, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

The current market offers a historic opportunity for dividend stocks. We detail why this is a historic opportunity for dividend investors. We also discuss some of the names that we are buying to take advantage of this opportunity.

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Verizon Calling With 6.75% Yield
VZ
Published: February 09, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Verizon, part of Rose's Income Garden Portfolio, offers a 6.75% yield, making it a strong income stock with reliable dividends and fair valuation. Verizon's extensive fiber network and recent acquisitions position it well for future growth, despite lagging in 5G and facing potential debt issues. The company has a solid dividend history, paying rising dividends for 20 years, with a current payout ratio of 58.22% and a BBB+ credit rating.

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About Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ)

  • IPO Date 1983-11-21
  • Website https://www.verizon.com
  • Industry Telecommunications Services
  • CEO Mr. Hans E. Vestberg
  • 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.