Verizon (VZ, $44.48) reports weaker-than-expected net phone subscribers
Verizon reported 12,000 net phone subscribers addition (who pay a monthly bill) in the quarter ended June 30, weaker than expectation of 150,800 additions (FactSet estimates).
Chief Executive Hans Vestberg indicated during the earnings call (according to a transcript from Sentieo ) that inflation dampened customer additions at a time when the carrier is facing intense competition in the U.S. telecom sector.
Hans Vestberg also mentioned that Verizon “adjusted prices for some legacy metered plans, increasing revenue per plan while motivating step-ups to our unlimited offerings.” Vestberg expects such actions to drive “improved performance” later this year and into 2023.
The company projects 2022 adjusted earnings per share in the range of $5.10 and $5.25 per share, lower than the prior forecast of $5.40 to $5.55. According to Finance chief Matt Ellis, while the pricing actions already implemented are expected to contribute around $1 billion in the second half of 2022, the effect could be offset by increased promotional activities to boost subscriber base – hence the cut in profit forecast.
VZ sees its 50-day moving average cross bullishly above its 200-day moving average
The 50-day moving average for VZ moved above the 200-day moving average on March 07, 2025. This could be a long-term bullish signal for the stock as the stock shifts to an upward trend.
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bullish Trend Analysis
The Momentum Indicator moved above the 0 level on March 25, 2025. You may want to consider a long position or call options on VZ as a result. In of 71 past instances where the momentum indicator moved above 0, the stock continued to climb. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
Following a 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where VZ advanced for three days, in of 306 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
The Aroon Indicator entered an Uptrend today. In of 194 cases where VZ Aroon's Indicator entered an Uptrend, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued Uptrend are .
Bearish Trend Analysis
The 10-day RSI Indicator for VZ moved out of overbought territory on March 11, 2025. This could be a bearish sign for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 39 similar instances where the indicator moved out of overbought territory. In of the 39 cases, the stock moved lower in the following days. This puts the odds of a move lower at .
The Stochastic Oscillator entered the overbought zone. Expect a price pull-back in the foreseeable future.
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence Histogram (MACD) for VZ turned negative on March 12, 2025. This could be a sign that the stock is set to turn lower in the coming weeks. Traders may want to sell the stock or buy put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 49 similar instances when the indicator turned negative. In of the 49 cases the stock turned lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of success at .
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where VZ declined for three days, the price rose further in of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
VZ broke above its upper Bollinger Band on March 07, 2025. This could be a sign that the stock is set to drop as the stock moves back below the upper band and toward the middle band. You may want to consider selling the stock or exploring put options.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is slightly undervalued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (1.926) is normal, around the industry mean (4.796). P/E Ratio (15.375) is within average values for comparable stocks, (115.978). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (1.163) is also within normal values, averaging (8.215). Dividend Yield (0.062) settles around the average of (0.059) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (1.330) is also within normal values, averaging (13.703).
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. VZ’s price grows at a higher rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating strong sales and a profitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
The Tickeron Seasonality Score of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is slightly overvalued in the industry. The Tickeron Seasonality score describes the variance of predictable price changes around the same period every calendar year. These changes can be tied to a specific month, quarter, holiday or vacation period, as well as a meteorological or growing season.
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to worse than average earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating that the returns do not compensate for the risks. VZ’s unstable profits reported over time resulted in significant Drawdowns within these last five years. A stable profit reduces stock drawdown and volatility. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 78, placing this stock worse than average.
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