Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ)

NYSE: VZ · Real-Time Price · USD
47.22
+0.13 (0.28%)
At close: May 8, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT
47.24
+0.02 (0.04%)
After-hours: May 8, 2026, 7:57 PM EDT
Market Cap197.17B +9.4%
Revenue (ttm)139.15B +2.8%
Net Income17.34B -2.5%
EPS4.11 -2.2%
Shares Out 4.18B
PE Ratio11.50
Forward PE9.39
Dividend$2.83 (5.99%)
Ex-Dividend DateApr 10, 2026
Volume16,347,892
Open47.21
Previous Close47.09
Day's Range46.95 - 47.46
52-Week Range38.39 - 51.68
Beta0.22
AnalystsBuy
Price Target50.18 (+6.27%)
Earnings DateApr 27, 2026

About VZ

Verizon Communications Inc., through its subsidiaries, engages in the provision of communications, technology, information, and streaming 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 t... [Read more]

IPO Date Jul 3, 2000
Employees 89,900
Stock Exchange NYSE
Ticker Symbol VZ
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2025, Verizon's revenue was $138.19 billion, an increase of 2.52% compared to the previous year's $134.79 billion. Earnings were $17.17 billion, a decrease of -1.90%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Summary

According to 14 analysts, the average rating for VZ stock is "Buy." The 12-month stock price target is $50.18, which is an increase of 6.27% from the latest price.

Price Target
$50.18
(6.27% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Buy
Stock Forecasts

News

Verizon to Speak at Upcoming Investor Conferences

NEW YORK, May 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dan Schulman, CEO of Verizon (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ), is scheduled to speak at the MoffettNathanson Media, Internet & Communications Conference on Wednesday, May ...

1 day ago - GlobeNewsWire

Option traders moderately bearish in Verizon with shares down 0.69%

Option traders moderately bearish in Verizon (VZ), with shares down 32c near $47.12. Options volume relatively light with 30k contracts traded and puts leading calls for a put/call ratio of

2 days ago - TheFly

Verizon cutting a few hundred jobs nationwide

U.S. wireless carrier Verizon said ​on Thursday it is ‌cutting a few hundred jobs nationwide ​as it continues ​work to revamp its ⁠operations.

2 days ago - Reuters

Verizon cuts several hundred US workers months after slashing 13,000 jobs

Verizon is cutting several hundred workers, or less than 1% of its head count. The move affects employees across the US, with the largest share of the cuts at the company's New Jersey headquarters.

2 days ago - Business Insider

Erste downgrades Verizon on less-than-peer growth

Erste Group downgraded Verizon (VZ) to Hold from Buy, saying the company’s earnings growth is lower than the sector average. This should remain throughout 2026, the analyst tells investors in

4 days ago - TheFly

Verizon downgraded to Hold from Buy at Erste Group

Erste Group analyst Hans Engel downgraded Verizon (VZ) to Hold from Buy.

4 days ago - TheFly

These ‘Preferred' Monthly Dividends Are On The Discount Rack

Preferred stocks are a little-known dividend secret. Worth knowing, by the way—they can yield up to 9.9%!

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7 days ago - Forbes

T-Mobile vs. Verizon: Which Big Phone Carrier Works Best for You?

We compare price, perks, reach and more for two of the largest mobile carriers in the US.

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8 days ago - CNET

Cydcor Earns Verizon's 2025 ACD Wireless Agent of the Year Award

Cydcor recognized by Verizon Partner Network for extraordinary achievement, customer excellence, and commitment to mutual success. Agoura Hills, California--(Newsfile Corp. - April 30, 2026) - Cydcor,...

9 days ago - Newsfile Corp

Verizon price target raised to $52 from $49 at JPMorgan

JPMorgan raised the firm’s price target on Verizon (VZ) to $52 from $49 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares.

9 days ago - TheFly

OXIO Appoints Former Verizon Executive Jeremy Bolton as Chief Commercial Officer to Drive Next Phase of Global Growth

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--OXIO, a leading Telecom-as-a-Service (TaaS) platform, today announced the appointment of Jeremy Bolton, former Visible and Verizon executive, as Chief Commercial Officer (CC...

9 days ago - Business Wire

Mixed options sentiment in Verizon with shares down 1.3%

Mixed options sentiment in Verizon (VZ), with shares down 62c near $46.62. Options volume relatively light with 55k contracts traded and calls leading puts for a put/call ratio of 0.48,

10 days ago - TheFly

Verizon's Streaming Deals Let You Watch Netflix, Disney Plus and More, for Less

An eligible mobile or home internet subscription is the key to epic savings on the entertainment you love.

10 days ago - CNET

Verizon price target raised to $50 from $49 at Morgan Stanley

Morgan Stanley raised the firm’s price target on Verizon (VZ) to $50 from $49 and keeps an Equal Weight rating on the shares. Verizon showed early signs of progress in

11 days ago - TheFly

*MEDIA ALERT* How to win free tickets to the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final with Verizon

NEW YORK, April 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon is giving its mobile and home customers, as well as small businesses nationwide, the ultimate chance to experience the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final. ...

11 days ago - GlobeNewsWire

Retailers and Telcos Want to Be the Consumer's Bank

Nonbanks across industries are aligning with chartered financial institutions to assemble branded financial ecosystems that have regulated balance sheets as a foundation, reshaping how consumers encou...

12 days ago - PYMNTS

Verizon Stock (VZ) Rallies on Strong Earnings and Raised Guidance

The telecom added customers for the first time in years.

12 days ago - TipRanks

Midday Fly By: Verizon reports ‘beat and raise,’ Shell to acquire ARC

The major averages were broadly lower amid stalled peace negotiations between the U.S. and Iran as well as new escalation in the Strait of Hormuz. Investors are also balancing continued

12 days ago - TheFly

Verizon stock: why are investors ignoring Q1 revenue miss

Verizon (NYSE: VZ) is pushing higher on Apr. 27, even though the telecommunications giant came in slightly shy of revenue estimates for its first financial quarter. While the top-line number of $34.4 ...

12 days ago - Invezz

Early notable gainers among liquid option names on April 27th

Notable gainers among liquid option names this morning include Micron (MU) $520.33 +23.61, Verizon (VZ) $48.08 +1.70, Sandisk Corporation (SNDK) $1023.95 +34.05, Stanley Black and Decker (SWK) $79.04 ...

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12 days ago - TheFly

Monday's Morning Movers: VZ & DPZ Earnings, Memory Chip PT Hikes

Verizon (VZ) posted and earnings beat but slightly missed on revenue expectations. Domino's Pizza (DPZ) couldn't serve its own earnings beat.

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12 days ago - Schwab Network

Verizon backs FY26 capital expenditures view $16B-$16.5B

Backs FY26 free cash flow view $21.5B or more. Backs FY26 total mobility and broadband service revenue growth view 2%-3%. Backs FY26 cash flow from operations view $37.5B-$38B. Says pleased

12 days ago - TheFly

Video: Verizon rises, Domino’s dips after earnings

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12 days ago - TheFly

Fed Rate Decision, Verizon, Coca-Cola, Apple, Meta, Exxon, and Much More to Watch This Week

This week brings what could be Jerome Powell's final presser as Fed chair, and we'll also see PCE inflation data. Plus, it's a huge week for earnings, with about a third of S&P 500 companies reporting...

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12 days ago - Barrons

Verizon Communications Earnings Call Transcript: Q1 2026

Q1 2026 saw 2.9% revenue growth, record adjusted EPS and EBITDA, and positive postpaid phone net adds for the first time in 13 years. Transformation and integration efforts drove lower churn, improved margins, and strong cash flow, prompting raised EPS and net add guidance for 2026.

12 days ago - Transcripts