Verizon Communications Inc. offers communications, technology, information, and entertainment products and services to consumers, businesses, and governmental entities worldwide. Its Consumer segment provides postpaid and prepaid service plans; internet access on notebook computers and tablets; wireless equipment, including smartphones and other handsets; and wireless-enabled internet devices, such as tablets, and other wireless-enabled connected devices, such as smart watches. It also provides residential fixed connectivity solutions, including internet, video, and voice services; and sells network access to mobile virtual network operators. As of December 31, 2020, it had approximately 94 million wireless retail connections, 7 million broadband connections, and 4 million Fios video connections. The company's Business segment provides network connectivity products, including private networking, private cloud connectivity, virtual and software defined networking, and internet access services; and internet protocol-based voice and video services, unified communications and collaboration tools, and customer contact center solutions. This segment also offers a suite of management and data security services; domestic and global voice and data solutions, including voice calling, messaging services, conferencing, contact center solutions, and private line and data access networks; customer premises equipment; installation, maintenance, and site services; and Internet of Things products and services. As of December 31, 2020, it had approximately 27 million wireless retail postpaid connections and 482 thousand broadband connections. Verizon Communications Inc. has a strategic partnership with Mastercard Incorporated. The company was formerly known as Bell Atlantic Corporation and changed its name to Verizon Communications Inc. in June 2000. Verizon Communications Inc. was incorporated in 1983 and is headquartered in New York, New York.
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| Date | Price Target | Rating | Analyst |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4/11/2025 | $48.00 | In-line → Outperform | Evercore ISI |
| 3/12/2025 | Outperform → Peer Perform | Wolfe Research | |
| 1/29/2025 | $40.00 | Hold → Buy | DZ Bank |
| 12/10/2024 | $48.00 | Mkt Perform | Bernstein |
| 10/24/2024 | Overweight → Sector Weight | KeyBanc Capital Markets | |
| 7/1/2024 | $50.00 | Buy | Goldman |
| 3/22/2024 | $33.00 → $39.00 | Sell → Neutral | Redburn Atlantic |
| 1/31/2024 | $44.00 | Overweight → Equal Weight | Barclays |
| 1/24/2024 | $36.00 → $47.00 | Neutral → Outperform | Daiwa Securities |
| 1/16/2024 | $42.00 → $45.00 | Buy | Citigroup |
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NEW YORK, June 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon today announced its most significant customer experience transformation, designed to empower customers with easier, more personalized support. This evolution, a key component of Verizon's multi-year consumer strategy, introduces immediate and ongoing enhancements across customer care, digital services, and retail, leading the industry across every service dimension, built on America's largest, fastest and most reliable 5G network at home and on the go. "Today marks another significant step in our ongoing consumer business transformation journey that began two years ago," said Hans Vestberg, Verizon Chairman and CEO. "We are setting a new
NEW YORK, June 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Communications Inc. ("Verizon") ((NYSE, NASDAQ:VZ) today announced the final results of its Exchange Offers (as defined below) and its Cash Offers (as defined below). Exchange Offers The first transaction consists of 10 separate private offers to exchange (the "Exchange Offers") any and all of the outstanding series of notes listed in the table below (as used in the context of the Exchange Offers and the Cash Offers (as defined below), collectively the "Old Notes") in exchange for newly issued 5.401% Notes due 2037 of Verizon (the "New Notes"), on the terms and subject to the conditions set forth in the Offering Memorandum d
NEW YORK, June 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Communications Inc. ("Verizon") ((NYSE, NASDAQ:VZ) today announced the pricing terms of its two previously announced related transactions to repurchase 10 series of its outstanding notes listed in the tables below. Exchange Offers The first transaction consists of 10 separate private offers to exchange (the "Exchange Offers") any and all of the outstanding series of notes listed in the table below (as used in the context of the Exchange Offers and the Cash Offers (as defined below), collectively the "Old Notes") in exchange for newly issued debt securities of Verizon (the "New Notes"), on the terms and subject to the conditions set fort
Working students in Chicago invited to one-of-a-kind ‘Career Spark' fair on June 27 offering resources to balance work and life, apply to jobs in real time, and access professional headshots, networking swag and more Total Wireless, a leading provider of premium, affordable and flexible wireless plans covered by the Verizon 5G network, today announces the launch of Total Spark, the latest social impact program from the Verizon Value portfolio. Designed to support working students, Total Spark is tailor-made to meet the Total Wireless community where they are - whether they're working full-time and going to school at night, balancing family obligations with school, part-time students pur
NEW YORK, June 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Communications Inc. ((NYSE, NASDAQ:VZ) will report second-quarter 2025 earnings on Monday, July 21, 2025. The company will present results on a webcast beginning at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time. Second-quarter 2025 materials will be available at 7:00 a.m. ET on Verizon's Investor Relations website, https://www.verizon.com/about/investors. These materials will include: Detailed information on Verizon's second quarter results, including a recording and transcript of management's commentary;Verizon's earnings news release; andFinancial tables. Verizon Communications Inc. ((NYSE, NASDAQ:VZ) powers and empowers how its millions of customers live,
NEW YORK, June 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Communications Inc. ("Verizon") ((NYSE, NASDAQ:VZ) today announced the commencement of two related transactions to repurchase 10 series of its outstanding notes listed in the tables below. Exchange Offers The first transaction consists of 10 separate private offers to exchange (the "Exchange Offers") any and all of the outstanding series of notes listed in the table below (collectively, the "Old Notes") in exchange for newly issued debt securities of Verizon (the "New Notes"), on the terms and subject to the conditions set forth in the Offering Memorandum dated June 12, 2025 (the "Offering Memorandum"), the eligibility letter (the "Elig
BASKING RIDGE, N.J., June 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In April, Verizon Frontline launched its network slice for first responders coast-to-coast in 20+ markets. Today, Verizon is doubling down by launching the slice in more than 20 new markets, officially making the offering available nationwide wherever Verizon offers 5G Ultra Wideband service. Newly-added metropolitan areas, which bring the total to 50 major markets, with access to the Verizon Frontline Network Slice include: New York, N.Y.Little Rock, Ark.Hartford, Conn.Washington, D.C.New Orleans, La.Paterson, N.J.Cincinnati, OhioCleveland, OhioOklahoma City, Okla.Pittsburgh, Pa.Dallas, TexasPhiladelphia, Pa.Syracuse, N.Y.Fort Worth
NEW YORK, June 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors at Verizon Communications Inc. ((NYSE, NASDAQ:VZ) today declared a quarterly dividend of 67.75 cents per outstanding share, unchanged from the previous quarter. The quarterly dividend is payable on August 1, 2025 to Verizon shareholders of record at the close of business on July 10, 2025. Verizon continues to take a strategic and disciplined approach to achieving its financial goals by focusing on targeted customer segments and integrating its services to deliver greater personalization. Building on its financial strength, Verizon continues to invest in its business and drive innovation to better serve its customers. "As
Edge Transportation Exchange is an integrated mobile-network vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communication platform that allows a vehicle to communicate with other connected vehicles, road users, and infrastructure around it. Volkswagen Group of America, The Arizona Commerce Authority, Delaware Department of Transportation, and Rutgers University CAIT are already signed on as commercial users. What you need to know: Edge Transportation Exchange leverages Verizon's 5G and LTE networks, low-latency mobile edge computing (MEC), and geolocation technology to send alerts, messages and data between connected vehicles and infrastructure in near real time. Acts as an ecosystem enabler, offering automa
INDIANAPOLIS, May 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The 2025 Indianapolis 500 race set a new milestone for data usage and connection at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on the Verizon network. In just one day, inside the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, a total of 172 terabytes (TB) of data was used on the Verizon network, more than we've ever seen on the network at this race and one of the highest data usage events Verizon has ever recorded. "Connecting a city's worth of fans at the Indy 500, with more unique users than the Super Bowl had attendees, is a massive undertaking, putting unprecedented demand on wireless networks. We had more data running on our network than any previous NFL draft, and
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Evercore ISI upgraded Verizon from In-line to Outperform and set a new price target of $48.00
Wolfe Research downgraded Verizon from Outperform to Peer Perform
DZ Bank upgraded Verizon from Hold to Buy and set a new price target of $40.00
Bernstein initiated coverage of Verizon with a rating of Mkt Perform and set a new price target of $48.00
KeyBanc Capital Markets downgraded Verizon from Overweight to Sector Weight
Goldman initiated coverage of Verizon with a rating of Buy and set a new price target of $50.00
Redburn Atlantic upgraded Verizon from Sell to Neutral and set a new price target of $39.00 from $33.00 previously
Barclays downgraded Verizon from Overweight to Equal Weight and set a new price target of $44.00
Daiwa Securities upgraded Verizon from Neutral to Outperform and set a new price target of $47.00 from $36.00 previously
Citigroup reiterated coverage of Verizon with a rating of Buy and set a new price target of $45.00 from $42.00 previously
BASKING RIDGE, N.J., May 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Communications Inc. ((NYSE, NASDAQ:VZ) has announced preliminary results of the shareholder vote at its annual meeting, which was held today in a virtual-only format. Verizon's shareholders elected each of Verizon's 10 directors to a one-year term. Shareholders also voted in favor of two management proposals: Approved the compensation of the company's named executive officers as described in the 2025 proxy statement; andRatified the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as the company's independent registered public accounting firm. All three shareholder proposals were defeated: issue report on climate lobbying alignment; issue re
What you need to know: Verizon announces a substantial $5 billion commitment over the next five years with the launch of a new Small Business Supplier Accelerator.Verizon Small Business Digital Ready launched a new grant cycle where eligible small businesses can apply for $10,000 grants (open until June 30, 2025). NEW YORK, May 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon today announced a commitment to invest $5 billion over the next five years in US small business suppliers with the launch of its new Small Business Supplier Accelerator. The program helps create a pipeline for American small businesses, many of which are owned by veterans, to work with Verizon and other large corporations.
SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- [TL;DR] Samsung Galaxy S25 series is coming to Verizon with preorders kicking off todayCurrent and new customers can get a new Galaxy S25+ or Galaxy S25 on us, or $1,000 off a Galaxy S25 Ultra with select trade-in on Unlimited Ultimate plan1And choose a Galaxy Watch7 or Galaxy Tab S9 FE 5G, also on us. Service plans required for watch and tablet1 The big news Samsung's latest flagship smartphones — the Galaxy S25 Ultra, Galaxy S25+ and the Galaxy S25 — are available to Verizon customers. Packed with advanced AI features including Seamless actions across apps and Now Brief, along with Satellite SOS, these phones are designed to keep u
Purchasing Verizon products and services just got even easier Office Depot, an operating company of The ODP Corporation and a leading omnichannel retailer dedicated to helping its small business, home office, and education customers live more productive and organized lives, is pleased to announce its business initiative with Verizon, a renowned telecommunications and technology provider. This relationship aims to provide small and medium-sized businesses and consumer customers with a seamless shopping experience for Verizon products and services within Office Depot and OfficeMax stores. As part of this relationship, Verizon will offer a selection of Verizon business and consumer service
BASKING RIDGE, N.J., Oct. 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Communications ((NYSE, NASDAQ:VZ) today announced the appointment of Santiago "Yago" Tenorio as Chief Technology Officer and SVP of Strategy and Technology Enablement. Tenorio brings more than 25 years of technical expertise in the wireless industry to lead the next chapter of Verizon technology innovation. Tenorio will report directly to Joe Russo, Executive Vice President & President, Global Network and Technology. "As we continue to advance our 5G and 5G-advanced network builds, this is the right time to also look towards the future technology Verizon will enable," said Joe Russo, Executive Vice President & President, Globa
BASKING RIDGE, N.J., Aug. 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Frontline today announced the launch of a newly-established program designed to help strengthen partnerships with vendors in the public safety and mission-critical communications industry. The "Verizon Frontline-Verified" program offers a special designation to vendors whose products have been tested and met the rigorous standards required for public safety use on the Verizon network. The products eligible for this status are specifically designed to assist public safety officials and first responders during all types of hazards and emergencies. "This program is designed to help give the first responders we support peace
BASKING RIDGE, N.J., May 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Communications Inc. ((NYSE, NASDAQ:VZ) has announced preliminary results of the shareholder vote at its annual meeting, which was held today in a virtual-only format. Verizon's shareholders elected each of Verizon's 10 directors to a one-year term. Shareholders also voted in favor of two management proposals: Approved the compensation of the company's named executive officers as described in the 2024 proxy statement; andRatified the appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as the company's independent registered public accounting firm. All seven shareholder proposals were defeated: prohibit political contributions study; expand discl
NEW YORK, April 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Business, in collaboration with Nokia, is heading to Chicago to showcase the latest technologies driving business innovation and powering business growth at the first Innovation Session of 2024. This invite-only event will follow a curated program highlighting the transformative impact of 5G and other applications through immersive demonstrations of current and forward-looking use cases. "We're excited to bring our Innovation Sessions back to Soldier Field, showcasing Verizon Business' commitment to pioneering advancements in connectivity," said Jonathan Nikols, SVP, Global Enterprise Americas, Verizon Business. "Our upcoming Innovation
NEW YORK, April 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has recognized Verizon Communications Inc. ((NYSE, NASDAQ:VZ) as a recipient of the 2024 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award in the Energy Management category. This marks the 12th consecutive year that Verizon has been recognized by ENERGY STAR® for its ongoing leadership in protecting the environment through its numerous energy efficient milestones and achievements. Verizon has achieved 677 ENERGY STAR certifications for its properties since 2001 and will continue to pursue ENERGY STAR certifications for 100% of its eligible facilities. Verizon is actively reducing energy us
Shellye Archambeau brings over 30 years of expertise in technology leadership to the Lineage Board of Directors Lineage, Inc. ("Lineage"), the world's largest global temperature-controlled warehouse REIT and integrated solutions provider, today announced the appointment of Shellye Archambeau to the Board of Directors of Lineage's operating subsidiary, Lineage Logistics Holdings, LLC. Archambeau assumed her position on the board this month, bringing deep expertise as a seasoned CEO and public company board leader to her role. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240423547241/en/Lineage today announced the appointment
NEW YORK, June 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors at Verizon Communications Inc. ((NYSE, NASDAQ:VZ) today declared a quarterly dividend of 67.75 cents per outstanding share, unchanged from the previous quarter. The quarterly dividend is payable on August 1, 2025 to Verizon shareholders of record at the close of business on July 10, 2025. Verizon continues to take a strategic and disciplined approach to achieving its financial goals by focusing on targeted customer segments and integrating its services to deliver greater personalization. Building on its financial strength, Verizon continues to invest in its business and drive innovation to better serve its customers. "As
NEW YORK, Feb. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors at Verizon Communications Inc. ((NYSE, NASDAQ:VZ) today declared a quarterly dividend of 67.75 cents per outstanding share, unchanged from the previous quarter. The quarterly dividend is payable on May 1, 2025, to Verizon shareholders of record at the close of business on April 10, 2025. Verizon demonstrated strong performance in 2024, as it more than doubled wireless postpaid phone net additions compared to 2023, and continued to take broadband market share with Fios and fixed wireless access. The company delivered on financial guidance with impactful revenue growth and operational results and is well positioned t
NEW YORK, Dec. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of Verizon Communications Inc. ((NYSE, NASDAQ:VZ) today declared a quarterly dividend of 67.75 cents per outstanding share, unchanged from the previous quarter. The quarterly dividend is payable on February 3, 2025, to Verizon shareholders of record at the close of business on January 10, 2025. "Our focus on creating excellent connected life experiences for our customers every day empowers us to pay a consistent dividend, which we have increased for 18 consecutive years," said Chairman and CEO Hans Vestberg. "With the largest consumer wireless base in the U.S., industry leading share in business, and strong cash flow, we a
Key Takeaways: Verizon reaches fixed wireless access subscriber target 15 months ahead of scheduleCustomer demand for broadband solutions accelerates fixed wireless and fiber rolloutFixed wireless subscribers on path to double to 8-9 million by 2028Fiber network expected to expand to 35-40 million passings over time NEW YORK, Oct. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Communications Inc. ((NYSE, NASDAQ:VZ) today announced an update to its broadband strategy, with new fixed wireless subscriber goals, household targets and broadband offerings to accelerate its premium broadband and mobility services to millions more customers nationwide. Verizon has more than 11.9 million total broadband co
Key Highlights: Increases scale with 2.2 million fiber subscribers and will extend Verizon's network reach to 25 million premises across 31 states and Washington, D.C.Transaction valued at $20 billion, expected to be accretive to revenue and Adjusted EBITDA growth upon closingVerizon reaffirms full-year 2024 guidanceProjected to generate at least $500 million in annual run-rate cost synergiesVerizon to host investor conference call today at 8:00 AM Eastern Time NEW YORK and DALLAS, Sept. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Communications Inc. ((NYSE, NASDAQ:VZ) and Frontier Communications Parent, Inc. (NASDAQ:FYBR) today announced they have entered into a definitive agreement for Verizo
NEW YORK, Sept. 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors at Verizon Communications Inc. ((NYSE, NASDAQ:VZ) today declared a quarterly dividend of 67.75 cents per outstanding share, an increase of 1.25 cents per share from the previous quarter. The quarterly dividend is payable on November 1, 2024, to Verizon shareholders of record at the close of business on October 10, 2024. This is the 18th consecutive year Verizon's Board has approved a quarterly dividend increase. "Our strong focus on three key pillars – wireless service revenue growth, adjusted EBITDA expansion, and free cash flow generation – has once again put the Board in a position to raise the dividend," said Chairma
What you need to know: Verizon recently added 20 new small cells and added 5G capacity to 31 existing cell sites in Myrtle Beach, and added a new cell site to offer expanded 4G and 5G coverage and added 5G capacity to eight existing cell sites in Hilton Head.Beachgoers are more likely to bring their phones to the beach than a chair, umbrella, or cooler.Among those who have worked from the beach, nearly 1 in 5 say they've done so secretly, without telling their boss or coworkers (18%). MYRTLE BEACH, S.C., June 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Whether sharing beach volleyball pictures on social media, attending a quick work conference call, or making online dinner reser
NEW YORK, June 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of Verizon Communications Inc. ((NYSE, NASDAQ:VZ) today declared a quarterly dividend of 66.50 cents per outstanding share, consistent with the previous three quarters. The quarterly dividend is payable on August 1, 2024, to Verizon shareholders of record at the close of business on July 10, 2024. "Our commitment to delivering a consistent dividend reflects both our confidence in the strength of our cash flow and our dedication to creating value for our shareholders," said Chairman and CEO Hans Vestberg. "We are focused on putting the Board in a position to raise the dividend again later this year, which we have done for
NEW YORK, Feb. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of Verizon Communications Inc. ((NYSE, NASDAQ:VZ) today declared a quarterly dividend of 66.50 cents per outstanding share, unchanged from the previous two quarters. The quarterly dividend is payable on May 1, 2024, to Verizon shareholders of record at the close of business on April 10, 2024. "We are one of the strongest cash generating companies in the industry, and we are proud to have raised our dividend 17 years in a row," said Chairman and CEO Hans Vestberg. "We continue to focus on maximizing value for our shareholders and executing our network-as-a-service strategy." Verizon has approximately 4.2 billion shares of
NEW YORK, Dec. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors of Verizon Communications Inc. ((NYSE, NASDAQ:VZ) today declared a quarterly dividend of 66.50 cents per outstanding share, unchanged from the previous quarter. The quarterly dividend is payable on February 1, 2024, to Verizon shareholders of record at the close of business on January 10, 2024. "We are committed to delivering value to our customers and shareholders as we execute on our focused network strategy," said Chairman and CEO Hans Vestberg. "Our financial discipline and strong cash flow continue to put the company in a position for the Board to declare a quarterly dividend." Verizon has approximately 4.2 billion s