Is VZ stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold?

Based on our analysis, VZ is currently a WAIT with low confidence. 📊 MIXED SIGNALS: VZ shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.

What is the fair value of VZ stock?

Our analysis estimates the fair value range for VZ to be between $43.90 and $48.40. The current price is $43.56.

What is the analyst price target for VZ?

The average Wall Street analyst price target for VZ is $51.24. This implies a potential upside of 17.6% from current levels.

Verizon Communications (VZ) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

VZ - Verizon Communications

TELEPHONE COMMUNICATIONS (NO RADIOTELEPHONE)

$43.56

-0.98 (-2.20%) ▼

5d: -1.94%

30d: -6.22%

90d: -0.59%

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LOW Confidence

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Analysis Updated: Oct 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET

Earnings: Oct 26, 2026 3d

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Signal fired Oct 5, 2026 at $45.85 · last confirmed Oct 20, 2026

Strength: 8.3/10

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Bottom Line:
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: VZ shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.

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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

Adjust Growth Assumption: 5.1%

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)

EST. PRICE IN 2031

$58.61

Based on 4.6% avg growth

INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY

$36.39

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.

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In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: VZ is currently trading at $43.56, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $43.90 to $48.40. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 8.3) is in line with its historical norms (8.9). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 2.4% 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 $46.55.

Market Sentiment: VZ scores 34/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $51.24 (+17.6%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position OVERSOLD

Historical Trading Range $43.90 - $48.40

Company Quality Score 48/100 (HOLD)

Volume Confirmation HIGH

Confidence Score 54.8%

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All Signals

BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
BEARISH: Weak technical setup (34/100)
BULLISH: High volume confirmation
BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($51.24)
WARNING: Composite score 48/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $43.90 - $48.40

Current vs Trading Range OVERSOLD

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $40.81

Resistance Level $46.55

Current Trend Uptrend

Technical data as of Oct 21, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 8.26

Wall Street Target $51.24 (+17.6%)

Revenue Growth (YoY) -0.7%

Earnings Growth (YoY) -22.0%

Profit Margin 11.6%

Valuation Discount vs History -2.4% cheaper

PE vs Historical 8.3 vs 8.9 FAIR

Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists

Implied Growth (YoY): -2.4% (market-implied from PE analysis)

1-Year Target $42.51 (-2%)

2-Year Target $41.49 (-5%)

3-Year Target $40.50 (-7%)

3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 8→9) $43.62 (+0%)

3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth

Bull: (PE: 19.9, Growth: 5.1%) $121.42 (+179%)

Base: (SPY PE: 8.3, Growth: 5.1%) $50.52 (+16%)

Bear: (PE: 7.0, Growth: 5.1%) $42.94 (-1%)

📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings

RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (12x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (8x PE) as earnings recover.

Trailing PE: 11.60 | Current EPS (TTM): $3.84

Bull Case $67.26 (+54%)

Analyst growth 37.3%, PE expands to 12.8

Base Case $61.15 (+40%)

Market implied 37.3%, PE stable at 11.6

Bear Case $30.29 (-31%)

Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 9.9

These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.

💡 Upside Surprise Potential

If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 8.3 to 8.9

Stabilization Target: $46.92 (+7.7%)

PE Expansion Potential: +7.7%

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