Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ)

NYSE: VZ · Real-Time Price · USD
48.29
+0.02 (0.04%)
May 22, 2026, 9:44 AM EDT - Market open
Market Cap201.64B +9.0%
Revenue (ttm)139.15B +2.8%
Net Income17.34B -2.5%
EPS4.11 -2.2%
Shares Out 4.18B
PE Ratio11.75
Forward PE9.62
Dividend$2.83 (5.87%)
Ex-Dividend DateApr 10, 2026
Volume798,456
Open48.37
Previous Close48.27
Day's Range48.18 - 48.43
52-Week Range38.39 - 51.68
Beta0.22
AnalystsBuy
Price Target51.85 (+7.37%)
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 25 analysts, the average rating for VZ stock is "Buy." The 12-month stock price target is $51.85, which is an increase of 7.37% from the latest price.

Price Target
$51.85
(7.37% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Buy
Stock Forecasts

News

Verizon Announces Preliminary Shareholder Voting Results from 2026 Annual Meeting

NEW YORK, May 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) today announced the preliminary voting results from its 2026 annual meeting of shareholders. The meeting was c...

20 hours ago - GlobeNewsWire

Verizon announces a massive ticket drop for FIFA World Cup 2026™

Over 2,500 free tickets across 64 matches in every single U.S. host city drop June 1, 2026, only for Verizon customers

1 day ago - GlobeNewsWire

Verizon to redeem debt securities on June 20, 2026

NEW YORK, May 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Communications Inc. (“Verizon”) (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) today announced that it will redeem the following notes on June 20, 2026 (the “Redemption Date”):

1 day ago - GlobeNewsWire

Verizon champions the innovators of tomorrow, names winner of Verizon Frontline App Developer Challenge

NEW YORK, May 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Continuing a decades-long commitment to driving innovation in public safety, emergency response and community resilience, Verizon today announced the winner ...

1 day ago - GlobeNewsWire

Why AST SpaceMobile Is the Bigger Winner of the AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon Joint Venture

A trio of mega-cap communication services providers just announced a joint venture to extend mobile connectivity for wireless customers by using satellite-based, direct-to-service technologies.

Other symbols: ASTSTTMUS
2 days ago - MarketBeat

Verizon Report Warns of AI-Fueled Social Engineering Surge

Artificial intelligence is changing the economics of cybercrime, giving scammers and fraudsters a faster way to scale attacks that companies already struggle to stop.

2 days ago - PYMNTS

Moderately bullish activity in Verizon with shares up 2.09%

Moderately bullish activity in Verizon (VZ), with shares up 98c, or 2.09%, near $47.73. Options volume roughly in line with average with 56k contracts traded and calls leading puts for…

2 days ago - TheFly

AI-related data breaches surpass stolen credentials in cyber incidents, Verizon report says

AI-detected vulnerabilities surpassed incidents of stolen credentials in data breaches last year, according ​to an annual report from Verizon relating to industry security incidents.

2 days ago - Reuters

Vulnerability Exploitation Top Breach Entry Point, 2026 Industry-Wide DBIR Finds

The 19th edition of the Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR) confirms AI-driven speed as a new challenge, pushing security strategy toward fundamental resilience The 19th edition of the Data Breac...

3 days ago - GlobeNewsWire

Verizon Communications Transcript: J.P. Morgan 54th Annual Global Technology, Media and Communications Conference

Transformation is ahead of schedule, with customer-centricity, AI integration, and efficiency driving improved churn, cost structure, and shareholder returns. AI is expected to deliver multi-billion dollar opportunities, while network leadership and industry partnerships support future growth.

4 days ago - Transcripts

Mixed options sentiment in Verizon with shares up 0.27%

Mixed options sentiment in Verizon (VZ), with shares up 12c, or 0.27%, near $47.19. Options volume relatively light with 11k contracts traded and calls leading puts for a put/call ratio…

6 days ago - TheFly

A Shot at Elon Musk’s SpaceX? America’s Largest Telcos Eye JV to End ‘Dead Zones’

AT&T ($T), T-Mobile U.S. ($TMUS), and Verizon ($VZ), the three largest network providers in the U.S., on Thursday announced their preliminary agreement to form a joint venture. The goal is…

Other symbols: ASTSTTMUS
7 days ago - TipRanks

Mixed options sentiment in Verizon with shares down 0.29%

Mixed options sentiment in Verizon (VZ), with shares down 14c near $47.08. Options volume relatively light with 54k contracts traded and calls leading puts for a put/call ratio of 0.59,…

7 days ago - TheFly

FCC grants Verizon, U.S. Celluar applications to assign spectrum licenses

The FCC released an Order approving the applications of Verizon Wireless (VZ) and United States Cellular Corporation (AD) for consent to assign certain spectrum licenses to Verizon Wireless.”In this M...

Other symbols: AD
7 days ago - TheFly

FCC approves Verizon's $1 billion spectrum purchase

The Federal Communications ​Commission said Thursday ‌it has approved Verizon's 2024 $1 ​billion deal ​to acquire some spectrum ⁠assets from ​U.S. Cellular to ​expand its network capacity and coverage...

Other symbols: TMUS
7 days ago - Reuters

Award-Winning Film ‘An Inconvenient Study' Being Blocked By Verizon

AUSTIN, Texas, May 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Informed Consent Action Network (ICAN) is investigating mounting reports from Verizon customers who say they are unable to access the website for the fi...

7 days ago - GlobeNewsWire

AST ‘commends’ proposed joint venture between U.S. mobile network operators

AST SpaceMobile (ASTS) “commends” the announcement by AT&T (T), T-Mobile (TMUS), and Verizon (VZ) to form a joint venture to extend mobile connectivity for wireless customers by using satellite-based,...

Other symbols: ASTSCHTTTMUS
8 days ago - TheFly

Cell Carriers Team Up to Boost Coverage Across the U.S.

AT&T, T-Mobile US and Verizon Communications are teaming up to boost coverage and connectivity in remote regions across the country.

Other symbols: TTMUS
8 days ago - WSJ

US wireless carriers to launch joint venture to address rural 'dead zones'

Verizon , AT&T and T-Mobile ​said on Thursday ‌that they agreed in principle ​to form a ​new joint venture ⁠that seeks to ​address long-time coverage ​gaps especially in rural areas by using ​satellit...

Other symbols: TTMUS
8 days ago - Reuters

AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon plan to launch joint venture to end dead zones

AT&T (T), T-Mobile (TMUS), and Verizon (VZ) have an agreement in principle to form a new joint venture which aims to help end wireless dead zones in the U.S., including…

Other symbols: CHTTTMUS
8 days ago - TheFly

AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon Plan to Launch New Joint Venture that Helps End Dead Zones

DALLAS and BELLEVUE, Wash. and NEW YORK, May 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ --  Further expands American wireless leadership by boosting coverage and connectivity for underserved communities in remote regions,...

Other symbols: TTMUS
8 days ago - PRNewsWire

Mixed options sentiment in Verizon with shares down 0.39%

Mixed options sentiment in Verizon (VZ), with shares down 18c near $47.74. Options volume relatively light with 11k contracts traded and calls leading puts for a put/call ratio of 0.32,…

8 days ago - TheFly

Verizon Communications Transcript: MoffettNathanson's 2026 Media, Internet & Communications Conference

The CEO outlined a turnaround strategy focused on customer-centricity, efficiency, and sustainable growth, with major OpEx and CapEx cuts, a strong dividend, and a $25B buyback. Growth will be driven by network quality, convergence, AI infrastructure, and disciplined financial management.

9 days ago - Transcripts

These 5 Stocks Yield More Than 5% and Are Still Growing Profits

High-yield dividend stocks are rare in today's market. Verizon, Kimberly-Clark, and three others still offer payouts above 5% while growing earnings.

Other symbols: BBYKMBPAYXVICI
10 days ago - Barrons

Verizon announces tender offers and consent solicitations for 20 series of Verizon and certain of its subsidiaries' notes

NEW YORK, May 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Communications Inc. (“Verizon”) (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) today announced the commencement of 20 separate offers, for its own account and on behalf of certa...

11 days ago - GlobeNewsWire