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Verizon Communications Inc (VZ)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/12/2025: VZ (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
26 Analysts rated it
Well-followed company, solid analyst reports, reliable data for confident investing.
1 Year Target Price $48.61
1 Year Target Price $48.61
| 6 | Strong Buy |
| 7 | Buy |
| 13 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -3.7% | Avg. Invested days 47 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/12/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 185.39B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 10.23 | 1Y Target Price 48.61 |
Price to earnings Ratio 10.23 | 1Y Target Price 48.61 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 26 | Beta 0.36 | 52 Weeks Range 36.41 - 45.87 | Updated Date 09/13/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 36.41 - 45.87 | Updated Date 09/13/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 6.14% | Basic EPS (TTM) 4.3 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 13.28% | Operating Margin (TTM) 23.28% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 5.2% | Return on Equity (TTM) 18.45% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 10.23 | Forward PE 9.14 | Enterprise Value 351847801807 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.35 |
Enterprise Value 351847801807 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.35 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.57 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 7.22 | Shares Outstanding 4216320000 | Shares Floating 4210464117 |
Shares Outstanding 4216320000 | Shares Floating 4210464117 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.04 | Percent Institutions 68.03 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Verizon Communications Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Verizon Communications Inc. was formed in 2000 through the merger of Bell Atlantic Corp. and GTE Corp. It has since grown to become one of the largest telecommunications companies in the world, expanding its services through acquisitions and technological advancements.
Core Business Areas
- Verizon Consumer: Provides wireless and wireline communications services and products to consumers, including mobile phone services, data, and internet access.
- Verizon Business: Provides wireless and wireline communications services and products to business, government and wholesale customers, including data, video, and managed network services.
Leadership and Structure
Hans Vestberg serves as the Chairman and CEO. The organizational structure consists of various business units and functional departments, reporting to the executive leadership team.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Wireless Services: Verizon is a leading provider of wireless communication services, including 5G and 4G LTE networks. Verizon held ~30% market share of the US wireless market in 2023. Competitors include AT&T and T-Mobile.
- Wireline Services: Provides internet, TV, and phone services to homes and businesses. Competitors include Comcast and Charter.
- Business Solutions: Offers a range of business-oriented services, including cloud computing, cybersecurity, and IoT solutions. Competitors include AT&T and Lumen Technologies.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The telecommunications industry is characterized by intense competition, technological advancements (especially 5G deployment), and evolving consumer demands.
Positioning
Verizon is a major player in the industry, known for its reliable network and extensive coverage. It competes on network quality, customer service, and innovation.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global telecommunications market is expected to reach approximately $2.7 trillion by 2027. Verizon is positioned to capture a significant portion of this market through its diverse service offerings and strong market presence.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand reputation
- Extensive network infrastructure
- Large customer base
- Financial stability
Weaknesses
- High capital expenditure requirements
- Slow growth in mature markets
- High debt levels
Opportunities
- Expansion of 5G services
- Growth in IoT market
- Increased demand for cloud services
- Strategic partnerships
Threats
- Intense competition
- Technological disruptions
- Regulatory changes
- Economic downturns
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- T (AT&T)
- TMUS (T-Mobile)
- CMCSA (Comcast)
Competitive Landscape
Verizon faces intense competition from other telecommunications giants. It differentiates itself through network quality and customer service. Comcast competes in the wireline area and is increasing their wireless offering via MVNO agreements.
Major Acquisitions
TracFone
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 6250
- Strategic Rationale: Acquisition of TracFone expands Verizon's presence in the value segment of the wireless market.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Verizon's historical growth has been driven by the expansion of its wireless and wireline services.
Future Projections: Analysts project modest revenue growth for Verizon in the coming years, driven by 5G adoption and expansion into new markets.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in 5G infrastructure, expansion of its fiber optic network, and strategic acquisitions in the media and technology sectors.
Summary
Verizon is a well-established telecommunications company with a strong market position and brand reputation. Its large debt and increasingly competitive market is a concern. It needs to focus on maintaining its network advantage and expanding into new growth areas like 5G and IoT. Stable dividend income is attractive, however the stock has been relatively stagnant over the long run.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
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- Analyst Estimates
Disclaimers:
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About Verizon Communications Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters New York, NY, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2000-07-23 | Chairman & CEO Mr. Hans E. Vestberg | ||
Sector Communication Services | Industry Telecom Services | Full time employees 100000 | Website https://www.verizon.com |
Full time employees 100000 | Website https://www.verizon.com | ||
Verizon Communications Inc., through its subsidiaries, engages in the provision of communications, technology, information, and entertainment products and services to consumers, businesses, and governmental entities worldwide. It operates in two segments, Verizon Consumer Group (Consumer) and Verizon Business Group (Business). The Consumer segment provides wireless services across the wireless networks in the United States under the Verizon and TracFone brands and through wholesale and other arrangements; and fixed wireless access (FWA) broadband through its wireless networks, as well as related equipment and devices, such as smartphones, tablets, smart watches, and other wireless-enabled connected devices. The segment also offers wireline services in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern United States, as well as Washington D.C. through its fiber-optic network, Verizon Fios product portfolio, and a copper-based network. The Business segment provides wireless and wireline communications services and products, including FWA broadband, data, video and conferencing, corporate networking, security and managed network, local and long-distance voice, and network access services to deliver various IoT services and products to businesses, government customers, and wireless and wireline carriers in the United States and internationally. 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.
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