Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ)

NYSE: VZ · Real-Time Price · USD
47.06
-0.15 (-0.32%)
At close: May 14, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT
47.11
+0.05 (0.11%)
Pre-market: May 15, 2026, 8:23 AM EDT
Market Cap196.50B +5.8%
Revenue (ttm)139.15B +2.8%
Net Income17.34B -2.5%
EPS4.11 -2.2%
Shares Out 4.18B
PE Ratio11.46
Forward PE9.36
Dividend$2.83 (6.01%)
Ex-Dividend DateApr 10, 2026
Volume16,585,109
Open47.46
Previous Close47.21
Day's Range46.91 - 47.50
52-Week Range38.39 - 51.68
Beta0.22
AnalystsBuy
Price Target50.18 (+6.63%)
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 6.63% from the latest price.

Price Target
$50.18
(6.63% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Buy
Stock Forecasts

News

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
2 hours 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,…

14 hours 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
17 hours 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
18 hours 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...

19 hours 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
23 hours 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
1 day 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
1 day 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
1 day 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
1 day 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,…

1 day 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.

1 day 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
3 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...

4 days ago - GlobeNewsWire

Verizon announces private exchange offers and consent solicitations for 11 series of notes open to certain investors

NEW YORK, May 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Communications Inc. (“Verizon”) (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) today announced the commencement of offers to exchange (the “Exchange Offers”), on behalf of certa...

4 days ago - GlobeNewsWire

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 ...

6 days 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…

7 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.

7 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.

7 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…

10 days ago - TheFly

Verizon downgraded to Hold from Buy at Erste Group

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

10 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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12 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.

Other symbols: TMUS
13 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,...

14 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.

14 days ago - TheFly