Verizon Communications Inc (VZ)
Fair ValueFundamental
66
Price
$41.65
Market Cap
$191.04B
Part 1 · What the company is worth
Overview
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 through its wireless networks, as well as related equipment and devices, such as smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, and other wireless-enabled connected devices. The segment also offers wireline services in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern United States, as well as Washington D.C. through its fiber-optic network, Verizon Fios product portfolio, and a copper-based network. The Business segment provides wireless and wireline communications services and products, including FWA and wireline broadband, advanced communication services, corporate networking, security and managed network, local and long-distance voice, and network access services to deliver various IoT services and products to businesses, government customers, and wireless and wireline carriers in the United States and internationally. The company distributes its products and services through direct channels, company-operated stores, digital and omnichannel platforms, indirect agents, business solution resellers, and national retailers. 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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Balance Sheet & Liquidity
Revenue
$138.90B
Trailing 12 months (through 6/30/2026)
Net Income
$16.17B
Trailing 12 months (through 6/30/2026)
Free Cash Flow
-
Total Equity
$105.74B
Total Liabilities
$298.52B
Current Ratio
0.60
Interest Coverage
3.88
Debt/EBITDA
3.96
Earnings Per Share
Revenue & Net Income
Free Cash Flow
Income Breakdown
Historical statement
Margins over time
Debt over time
How heavy the debt is
Growth grid
Growth — Revenue
Fair Value Estimation
Fair Value
$53.54
Current Price
$41.65
Margin of Safety
+22.2%
Fair Value Range
$34.80 - $72.29
Spread across the valuation methods used, not a statistically calibrated confidence interval.
Estimation Methods
Valuation Metrics
P/E Ratio
10.82
ROE
16.2%
P/B Ratio
1.64
P/FCF
-
Gross Margin
-
ROIC
6.5%
Profitability Radar
Value Creation (Economic Moat)
ROIC
6.5%
WACC
5.4%
ROIC − WACC
+1.1 pp
ROIC exceeds the cost of capital — the company is creating value for shareholders.
Fundamental Analysis Criteria
Passed (14)
- EPS shows upward trend
- ROIC 6.5%
- P/B ratio 1.64
- Debt/equity ratio
- Operating margin 20.5%
- Interest coverage
- Debt/EBITDA
- Return on tangible assets
- Price below Graham Number
- ROE 15.5%
- Analyst consensus: 50% buy
- Earnings quality (operating cash flow / net income) 2.40
- Share dilution 0.0%
- Piotroski F-Score 6/9
Failed (8)
- EPS CAGR 4.31%
- Price CAGR -0.53%
- Current ratio
- Low reliance on intangibles
- DCF valuation (Fairly Valued)
- Revenue growth 5Y 1.5%
- Earnings surprise, average 0.7%
- Net margin trend 11.6% vs 13.3%
Unavailable (6)
- Gross margin –
- P/FCF –
- Dividend payout –
- Positive free cash flow
- CapEx intensity
- PEG ratio (needs P/E > 0 and growth > 0)
Piotroski F-Score
Mixed signals: some areas need attention
Earnings Quality
High quality: earnings backed by cash
Share Dilution
Buying back shares. Shareholder friendly
Institutional Holdings
No institutional filings reported for this company.
Governance
Executive Team
| Name | Title | Age |
|---|---|---|
| Mr. Daniel H. Schulman | Director & CEO | 67 |
| Mr. Anthony T. Skiadas CPA | Executive VP & CFO | 56 |
| Ms. Vandana Venkatesh | Executive VP & Chief Legal Officer | 53 |
| Mr. Hans Erik Vestberg | Special Adviser | 60 |
| Mr. Kyle Malady | Executive VP & CEO of Verizon Business Group | 57 |
| Ms. Mary-Lee Stillwell | Senior VP of Accounting & External Reporting and Controller | 50 |
| Mr. Santiago Tenorio | CTO & Senior VP of Strategy and Technology Enablement | - |
| Ms. Colleen Ostrowski | Senior Vice President of Investor Relations | 51 |
| Ms. Leslie Berland | Executive VP & Chief Marketing Officer | - |
| Ms. Kathleen Grillo | Senior VP and Deputy General Counsel of Public Policy & Government Affairs | - |
Audit Risk
7
Board Risk
1
Compensation Risk
7
Shareholder Rights Risk
3
Part 2 · The price and when to enter
This part won't tell you whether the company is worth owning: it helps you choose when to buy it, once the fundamentals have convinced you. Inside: technical analysis, potential, historical drawdowns, gamma exposure.
Documents
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Annual Report (10-K)
A yearly overview of the business, its financial results, and the risks it faces.
Filed on 2026-02-17
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Quarterly Report (10-Q)
A snapshot of financial performance for the most recent three-month period.
Filed on 2026-07-31
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Current Report (8-K)
An announcement of a major event, such as a leadership change or big news.
Filed on 2026-09-29
via SEC EDGAR
Income History
via SEC EDGAR
Latest News
Recent headlines for VZ, sourced from Markets Gazette.
- 2d agoNEGATIVEI piani di SpaceX scuotono i carrier storici; c'è un vincitore a sorpresa
Verizon Communications Inc. shares plummeted 10% on Friday, marking its worst trading day since 2002, following SpaceX's announcement to acquire a national portfolio of low-band spectrum licenses. This move intensifies competitive pressures from Elon Musk's space and AI venture, impacting traditional wireless carriers. T-Mobile US Inc. fell 13.03%, and AT&T Inc. dropped over 10%, hitting multi-year lows. The news suggests a significant shift in the telecommunications landscape, with SpaceX's entry potentially disrupting market dynamics and impacting the revenue streams of established players.
- 7/24/2026POSITIVEVerizon’s stock rises after earnings — and a surprise entry into a new AI business area
Verizon Communications Inc. saw its stock price increase following its latest earnings report, which also revealed a strategic expansion into a new artificial intelligence business area. The company's Chief Financial Officer highlighted a significant new revenue stream derived from a 'dark fiber' deal with Google, which is expected to contribute positively beyond its core operations. This diversification into AI, coupled with the new revenue source, suggests potential for future growth and enhanced profitability, making it an attractive prospect for investors seeking exposure to both telecommunications and emerging tech sectors.
- 7/2/2026NEGATIVESpaceX panic sends Verizon and AT&T shares toward their worst week in years
Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) and AT&T Inc. (T) are experiencing significant stock declines, heading towards their worst weekly performance in years. This downturn is attributed to the increasing competitive threat posed by SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet service. The looming competition from Starlink, which offers a potentially disruptive alternative for broadband and mobile connectivity, is creating investor apprehension about the long-term market share and revenue prospects of these established telecommunications giants. The market is reassessing the traditional telecom business model in light of this emerging technological challenge.
- 6/29/2026NEUTRALVerizon, BT Are Said to Near JV Deal for International Business
Verizon Communications Inc. is reportedly in advanced negotiations to merge a portion of its international operations with those of UK-based BT Group Plc. This potential joint venture aims to consolidate international business segments, potentially creating a more focused and efficient global entity. While the specifics of the deal are still under discussion, the move could signal a strategic shift for Verizon in its international market approach. Investors will be monitoring the final terms and potential synergies of this collaboration.
- 6/29/2026POSITIVEVerizon and BT Create Joint Venture for International Businesses
Verizon Communications Inc. has partnered with UK's BT Group Plc to form a joint venture consolidating their international business operations. This strategic alliance is projected to generate a combined annual revenue of approximately $4 billion. The venture aims to streamline international services, potentially leading to cost efficiencies and enhanced market reach for both entities. For Verizon investors, this move signifies a strategic effort to bolster its global presence and competitive positioning in the international telecommunications landscape, possibly unlocking new revenue streams and improving profitability in overseas markets.
via Markets Gazette