Verizon Communications (NYSE:VZ) Trading Up 1.2% - Here's Why

NodeGuardian · 2026-02-25T05:44:20+00:00

Verizon shares increased 1.2% to $49.24, supported by a "Moderate Buy" consensus and a price target of $49.02. The company surpassed Q4 earnings expectations, raised FY2026 EPS guidance, and boosted its dividend to $0.7075, yielding 5.7%.

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2026-02-25 05:44:20

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Verizon Communications (NYSE:VZ) shares rose 1.2% to $49.24 on Friday with analysts maintaining a “Moderate Buy” consensus and an average price target of $49.02. The company recently beat Q4 earnings estimates, issued strong FY2026 EPS guidance, and increased its quarterly dividend to $0.7075, resulting in a 5.7% yield. Notably, an EVP sold a portion of their holdings, while institutional investors have adjusted their stakes in Verizon.

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