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BCE Inc (BCE)

BCE Inc (BCE) 1-star rating from Upturn Advisory
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Upturn Advisory Summary

12/03/2025: BCE (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Upturn Star Rating

Upturn 1 star rating for performance

Not Recommended Performance

These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.

Number of Analysts

3 star rating from financial analysts

17 Analysts rated it

Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.

1 Year Target Price $25.5

1 Year Target Price $25.5

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$25.5 Target price
52w Low $19.74
Current$23.18
52w High $25.68

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -5.92%
Avg. Invested days 44
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn last close icon Last Close 12/03/2025

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 21.79B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 4.9
1Y Target Price 25.5
Price to earnings Ratio 4.9
1Y Target Price 25.5
Volume (30-day avg) 17
Beta 0.65
52 Weeks Range 19.74 - 25.68
Updated Date 12/2/2025
52 Weeks Range 19.74 - 25.68
Updated Date 12/2/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 12.22%
Basic EPS (TTM) 4.77

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-11-06
When Before Market
Estimate 0.71
Actual 0.79

Profitability

Profit Margin 25.87%
Operating Margin (TTM) 24.45%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 4.61%
Return on Equity (TTM) 31.36%

Valuation

Trailing PE 4.9
Forward PE 12.06
Enterprise Value 53351646046
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.89
Enterprise Value 53351646046
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.89
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.04
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.17
Shares Outstanding 932525817
Shares Floating 931555990
Shares Outstanding 932525817
Shares Floating 931555990
Percent Insiders 0.05
Percent Institutions 45.32

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BCE Inc

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Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

BCE Inc. (Bell Canada Enterprises) was founded in 1880 as Bell Telephone Company of Canada. It evolved into a diversified communications company, expanding its services to include internet, television, and media. It underwent several restructurings and acquisitions to become the largest communications company in Canada.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Bell Wireless: Provides wireless services to consumers and businesses, including mobile phones, data plans, and related services.
  • Bell Wireline: Offers wireline communication services, including internet, TV (Bell Fibe TV), and home phone services to residential and business customers.
  • Bell Media: Operates television networks, radio stations, and digital media properties, providing content and advertising services.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

BCE Inc. is led by a CEO and a senior management team responsible for various business segments. The company has a board of directors overseeing its strategic direction and governance. The company operates through three main segments: Bell Wireless, Bell Wireline, and Bell Media.

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • Bell Mobility Wireless Services: Provides cellular services, including voice, data, and text messaging. Bell holds a significant portion of the Canadian wireless market. Competitors include Rogers Communications, Telus, and Freedom Mobile. Market share fluctuates but typically around 30-35% in Canada.
  • Bell Fibe Internet and TV: Offers high-speed internet and IPTV services. Competitors include Rogers, Telus, and various smaller internet service providers. Bell leverages its fiber optic network to gain a competitive edge. The market share of wireline internet is around 35-40% of Canadian market.
  • Bell Media TV and Radio: Includes networks such as CTV, TSN, and RDS. Competitors include Rogers Sports & Media and Corus Entertainment. Revenue is driven by advertising and subscription fees.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The Canadian telecommunications industry is characterized by high concentration, with a few major players dominating the market. The industry is heavily regulated and faces increasing competition from new entrants and disruptive technologies. High demand for bandwidth supports the industry.

Positioning

BCE Inc. is the largest communications company in Canada, with a strong presence in wireless, wireline, and media sectors. Its competitive advantages include its extensive network infrastructure, strong brand recognition, and diversified service offerings.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The total addressable market for telecommunications in Canada is estimated to be over $50 billion annually. BCE Inc. aims to capture a significant portion of this market through its diverse service portfolio and strategic investments.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Extensive network infrastructure
  • Strong brand recognition
  • Diversified service offerings
  • Large customer base
  • Solid financial performance

Weaknesses

  • High debt levels
  • Regulatory scrutiny
  • Dependence on legacy wireline services
  • Slow decision making sometimes
  • High labor costs

Opportunities

  • Expansion of 5G network
  • Growth in IoT market
  • Increasing demand for digital media content
  • Strategic acquisitions
  • Government investment in infrastructure

Threats

  • Intense competition
  • Technological disruption
  • Changing consumer preferences
  • Economic downturn
  • Regulatory changes

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • RCI.TO
  • T.TO
  • CCL.V

Competitive Landscape

BCE Inc. faces intense competition from Rogers and Telus in the wireless and wireline markets. BCE's advantages include its extensive network and strong brand, but it must continue to innovate to maintain its market position.

Major Acquisitions

Astral Media

  • Year: 2013
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 3000
  • Strategic Rationale: Expanded BCE's media assets, adding television and radio stations to its portfolio.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: BCE Inc. has demonstrated consistent growth in revenue and earnings over the past decade, driven by its expansion in wireless and internet services. Based on hypothetical data.

Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth in revenue and earnings, driven by the rollout of 5G and increased demand for data services. EPS is expected to grow at a rate of 3-5% per year. Based on hypothetical data.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in 5G infrastructure, expansion of fiber optic network, and strategic acquisitions in the media sector.

Summary

BCE Inc. is a robust company with a strong market position, driven by its diversified services and extensive network. While its high debt and regulatory challenges require careful management, its expansion in 5G and digital media presents significant growth opportunities. The competition is intense, requiring continuous innovation and strategic initiatives to maintain a competitive edge. Overall, BCE showcases stable financial performance, but needs to innovate to stay ahead.

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About BCE Inc

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters Verdun, QC, Canada
IPO Launch date 1982-11-15
CEO, President & Director Mr. Mirko Bibic
Sector Communication Services
Industry Telecom Services
Full time employees 40390
Full time employees 40390

BCE Inc., a communications company, provides wireless, wireline, internet, streaming services, and television (TV) services to residential, business, and wholesale customers in Canada. It operates in two segments: Bell Communication and Technology Services, and Bell Media. The Bell Communication and Technology Services segment provides wireless products and services including mobile data and voice plans, streaming services, and devices; wireline products and services comprising data, including internet access, internet protocol television, cloud-based services and business solutions, as well as voice, and other communication services and products, satellite TV and connectivity services for residential, small and medium-sized business, and large enterprise customers. This segment also buys and sells local telephone, long distance, and data and other services from or to resellers and other carriers; and operates consumer electronics retail stores. The Bell Media segment provides a portfolio of video, audio, out-of-home advertising, and digital media services. BCE Inc. was founded in 1880 and is headquartered in Verdun, Canada.