Verizon's New Era: Aggressive Leadership, Solid Execution, Real Upside Potential
Verizon (VZ) is showing signs of a turnaround with stronger leadership, improved financial execution, and its first positive Q1 postpaid phone subscriber growth in 13 years. The company has raised its 2024 EPS guidance to $4.95–$4.99 and maintains a 6% dividend yield, supported by a low forward P/E below 10x. Despite recent stock gains, analysts see potential for further upside to $59–$60 if performance continues and valuation multiples expand. Risks include rising debt and macroeconomic pressures.
- ▪Verizon raised its 2024 EPS guidance to $4.95–$4.99, reflecting 5.6% year-over-year growth.
- ▪The company reported its first positive Q1 postpaid phone net subscriber additions in 13 years.
- ▪Verizon trades at a forward P/E of less than 10x and offers a 6% dividend yield.
- ▪Analysts cite potential share price appreciation to $59–$60 over 12–24 months based on improved execution and valuation re-rating.
- ▪Risks to the outlook include elevated debt levels and broader macroeconomic challenges.
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