VZ

Verizon Communications

Fundamental data last updated:March 30, 2026

company profile

SECTOR

Communication Services

industry

Telecom Services

Exchange

NYSE

County of HQ

United States

Next Earnings Date

04/27/26

Business Summary

Verizon Communications provides telecommunications services, including wireless and wireline communication solutions to consumers and businesses. The company operates network infrastructure that delivers voice, data, and related services across its coverage areas.

VALUATION

P/E

12.4

Market Cap ($M USD)

$212,191

Forward P/E

9.6

PEG

4.2

PRICE TO SALES

1.5

PRICE TO BOOK

2

EV / EBITDA

7.9

5-Year Average P/E

DIVIDEND

Yield

5.40%

Annual Payout

$2.83

Payout Ratio

50.40%

Consecutive Years of Dividend Growth

10+

5-Year Dividend Growth Rate

1.90%

Financial Health & Profitability

Earnings Per Share

$4.06

Next Year EPS Growth Estimate

$5.26

Next Year Revenue Growth Estimate

1.10%

Return on Equity (ROE)

16.40%

Operating Margin

21.20%

Debt-to-Equity

1.7

Piotroski F-Score

4

Altman Z-Score

1.3

Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)

8.00%%

Current Ratio

0.9

Quick Ratio

Gainseekers Quantitative Analysis

Summary

Verizon Communications has a market capitalization of $212,191M and trades at a P/E of 12.4 with a forward P/E of 9.6, suggesting expectations of improved earnings ahead. The company maintains an operating margin of 16.40% with Return on Equity at 1.10% and Debt/Equity of 21.20%. With a Price/Sales ratio of 1.5, Price/Book of 2, and institutional ownership at 50.73%, the stock reflects moderate valuation metrics within the Communication Services sector.

AI Exposure / Tech Reliance

Verizon operates in Telecom Services, a sector increasingly reliant on network infrastructure, automation, and data-driven optimization, though direct AI exposure appears indirect rather than core to its revenue base. Technology investment remains essential to sustaining margins and competitive positioning.

The Bull Case

The forward P/E of 9.6 compared to the current P/E of 12.4 may indicate anticipated earnings strength, supported by EPS of 7.9 and projected EPS next year of $4.06. A TTM yield of 1.7, dividend per share of 5.40%, and a 5-year average dividend above 10% may appeal to income-focused investors.

The Bear Case

Return on Equity of 1.10% suggests limited profitability efficiency relative to shareholder capital. A PEG Forward of 4.2 combined with Sales Growth Next Year listed at $5.26 may signal growth concerns relative to valuation, while Debt/Equity at 21.20% introduces balance sheet risk.

Market Sentiment & Smart Money

Short Interest %

2.30%

Analyst Consensus

2.28

Average Analyst Price Target

$50.73

Institutional Ownership %

68.90%

1-Year Beta

0.1

Insider Buying % (6 Mo)

0.10%%

Distance to 52-Week High

97.40%%

Distance to 52-Week Low

131.10%%