TD Cowen Cuts Verizon Communications (VZ) Price Target to $55

Key Points

  • Verizon's stock recently traded at $43.45, which is about 0.3% below the closing price of $43.60 on the same day.
  • TD Cowen's $55 price target implies 26.60% upside from Verizon Communications Inc.'s ($VZ) current $43.45 share price.
  • The company has a market cap of approximately $179.1 billion and a P/E ratio of 11.2, indicating its valuation relative to earnings.
  • Analysts have varying views, with Scotiabank maintaining a Sector Outperform rating and a target of $51.5, while Barclays set a target of $44.

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On October 27, 2026, TD Cowen lowered its price target on Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) to $55 from $56, while keeping its rating at Buy. This change reflects TD Cowen's updated outlook on the stock, as it continues to see potential in the company despite the target adjustment.

VZ Verizon Communications Inc.
$43.10 +13.45% year to date
Daily close · Oct 26, 2026
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Other Institutional Activity in Verizon

Verity & Verity increased its stake in Verizon by 14,477 shares, resulting in a total of 563,522 shares valued at about $25.8 million. In contrast, Simplicity Wealth, LLC reduced its holdings by 91,205 shares, bringing its total to 205,134 shares worth around $9.4 million. Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB also decreased its position, selling 31,571 shares for a total of 256,497 shares valued at approximately $11.8 million.

Verizon Communications Inc. Stock Down 2.7%

Verizon's stock closed at $43.60 on October 27, 2026, while it recently traded around $43.45. This price is below its 50-day moving average of $47.44 and its 200-day moving average of $46.74. Additionally, the stock is about 15.9% below its 52-week high of $51.68, but 12.3% above its 52-week low of $38.68.

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Recent Earnings

Verizon reported trailing twelve-month revenue of approximately $138.9 billion and an EPS of $3.84. The company's revenue growth year-over-year is down by 0.7%. The next earnings report is expected on February 1, 2027.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On October 27, 2026, TD Cowen maintained a Buy rating on Verizon with a new price target of $55, down from $56. Barclays also maintained an Equal-Weight rating with a target of $44, while Morgan Stanley set its target at $50, both on the same day. The consensus among analysts gives Verizon a mean price target of about $51.06 based on 22 opinions.

About Verizon Communications Inc.

Verizon Communications Inc. is a major player in the telecom sector, providing various communication and technology services. The company serves consumers, businesses, and government entities globally, operating through its Consumer and Business segments. This price target adjustment by TD Cowen reflects ongoing developments in the telecom industry and market conditions.

Bottom Line

Investors will be watching Verizon's upcoming earnings report on February 1, 2027, for further insights into its performance. TD Cowen's target change may indicate a cautious outlook amid market fluctuations, but the firm still maintains a Buy rating on the stock.

Source: TD Cowen's rating change on $VZ (Oct 27, 2026). Written by software, not financial advice. How we make alerts

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