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DOW   38,790.43
QQQ   437.48
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Semis, Nvidia Set for Big Moves as GTC Conference Kicks Off
Here’s Why Bitcoin Miners Stopped Rising With Bitcoin Prices
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NYSE:VIV

Telefônica Brasil (VIV) Stock Price, News & Analysis

$10.25
-0.14 (-1.35%)
(As of 03/18/2024 ET)
Today's Range
$10.19
$10.40
50-Day Range
$10.18
$11.35
52-Week Range
$7.16
$11.43
Volume
641,379 shs
Average Volume
876,398 shs
Market Capitalization
$17.05 billion
P/E Ratio
16.53
Dividend Yield
3.32%
Price Target
$11.73

Telefônica Brasil MarketRank™ Stock Analysis

Analyst Rating
Moderate Buy
2.50 Rating Score
Upside/​Downside
14.4% Upside
$11.73 Price Target
Short Interest
Healthy
0.08% of Float Sold Short
Dividend Strength
Moderate
Based on Four Factors
Sustainability
N/A
News Sentiment
0.68mentions of Telefônica Brasil in the last 14 days
Based on 4 Articles This Week
Insider Trading
N/A
Proj. Earnings Growth
14.29%
From $0.70 to $0.80 Per Share

Overall MarketRank

New Rank-Based ScoringMarketRank is calculated by averaging available category scores (with extra weight given to analysis and valuation), then ranking the company's weighted average against that of other companies.

4.15 out of 5 stars

Utilities Sector

35th out of 91 stocks

Telephone Communication, Except Radio Industry

4th out of 22 stocks

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About Telefônica Brasil Stock (NYSE:VIV)

Telefônica Brasil S.A., together with its subsidiaries, operates as a mobile telecommunications company in Brazil. Its fixed line services portfolio includes local, domestic long-distance, and international long-distance calls; and mobile portfolio comprises voice and broadband internet access through 3G, 4G, 4.5G, and 5G, as well as mobile value-added and wireless roaming services. The company also offers data services, including broadband and mobile data services. In addition, it provides pay TV services through IPTV technologies; network services, such as rental of facilities; other services comprising internet access, private network connectivity, computer equipment leasing, extended service, caller identification, voice mail, cellular blocker, and others; wholesale services, including interconnection services to users of other network providers; and digital services, such as entertainment, cloud, and security and financial services. Further, the company offers multimedia communication services, which include audio, data, voice and other sounds, images, texts, and other information, as well as sells devices, such as smartphones, broadband USB modems, and other devices. Additionally, it provides telecommunications solutions and IT support to various industries, such as retail, manufacturing, services, financial institutions, government, etc. It markets and sells its solutions through own stores, dealers, retail and distribution channels, door-to-door sales, and outbound tele sales. The company was formerly known as Telecomunicações de São Paulo S.A. - TELESP and changed its name to Telefônica Brasil S.A. in October 2011. The company was incorporated in 1998 and is headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil.

VIV Stock Price History

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Company Calendar

Last Earnings
2/20/2024
Today
3/18/2024
Next Earnings (Estimated)
5/14/2024
Fiscal Year End
12/31/2024

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Sector
Utilities
Industry
Telephone communication, except radio
Sub-Industry
N/A
Employees
35,039
Year Founded
1924

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Target
$11.73
High Stock Price Target
$13.50
Low Stock Price Target
$11.00
Potential Upside/Downside
+14.4%
Consensus Rating
Moderate Buy
Rating Score (0-4)
2.50
Research Coverage
6 Analysts

Profitability

Net Income
$1.01 billion
Pretax Margin
10.70%

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
$10.44 billion
Cash Flow
$2.15 per share
Book Value
$8.38 per share

Miscellaneous

Outstanding Shares
1,663,560,000
Free Float
1,663,557,000
Market Cap
$17.05 billion
Optionable
Optionable
Beta
0.76

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Key Executives

  • Mr. Christian Mauad Gebara (Age 51)
    CEO & Director
  • Mr. David Melcon Sanchez-Friera (Age 54)
    Chief Financial & Investor Relations Officer
  • Mr. Breno Rodrigo Pacheco de Oliveira (Age 49)
    General Secretary & Legal Officer
  • Ms. Paula Bragança França Mansur
    Chief Audit Officer
  • João Pedro Carneiro
    Investor Relations Officer

Should I Buy Telefônica Brasil Stock? VIV Pros and Cons Explained

These insights were generated using artificial intelligence. They are based on proprietary MarketBeat data, news articles, and custom LLM A.I. algorithms. This analysis of Telefônica Brasil was last updated on Friday, March 15, 2024 at 4:00 AM.

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Telefônica Brasil S.A.:

  • Telefônica Brasil has a diverse portfolio of fixed line and mobile services, including voice, broadband internet access, and data services, catering to various communication needs.
  • The company offers pay TV services through IPTV technologies, providing additional revenue streams and diversification.
  • Telefônica Brasil provides digital services such as entertainment, cloud, and security and financial services, tapping into growing digital trends and enhancing its service offerings.
  • The company offers multimedia communication services, selling a range of devices like smartphones and broadband USB modems, aligning with the increasing demand for connected devices.
  • Telefônica Brasil provides telecommunications solutions and IT support to various industries, showcasing its ability to cater to diverse business needs and potentially expanding its client base.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in Telefônica Brasil S.A. for these reasons:

  • Telefônica Brasil faces competition in the telecommunications industry, which may impact its market share and profitability.
  • Regulatory changes in the telecommunications sector could affect the company's operations and financial performance.
  • Fluctuations in currency exchange rates may pose risks to Telefônica Brasil's financial results, especially if the Brazilian Real depreciates against major currencies.
  • Market saturation and pricing pressures in the telecommunications market could limit Telefônica Brasil's revenue growth potential.
  • Investors should consider the current stock price of Telefônica Brasil and evaluate whether it aligns with their investment goals and risk tolerance.

VIV Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell Telefônica Brasil stock right now?

6 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Telefônica Brasil in the last twelve months. There are currently 3 hold ratings and 3 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" VIV shares.
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What is Telefônica Brasil's stock price target for 2024?

6 analysts have issued 12 month price objectives for Telefônica Brasil's shares. Their VIV share price targets range from $11.00 to $13.50. On average, they anticipate the company's share price to reach $11.73 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 14.4% from the stock's current price.
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How have VIV shares performed in 2024?

Telefônica Brasil's stock was trading at $10.94 at the start of the year. Since then, VIV shares have decreased by 6.3% and is now trading at $10.25.
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Are investors shorting Telefônica Brasil?

Telefônica Brasil saw a decrease in short interest in the month of February. As of February 29th, there was short interest totaling 1,340,000 shares, a decrease of 15.7% from the February 14th total of 1,590,000 shares. Based on an average daily volume of 969,300 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is currently 1.4 days. Approximately 0.1% of the company's shares are sold short.
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When is Telefônica Brasil's next earnings date?

The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Tuesday, May 14th 2024.
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How were Telefônica Brasil's earnings last quarter?

Telefônica Brasil S.A. (NYSE:VIV) announced its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, February, 20th. The Wireless communications provider reported $0.20 earnings per share for the quarter. The Wireless communications provider had revenue of $2.73 billion for the quarter. Telefônica Brasil had a net margin of 9.70% and a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 7.33%.

How often does Telefônica Brasil pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Telefônica Brasil?

Telefônica Brasil announced a -- dividend on Wednesday, August 23rd. Shareholders of record on Friday, January 1st will be given a dividend of $0.0273 per share on Friday, September 1st. This represents a dividend yield of 4.9%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Friday, September 1st.
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Is Telefônica Brasil a good dividend stock?

Telefônica Brasil (NYSE:VIV) pays an annual dividend of $0.34 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 3.23%. The dividend payout ratio is 54.84%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%. Based on earnings estimates, VIV will have a dividend payout ratio of 42.50% next year. This indicates that the company will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.
Read our dividend analysis for VIV.

What ETFs hold Telefônica Brasil's stock?

ETFs with the largest weight of Telefônica Brasil (NYSE:VIV) stock in their portfolio include Pacer Emerging Markets Cash Cows 100 ETF (ECOW).iShares Latin America 40 ETF (ILF).

What is Antonio Carlos Valente da Silva's approval rating as Telefônica Brasil's CEO?

30 employees have rated Telefônica Brasil Chief Executive Officer Antonio Carlos Valente da Silva on Glassdoor.com. Antonio Carlos Valente da Silva has an approval rating of 99% among the company's employees. This puts Antonio Carlos Valente da Silva in the top 10% of approval ratings compared to other CEOs of publicly-traded companies.

What other stocks do shareholders of Telefônica Brasil own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Telefônica Brasil investors own include Intelsat (I), Bank of America (BAC), Vale (VALE), Dynagas LNG Partners (DLNG), Blackstone (BX), Verizon Communications (VZ), Cisco Systems (CSCO), Fossil Group (FOSL), Block (SQ) and Apollo Global Management (APO).

Who are Telefônica Brasil's major shareholders?

Telefônica Brasil's stock is owned by many different retail and institutional investors. Top institutional shareholders include Artisan Partners Limited Partnership (1.09%), Robeco Institutional Asset Management B.V. (0.56%), Brandes Investment Partners LP (0.12%), Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (0.11%), Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (0.11%) and Pinebridge Investments L.P. (0.10%).
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How do I buy shares of Telefônica Brasil?

Shares of VIV stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.
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Does Telefônica Brasil have any subsidiaries?
The following companies are subsidiares of Telefônica Brasil: Ace & Niu Consulting S.L., Acens Technologies S.L, Aliança Atlântica Holding B.V., Altostratus Solutions S.L., Atrium Telecomunicacoes, Audertis Audit Services S.L., AxisMed, Brasilcel N.V., Buendía Estudios Dos S.L.U., Buendía Estudios S.L., Buendía Estudios Uno S.L.U., Buendía Producción S.L., Canal+, Cancom Ireland Limited, Colombia Telecomunicaciones S.A. ESP BIC, Compañía Independiente de Televisión S.L., Cyberrange S.L., DTS Communications, Daytona Midco SLU., Digital Data Centre BidCo SLU., E-Plus Mobilfunk, E-Plus Service GmbH, FiBrasil Infraestrutura e Fibra Ótica S.A., Fisatel México S.A. de C.V. SOFOM E.N.R., Fonditel Gestión Soc. Gestora de Instituciones de Inversión Colectiva S.A., Fonditel Pensiones Entidad Gestora de Fondos de Pensiones S.A, Global Village Telecom (GVT), Govertis Advisory Services Perú S.A.C, Govertis Advisory Services S.L., Group 3G UMTS Holding GmbH, HanseNet, HoldCo InfraCo SpA, Infraco SpA., Internet para todos S.A.C, Lotca Servicios Integrales S.L., Media Networks Latin America S.A.C, MmO2 Ltd., Mobile Financial Services Holding SPRL, Movistar Consumer Finance Colombia SAS., Movistar Prosegur Alarmas S.L., Nova Casiopea RE S.A., O2, O2 (Europe) Ltd., O2 International Holdings Ltd., O2 Plc, O2 Telefónica Deutschland Finanzierungs GmbH, O2 Worldwide Limited, Operaciones Tecnológicas y Comerciales S.A.S, Otecel S.A., Oϻ (Netherlands ) Holdings BV., Pléyade Peninsular Correduría de Seguros y Reaseguros del Grupo Telefónica S.A., Pontel Participaciones S.L., Prosegur Soluciones S.A.U., Proyecto Wayra C.A., Saluspot, Sao Paulo Telecomunicaçoes Participaçoes Ltda, Statiq, Synergic Partners S.L, TBSC Barcelona Producciones S.L.U., Telefonica Cybersecurity Tech Ecuador Tctech S.A., Telefonica Cybersecurity Tech Mexico S.A de C.V., Telefonica Global Solutions USA Inc., Telefonica Iot & Big Data Tech S.A., Telefonica Open Innovation S.L., Telefónica Audiovisual Digital S.L.U., Telefónica Broadcast Services S.L.U., Telefónica Capital S.A.U., Telefónica Centroamérica Inversiones S.L., Telefónica Chile Holdings S.L.U., Telefónica Chile S.A., Telefónica Consumer Finance Establecimiento Financiero de Crédito S.A., Telefónica Cybersecurity & Cloud Tech Chile SpA., Telefónica Cybersecurity & Cloud Tech Colombia SAS, Telefónica Cybersecurity & Cloud Tech Deutschland GmbH, Telefónica Cybersecurity & Cloud Tech Perú S.A.C, Telefónica Cybersecurity & Cloud Tech SL., Telefónica Cybersecurity Tech Argentina S.A., Telefónica Deutschland Holding A.G, Telefónica Digital España S.L., Telefónica Digital Ltd., Telefónica Educación Digital S.L., Telefónica Emisiones S.A.U., Telefónica España Filiales S.A, Telefónica Europe B.V., Telefónica Factoring Chile SpA., Telefónica Factoring Colombia S.A., Telefónica Factoring Do Brasil Ltda., Telefónica Factoring España S.A., Telefónica Factoring Mexico S.A. de C.V. SOFOM ENR, Telefónica Factoring Perú S.A.C., Telefónica Finanzas S.A.U., Telefónica Germany Business Sales GmbH, Telefónica Germany GmbH & Co. OHG, Telefónica Germany Holdings Ltd., Telefónica Gestión Integral de Edificios y Servicios S.L., Telefónica Global Activities Holding B.V., Telefónica Global Roaming GmbH, Telefónica Global Services GmbH, Telefónica Global Solutions Germany GmbH., Telefónica Global Solutions S.L.U., Telefónica Global Technology S.A.U., Telefónica Hispanoamérica S.A., Telefónica Holding Atticus B.V., Telefónica Infra Germany GmbH, Telefónica Infra S.L., Telefónica Ingeniería de Seguridad S.A.U., Telefónica Innovación Alpha S.L., Telefónica International Holding B.V, Telefónica Investigación y Desarrollo S.A.U., Telefónica Latinoamérica Holding S.L., Telefónica Luxembourg Holding S.à.r.L., Telefónica Móviles Argentina S.A., Telefónica Móviles Chile S.A., Telefónica Móviles El Salvador S.A. de C.V., Telefónica Móviles España S.A.U., Telefónica Móviles México S.A. de C.V., Telefónica Móviles del Uruguay S.A., Telefónica O2 Holdings Ltd., Telefónica Participaciones S.A.U., Telefónica Seguros y Reaseguros Compañía Aseguradora S.A.U., Telefónica Servicios Audiovisuales S.A.U., Telefónica Servicios Globales S.L., Telefónica Servicios Integrales de Distribución S.A.U., Telefónica Serviços Empresariais do BRASIL Ltda., Telefónica Soluciones de Criptografía S.A., Telefónica Soluciones de Informática y Com. de España S.A.U., Telefónica Soluciones de Outsourcing S.A., Telefónica Tech Communication & Collaboration Limited, Telefónica Tech Inc., Telefónica Tech Ireland Limited, Telefónica Tech Northern Ireland Holdings Limited, Telefónica Tech Northern Ireland Limited, Telefónica Tech Ocean Limited, Telefónica Tech S.L., Telefónica Tech UK & Ireland Limited, Telefónica Tech UK Holdings Limited, Telefónica Tech UK Limited, Telefónica Tech UK Managed Services Limited, Telefónica Tech UK TOG Limited, Telefónica Venezolana C.A., Telefónica de Argentina S.A., Telefónica de España S.A.U., Telefónica del Perú S.A.A., Telefônica Brasil S.A., Telefônica Cibersegurança e Tecnología do Brasil Ltda, Telefônica Infraestructura e Segurança Brasil Ltda., Teleinformática y Comunicaciones S.A.U. (Telyco), Telfin Ireland DAC., Telfisa Global B.V., Telxius Cable América S.A., Telxius Cable Argentina S.A., Telxius Cable Bolivia S.A., Telxius Cable Brasil Ltda., Telxius Cable Brasil Participaçoes Ltda., Telxius Cable Chile S.A., Telxius Cable Colombia S.A., Telxius Cable Ecuador S.A., Telxius Cable España S.L.U., Telxius Cable Guatemala S.A., Telxius Cable Panamá S.A., Telxius Cable Perú S.A.C., Telxius Cable Puerto Rico Inc., Telxius Cable República Dominicana S.A.S., Telxius Cable USA Inc., Telxius Telecom S.A., Tempotel Empresa de Trabajo Temporal S.A., Terra Networks Argentina S.A., Terra Networks Brasil Ltda., Terra Networks México S.A. de C.V, Terra Networks Perú S.A., The Smart Steps Data Technology Company, TokBox, Tuenti, UGG General Partner GmbH, UGG HoldCo GmbH& Co KG, UGG TopCo GmbH & Co KG, UGG TopCo/HoldCo General Partner GmbH., Unsere Grüne Glasfaser GmbH & Co KG, VMED O2 UK Limited, WY Telecom S.A. de C.V., Wayra Argentina S.A., Wayra Brasil Desenvolvedora e Apoiadora de Projetos Ltda, Wayra Chile Tecnología e Innovación Limitada, Wayra Colombia S.A.S., Wayra Perú Aceleradora de Proyectos S.A.C., Wayra UK Ltd., eyeOS, and iHackLabs Ltd..
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This page (NYSE:VIV) was last updated on 3/18/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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