Verizon Beats Q4 Estimates with 6% Yield, Analysts Raise Price Targets
Verizon reported Q4 earnings on January 30 with both EPS and revenue surpassing analyst estimates, prompting price target increases. The telecom giant carries a dividend yield above 6% and its shares have climbed 1.9% in 2025 and 14% year-to-date in 2026.
1. Q4 Beats Drive Price Target Raises
Verizon delivered fourth-quarter results on January 30, with both earnings per share and revenue exceeding consensus forecasts, leading multiple analysts to increase their price targets for the stock.
2. Strong Dividend Yield Profile
The company’s dividend yield stands above 6%, ranking it among the highest-yielding components of the Dow Jones Industrial Average and enhancing its appeal to income-oriented investors.
3. Stock Performance Trends
After a 1.9% gain in 2025, Verizon shares have advanced approximately 14% year-to-date in 2026, reflecting market confidence in its stable cash flows and recent earnings outperformance.