Verizon (VZ, $51.76) beats Q1 earnings expectations
Verizon Communications posted first quarter earnings that beat expectations. However, the telecom company lowered its full-year forecast for wireless revenues and profit growth.
The company’s adjusted non-GAAP earnings for the three months ending in March grew +3% from the year-ago quarter to $1.35 per share, largely in-line with analysts’ expectations.
Revenues rose +2.1% from last year to $33.6 billion, just ahead of analysts' estimates of $33.55 billion.
Looking ahead, Verizon expects 2022 financial year adjusted earnings to come in at the lower end of its prior forecast of a 2% to 3% growth rate. It projects revenues growth at the lower end of its 9% to 10% forecast.
VZ's Indicator enters downward trend
The Aroon Indicator for VZ entered a downward trend on June 20, 2025. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor identified a pattern where the AroonDown red line was above 70 while the AroonUp green line was below 30 for three straight days. This could indicate a strong downward move is ahead for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options. A.I.dvisor looked at 207 similar instances where the Aroon Indicator formed such a pattern. In of the 207 cases the stock moved lower. This puts the odds of a downward move at .
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bearish Trend Analysis
The Momentum Indicator moved below the 0 level on June 12, 2025. You may want to consider selling the stock, shorting the stock, or exploring put options on VZ as a result. In of 72 cases where the Momentum Indicator fell below 0, the stock fell further within the subsequent month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence Histogram (MACD) for VZ turned negative on June 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 51 similar instances when the indicator turned negative. In of the 51 cases the stock turned lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of success at .
VZ moved below its 50-day moving average on June 12, 2025 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 June 17, 2025. This indicates that the trend has shifted lower and could be considered a sell signal. In of 21 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 .
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 .
Bullish Trend Analysis
The RSI Indicator demonstrates that the ticker has stayed in the oversold zone for 1 day, which means it's wise to expect a price bounce in the near future.
The Stochastic Oscillator shows that the ticker has stayed in the oversold zone for 4 days. The price of this ticker is presumed to bounce back soon, since the longer the ticker stays in the oversold zone, the more promptly an upward trend is expected.
Following a 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where VZ advanced for three days, in of 309 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
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 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 (4.798). P/E Ratio (15.375) is within average values for comparable stocks, (115.251). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (1.163) is also within normal values, averaging (8.093). 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 (13.616).
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 Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating fairly steady price growth. VZ’s price grows at a lower rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
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 73, placing this stock worse than average.
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a provider of wired and wireless telecommunication services
Industry WirelessTelecommunications
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