VZ Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
VZ - Verizon Communications
$46.81
0.70 (1.52%)
▲
5d:
+0.93%
30d:
+11.48%
90d:
-2.54%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 31, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 20, 2026
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Strength: 8.0/10
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: VZ shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 0.2% growth. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: VZ shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 0.2% growth. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$57.69
Based on 4.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$35.82
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 8.8x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: VZ is currently trading at $46.81, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $42.42 to $46.25. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 8.9) is in line with its historical norms (8.8). At these levels, the market is pricing in 0.2% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, VZ is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $42.89, while resistance sits at $49.01.
Market Sentiment: VZ has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $51.56 (+10.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, VZ is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $42.89, while resistance sits at $49.01.
Market Sentiment: VZ has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $51.56 (+10.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$42.42 -
$46.25
Company Quality Score
49/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
62.9%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($51.56)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 0.2% growth with -0.7% revenue growth
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$42.42 -
$46.25
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$42.89
Resistance Level
$49.01
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jul 31, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
8.88
Wall Street Target
$51.56
(+10.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-0.7%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-22.0%
Profit Margin
11.6%
Valuation Premium vs History
+0.2% premium
PE vs Historical
8.9 vs 8.8
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+0.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$46.90
(+0%)
2-Year Target
$47.00
(+0%)
3-Year Target
$47.09
(+1%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 9→9)
PE COMPRESSION
$46.69
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.7, Growth: 4.9%)
$126.24
(+170%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 8.9, Growth: 4.9%)
$54.05
(+16%)
Bear:
(PE: 7.5, Growth: 4.9%)
$45.94
(-2%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (12x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (9x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 12.30 | Current EPS (TTM): $3.75
Bull Case
$71.33
(+52%)
Analyst growth 40.6%, PE expands to 13.5
Base Case
$64.85
(+39%)
Market implied 40.6%, PE stable at 12.3
Bear Case
$31.35
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 10.5
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Sells
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