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Verizon Communications Inc (VZ)

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$42.71
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Upturn Advisory Summary

07/29/2025: VZ (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Below Average Performance

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Number of Analysts

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26 Analysts rated it

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1 Year Target Price $48.74

1 Year Target Price $48.74

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$48.74 Target price
52w Low $36.41
Current$42.71
52w High $45.87

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -5.28%
Avg. Invested days 52
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Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 178.60B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 9.85
1Y Target Price 48.74
Price to earnings Ratio 9.85
1Y Target Price 48.74
Volume (30-day avg) 26
Beta 0.37
52 Weeks Range 36.41 - 45.87
Updated Date 07/29/2025
52 Weeks Range 36.41 - 45.87
Updated Date 07/29/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 6.29%
Basic EPS (TTM) 4.3

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-07-21
When Before Market
Estimate 1.19
Actual 1.22

Profitability

Profit Margin 13.28%
Operating Margin (TTM) 23.28%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 5.18%
Return on Equity (TTM) 18.45%

Valuation

Trailing PE 9.85
Forward PE 9.01
Enterprise Value 345059518866
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.3
Enterprise Value 345059518866
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.3
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.52
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 7.08
Shares Outstanding 4216320000
Shares Floating 4210801423
Shares Outstanding 4216320000
Shares Floating 4210801423
Percent Insiders 0.03
Percent Institutions 67.67

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Verizon Communications Inc

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Verizon Communications Inc. was formed in 2000 through the merger of Bell Atlantic Corp. and GTE Corp. It has evolved from a traditional telecom company to a provider of wireless, broadband, and media services.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Verizon Consumer: Provides wireless and wireline communications services and products to consumers, including wireless voice and data services, internet access, and video services.
  • Verizon Business: Offers a comprehensive suite of connectivity, data, voice, and advanced communications services to businesses and government entities, including network solutions, security services, and cloud offerings.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Hans Vestberg is the Chairman and CEO. The company is structured with distinct business units focusing on consumer and business services.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Wireless Services: Verizon is a leading provider of wireless services in the US. The market share is approximately 30% in 2023. Competitors include T-Mobile and AT&T. Wireless services make up a large portion of Verizon's revenue.
  • Fios Internet: Fios provides high-speed fiber optic internet, TV, and phone services. The customer count in 2023 was roughly 7 million subscribers. Competitors include Comcast (Xfinity) and Charter (Spectrum).
  • 5G Home Internet: A fixed wireless internet service using Verizon's 5G network. Expansion continues. The current number of users is in the hundreds of thousands and growing. Competitors are T-Mobile, AT&T fixed wireless, and traditional cable.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The telecommunications industry is highly competitive, with increasing demand for high-speed data and 5G services. The industry is characterized by technological advancements and evolving consumer preferences.

Positioning

Verizon is a major player in the US telecom market, known for its strong network infrastructure and focus on premium service. It faces competition from other large telecom companies and smaller providers.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The US telecommunications market is estimated to be in the hundreds of billions of dollars. Verizon is positioned to capture a significant portion of this TAM through its wireless, broadband, and business services. The broadband market alone is expected to exceed $160 billion by 2028.

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Strengths

  • Strong brand recognition
  • Extensive network infrastructure
  • Large customer base
  • High-quality service reputation
  • Leadership in 5G technology

Weaknesses

  • High capital expenditure requirements
  • Debt burden
  • Slower growth in saturated markets
  • Customer service issues
  • Competition eroding profit margins

Opportunities

  • Expansion of 5G services
  • Growth in the IoT market
  • Strategic acquisitions and partnerships
  • Development of new digital services
  • Increased demand for broadband

Threats

  • Intense competition
  • Technological disruptions
  • Regulatory changes
  • Economic downturns
  • Cybersecurity risks

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • T (US Stock)
  • CMCSA (US Stock)
  • CHTR (US Stock)

Competitive Landscape

Verizon competes primarily with AT&T and T-Mobile in the wireless market. It faces competition from cable companies like Comcast and Charter in the broadband market. Verizon differentiates itself through its network quality and customer service.

Major Acquisitions

TracFone

  • Year: 2021
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 6250
  • Strategic Rationale: Acquisition of TracFone was for entry into the budget-conscious segment of the wireless market.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Historically, Verizon experienced steady growth driven by the expansion of its wireless business. Growth has slowed in recent years.

Future Projections: Analysts project moderate revenue growth in the coming years, driven by 5G adoption and new service offerings.

Recent Initiatives: Verizon is investing heavily in 5G infrastructure, expanding its fiber optic network, and developing new digital services for consumers and businesses.

Summary

Verizon is a mature company with a strong market position in the US telecom industry. The company is investing in 5G to drive future growth. Key strengths include its network infrastructure and brand reputation, but they face challenges with increasing competition and debt. Verizon remains a dividend-focused investment.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Company Filings (10-K, 10-Q)
  • Analyst Reports
  • Industry Publications

Disclaimers:

This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market conditions are subject to change.

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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
Full time employees 100000

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.