Verizon Communications Inc.
S&P 500VZ/Communication Services · Telecom Services/NYSE
Dividend Yield
6.10%
$2.77 · Annual Dividend
Dividend Safety Rating
VZ's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 67.4% earnings payout ratio & 58.1% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 0.6x current ratio & 1.9% 5-year dividend cagr.
Based on 15 of 15 metrics
Strengths
- Operating Margin: 25.2%Healthy operating margin provides a wide buffer.
- Gross Margin: 60.3%High gross margin signals strong pricing power.
- Dividend Streak: 11+ yrsLong, uninterrupted dividend track record.
Risks
- Current Ratio: 0.6xLimited short-term liquidity to meet obligations.
- 5-Year Dividend CAGR: 1.9%Dividend growth has been weak or negative.
Payout & Coverage
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SafeAbout Verizon Communications Inc.
Verizon Communications Inc. is a holding company that provides communications, information, and entertainment products and services to consumers, businesses, and governmental agencies. Operating primarily through its Wireless and Wireline segments, it delivers wireless voice and data services, equipment sales, broadband video, data center and cloud solutions, security, managed network services, and local and long-distance voice offerings across the United States. Founded in 1983 and headquartered in New York, the company leads the wireless telecommunications industry with award-winning networks emphasizing mobility, reliable connectivity, and control. It has integrated media assets like Yahoo and AOL into a subsidiary, enhancing its portfolio with brands such as HuffPost, Yahoo Sports, Tumblr, and Yahoo Finance. With a market capitalization around 165-196 billion USD, a notable dividend yield exceeding 6-7%, and a low beta of 0.31 indicating stability, Verizon Communications Inc. plays a pivotal role in the communications sector, supporting essential connectivity and digital services for diverse markets.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
6.10%
Annual Dividend
$2.77
Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
67.44%
FCF Payout Ratio
58.08%
52-Week Range
$10.60 - $51.68
Dividend History (2016–2025)
VZ annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
VZ earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Next Ex-Dividend Date
July 10, 2026
Next Payment Date
August 3, 2026
Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
1.91%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
1.95%
10-Year Dividend CAGR
2.09%
3-Year Total Growth
5.85%
5-Year Total Growth
10.13%
10-Year Total Growth
22.93%
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