The Retirement Learning Lab
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Verizon Stock Analysis, Buy, Sell or Hold
For only the second time in 137 years, AT&T cut its dividend. That had to be like a gut punch for a lot of AT&T shareholders who were relying upon those dividends.
So, is there still profit available in the wireless industry?
Every month that I pay my AT&T Uverse bill, I think, how could this company not make money? But maybe I just answered my own question.
AT&T has spread itself thin for about the past decade or more. They're trying to be far more than a wireless service provider. If you are a dividend investor, should you buy, sell or hold?
I'll give you two thoughts. First, there are alternatives for investing in wireless technology. Obviously, Verizon is one of those options since that is the subject of today's stock analysis. I mention more on alternatives in today's video.
Second, I want to help you grow your knowledge on selling dividend stocks, so you know when the time comes. I have prepared a special video lesson called When To Sell a Dividend Stock. You can find that video lesson for free at www.WhenToSellaDividendStock.com
Here are the other topics I cover this week. The numbers before the topic are the time stamp on the recording. These points are also indicated in the chapter section of this podcast. If you're short on time, jump to that section of the podcast.
1.49 What is Verizon’s business strategy?
2.37 How stable is Verizon?
3:11 Who are Verizon’s primary competitors?
3.38 What sets Verizon apart from its competitors?
4.21 How will the acquisition of Tracfone affect Verizon?
5.31 Tell me more about Verizon’s earnings.
8.38 How does Verizon’s dividends compare to AT&T’s
13.13 How competitive is Verizon with its peers?
14.38 What are the bullish characteristics of Verizon?
16.06 What are the bearish characteristics of Verizon?
18.20 How are analysts valuing Verizon?
19.40 What is the analysts' sentiment toward Verizon?
In ending, please remember that this information is for educational purposes only. It is not investment advice.
I sincerely hope this information will help you grow your financial knowledge so that you can be in control of your financial future!
Have a great week!
Van Richards, ChFC®