Verizon Communications (VZ) Increases Yet Falls Behind Market: What Investors Need to Know

23.12.24 23:45 Uhr

Werte in diesem Artikel
Aktien

38,45 EUR -0,06 EUR -0,14%

Indizes

PKT PKT

42.907,0 PKT 66,7 PKT 0,16%

16.393,8 PKT 170,4 PKT 1,05%

2.942,7 PKT 26,9 PKT 0,92%

5.974,1 PKT 43,2 PKT 0,73%

The most recent trading session ended with Verizon Communications (VZ) standing at $39.94, reflecting a +0.03% shift from the previouse trading day's closing. This change lagged the S&P 500's 0.73% gain on the day. At the same time, the Dow added 0.16%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 0.98%.The the stock of largest U.S. cellphone carrier has fallen by 7.46% in the past month, lagging the Computer and Technology sector's gain of 3.28% and the S&P 500's gain of 0.34%.The investment community will be paying close attention to the earnings performance of Verizon Communications in its upcoming release. In that report, analysts expect Verizon Communications to post earnings of $1.10 per share. This would mark year-over-year growth of 1.85%. Our most recent consensus estimate is calling for quarterly revenue of $35.4 billion, up 0.78% from the year-ago period.In terms of the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates predict earnings of $4.61 per share and a revenue of $134.44 billion, indicating changes of -2.12% and +0.35%, respectively, from the former year.It is also important to note the recent changes to analyst estimates for Verizon Communications. Recent revisions tend to reflect the latest near-term business trends. Therefore, positive revisions in estimates convey analysts' confidence in the company's business performance and profit potential.Empirical research indicates that these revisions in estimates have a direct correlation with impending stock price performance. To take advantage of this, we've established the Zacks Rank, an exclusive model that considers these estimated changes and delivers an operational rating system.The Zacks Rank system ranges from #1 (Strong Buy) to #5 (Strong Sell). It has a remarkable, outside-audited track record of success, with #1 stocks delivering an average annual return of +25% since 1988. Over the past month, the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate has moved 0.02% lower. Verizon Communications presently features a Zacks Rank of #3 (Hold).Looking at its valuation, Verizon Communications is holding a Forward P/E ratio of 8.65. This valuation marks a discount compared to its industry's average Forward P/E of 21.12.It is also worth noting that VZ currently has a PEG ratio of 3.42. This metric is used similarly to the famous P/E ratio, but the PEG ratio also takes into account the stock's expected earnings growth rate. The Wireless National industry had an average PEG ratio of 3.42 as trading concluded yesterday.The Wireless National industry is part of the Computer and Technology sector. Currently, this industry holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 136, positioning it in the bottom 46% of all 250+ industries.The Zacks Industry Rank evaluates the power of our distinct industry groups by determining the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks forming the groups. Our research shows that the top 50% rated industries outperform the bottom half by a factor of 2 to 1.Be sure to follow all of these stock-moving metrics, and many more, on Zacks.com.Zacks Naming Top 10 Stocks for 2025Want to be tipped off early to our 10 top picks for the entirety of 2025?History suggests their performance could be sensational.From 2012 (when our Director of Research Sheraz Mian assumed responsibility for the portfolio) through November, 2024, the Zacks Top 10 Stocks gained +2,112.6%, more than QUADRUPLING the S&P 500’s +475.6%. Now Sheraz is combing through 4,400 companies to handpick the best 10 tickers to buy and hold in 2025. Don’t miss your chance to get in on these stocks when they’re released on January 2.Be First to New Top 10 Stocks >>Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ): Free Stock Analysis ReportTo read this article on Zacks.com click here.Zacks Investment ResearchWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Zacks

Ausgewählte Hebelprodukte auf Verizon

Mit Knock-outs können spekulative Anleger überproportional an Kursbewegungen partizipieren. Wählen Sie einfach den gewünschten Hebel und wir zeigen Ihnen passende Open-End Produkte auf Verizon

NameHebelKOEmittent
NameHebelKOEmittent
Wer­bung

Quelle: Zacks

Nachrichten zu Verizon Inc.

Analysen zu Verizon Inc.

DatumRatingAnalyst
05.11.2020Verizon overweightJP Morgan Chase & Co.
24.04.2019Verizon Sector PerformRBC Capital Markets
23.04.2019Verizon buyGoldman Sachs Group Inc.
04.09.2018Verizon Equal WeightBarclays Capital
11.05.2018Verizon overweightJP Morgan Chase & Co.
DatumRatingAnalyst
05.11.2020Verizon overweightJP Morgan Chase & Co.
23.04.2019Verizon buyGoldman Sachs Group Inc.
11.05.2018Verizon overweightJP Morgan Chase & Co.
23.04.2018Verizon OverweightBarclays Capital
22.01.2018Verizon Sector OutperformScotia Howard Weil
DatumRatingAnalyst
24.04.2019Verizon Sector PerformRBC Capital Markets
04.09.2018Verizon Equal WeightBarclays Capital
31.07.2017Verizon Sector PerformRBC Capital Markets
14.07.2017Verizon Equal WeightBarclays Capital
21.04.2017Verizon HoldArgus Research Company
DatumRatingAnalyst
18.08.2009Verizon Communications neues KurszielSanford C. Bernstein and Co., Inc.
06.01.2009Verizon Communications DowngradeSanford C. Bernstein and Co., Inc.
24.04.2007Verizon Communications underweightPrudential Financial
21.11.2006Verizon underweightPrudential Financial
21.11.2006Verizon Communications underweightPrudential Financial

Um die Übersicht zu verbessern, haben Sie die Möglichkeit, die Analysen für Verizon Inc. nach folgenden Kriterien zu filtern.

Alle: Alle Empfehlungen

Buy: Kaufempfehlungen wie z.B. "kaufen" oder "buy"
Hold: Halten-Empfehlungen wie z.B. "halten" oder "neutral"
Sell: Verkaufsempfehlungn wie z.B. "verkaufen" oder "reduce"