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Wireless services account for nearly 75% of Verizon Communications' total service revenue and nearly all of its operating income. The firm serves about 93 million postpaid and 20 million prepaid phone customers via its nationwide network, making it the largest US wireless carrier. Fixed-line telecom operations include local networks in the Northeast, which reach about 30 million homes and businesses, including about 20 million with the Fios fiber optic network. These networks serve about 8 million broadband customers. Verizon also provides telecom services nationwide to enterprise customers, often using a mixture of its own and other carriers' networks. Verizon agreed to acquire Frontier Communications in September 2024.

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Dividend stocks are struggling this year, but savvy income-minded investors can still find some good deals.
According to the S&amp;P Dow Jones Indices, U.S. common dividend increases were $9.8 billion in the second quarter of 2025, down 49.8% from $19.5 billion in Q1 2025 and down 52.1% from $20.4 billion in Q2 2024.
&#8220;Dividend growth declined in Q2 2025, as concern over forward cash commitment was inhibited by the uncertainty over tariffs and their impact on sales, costs, and the general economy,&#8221; said Howard Silverblatt, senior index analyst at S&amp;P Dow Jones Indices.
Overall, companies continued to increase their dividends, albeit with more minor annual boosts for firms. &#8220;On the other hand, for the companies not on a perceived schedule, many appeared to put off their actions for now,&#8221; Silverblatt said.
Having said that, prospects for dividend growth look brighter for the rest of 2025, according to S&amp;P, and that&#8217;s good news for sector investors who count on stable dividend payouts to fortify their portfolios.
&#8220;The payment of a dividend plays a meaningful role in portfolio strategy,&#8221; said Tim Thomas, chief investment officer at Badgley Phelps Wealth Managers in Seattle, Washington. &#8220;Dividends provide investors with income, allowing them to access cash without needing to sell their shares at potentially inopportune times. Dividends also provide a consistent source of cash, even during periods of volatility, allowing investors to reinvest at more attractive valuations.&#8221;
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Walmart</h3>
Dividend Yield: 0.99%
Currently, there are interesting opportunities in dividend-paying companies that are quietly integrating AI into their operations. &#8220;While the market chases high-multiple, pure-play AI names, many established businesses with strong fundamentals are being overlooked,&#8221; said Joseph Zappia, co-chief investment officer at LVW Advisors in Pittsford, New York.
Zappia points to Walmart (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMT#NYSE">WMT</a>), which is leveraging AI for inventory management, supply chain efficiency, and customer service. &#8220;Despite being a &#8216;Dividend King&#8217; with over five decades of increases, it&#8217;s undervalued because it&#8217;s still seen as a traditional retailer,&#8221; he noted.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Verizon</h3>
Dividend Yield: 6.62%
Market experts also note that while the dividend yield itself is a significant feature, the ability to sustain and grow that dividend in the future is equally crucial.
&#8220;If a company&#8217;s revenues are shrinking, highly cyclical, or the dividend itself is a major portion of the overall profits, the dividend could likely be cut or suspended at some point in a capital restructuring,&#8221; said Karl Farmer, vice president and portfolio manager at Massachusetts-based Rockland Trust. &#8220;We look for companies that have raised dividends consistently every year without cuts. This, accompanied by the ability to keep paying, are typically a good indicator of stability.&#8221;
One of Farmer&#8217;s favorites is Verizon (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VZ#NYSE">VZ</a>), which boasts a sturdy 6.60% dividend yield, and &#8220;steady cash flows from sticky customer base, low-growth, but high-consistency and dividend stability,&#8221; he noted.
VZ also fits the template of a good dividend stock, featuring an attractive yield and trading at reasonable valuations, as the spotlight remains on newer AI entrants. &#8220;Verizon benefits from edge computing tied to AI demand,&#8221; Zappia said.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">UnitedHealth Group</h3>
Dividend Yield: 3.07%
UnitedHealth (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNH#NYSE">UNH</a>) has increased its dividend rate for 16 consecutive years, with an annual rate of 3.07%, paying $8.84 per share.
&#8220;A 50% stock hit has presented a 3% yield for United Health shareholders,&#8221; Farmer said. &#8220;Utilization and pricing will be addressed next year, and the dividend is a small part of the overall profits. Right now, UNH offers a great opportunity to collect income and a stock rebound could reward shareholders.&#8221;
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Sector Outlook For The Rest Of 2025</h2>
Dividend growth should grow slowly but finish strong for the second half of the year.
&#8220;Given the speed and expected implementation of the current legislative changes from Washington, as well as an expected resolution to the tariff situation later this year (first through temporary extensions of the July 9 deadlines), companies may continue their uncertainty over economics,&#8221; Silverblatt noted.
Once policies become clear, companies &#8220;will be in a better position&#8221; to adjust their business plans and commit to dividends, he noted.
&#8220;Working with a base case for a higher-level resolution, the second half of 2025 could be stronger than historical averages for dividends,&#8221; Silverblatt added. &#8220;Q3 is expected to start out with an improvement from big banks as they continue to increase their dividends, helped by the Fed&#8217;s recent positive stress test results; the third quarter has the potential to set a new quarterly dividend payment record.&#8221;
Over the year, the S&amp;P 500 is expected to post a record dividend payment, with a 6% increase in dividend payments. &#8220;That&#8217;s down from the pre-2025 8% expectation; for 2024 dividend payments increased 6.4% and in 2023 5.1%,&#8221; Silverblatt said.
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Verizon Communications (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VZ#NYSE">VZ</a>) is preparing to release its quarterly earnings on Monday, 2025-07-21. Here's a brief overview of what investors should keep in mind before the announcement.
Analysts expect Verizon Communications to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $1.19.
Anticipation surrounds Verizon Communications's announcement, with investors hoping to hear about both surpassing estimates and receiving positive guidance for the next quarter.
New investors should understand that while earnings performance is important, market reactions are often driven by guidance.
<h3>Historical Earnings Performance</h3>
In the previous earnings release, the company beat EPS by $0.04, leading to a 1.13% drop in the share price the following trading session.
Here's a look at Verizon Communications's past performance and the resulting price change:

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q1 2025</th>
<th>Q4 2024</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>1.15</td>
<td>1.1</td>
<td>1.18</td>
<td>1.15</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>1.19</td>
<td>1.1</td>
<td>1.19</td>
<td>1.15</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>-1.0%</td>
<td>1.0%</td>
<td>3.0%</td>
<td>-1.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1752847242_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Stock Performance</h3>
Shares of Verizon Communications were trading at $40.95 as of July 17. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 4.9%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release. 
<h3>Analysts' Take on Verizon Communications</h3>
Understanding market sentiments and expectations within the industry is crucial for investors. This analysis delves into the latest insights on Verizon Communications.
With 5 analyst ratings, Verizon Communications has a consensus rating of Neutral. The average one-year price target is $48.0, indicating a potential 17.22% upside.
<h3>Analyzing Ratings Among Peers</h3>
The analysis below examines the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of AT&amp;T and Shenandoah, three significant industry players, providing valuable insights into their relative performance expectations and market positioning.
<ul>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Outperform trajectory for AT&amp;T, with an average 1-year price target of $30.61, suggesting a potential 25.25% downside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Buy trajectory for Shenandoah, with an average 1-year price target of $26.0, suggesting a potential 36.51% downside.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Peers Comparative Analysis Summary</h3>
The peer analysis summary outlines pivotal metrics for AT&amp;T and Shenandoah, demonstrating their respective standings within the industry and offering valuable insights into their market positions and comparative performance.

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<thead>
<tr>
<th>Company</th>
<th>Consensus</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
<th>Gross Profit</th>
<th>Return on Equity</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Verizon Communications</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>1.53%</td>
<td>$20.43B</td>
<td>4.88%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AT&amp;T</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>1.99%</td>
<td>$18.59B</td>
<td>4.22%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Shenandoah</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>26.93%</td>
<td>$54.87M</td>
<td>-1.16%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Key Takeaway:
Verizon Communications ranks first in gross profit and return on equity among its peers. It ranks second in revenue growth.
<h3>Discovering Verizon Communications: A Closer Look</h3>
Wireless services account for nearly 75% of Verizon Communications' total service revenue and nearly all of its operating income. The firm serves about 93 million postpaid and 20 million prepaid phone customers via its nationwide network, making it the largest US wireless carrier. Fixed-line telecom operations include local networks in the Northeast, which reach about 30 million homes and businesses, including about 20 million with the Fios fiber optic network. These networks serve about 8 million broadband customers. Verizon also provides telecom services nationwide to enterprise customers, often using a mixture of its own and other carriers' networks. Verizon agreed to acquire Frontier Communications in September 2024.
<h3>Verizon Communications's Economic Impact: An Analysis</h3>
Market Capitalization Highlights: Above the industry average, the company's market capitalization signifies a significant scale, indicating strong confidence and market prominence.
Revenue Growth: Verizon Communications's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 31 March, 2025, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 1.53%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Communication Services sector.
Net Margin: Verizon Communications's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 14.57%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Verizon Communications's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 4.88%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Verizon Communications's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 1.28%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Verizon Communications's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at 1.67. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.
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A Look Ahead: Verizon Communications's Earnings Forecast

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Wells Fargo analyst Eric Luebchow maintains Verizon Communications (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VZ#NYSE">VZ</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $42 to $43.

Wells Fargo Maintains Equal-Weight on Verizon Communications, Raises Price Target to $43

In the preceding three months, 4 analysts have released ratings for Verizon Communications (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VZ#NYSE">VZ</a>), presenting a wide array of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $49.25, a high estimate of $56.00, and a low estimate of $45.00. This current average has decreased by 4.83% from the previous average price target of $51.75. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1752156020_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Verizon Communications. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Benjamin Swinburne</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$47.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Funk</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ivan Feinseth</td>
<td>Tigress Financial</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$56.00</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Maher Yaghi</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sector Perform</td>
<td>$49.00</td>
<td>$48.50</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Verizon Communications. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of Verizon Communications compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Verizon Communications's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
To gain a panoramic view of Verizon Communications's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Verizon Communications</h2>
Wireless services account for nearly 75% of Verizon Communications' total service revenue and nearly all of its operating income. The firm serves about 93 million postpaid and 20 million prepaid phone customers via its nationwide network, making it the largest US wireless carrier. Fixed-line telecom operations include local networks in the Northeast, which reach about 30 million homes and businesses, including about 20 million with the Fios fiber optic network. These networks serve about 8 million broadband customers. Verizon also provides telecom services nationwide to enterprise customers, often using a mixture of its own and other carriers' networks. Verizon agreed to acquire Frontier Communications in September 2024.
<h3>Key Indicators: Verizon Communications's Financial Health</h3>
Market Capitalization: Boasting an elevated market capitalization, the company surpasses industry averages. This signals substantial size and strong market recognition.
Revenue Growth: Verizon Communications displayed positive results in 3M. As of 31 March, 2025, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 1.53%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Communication Services sector.
Net Margin: Verizon Communications's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 14.57%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Verizon Communications's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 4.88% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Verizon Communications's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 1.28%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Verizon Communications's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 1.67, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Analyst ratings serve as essential indicators of stock performance, provided by experts in banking and financial systems. These specialists diligently analyze company financial statements, participate in conference calls, and engage with insiders to generate quarterly ratings for individual stocks.
Beyond their standard evaluations, some analysts contribute predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, furnishing investors with additional guidance. Users of analyst ratings should be mindful that this specialized advice is shaped by human perspectives and may be subject to variability.
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Beyond The Numbers: 4 Analysts Discuss Verizon Communications Stock

Morgan Stanley analyst Benjamin Swinburne reinstates Verizon Communications (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VZ#NYSE">VZ</a>) with a Equal-Weight and announces $47 price target.

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T-Mobile US Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>) is grappling with a fiber shortage <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/25/06/45981229/t-mobile-stock-tmus-plunges-after-softbanks-4-8b-share-sale-report">that could hinder</a> its growth in a competitive market, according to KeyBanc Capital Markets.
The T-Mobile US Analyst: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst/59f8cd40efacff000111b43b/brandon-nispel">Analyst Brandon Nispel</a> downgraded the rating to Underweight, while establishing a price target of $200.
The T-Mobile US Thesis: While the company is fiber deficient, the latest strategic transactions &#8211; of AT&amp;T Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/T#NYSE">T</a>) with Lumen Technologies Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LUMN#NYSE">LUMN</a>), Charter Communications Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHTR#NASDAQ">CHTR</a>) with Cox Communication, and Verizon Communications Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VZ#NYSE">VZ</a>) with&nbsp;Frontier Communications Parent Inc (NASDAQ:&nbsp;FYBR) &#8211; are focused on converged mobile and home broadband, Nispel said in the downgrade note.
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These developments suggest that a bundled offer may be needed to compete in the market, the analyst stated. Following these strategic deals, T-Mobile US now has a "poor competitive position," he added.
Net adds across the industry seem to be declining, possibly due to macro uncertainty, price hikes, and competition, Nispel said. "Ultimately, we are forecasting elevated churn, a slower net-add environment, and share going to Cable," he further wrote.
TMUS Price Action: Shares of T-Mobile US had declined by 1.6% to $232.04 at the time of publication on Wednesday.
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Market veteran Warren Buffett, famous for his value investing, is indirectly invested in high-dividend yield stocks via Berkshire Hathaway Inc.&#8216;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRA#NYSE">BRA</a>) (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRK#NYSE">BRK</a>) subsidiary New England Asset Management.
What Happened: In 1998, Berkshire Hathaway acquired General Re Corp., which in turn owned New England Asset Management (NEAM).
Therefore, NEAM is a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway. While Buffett doesn&#8217;t directly oversee NEAM&#8217;s investment decisions, the portfolio managed by NEAM is considered part of Berkshire Hathaway&#8217;s overall holdings.
Thus, according to its 13F filings, NEAM holds at least nine stocks that have a dividend yield ranging from 5% to 10.5%.
While most of these nine stocks constitute less than 1% of NEAM&#8217;s 122 holdings as of the end of the first quarter of 2025, only Kraft Heinz Co. is common between Berkshire and NEAM&#8217;s portfolio.
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<tr>
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<td>Value (as of March 31)</td>
<td>% Of Holdings (as of March 31)</td>
<td>Number Of Shares</td>
<td>Change From Dec. 31, 2024 (in %)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kraft Heinz Co. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KHC#NASDAQ">KHC</a>)</td>
<td>$2.215 million</td>
<td>0.40%</td>
<td>72,810</td>
<td>1%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Golub Capital BDC Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GBDC#NASDAQ">GBDC</a>)</td>
<td>$3.525 million</td>
<td>0.60%</td>
<td>232,876</td>
<td>0%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ares Capital Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARCC#NASDAQ">ARCC</a>)</td>
<td>$5.005 million</td>
<td>0.80%</td>
<td>225,900</td>
<td>0%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Pfizer Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PFE#NYSE">PFE</a>)</td>
<td>$3.939 million</td>
<td>0.60%</td>
<td>155,448</td>
<td>1%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BMY#NYSE">BMY</a>)</td>
<td>$2.407 million</td>
<td>0.40%</td>
<td>39,476</td>
<td>1%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Campbell&#8217;s Co. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CPB#NASDAQ">CPB</a>)</td>
<td>$2.582 million</td>
<td>0.40%</td>
<td>64,690</td>
<td>1%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Realty Income Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/O#NYSE">O</a>)</td>
<td>$3.198 million</td>
<td>0.50%</td>
<td>55,140</td>
<td>NEW</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lamar Advertising Co. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LAMR#NASDAQ">LAMR</a>)</td>
<td>$6.577 million</td>
<td>1.10%</td>
<td>57,805</td>
<td>1%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VZ#NYSE">VZ</a>)</td>
<td>$8.926 million</td>
<td>1.40%</td>
<td>196,795</td>
<td>9%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
Meanwhile, these stocks have not performed well on a year-to-date basis, but their high dividend yields are what make them lucrative, as per <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a> data.
These yields are considered high when compared to the SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust&#8217;s 1.2% dividend yield as of March 21, highlights <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SPY/dividends">Benzinga</a>.
<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"> 
<table class="has-fixed-layout">
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Company</td>
<td>Dividend Yield</td>
<td>YTD Performance</td>
<td>One Year Performance</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kraft Heinz Co. </td>
<td>6.10%</td>
<td>-14.10%</td>
<td>-17.23%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Golub Capital BDC Inc. </td>
<td>10.50%</td>
<td>-2.75%</td>
<td>-5.29%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ares Capital Corp. </td>
<td>8.60%</td>
<td>0.95%</td>
<td>6.46%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Pfizer Inc. </td>
<td>6.70%</td>
<td>-3.72%</td>
<td>-7.58%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. </td>
<td>5.30%</td>
<td>-17.17%</td>
<td>15.12%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Campbell&#8217;s Co. </td>
<td>5.00%</td>
<td>-26.15%</td>
<td>-31.60%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Realty Income Corp.</td>
<td>5.60%</td>
<td>9.30%</td>
<td>8.97%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lamar Advertising Co. </td>
<td>5.00%</td>
<td>2.12%</td>
<td>4.26%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Verizon Communications Inc.</td>
<td>6.30%</td>
<td>7.09%</td>
<td>4.26%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
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Why It Matters: Investors keenly follow the trades of the &#8216;Oracle of Omaha&#8217; &#8211; Buffett, for a deeper insight into his expertise.
His direct and indirect investments through Berkshire or other subsidiaries or holding companies influence the decisions of several investors.
Berkshire&#8217;s top holdings as of the first quarter 13F filings include Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), American Express Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AXP#NYSE">AXP</a>), Coca-Cola Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KO#NYSE">KO</a>), Bank of America Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAC#NYSE">BAC</a>), and Chevron Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVX#NYSE">CVX</a>).
Price Action: The SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>), which track the S&amp;P 500 index and Nasdaq 100 index, respectively, rose slightly in premarket on Wednesday. The SPY was up 0.011% at $620.41, while the QQQ advanced 0.049% to $552.61, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a> data.
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BofA Securities analyst Michael J. Funk <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/telecommunications" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">reinstated coverage with</a> a Buy rating on T-Mobile US Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>) and separate company notes.
The telecom industry is often viewed as homogeneous. Still, Funk noted that AT&amp;T (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/T#NYSE">T</a>), rated as a Buy with a price target of $32; T-Mobile, rated Neutral with a price target of $255 and Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VZ#NYSE">VZ</a>), rated Neutral with a price target of $45, have unique characteristics tied to strategy, M&amp;A, metric prioritization and return on capital.
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The analyst recommended a perceptive approach that prioritizes multiple expansion opportunities, return on capital, a well-defined fiber or wireless convergence strategy and estimates with greater upside potential than downside risk.
He noted that telecom stocks are under-owned by institutional investors and overlooked as being in a sleepy, mature industry.
However, since 2023, T-Mobile has posted a total return of 53%, AT&amp;T logged 84% and Verizon fell short of the S&amp;P 500 by 800bp at 27%, Funk wrote. Thus, the analyst said that company-specific factors, rather than industry strength or macro, are growing in importance as competition increases and strategies diverge.
AT&amp;T has the most excellent flexibility to compete effectively and return capital, which he noted as the best opportunity to drive stock performance.
Funk noted that AT&amp;T also offers the highest projected return on capital — dividends and buybacks in 2026 — at 7.2% of market cap.
The analyst noted that T-Mobile&#8217;s focus on net addition targets, coupled with a premium valuation, leaves less room for positive estimate revisions and multiple expansions.
He said Verizon is balancing responsible growth and protecting its premium subscriber base. Funk said its proposed acquisition of Frontier Communications adds execution uncertainty and should initially pressure free cash flow.
Territorial integrity is being tested, and competitive intensity is increasing, per the analyst. He noted that telcoms are expanding their broadband footprints through fiber builds, M&amp;A, joint ventures and fixed wireless access (FWA).
Funk noted that cable companies are signaling greater competition as they defend broadband markets and strive for broadband or wireless convergence. Consequently, the analyst noted fewer opportunities for price increases to be prevalent and drive growth in the price times quantity equation.
He said handset subsidies and buyout offers may increase as carriers and cable companies seek to catalyze churn, grow subscribers and lock in stickier converged customers.
Funk said executive and legislative actions, such as immigration and bonus depreciation, are tangential factors for telcom stock performance. The analyst noted the bonus tax depreciation passage was positive for AT&amp;T and Verizon and neutral for T-Mobile.
He estimated that reinstating bonus depreciation would increase AT&amp;T&#8217;s 2026E and 2027E free cash flow by 21% and 26%, respectively.
Immigration reform is a drag on wireless but is manageable, said Funk. The analyst estimated the immigration reform risk to be at least 2.1 million potential subscribers. However, he noted the risk is contained as 20% or less of subscribers at AT&amp;T, T-Mobile and Verizon are prepaid, and deep-value Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) brands are most likely to face material subscriber loss.
Price Actions: T-Mobile stock is down 1.18% at $237.91; Verizon is down 1.65% at $42.83 and AT&amp;T is slightly up at $28.34 at publication on Monday.
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Telecom Stocks Are No Longer One-Size-Fits-All, Analyst Says — Here's Which Company Stands Out

B of A Securities analyst Michael Funk reinstates Verizon Communications (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VZ#NYSE">VZ</a>) with a Neutral and announces $45 price target.

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Netflix, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NFLX#NASDAQ">NFLX</a>) has demonstrated significant momentum, with its stock surging 43.4% in the last three months and 99% over the past year.
The company&#8217;s market cap recently reached half a trillion dollars (its current market cap is $552 billion), as its stock hit a 52-week high of $1,341.
This impressive growth is fueled by a robust content strategy, including hits like Squid Game and Stranger Things, the successful integration of NFL games, a burgeoning ad-supported tier, and an effective crackdown on password sharing.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Earnings</h2>
The streaming giant&#8217;s <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/entertainment/25/04/44877995/netflix-crushes-q1-says-its-working-hard-to-improve-and-expand-its-offering" rel="noreferrer noopener">first-quarter revenue</a> climbed 12.5% year over year to $10.54 billion, exceeding Street estimates. Earnings per share, at $6.61, similarly beat expectations.
Netflix anticipates continued strong performance, projecting second-quarter revenue of $11.04 billion (up 15.4% year over year) and maintaining its full-year revenue guidance of $43.5 billion—$44.5 billion.
Live events are a key focus, with WWE RAW consistently ranking in Netflix&#8217;s global top 10, alongside upcoming boxing matches and a second NFL Christmas Day game in 2025. The recent premiere of Squid Game Season 3 and its companion game, Squid Game: Unleashed, further solidify its content dominance.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Analyst Opinion</h2>
Analysts remain bullish, with a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NFLX/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">consensus price forecast</a> of $1,153 from 32 analysts and a high of $1,600 from Pivotal Research on June 20, 2025.
With an average price forecast of $1508.33 between Pivotal Research, Wells Fargo, and Oppenheimer, there&#8217;s an implied 12.73% upside for Netflix from these most recent analyst ratings.
In April, Bank of America Securities (BofA) analyst Jessica Reif Ehrlich forecasted Netflix <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/price-target/25/04/44826592/netflix-wants-to-be-the-next-1-trillion-company-analyst-highlights-growth-path" rel="noreferrer noopener">to reach a $1 trillion</a> valuation by 2030, driven by advertising, global expansion, and subscriber growth.
Netflix&#8217;s ad-supported plan now reaches 94 million monthly users, boosting its appeal to advertisers, especially among 18–34-year-olds, Ehrlich had said.&nbsp;
Netflix&#8217;s market capitalization of $552 billion significantly surpasses Walt Disney Co.&#8217;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIS#NYSE">DIS</a>) $223 billion, despite Disney&#8217;s <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/reiteration/25/06/46148033/can-disneys-experiences-segment-truly-bring-the-magic-back-for-investors" rel="noreferrer noopener">recent 27% surge</a> primarily due to its Experiences segment.
Comcast Corp&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMCSA#NASDAQ">CMCSA</a>),&nbsp;Verizon Communications&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VZ#NYSE">VZ</a>), and&nbsp;AT&amp;T&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/T#NYSE">T</a>) have indeed faced subscriber losses in their video services due to the rise of Netflix and other streaming services.
This reflects a broader trend, as <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/entertainment/25/06/45978982/streaming-dethrones-tv-giants-netflix-youtube-lead-the-takeover" rel="noreferrer noopener">Nielsen reports</a> streaming viewership, led by Netflix and Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>) (GOOG) YouTube, now accounts for 44.8% of total TV time, surpassing broadcast and cable combined.
Price Action: NFLX stock is trading lower by 0.16% to $1,295 at last check Thursday.
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The <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/dow-jones-industrial-average">Dow Jones Industrial Average</a> was up around 4% in the first half of 2025, with 21 of the 30 components positive year-to-date through the first six months.
The index, which contains a diverse basket of stocks across sectors, offers many dividend stocks, with some having high yields for investors.
What Happened: When looking <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/dividends">for dividend stocks</a>, the Dow Jones Industrial Average is one place with the index having a basket of what are considered blue-chip American companies.
The 30 index components have strong track records of revenue and earnings growth, and in many cases, a long history of paying dividends and raising the dividend amounts.
While investors can buy an ETF like the SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>), which tracks the entire index, another option is to buy the &#8220;Dogs of the Dow.&#8221;
The "Dogs of the Dow" is a popular strategy that often coincides with the beaten-down stocks of the index which also offer high dividend payouts.
Here are the current top-yielding dividend stocks in the Dow Jones Industrial Average after the first six months of 2025.
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<li>Verizon Communications Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VZ#NYSE">VZ</a>): 6.3%</li>
<li>Chevron Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CVX#NYSE">CVX</a>): 4.8%</li>
<li>Merck &amp; Co Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRK#NYSE">MRK</a>): 4.1%</li>
<li>Amgen Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMGN#NASDAQ">AMGN</a>): 3.4%</li>
<li>Johnson &amp; Johnson (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JNJ#NYSE">JNJ</a>): 3.4%</li>
<li>Coca-Cola Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KO#NYSE">KO</a>): 2.9%</li>
<li>UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNH#NYSE">UNH</a>): 2.8%</li>
<li>Procter &amp; Gamble (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PG#NYSE">PG</a>): 2.7%</li>
<li>Home Depot Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HD#NYSE">HD</a>): 2.5%</li>
<li>McDonald's Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MCD#NYSE">MCD</a>): 2.4%</li>
</ol>
In the Dow Jones Industrial Average, 28 of the 30 stocks pay out dividends. The average dividend yield of the 30 companies is 2% with the 10 highest averaging a yield of 3.5%.
Twenty of the 30 stocks in the index pay out at least a 1% dividend yield based on current stock prices.
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Why It's Important: Along with stock price gains, dividends can be a nice form of consistent growth for companies and investors.
Investors can choose to collect dividend yield and put the capital to work in other stocks, or use it as income for other investments or spending. Investors can also reinvest the dividends back into the companies from which they got dividends.
Over a long period of time, dividend stocks can offer strong returns for investors with yields sometimes outpacing the returns of the overall stock market or other asset classes such as bonds and treasuries.
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Verizon Communications (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VZ#NYSE">VZ</a>) Verizon Business,&nbsp;Thames Freeport, and Nokia Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOK#NYSE">NOK</a>) on Wednesday announced a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/06/g46087422/verizon-business-wins-multisite-private-5g-contract-fueling-a-multibillion-dollar-regeneration-pro" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">partnership to deploy</a> Verizon Private 5G Networks across multiple key logistics, manufacturing, and innovation sites along the River Thames Estuary in U.K.&nbsp;
Verizon Private 5G Networks will serve as the technology foundation for a multiyear,&nbsp;multibillion-dollar&nbsp;operational transformation and economic revival for the region, one of the busiest maritime logistics hubs in U.K.
The Private 5G Networks buildout provides a scalable, long-term connectivity foundation for advanced data, AI, edge computing, and IoT infrastructure deployments to transform port and manufacturing operations.
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Thames Freeport has already created 1,400 jobs and plans to reach 5,000 by 2030, focusing on high-skilled training for local communities, the company said in a press release.
The Verizon Private 5G Networks will enable advanced data and application capabilities for AI-driven data analytics, predictive maintenance, process automation, autonomous vehicle control, safety monitoring, and real-time logistics orchestration.
Nokia is the network&#8217;s sole hardware and software provider, which will incorporate the Nokia Digital Automation Cloud (DAC) platform and Nokia MX Industrial Edge (MXIE).
The Verizon Private 5G Networks will be deployed to DP World London Gateway, DP World Logistics Park, Port of Tilbury, and Ford Dagenham.
The move marks Verizon&#8217;s attempt to unlock value beyond U.S. The stock is up just 4% in the last 12 months as it grappled with weaker subscriber numbers due to competition from AT&amp;T (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/T#NYSE">T</a>) and T-Mobile US (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>).
Verizon reported&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/04/44920917/verizon-struggles-with-subscriber-losses-from-price-increases-competition-and-lower-government-support" rel="noreferrer noopener">fiscal&nbsp;first-quarter</a> revenue growth of 1.5% year-over-year, reaching $33.49 billion, topping the&nbsp;analyst consensus estimate of $33.24 billion. Adjusted EPS of $1.19 topped the&nbsp;analyst&nbsp;consensus estimate of $1.15.
Total wireless service revenue was $20.8 billion, up 2.7% Y/Y.
Postpaid phone net losses were 289,000 versus 114,000 net losses Y/Y driven by price hikes, rival promotional offers, and lesser government support. Verizon attributed some of the loss to lower spending by some federal agencies.
Verizon reiterated a 2.0%-2.8% growth in wireless service revenue. It reaffirmed an adjusted EPS of $4.59-$4.73 versus consensus of $4.67.
Price action:&nbsp;On Tuesday, Verizon shares edged up 0.64%, closing the session at $42.63.
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Large Cap

Verizon Teams Up With Nokia To Bring High-Tech 5G Boost To Busy British Ports

<ul>
<li>Verizon Business, in collaboration with Nokia, will deliver multiple Verizon Private 5G Networks to industrial campuses across the Thames Freeport, one of the UK's busiest maritime logistics and manufacturing regions.</li>
<li>The Thames Freeport is a designated UK "Free Trade Zone," established to boost economic growth, create high-value jobs and attract global investment as part of a long-term effort to revive the UK's River Thames Estuary region.</li>
<li>Thames Freeport will use Verizon Private 5G to enhance port operations with AI-driven data analytics, autonomous vehicle control, real-time logistics orchestration, innovation research &amp; development, and more.</li>
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Nokia And Verizon Partner To Build Private 5G Backbone For Thames Freeport's AI-Driven Logistics, Autonomous Vehicles, And Real-Time Operational Insights

The Trump Organization's push into the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/tech/25/06/45990957/trump-mobile-plans-to-launch-499-t-1-phone-made-in-the-usa-but-expert-says-you-dont-have-the-employees-that-can-do-it">smartphone business</a> leans on a tiny Florida-based wireless company headquartered in a Trump Tower condo.
What Happened: To power Trump Mobile's "Made in America" smartphone and wireless plan, the Trump Organization partnered with Liberty Mobile Wireless, a little-known mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) founded in 2018, <a href="https://www.ft.com/content/8b58f16e-fafa-4cfe-a5dc-353fe39f87c7">reported</a> the Financial Times.
A mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) is a business that leases network capacity from major carriers like AT&amp;T (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/T#NYSE">T</a>), Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VZ#NYSE">VZ</a>), and T-Mobile U.S. Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>), and then resells it under its own brand to customers.
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The company is registered at a unit inside the luxury Trump Tower in Miami and lists fewer than 50 employees on LinkedIn.&nbsp;
Despite billing itself as the backbone of Trump Mobile's national rollout, Liberty Mobile Wireless's website still features placeholder text — five identical entries answering the question, "What is Lorem Ipsum?"
Company filings link Liberty Mobile to entrepreneur Matt Lopatin, who has previously launched and dissolved several small ventures.
Why It's Important: Trump Mobile launched earlier this month with promises of a U.S.-made smartphone called the "T1," <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/06/45954307/donald-trump-wants-you-to-use-his-new-47-mobile-plan-with-a-499-gold-phone-made-in-america">retailing for $499</a>.
The order page briefly crashed after its launch on Monday due to what one employee on Wednesday described as a "rush of inquiries," the report noted.&nbsp;
Launching in August alongside a new wireless service called Trump Mobile, the device will reportedly be manufactured in Alabama, California and Florida. However, industry experts are doubtful about large-scale U.S. smartphone production.
Previously, Roger Entner of Recon Analytics noted that no major smartphones have been made in the U.S. since the 2G/3G era due to a lack of infrastructure, skilled labor and supply chains.
Analyst Dan Ives also suggested the project might work on a small scale but would face serious challenges if production exceeds 20,000–40,000 units.
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T-Mobile&nbsp;US (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>) is looking to launch a new data service on its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/02/43582884/elon-musks-spacex-and-t-mobile-go-live-with-starlink-powered-satellite-to-cell-service-heres-how-much-it-will-cost" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">satellite-to-cell network</a>, powered by SpaceX&#8217;s Starlink, by October.
T-Satellite, T-Mobile&#8217;s satellite-to-cell network service, will commercially launch on July 23. It will offer SMS texting, MMS, picture messaging, and short audio clips.
Over 1.8 million customers have signed up for the service since its beta program launch in 2024, including customers from AT&amp;T (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/T#NYSE">T</a>) and Verizon Communications (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VZ#NYSE">VZ</a>) following the Super Bowl ad, Reuters reported on Tuesday, citing Mike Katz, President of Marketing, Strategy and Products at T-Mobile <a target="_blank" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gsr6tnlq1k0" rel="noreferrer noopener">during an event</a>.
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The telecom company will launch a data service on October 1 to allow application experiences on the satellite network.
With over 657 Starlink satellites, the US wireless carrier is looking to extend connectivity to over 500,000 square miles in the US, which is unpenetrable to traditional cell towers.
This move addresses a significant coverage gap, bringing service to remote and underserved areas.
In May 2024, SpaceX itself demonstrated the capabilities of its direct-to-cell Starlink satellite technology with a <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/social-media/24/05/38950223/spacex-conducts-first-starlink-cell-video-satellite-call-what-you-need-to-know" rel="noreferrer noopener">live video call</a> on X.
While T-Mobile is partnering with Starlink, competitors are also making strides in this area; Verizon and AT&amp;T have tapped AST SpaceMobile to provide <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/05/39062478/whats-going-on-with-ast-spacemobile-stock-on-wednesday" rel="noreferrer noopener">satellite service</a>, with Verizon already having introduced satellite <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/media/25/04/44644607/verizons-new-3-year-price-lock-free-phone-offer-strategic-move-to-boost-customer-retention" rel="noreferrer noopener">text messaging</a> for its customers.
Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) is also <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/25/04/44578567/tim-cooks-apple-and-elon-musks-spacex-engage-in-a-heated-battle-over-satellite-tech-and-app-control-report" rel="noreferrer noopener">actively investing</a> in satellite-based communication, and reports suggest competition between Apple and SpaceX for limited spectrum rights.
The broader satellite communication market is experiencing significant growth, having been valued at $84.47 billion in 2023 and projected to reach $194.55 billion by 2032, exhibiting a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 9.72% from 2024-2032.
This growth is driven by increasing demand for high-speed internet, expanding applications of satellite-based services in defense and commercial sectors, and continuous improvements in satellite technology.
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Billionaire Mark Cuban questioned the manufacturing details of President Donald Trump&#8216;s family business&#8217;s newly announced mobile phone venture, writing on X Monday, &#8220;I just want to know who makes them and where,&#8221; following Eric Trump&#8216;s announcement that &#8220;Trump Mobile is going to revolutionize cell phones.&#8221;
What Happened: Cuban suggested the strategic play involves cryptocurrency integration, stating the game company is &#8220;probably playing is to put a crypto wallet on the phone that leverages World Liberty Financial (WLF), OFFICIAL TRUMP (TRUMP) and their stable coins.&#8221;
&#8220;Whatever transactions they can create generates fees for them and there are so many way to sell things and pre-load whatever they want,&#8221; Cuban wrote. 
Trump&#8217;s sons Eric and Donald Jr. unveiled Trump Mobile during a Monday event at Trump Tower in New York, marking the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/06/45954307/donald-trump-wants-you-to-use-his-new-47-mobile-plan-with-a-499-gold-phone-made-in-america">latest business venture from the president&#8217;s family</a>. The service will operate as a mobile virtual network operator using T-Mobile US Inc.&#8216;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>) network infrastructure through Liberty Mobile.
The company promises &#8220;made in America&#8221; phones, with a gold-colored T1 model priced at $499 available for September 2025 preorder with a $100 deposit. Trump Mobile&#8217;s flagship offering, &#8220;The 47 Plan,&#8221; costs $47.45 monthly, referencing Trump&#8217;s status as <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/06/45954307/donald-trump-wants-you-to-use-his-new-47-mobile-plan-with-a-499-gold-phone-made-in-america">both the 45th and 47th president</a>.
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&mdash; Mark Cuban (@mcuban) <a href="https://twitter.com/mcuban/status/1934697756737851881?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 16, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Plans include unlimited calling and texting to over 100 countries, plus telemedicine and roadside assistance features. Customers can use existing devices or purchase Trump-branded phones.
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Why It Matters: The launch follows recent complications in Trump family crypto ventures. Their cryptocurrency wallet project was suspended earlier this month amid internal disputes at World Liberty Financial, though Eric Trump confirmed continued commitment to the TRUMP meme coin, which has <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/crypto/cryptocurrency/25/06/45829666/trump-branded-crypto-wallet-project-suspended-amid-internal-dispute-says-eric-trump">contributed nearly $2.9 billion</a> to President Trump&#8217;s net worth.
Trump Mobile enters a market dominated by AT&amp;T Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/T#NYSE">T</a>), Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VZ#NYSE">VZ</a>), and T-Mobile. The venture raises potential regulatory concerns given Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr&#8216;s Republican appointment by Trump while overseeing <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/06/45954307/donald-trump-wants-you-to-use-his-new-47-mobile-plan-with-a-499-gold-phone-made-in-america">telecommunications regulation</a>.
Cuban&#8217;s skepticism highlights industry questions about whether Trump phones will be manufactured domestically from launch or represent a future goal, particularly <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/25/06/45954307/donald-trump-wants-you-to-use-his-new-47-mobile-plan-with-a-499-gold-phone-made-in-america">as Trump has threatened to impose tariffs</a> on Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) devices made in China and India.
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Mark Cuban Casts Doubt On Trump Mobile's 'Made In America' Claim, Suggests Crypto Wallet Play Behind $499 Phone Launch: 'Sell Things And Pre-load Whatever They Want'

President Donald Trump may have a solution to costly mobile phone plans and smartphones like Apple Inc&#8216;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) iPhone being <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/04/44632659/trump-tariffs-could-blow-up-apple-analyst-estimates-39-5-billion-impact">produced in other countries</a>.
Trump Mobile is launching soon. Here are the details.
What Happened: President Trump's sons Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr. unveiled Trump Mobile during an event at Trump Tower in New York on Monday, with details of a new mobile phone service to be the<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/08/40412973/trump-made-300k-from-bible-endorsement-over-500k-from-a-maga-journey-and-millions-from-book-royaltie"> latest product launch</a> from the president.
"We've partnered with some of the greatest people in the industry to make sure that real Americans get true value from their mobile carriers," Trump Jr. said, as reported by <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-06-16/trump-launches-self-branded-mobile-phone-service-in-the-us?srnd=homepage-americas&amp;sref=TBDibEcD">Bloomberg</a>.
Trump Mobile will operate on U.S. wireless networks with phones that are "made in America," according to the company.
Plans on Trump Mobile will offer unlimited calling and texting to more than 100 countries, along with features like telemedicine help and roadside assistance.
Customers will be able to use their existing phones or purchase a Trump-branded phone, called the T1, which will be made in America. The Verge <a href="https://www.theverge.com/news/687418/trump-mobile-network-t1-trademark-application">reported </a>a $499 gold version of the phone with a currently listed release of September 2025, which is available for preorder now with a $100 deposit.
Trump Mobile will offer plans such as "The 47 Plan," which costs $47.45 per month, a nod to Trump&#8217;s being both the 47th and 45th president of the United States.
Terms of Use for Trump Mobile say the network is "powered by Liberty Mobile," a mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) using the T-Mobile network.
"Trump Mobile is going to revolutionize cellphones, mobile calling," Eric Trump told Fox News on Monday.
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Why It's Important: The new phone company and phone service could test the waters of loyalty for Trump fans and see if they can disrupt the "Big 3" wireless operators in the United States. AT&amp;T Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/T#NYSE">T</a>), Verizon (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VZ#NYSE">VZ</a>) and T-Mobile US (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NASDAQ">TMUS</a>).
T-Mobile U.S. could end up being the winner in the launch as it is the MVNO being used. T-Mobile also provides its network for other cheaper mobile offerings like Mint Mobile, Metro and U.S. Mobile.
Trump&#8217;s sons emphasize the importance of the Trump Mobile phones being made in the U.S., but questions remain about whether they will be from the start or if that is the future goal. The push for made-in-America phones comes as Trump battles Apple over their smartphones being made in China and India, with the president placing tariffs on phones made in other countries.
The launch of Trump Mobile follows some celebrities who have dipped their toes in the telecommunications market. Ryan Reynolds was an <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/m-a/23/03/31362824/ryan-reynolds-mobile-company-gets-1-35b-buyout-from-t-mobile-will-he-purchase-an-nhl-team-with-that">investor in Mint Mobile</a>, which sold to T-Mobile in 2023.
Actors Will Arnett, Jason Bateman and Sean Hayes, the trio behind the "SmartLess" podcast, recently announced a new mobile company called SmartLess Mobile.
One potential red flag and conflict of interest for Trump Mobile will be the president's involvement in the company and the fact that FCC Chairman Brendan Carr, a Republican appointed by Trump, will oversee the company&#8217;s regulation.  
Trump and his family&#8217;s launch of a mobile network follows several recent business ventures since he first became president, including a social media network, NFTs, bibles, sneakers, a meme cryptocurrency, and more.
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Hollywood actors turned hosts of the popular podcast &#8220;SmartLess,&#8221; Jason Bateman, Will Arnett and Sean Hayes, expanded their brand on Tuesday by launching a new mobile phone service<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42221861/joe-rogans-interview-with-donald-trump-cant-put-podcaster-at-top-of-apples-2024-rankings-heres-who-beat-him"> called SmartLess Mobile.&nbsp;</a>
What To Know: SmartLess Mobile, a direct-to-consumer wireless provider, aims to offer affordable plans by focusing on customers who use less data than traditional unlimited plans provide.&nbsp;
"If you own your phone, spend most of your day on Wi-Fi, and are on an unlimited data plan, moving to SmartLess Mobile could literally cut your monthly bill in half. Seriously, if your phone bill knew how often you're on Wi-Fi, it would be embarrassed," Hayes said in a statement.&nbsp;
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Bateman highlighted that most SmartLess podcast listeners engage with the show through their phones, making the move into the mobile sector a natural extension of the brand.
"Our SmartLess podcast now reaches millions of listeners each month, almost all of whom listen on their phones," said Bateman. "Extending the SmartLess brand into mobile is a logical next step."
SmartLess Mobile is positioning itself as a value-driven alternative to major carriers like Verizon Communications, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VZ#NYSE">VZ</a>) and AT&amp;T, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/T#NYSE">T</a>) by providing cost-effective plans for consumers who don't need unlimited data. 
The initiative may have been inspired by the success of celebrity-backed <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/management/25/06/45816039/the-investment-ryan-reynolds-says-hes-more-proud-of-than-anything-hes-done-in-his-life">mobile venture</a> Mint Mobile (co-founded by actor Ryan Reynolds), which was acquired by T-Mobile US, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMUS#NYSE">TMUS</a>) for $1.3 billion in 2023. 
Celebrity brands have become dominant forces by leveraging star power to drive consumer interest, sales and brand loyalty. For example, e.l.f Beauty, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ELF#NYSE">ELF</a>) purchased rhode, Hailey Bieber&#8216;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/25/05/45677382/elf-beauty-buys-hailey-biebers-brand-rhode-for-1-billion-now-shes-richer-than-husband-justin-bieber">prestige cosmetics brand</a>, in May for $1 billion. 
Consumers are drawn to brands where celebrities are genuinely involved, and social media amplifies their reach, which could drive success for SmartLess Mobile.&nbsp;
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