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TSE:BCE

BCE (BCE) Stock Price, News & Analysis

C$46.23
-0.27 (-0.58%)
(As of 02:33 PM ET)
Today's Range
C$45.61
C$46.85
50-Day Range
C$45.86
C$56.02
52-Week Range
C$45.40
C$65.66
Volume
2.01 million shs
Average Volume
2.91 million shs
Market Capitalization
C$42.17 billion
P/E Ratio
20.28
Dividend Yield
8.63%
Price Target
C$55.65

BCE MarketRank™ Stock Analysis

Analyst Rating
Hold
2.30 Rating Score
Upside/​Downside
20.2% Upside
C$55.65 Price Target
Short Interest
N/A
Dividend Strength
Weak
Based on Four Factors
Sustainability
N/A
News Sentiment
-0.14mentions of BCE in the last 14 days
Based on 6 Articles This Week
Insider Trading
N/A
Proj. Earnings Growth
N/A

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.

2.20 out of 5 stars

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About BCE Stock (TSE:BCE)

BCE Inc., a communications company, provides wireless, wireline, Internet, and television (TV) services to residential, business, and wholesale customers in Canada. The company operates through three segments: Bell Wireless, Bell Wireline, and Bell Media. The Bell Wireless segment offers integrated digital wireless voice and data communication products and services, as well as consumer electronics products. The Bell Wireline segment offers data, including Internet access and Internet protocol television (IPTV), local telephone, and long distance services, as well as other communication services and products; and satellite TV service and connectivity services. This segment also buys and sells local telephone, long distance, data, and other services from or to resellers and other carriers. The Bell Media segment provides conventional TV, specialty TV, pay TV, streaming services, digital media services, radio broadcasting services, and out-of-home advertising services. BCE Inc. was founded in 1880 and is headquartered in Verdun, Canada.

BCE Stock Price History

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Company Calendar

Ex-Dividend for 1/15 Dividend
12/14/2023
Dividend Payable
1/15/2024
Last Earnings
2/08/2024
Ex-Dividend for 4/15 Dividend
3/14/2024
Today
3/28/2024
Dividend Payable
4/15/2024
Next Earnings (Estimated)
5/02/2024

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Industry
Telecom Services
Sub-Industry
N/A
CIK
N/A
Fax
N/A
Employees
45,132
Year Founded
N/A

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Target
C$55.65
High Stock Price Target
C$68.00
Low Stock Price Target
C$51.00
Potential Upside/Downside
+20.2%
Consensus Rating
Hold
Rating Score (0-4)
2.30
Research Coverage
10 Analysts

Profitability

Net Income
C$2.08 billion
Pretax Margin
N/A

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
C$24.67 billion
Cash Flow
C$0.58 per share
Book Value
C$18.16 per share

Miscellaneous

Free Float
N/A
Market Cap
C$42.24 billion
Optionable
Not Optionable
Beta
0.47
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Key Executives

  • Mr. John Watson (Age 60)
    Group President of Business Markets, Customer Experience & AI
    Comp: $1.77M
  • Mr. Blaik Kirby
    Group President of Consumer, Small & Medium Business (SMB)
  • Mr. Curtis Millen
    Executive VP & CFO
  • Mr. Stephen Guy Howe
    Chief Technology & Information Officer
  • Thane Fotopoulos
    Vice President of Investor Relations
  • Mr. Robert Malcolmson
    Executive VP and Chief Legal & Regulatory Officer
  • Ms. Nikki Moffat
    Chief Human Resources Officer & Executive VP of Corporate Services
  • Ms. Karine Moses
    Senior VP of Content Development & News and Vice Chair of Québec
  • Ms. Devorah Lithwick
    Senior Vice President & Chief Brand Officer
  • Thierry Chaumont
    Senior VP of Tax & Controller

Should I Buy BCE Stock? BCE 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 BCE was last updated on Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at 10:35 PM.

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in BCE Inc.:

  • BCE Inc. stock price has shown stability and growth in recent periods, indicating a potential for positive returns.
  • The company has a strong market position in the telecommunications industry, providing a stable revenue stream.
  • BCE Inc. has a history of paying consistent dividends, making it an attractive option for income-focused investors.
  • Ongoing investments in network infrastructure and technology upgrades position BCE Inc. for future growth and competitiveness.
  • The company's strategic partnerships and acquisitions enhance its market presence and diversification.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in BCE Inc. for these reasons:

  • Regulatory changes in the telecommunications sector could impact BCE Inc.'s operations and profitability.
  • Intense competition in the industry may pressure margins and limit growth opportunities for BCE Inc.
  • Economic downturns or market uncertainties could affect consumer spending on telecommunication services, impacting BCE Inc.'s revenue.
  • Rapid technological advancements may require significant capital investments by BCE Inc. to stay competitive, affecting profitability.
  • Changes in consumer preferences and behaviors towards digital services could pose challenges for BCE Inc.'s traditional business model.

BCE Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell BCE stock right now?

10 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for BCE in the last year. There are currently 7 hold ratings and 3 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "hold" BCE shares. A hold rating indicates that analysts believe investors should maintain any existing positions they have in BCE, but not buy additional shares or sell existing shares.
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What is BCE's stock price target for 2024?

10 equities research analysts have issued 1 year price targets for BCE's shares. Their BCE share price targets range from C$51.00 to C$68.00. On average, they predict the company's share price to reach C$55.65 in the next year. This suggests a possible upside of 20.2% from the stock's current price.
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How have BCE shares performed in 2024?

BCE's stock was trading at C$52.17 on January 1st, 2024. Since then, BCE stock has decreased by 11.3% and is now trading at C$46.30.
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When is BCE's next earnings date?

The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Thursday, May 2nd 2024.
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.

How were BCE's earnings last quarter?

BCE Inc. (TSE:BCE) announced its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, February, 8th. The company reported $0.76 earnings per share for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $0.73 by $0.03. The firm had revenue of $6.47 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $6.48 billion. BCE had a net margin of 9.17% and a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 10.81%.

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

BCE announced a quarterly dividend on Thursday, March 14th. Shareholders of record on Monday, April 15th will be given a dividend of 0.998 per share on Monday, April 15th. This represents a $3.99 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 8.62%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Thursday, March 14th. This is an increase from the stock's previous quarterly dividend of C$0.97.
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.

Is BCE a good dividend stock?

BCE (TSE:BCE) pays an annual dividend of C$3.99 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 8.70%. BCE has a dividend yield higher than 75% of all dividend-paying stocks, making it a leading dividend payer. The dividend payout ratio is 175.00%. Payout ratios above 75% are not desirable because they may not be sustainable.
Read our dividend analysis for BCE.

What other stocks do shareholders of BCE own?
How do I buy shares of BCE?

Shares of BCE stock and other Canadian stocks can be purchased through an online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the Canadian stock market include BMO InvestorLine, CIBC Investor's Edge, Desjardins Online Brokerage, HSBC InvestDirect, Laurentian Bank Discount Brokerage, National Bank Direct Brokerage, Qtrade Investor, Questrade, RBC Direct Investing, Scotia iTrade, TD Direct Investing, and Virtual Brokers.
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This page (TSE:BCE) was last updated on 3/28/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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