Is VZ stock a buy or a sell according to analysts?

Of the 61 analyst ratings on Verizon Communications Inc., 38% are Buy or Strong Buy, 35 are Hold, and 3 are Sell. The overall consensus rating is Hold. Analyst ratings are opinions, not investment advice.

What is the analyst price target for VZ?

The average analyst price target for Verizon Communications Inc. is $47.83. Individual targets range from $45.00 to $52.00.

When is Verizon Communications Inc.'s next earnings date?

Verizon Communications Inc. is scheduled to report earnings on October 26, 2026. Analysts expect earnings of $1.27 per share.

Does Verizon Communications Inc. pay a dividend?

Yes — Verizon Communications Inc. has paid $2.81 per share in dividends over the trailing twelve months.

How volatile is VZ stock?

VZ has a beta of 0.25, meaning it has historically been less volatile than the broader market.

What sector is Verizon Communications Inc. in?

Verizon Communications Inc. operates in the Communication Services sector, the Telecommunications Services industry, and its stock trades on NYSE.

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Verizon Communications Inc. at a glance

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Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) is a Communication Services company in the Telecommunications Services industry, headquartered in New York City, NY, with about 89,900 employees. Its shares trade on NYSE, and its IPO date is November 21, 1983. With a market capitalization of $185.6 billion, VZ is a large-cap stock.

It trades an average of 26.4 million shares a day.

In its latest reported quarter (results released July 24, 2026), Verizon Communications Inc. posted revenue of $34.3 billion and earnings of $1.30 per share, against estimates of $35.2 billion and $1.28.

Figures as of October 25, 2026, from market data providers. Descriptive only, not financial advice.

VZ: Frequently asked questions

As of October 25, 2026, Verizon Communications Inc. has a market capitalization of $185.6 billion, making it a large-cap company in the Communication Services sector.

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