Verizon Communications Inc.(VZ) - Stock detail

Verizon Communications Inc.

US
VZ
Verizon Communications Inc.(Listing date: 11/25/1983)

Verizon Communications Inc. is a company incorporated in Delaware. It is a holding company and one of the world's leading providers of communications, technology, information, and entertainment products and services to consumers, businesses, and government entities. The company operates globally, offering data, video, and voice services and solutions on its networks and platforms, aiming to meet customers' needs for mobility, reliable network connectivity, and security.

AI Rating

Rating methodology
Latest close (chg%)46.55-0.49%
Buy price
45.25
Target price47.60
Sell price44.90
P/E TTM12.02
P/E9.59
Confidence70%
Risk score60/100
AI Summary
The stock is in a technical downtrend but offers compelling value with a ~7% dividend yield at current levels. The HOLD recommendation balances the attractive income and fair valuation against the strong selling momentum and high debt load. A decisive move above $47.60 would signal a downtrend pause, while a break below $44.90 would confirm further downside risk.

Alpha Score

0-10
  • TrendScore 2/10

    Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) is in a confirmed bearish downtrend with all key technical indicators pointing to continued weakness and no buy signals present.

  • ValuationScore 6/10

    Valuation metrics suggest the stock is fairly valued to slightly undervalued. The forward P/E of 9.59 and TTM P/E of 12.02 are low, indicating the stock is inexpensive relative to earnings. The current price sits within calculated fair value ranges and is near the lower end of its recent trading range.

  • Financial strengthScore 4/10
    The company's financial health shows a mixed picture with potential short-term liquidity constraints due to low current and quick ratios, and very high debt levels typical for the capital-intensive telecom sector.
  • ProfitabilityScore 5/10
    Verizon demonstrates stable, albeit modest, profitability with slow revenue growth, healthy gross margins, and a strong Return on Equity (ROE). However, annual net profit saw a slight year-over-year decline.
  • SentimentScore 5/10
    Verizon (VZ) presents a mixed but cautiously positive outlook with strong dividend appeal and strategic growth initiatives, though tempered by governance scrutiny and sector competition.
Latest price
$46.55-0.49%
Market cap194.58B
P/E TTM12.02
P/E9.59
Volume19.99M
Turnover931.08M