VZ Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
VZ - Verizon Communications
$42.56
0.57 (1.36%)
▲
5d:
-7.62%
30d:
-11.09%
90d:
-13.83%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 24, 2026
19d
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Strength: 9.0/10
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: VZ shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: VZ shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$60.38
Based on 5.2% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$37.49
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 8.9x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: VZ is currently trading at $42.56, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $44.36 to $47.84. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 8.1) is in line with its historical norms (8.9). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 3.2% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 4.3% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, VZ is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $44.30. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $51.90 (+22.0%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, VZ is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $44.30. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $51.90 (+22.0%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$44.36 -
$47.84
Company Quality Score
59/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 22.0% below Wall St target ($51.90)
- CAUTION: Recommendation downgraded due to -7.6% 5-day decline
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$44.36 -
$47.84
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$44.30
Resistance Level
$48.96
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
8.08
Wall Street Target
$51.90
(+22.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
2.9%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
4.3%
Profit Margin
12.5%
Valuation Discount vs History
-3.2% cheaper
PE vs Historical
8.1 vs 8.9
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-3.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$41.20
(-3%)
2-Year Target
$39.88
(-6%)
3-Year Target
$38.60
(-9%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 8→9)
$42.51
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 6.4%)
$138.08
(+224%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 8.1, Growth: 6.4%)
$51.24
(+20%)
Bear:
(PE: 6.9, Growth: 6.4%)
$43.55
(+2%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (10x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (8x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 10.24 | Current EPS (TTM): $4.10
Bull Case
$59.33
(+39%)
Analyst growth 28.4%, PE expands to 11.3
Base Case
$53.94
(+27%)
Market implied 28.4%, PE stable at 10.2
Bear Case
$28.55
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 8.7
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 8.1 to 8.9
Stabilization Target:
$46.87
(+10.1%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+10.1%
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