Verizon Communications (VZ.US) Dividend 2026/2027: 5.9% – Price Target and Rating

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Price history for Verizon Communications (VZ.US) – stock price at 46.67 $, August 2026
Verizon Communications stock price – price development 2026. Updated Aug 6, 2026.
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Verizon Communications Price Target 2026: Analysts See 10% Upside

The average price target for Verizon Communications is $51.56. This price target represents the analysts' view of the stock price over the next 12 months. The stock may be undervalued, because the price target is higher than the current price. The stock is 10,48% below the target, which can point to potential returns within the next 12 months if the analysts' view proves right. Also consider the stock's valuation ratios such as P/E, P/S and P/B, plus the technical analysis further down the page, for the full picture.

Is Verizon Communications overvalued or undervalued?

Verizon Communications is currently undervalued with a gap of 10.5% relative to the price target.


The current price is $46.67, which places Verizon Communications in the undervalued category. The stock is considered undervalued when the price is below $46.40, and overvalued when the price exceeds $56.72.


The fair value range is defined as ±10% of the price target, because price targets are estimates rather than exact values. For Verizon Communications, the fair value range lies between $46.40 and $56.72.


See the full price target analysis for Verizon Communications →

Analyst Ratings for Verizon Communications stock in 2026: Buy

26 analysts cover Verizon Communications. Analysts are mostly neutral — 50% recommend Hold. The average price target is $51.56, which gives an upside of 10.5% from the current price.

Consensus: Buy (3.73/5)
Strong Buy
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3.73 out of 5 based on 26 analysts

About Verizon Communications – Telecom Services

Verizon er en gigant inden for kommunikation og teknologi, der driver forretning globalt. De tjener primært penge på at sælge service og produkter til både forbrugere, virksomheder og det offentlige. På forbrugersiden sælger Verizon mobilabonnementer og internetadgang, hvor især deres trådløse udstyr som smartphones og smartwatches er vigtige. De leverer også faste løsninger, for eksempel via deres Fios-tjeneste, som giver kunderne internet og tv. Verizon havde ved udgangen af 2021 cirka 115 millioner trådløse kunder. De sælger også netværksforbindelser til andre teleselskaber. Deres forretningsdel fokuserer på netværksløsninger og cloud-forbindelser til større kunder. Verizon er altså dybt involveret i hele spektret af digital kommunikation. Read more about the company

Key Figures for Verizon Communications

$ 195B Market cap
$ 139B Revenue
Telecom Services Industry
12.21 P/E
1.40 P/S
1.88 P/B
USA Listed on exchange

What kind of stock is Verizon Communications?

Dividend stock Value stock Momentum stock

Verizon Communications is classified as a dividend stock and value stock and momentum stock. This means the stock combines several attractive traits, including a dividend of 5.9%, and strong price momentum.

Score Overview for Verizon Communications

💰 Value Score 86/100 (Very High)
⭐ Quality Score 61/100 (High)
🚀 Momentum Score 71/100 (High)
📊 Total Score 72/100

⚠️ 2 red flags identified

Our analysis has identified 2 potential risk factors in Verizon Communications that investors should be aware of.

⚠️ High debt: The debt-to-equity ratio is 286% – the company carries considerably more debt than equity, which raises the financial risk.
⚠️ Falling earnings: Quarterly earnings have fallen 22% year over year – the company's profitability is under pressure.

📈 Valuation

Verizon Communications trades at a P/E ratio of 12.2, which is below the market average and can point to an attractive price. The forward P/E is 9.3 (23% lower), which suggests the market expects rising earnings. The P/S ratio is 1.4. The P/B ratio is 1.9. The PEG ratio is 0.89 — below 1.0 suggests the stock is cheap relative to its growth rate.

💵 Profitability & Growth

Verizon Communications has a profit margin of 11.6% (solid) and an operating margin of 23.0%. Return on equity (ROE) is 15.8% — solid return on equity. Return on assets (ROA) is 5.1%. The latest quarterly earnings grew -22.0% year over year — falling earnings.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 6 out of 9 — good financial health. Altman Z2 is 1.21 (middle zone — moderate). The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 286.3% — high debt, which raises the risk.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 2.05%.

Verizon Communications Dividend 2026: 5.9% Dividend Yield

Dividend Key Figures for Verizon Communications in 2026

Dividend yield
5.90%
Dividend per share
0.71 USD
Payout ratio
57.3%
Healthy
Dividend growth (5 years)
-17.7%
Avg. annual dividend (3 years)
2.45 USD

When does Verizon Communications pay a dividend in 2026?

Latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend)
July 10, 2026
Next dividend payment
August 3, 2026
Latest payment date
August 3, 2026

How much does Verizon Communications pay in dividends?

Verizon Communications pays dividends to its shareholders. The most recently paid dividend was 0.71 USD per share, which corresponds to a dividend yield of 5.90%. Over the last 5 years, the annual dividend has fallen by 17.7%.

The payout ratio is 57.3%, which is considered healthy and sustainable. The company balances rewarding shareholders with reinvesting in growth.

Historical Dividend Payments for Verizon Communications

We have registered dividend payments for Verizon Communications since 2020-01-09. In that period the stock has paid a dividend 30 times, most recently on 2026-07-10. This stock qualifies as a stable dividend stock, because it has paid a dividend at least once a year for the last 5 years. That makes it attractive to investors looking for steady, regular dividend payments.

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Insider Trading in Verizon Communications 2026: The Signal Is negative

In 2026, insiders at Verizon Communications have made 20 transactions, all of which were sales. On a net basis, insiders took 67,113,416 $ out of the stock. Active insiders include Hammock Samantha, Stillwell Mary-Lee, Mary-Lee Stillwell and others. In the short term (last 3 months), the insider signal is negative.

Short-Term Signal (3 months): Negative

Insiders have exclusively sold shares over the last 3 months.

Over the last 3 months: 0 purchases and 1 sales. A net 3,494,890 $ out of the stock.

Long-Term Signal (all transactions): Negative

Insiders have exclusively sold shares in the recent period. This can suggest management sees limited opportunity.

Across the last 20 transactions: 0 purchases and 20 sales. A net 67,113,416 $ out of the stock.

Latest sale: Hammock Samantha sold 73,069 shares at 48 $ each on 2026-05-29.

Who is selling: Hammock Samantha, Stillwell Mary-Lee, Mary-Lee Stillwell, Vestberg Hans Erik, Venkatesh Vandana and others.

Latest Insider Trades in Verizon Communications (2026)

The table shows the last 20 reported insider transactions in Verizon Communications. Green rows are purchases, red rows are sales. The data is based on official filings.

Transaction date Name Type Number of shares Price per share ($) Total amount ($)
2026-05-29 Hammock Samantha Sell 73,069 48 3,494,890
2026-03-02 Stillwell Mary-Lee Sell 8,569 50 428,450
2026-03-02 Mary-Lee Stillwell Sell 8,569 50 428,450
2026-02-27 Vestberg Hans Erik Sell 61,661 50 3,091,683
2026-02-27 Venkatesh Vandana Sell 14,884 50 746,284
2026-02-27 Stillwell Mary-Lee Sell 9,448 50 473,723
2026-02-27 Skiadas Anthony T Sell 36,234 50 1,816,773
2026-02-27 Russo Joseph J. Sell 19,003 50 952,810
2026-02-27 Malady Kyle Sell 34,020 50 1,705,763
2026-02-27 Hammock Samantha Sell 17,011 50 852,932

Who is buying and selling Verizon Communications shares in 2026?

The following insiders have sold shares: Hammock Samantha, Stillwell Mary-Lee, Mary-Lee Stillwell, Vestberg Hans Erik, Venkatesh Vandana and others. In total, 67,113,416 $ was sold across 20 transactions. Insider trades are legal transactions in which executives and board members buy or sell shares of their own company. These transactions are reported to the SEC and are publicly available.

Verizon Communications Short Selling 2026: 2.1% Sold Short

Moderate short interest: 2.1% of the free float
Short % of free float
2.1%
Assessment
Moderate short interest
Short squeeze risk
Low
Data source
SEC
Updated daily
The stock has a moderate share of short selling. Between 2-5% of the freely traded shares are sold short, which is within the normal range for most stocks.

Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
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When Does Verizon Communications Report Earnings – Next Date: 10/20/2026

The next earnings report from Verizon Communications is scheduled for October 20, 2026, before the market opens. This report covers the third quarter (Q3), which ended on September 30, 2026.



Technical Analysis of Verizon Communications 2026 – Signal: Strong Buy

Overall Technical Signal: Strong Buy

Based on trend analysis (SMA50/SMA200) and MACD trend (positive/negative on a daily + weekly basis). Updated August 6, 2026.

Technical analysis of Verizon Communications (VZ.US) – RSI 57, MACD positive (bullish), daily candlestick chart August 2026
Verizon Communications technical analysis – candlestick chart with RSI and MACD. Updated Aug 6, 2026.

Trend Analysis of Verizon Communications Inc

Verizon Communications Inc is in a short-term uptrend. The price of $46.47 is 3.6% above the 20-day average ($44.86). Medium term, the picture is positive: the price is 3.5% above the 50-day average ($44.92). Long term, the stock is 6.9% above the 200-day average ($43.47), which confirms a long-term uptrend.

Golden Cross: The 50-day average (44.92) is above the 200-day average (43.47), which is a classic bullish signal for Verizon Communications Inc.

Is Verizon Communications Inc overbought or oversold?

Verizon Communications Inc has an RSI of 56.6. The stock shows positive momentum in the upper part of the neutral zone. Combined with the positive trend, this supports the bullish picture.

MACD Analysis for Verizon Communications Inc

Daily MACD: MACD is positive (0.819), which means the short-term trend is bullish (the 12-day EMA is above the 26-day EMA). MACD is above the signal line (0.545) by 0.274, which confirms rising momentum in the uptrend.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is positive (0.423), which indicates a broader bullish long-term trend. MACD5 is below the signal line (0.696) by 0.273, which suggests the long-term momentum is fading – the positive trend could come under pressure.

Overall MACD assessment: Both the daily and weekly trend are bullish (MACD positive). However, momentum shows signs of weakening on a weekly basis. Watch whether the trend holds.

Risk Profile for Verizon Communications Inc

Verizon Communications Inc has an annual standard deviation of 24.9%, which classifies the stock as low risk. Price swings are limited, and the stock suits conservative investors.

Overall Technical Conclusion for Verizon Communications Inc

Trend: Positive. The price trades above SMA50 and SMA200.

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bullish (0.819). Weekly bullish (0.423).

MACD momentum (signal): Daily rising. Weekly falling.

RSI: 56.6 – neutral.

Technical signal: Strong Buy

The price is in an uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200) and MACD is positive on both a daily and weekly basis. Trend and MACD trend confirm each other – the strongest technical buy signal.

Frequently Asked Questions About Verizon Communications stock in 2026

Should you buy Verizon Communications stock now?
Yes, the technical signal for Verizon Communications is currently BUY. Verizon Communications trades at $46.67 as of 8/6/2026. The overall technical signal is: Strong Buy. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is positive (bullish trend) at 0.819 with rising momentum (signal: 0.545); RSI is at 56.6 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $51.56 points to 10.5% upside. The stock is in a broader uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200). This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Verizon Communications stock?
The average analyst price target for Verizon Communications is $51.56. The current price is $46.67, which gives an upside of 10.5%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $46.40 and $56.72.
Is Verizon Communications a dividend stock?
Yes, Verizon Communications is a dividend stock with a dividend yield of 5.90%. The latest dividend was $0.71 per share. The latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend) was 7/10/2026. The payout ratio is 57.3%, which is considered moderate. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 8/3/2026.
When does Verizon Communications pay a dividend in 2026?
Verizon Communications pays its next dividend on 8/3/2026. The latest dividend was $0.71 per share with an ex-dividend date of 7/10/2026. The dividend yield is 5.90%. The payout ratio of 57.3% points to moderate dividend coverage.
What is the risk of Verizon Communications stock?
Verizon Communications is rated as a stock with low risk. the annual standard deviation is 24.9%, which classifies the stock as low risk.
Is Verizon Communications overvalued?
No, Verizon Communications is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (10.5% upside). Verizon Communications has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 12.2 (moderately valued), a P/S ratio of 1.4, a P/B ratio of 1.9. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 10.5%.
Is Verizon Communications overbought?
No, Verizon Communications is not overbought. RSI is at 56.6 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 56.6 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 4.0% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish).
When is the next Verizon Communications earnings report?
Verizon Communications reports its next earnings on October 20, 2026. The stock currently trades at $46.67. With a P/E ratio of 12.2, the market will be watching closely whether earnings meet expectations.
Is Verizon Communications shorted?
Yes, Verizon Communications is shorted with 2.1% of the free float sold short. This is a moderate level of short selling, within the normal range for most stocks. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying Verizon Communications stock?
No, insiders are not buying Verizon Communications shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 0 purchases and 1 sales. On a net basis, 3,494,890 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 0 purchases and 20 sales, with a net 67,113,416 $ sold. Active sellers include Hammock Samantha, Stillwell Mary-Lee, Mary-Lee Stillwell and others. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is Verizon Communications a good stock?
Based on our total score, Verizon Communications is rated as a good stock with a total score of 73 out of 100. The stock scores above average on value, quality and momentum – it is among the top 27% in our database. The score is made up of Value: 86/100, Quality: 61/100, Momentum: 71/100. In addition: analysts see 10.5% upside to the price target; a dividend of 5.90%; technical signal: Strong Buy. Whether Verizon Communications is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Verizon Communications stock?
The outlook for Verizon Communications based on current data: the average analyst price target is $51.56 (+10.5%); the stock is in an uptrend (above SMA50 and SMA200); the next earnings report is due on 10/20/2026, which can move the price; the P/E ratio is 12.2 (low – a possible value stock). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Verizon Communications stock rising?
Verizon Communications is rising right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 4.0% above the 20-day average; MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish signal); insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can Verizon Communications go?
The average analyst price target for Verizon Communications is $51.56, which corresponds to a potential gain of 10.5% from the current price of $46.67. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Verizon Communications fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for Verizon Communications. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Verizon Communications do?
Verizon er en gigant inden for kommunikation og teknologi, der driver forretning globalt. De tjener primært penge på at sælge service og produkter til både forbrugere, virksomheder og det offentlige. På forbrugersiden sælger Verizon mobilabonnementer og internetadgang, hvor i... The company belongs to the Kommunikation sector, more specifically the Telecom Services industry, is headquartered in USA, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Verizon Communications as an investment.
Did Verizon Communications raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Verizon Communications. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is Verizon Communications making money or losing money?
Yes, Verizon Communications is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 11.6% — which is solid. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 23.0%. At a P/E ratio of 12.2, you currently pay 12.2 dollars for every dollar of the company's annual earnings. A consistently profitable company is usually more resilient than growth stocks that are not yet making money.
Can Verizon Communications go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Verizon Communications is rated as moderate. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 1.21 — that places the company in the middle zone. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 6 — which is average. Debt relative to equity is 286% (high). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Verizon Communications have a lot of debt?
Yes, Verizon Communications has elevated debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 286%. For the kommunikation sector, anything above 150% counts as elevated — that raises the financial risk, especially if interest rates rise or earnings fall. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector. Can Verizon Communications service its debt? Can service its debt, but it weighs on the company — the interest coverage ratio (how many times earnings can cover interest payments) is 3.6x, and net debt equals 3.7 years of earnings (EBITDA).