Key Takeaways T is expanding its fiber reach with new deals and aims to hit 60M locations in the U.S. by 2030. Comcast is enhancing Xfinity Internet with speed boosts, unlimited data, and a simplified pricing model. T faces high debt pressure, while Comcast contends with broadband losses and rising market competition.AT&T Inc. (T) and Comcast Corporation (CMCSA) are major players in the telecommunications industry. Operating as one the largest wireless service provider in North America, AT&T offers a vast ...

Core Viewpoint - Verizon Communications currently holds the lowest share price among the Dow Jones Industrial Average components, which poses a risk to its continued inclusion in the index [6][8][10]. Group 1: Dow Jones Industrial Average Structure - The Dow is a share price-weighted index, meaning companies with higher share prices have more influence [4]. - In contrast, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite are market cap-weighted indexes, where larger companies have more weight [4][2]. - Verizon's share price of $43.55 translates to less than 268 points in the Dow, indicating minimal influence [8]. Group 2: Verizon's Performance and Position - Verizon's share price has declined by 8% over the past decade, which is a concern for its continued presence in the Dow [9]. - Despite being a significant player in wireless services and broadband, Verizon is not seen as a leader in innovation [8]. - The Dow committee seeks companies that can enhance the index's value over time, which Verizon has not demonstrated [7][9]. Group 3: Potential Replacements for Verizon - **Alphabet**: With a current share price of nearly $180 post-split, Alphabet could replace Verizon, bringing relevance from various industries and strong performance metrics [12][13][14]. - **Meta Platforms**: Although its share price is around $719, Meta's advertising revenue and growth potential make it a strong candidate for inclusion [17][19]. - **T-Mobile**: With a share price of $240.75 and a growth rate significantly higher than Verizon, T-Mobile represents a logical replacement while maintaining telecom representation in the Dow [21][22][23].

Group 1: Ares Capital - Ares Capital is the largest publicly traded business development company (BDC) with over $17 billion invested since 2004, focusing on middle-market companies with annual revenues between $10 million and $1 billion [3][4] - The company offers a forward dividend yield of 8.63% and has maintained or grown its dividend for 63 consecutive quarters [3][4] - Ares Capital targets a total addressable market of approximately $5.4 trillion, benefiting from a shift towards private capital, and has a diversified portfolio with strong industry relationships and risk management [4][5] Group 2: Enterprise Products Partners - Enterprise Products Partners is a master limited partnership (MLP) leading the North American midstream energy industry, operating over 50,000 miles of pipeline [6][7] - The company has a forward distribution yield of 6.81% and has increased its distribution for 26 consecutive years [7][8] - Demand for oil and gas, particularly natural gas, is expected to grow for decades, ensuring strong demand for Enterprise Products Partners' pipelines [8][9] Group 3: Verizon Communications - Verizon Communications is a major telecommunications company serving millions globally, with a forward dividend yield of 6.22% and a history of increasing dividends for 18 consecutive years [10][11] - The company is expected to maintain its relevance in the market due to the high capital requirements for new competition in wireless services [11][12] - With the upcoming 6G technology, Verizon is anticipated to be a significant player, potentially leading to impressive growth opportunities in the future [12]

This news release contains forward-looking statements. For a description of the related risk factors and assumptions, please see the section entitled "Caution Regarding Forward-Looking Statements" later in this news release. The information contained in this news release is unaudited. Net earnings of $683 million, up 49.5% with net earnings attributable to common shareholders of $630 million, up 56.7% or $0.68 per common share Adjusted net earnings1 of $633 million yielded adjusted EPS1 of $0.69, down 4.2% ...

United States Cellular Corporation (USM) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 02, 2025 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Colleen Thompson - Vice President of Corporate RelationsVicki Villacrez - Executive VP, CFO & DirectorLaurent Therivel - President & CEODouglas Chambers - Executive VP, CFO, Treasurer & DirectorKristina Bothfeld - VP of Finance & CFORic Prentiss - Managing DirectorSergey Dluzhevskiy - Portifolio Manager Conference Call Participants Sebastiano Petti - Senior Research Analyst Operator Hello, and thank ...

CHICAGO, May 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ --As previously announced, TDS will hold a teleconference on May 2, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. CDT. Listen to the call live via the Events & Presentations page of investors.tdsinc.com.Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. (NYSE:TDS) reported total operating revenues of $1,154 million for the first quarter of 2025, versus $1,262 million for the same period one year ago. Net income (loss) attributable to TDS common shareholders and related diluted earnings (loss) per share were $(10) mill ...

The bulls are still shunning this bellwether of the telecom sector.Verizon Communications (VZ 1.40%) is often considered a reliable income stock. It's one of the largest telecom companies in America, and it's raised its dividend for 18 consecutive years. But over the past five years, its stock price declined nearly 30% as the S&P 500 advanced more than 90%.Verizon's stock stumbled as it struggled to gain new wireless subscribers. But at $42 a share, it looks undeniably cheap at 9 times forward earnings and ...

Rogers Communications (RCI) reported first-quarter 2025 adjusted earnings of 69 cents per share, which missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 2.82% and remained flat year over year. (Find the latest earnings estimates and surprises on Zacks Earnings Calendar.)Revenues of $3.47 billion missed the consensus mark by 1.19% and decreased 4.6% year over year.In domestic currency (Canadian dollar), adjusted earnings remained flat year over year at C$0.99 per share. Total revenues increased 1.5% year over year, rea ...

Core Viewpoint - Verizon Communications is viewed as a fundamentally sound investment despite some internal metrics showing weakness, with a compelling valuation under 10x earnings and a high dividend yield of 6.27% [3][4][5]. Financial Performance - Verizon's Q1 revenue grew by 1.5% to $33.5 billion, surpassing market expectations, with total wireless revenue increasing by 2.7% [9][10]. - The company reported an adjusted EPS of $1.19, which is 3% higher than the previous year, and improved cash flow from operations by approximately 1,000 basis points [10][11]. - Free cash flow increased by 33%, with a full-year guidance of $18 billion expected [11]. Dividend Information - Verizon's annual dividend stands at $2.71, with a payout ratio of 65.46% and a history of 20 years of dividend increases [9][10]. - The next dividend payment is scheduled for May 1, with expectations for modest single-digit growth in the distribution later in the year [5][6]. Market Position and Analyst Sentiment - Verizon gained market share in broadband and consumer sectors, while business sales contracted by 1.2% year-over-year [10]. - Analyst ratings indicate a Moderate Buy with a 12-month price target of $47.32, suggesting a potential upside of 9.42% from the current price [12]. - Institutional buying has reached a multi-year high, supporting the stock price in Q2 [12]. Stock Price Forecast - The critical support level for Verizon's stock is around $39, with expectations for a rebound later in the year, potentially leading to a price above $60 in the long term [13].