Verizon Communications (VZ) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
VZ - Verizon Communications
$44.40
-0.02 (-0.05%)
▼
5d:
-4.21%
30d:
-10.77%
90d:
+1.86%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 15, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 26, 2026
9d
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Signal fired Oct 5, 2026 at $45.85 · last confirmed Oct 15, 2026
Strength: 8.7/10
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: VZ shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite oversold pricing.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: VZ shows strong fundamentals and good volume confirmation. Solid entry point despite oversold pricing.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$58.63
Based on 4.6% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$36.40
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 $44.40, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $44.52 to $49.47. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 8.4) is in line with its historical norms (8.9). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 1.8% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, VZ is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $40.81, while resistance sits at $46.58.
Market Sentiment: VZ scores 80/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $51.24 (+15.4%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, VZ is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $40.81, while resistance sits at $46.58.
Market Sentiment: VZ scores 80/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $51.24 (+15.4%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$44.52 -
$49.47
Company Quality Score
55/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
88.1%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (80/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($51.24)
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 80/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$44.52 -
$49.47
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$40.81
Resistance Level
$46.58
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 15, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
8.42
Wall Street Target
$51.24
(+15.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-0.7%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-22.0%
Profit Margin
11.6%
Valuation Discount vs History
-1.8% cheaper
PE vs Historical
8.4 vs 8.9
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-1.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$43.60
(-2%)
2-Year Target
$42.82
(-4%)
3-Year Target
$42.05
(-5%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 8→9)
$44.45
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 19.9, Growth: 5.1%)
$121.48
(+174%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 8.4, Growth: 5.1%)
$51.50
(+16%)
Bear:
(PE: 7.2, Growth: 5.1%)
$43.77
(-1%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (11x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (8x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 11.33 | Current EPS (TTM): $3.92
Bull Case
$65.73
(+48%)
Analyst growth 34.5%, PE expands to 12.5
Base Case
$59.76
(+35%)
Market implied 34.5%, PE stable at 11.3
Bear Case
$30.21
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 9.6
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 8.4 to 8.9
Stabilization Target:
$46.94
(+5.7%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+5.7%
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Last updated: October 15, 2026 7:42 PM ET
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