Verizon Communications (VZ) to Post Earnings on Friday

Verizon Communications (NYSE:VZ) is projected to issue its Q2 2026 results before the market opens on Friday, July 24th. Analysts expect Verizon Communications to post earnings of $1.27 per share and revenue of $35.2321 billion for the quarter. Verizon Communications has set its FY 2026 guidance at 4.950-4.990 EPS. Individuals may visit the the company’s upcoming Q2 2026 earning report for the latest details on the call scheduled for Friday, July 24, 2026 at 8:30 AM ET.

Verizon Communications (NYSE:VZ) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Monday, April 27th. The cell phone carrier reported $1.28 earnings per share for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $1.21 by $0.07. Verizon Communications had a return on equity of 19.25% and a net margin of 12.46%.The firm had revenue of $34.44 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $34.82 billion. During the same period last year, the company earned $1.19 EPS. The business’s quarterly revenue was up 2.7% compared to the same quarter last year. On average, analysts expect Verizon Communications to post $5 EPS for the current fiscal year and $5 EPS for the next fiscal year.

Verizon Communications Price Performance

VZ opened at $43.84 on Friday. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.38, a quick ratio of 0.61 and a current ratio of 0.64. Verizon Communications has a 52-week low of $38.39 and a 52-week high of $51.68. The stock has a market capitalization of $183.08 billion, a PE ratio of 10.69, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 1.05 and a beta of 0.26. The stock’s 50 day moving average price is $45.74 and its 200-day moving average price is $46.09.

Verizon Communications Announces Dividend

The business also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Monday, August 3rd. Investors of record on Friday, July 10th will be issued a $0.7075 dividend. The ex-dividend date is Friday, July 10th. This represents a $2.83 annualized dividend and a yield of 6.5%. Verizon Communications’s payout ratio is 69.02%.

Institutional Trading of Verizon Communications

Several hedge funds and other institutional investors have recently made changes to their positions in VZ. Quattro Advisors LLC bought a new position in Verizon Communications during the 4th quarter valued at approximately $30,000. Imprint Wealth LLC bought a new stake in Verizon Communications in the third quarter worth $40,000. Wilkerson Advisory Group LLC purchased a new stake in shares of Verizon Communications in the fourth quarter worth $56,000. Caitong International Asset Management Co. Ltd purchased a new stake in shares of Verizon Communications in the third quarter worth $57,000. Finally, Kemnay Advisory Services Inc. purchased a new position in shares of Verizon Communications in the 4th quarter worth about $63,000. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 62.06% of the company’s stock.

Analyst Ratings Changes

A number of research analysts have issued reports on the stock. JPMorgan Chase & Co. boosted their price objective on shares of Verizon Communications from $49.00 to $52.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a research report on Thursday, April 30th. Scotiabank cut their target price on shares of Verizon Communications from $54.50 to $51.50 and set a “sector outperform” rating on the stock in a research note on Wednesday. Morgan Stanley increased their price target on shares of Verizon Communications from $49.00 to $50.00 and gave the stock an “equal weight” rating in a research note on Tuesday, April 28th. BNP Paribas Exane decreased their target price on Verizon Communications from $46.00 to $44.00 and set a “neutral” rating for the company in a research report on Tuesday. Finally, Erste Group Bank reaffirmed a “hold” rating on shares of Verizon Communications in a research note on Tuesday, May 5th. Nine investment analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and twelve have issued a Hold rating to the company. According to MarketBeat.com, the stock currently has an average rating of “Hold” and a consensus target price of $50.09.

Key Verizon Communications News

Here are the key news stories impacting Verizon Communications this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Verizon’s store divestitures and layoffs could lower operating costs and support margins as the company restructures its retail footprint. VZ Stock Rises — Verizon Moves To Slash Costs With Major Store Shakeup
• Positive Sentiment: KeyCorp raised multiple earnings estimates for Verizon, including FY2027 EPS to $5.40, suggesting analysts see improving profitability ahead.
• Positive Sentiment: Verizon is also benefiting from signs of operational strength, including strong wireless network quality rankings and a new BMW connected-car partnership that could expand 5G and IoT revenue opportunities. Wireless Network Quality Returns to Record High, JD Power Finds
• Neutral Sentiment: Scotiabank lowered its price target to $51.50 from $54.50 but kept a “sector outperform” rating, so the note was cautious but not bearish.
• Negative Sentiment: The restructuring includes significant layoffs and store sales, which can signal pressure on the core business and create near-term disruption for employees and operations. Verizon to shed 274 stores, lay off another 500 corporate employees

About Verizon Communications

Verizon Communications Inc (NYSE: VZ) is a major U.S.-based telecommunications company that provides a broad range of communications and information services. Its operations span consumer and business markets, with core offerings that include wireless voice and data services, fixed-line broadband and fiber-optic services, and enterprise networking solutions. Verizon is headquartered in New York City and operates a nationwide wireless network that supports consumer subscribers as well as business and government customers.

The company’s consumer products include mobile phone plans, unlimited data services, and Fios, its branded fiber-optic internet, television and voice service for homes and small businesses.