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.
Moving lower for three straight days is viewed as a bearish sign. Keep an eye on this stock for future declines. Considering data from situations where VZ declined for three days, in 136 of 285 cases, the price declined further within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 48%.
The Momentum Indicator moved below the 0 level on September 16, 2026. You may want to consider selling the stock, shorting the stock, or exploring put options on VZ as a result. In 35 of 81 cases where the Momentum Indicator fell below 0, the stock fell further within the subsequent month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 43%.
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence Histogram (MACD) for VZ turned negative on September 02, 2026. 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 46 similar instances when the indicator turned negative. In 20 of the 46 cases the stock turned lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of success at 43%.
VZ moved below its 50-day moving average on September 21, 2026 date and that indicates a change from an upward trend to a downward trend.
The 10-day moving average for VZ crossed bearishly below the 50-day moving average on September 28, 2026. This indicates that the trend has shifted lower and could be considered a sell signal. In 10 of 22 past instances when the 10-day crossed below the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 45%.
The RSI Oscillator points to a transition from a downward trend to an upward trend -- in cases where VZ's RSI Indicator exited the oversold zone, 19 of 36 resulted in an increase in price. Tickeron's analysis proposes that the odds of a continued upward trend are 53%.
The Stochastic Oscillator suggests the stock price trend may be in a reversal from a downward trend to an upward trend. 29 of 58 cases where VZ's Stochastic Oscillator exited the oversold zone resulted in an increase in price. Tickeron's analysis proposes that the odds of a continued upward trend are 50%.
Following a +1.87% 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where VZ advanced for three days, in 144 of 316 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are 46%.
VZ may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the stock or exploring call options.
The Aroon Indicator entered an Uptrend today. In 107 of 221 cases where VZ Aroon's Indicator entered an Uptrend, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued Uptrend are 48%.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of 14 (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is seriously 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 (1.866) is normal, around the industry mean (10.715). P/E Ratio (12.156) is within average values for comparable stocks, (33.181). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (0.830) is also within normal values, averaging (8.005). Dividend Yield (0.060) settles around the average of (0.027) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (1.509) is also within normal values, averaging (5.777).
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is 23 (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to outstanding 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 Price Growth Rating for this company is 48 (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 Seasonality Score of 50 (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is fair valued 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 SMR rating for this company is 54 (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 Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is 75 (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 83, placing this stock better than average.
The average fundamental analysis ratings, where 1 is best and 100 is worst, are as follows
a provider of wired and wireless telecommunication services
Industry MajorTelecommunications