Verizon (VZ) Aktie: Kaufen oder nicht? Die Finanz-YouTuber-Analyse

The YouTuber expresses concern about Verizon, noting a decline in postpaid customers and slowing growth in business and broadband segments. While not directly impacted by tariffs, the softening demand for wireless services could be an indicator of broader economic weakening, suggesting caution for investors.

“But we are starting to see some weakness. You can see that here in the consumer segment in the top center lost 356,000 postpaid customers in the quarter.” — ▶ Clip ansehen

The YouTuber recommends Verizon as a low-risk, lower-reward option, particularly for market pullbacks, due to its defensive nature (cell phone bills are essential) and a 6.3% dividend yield. He highlights its strong cash flow and strategic moves into fiber and bundling services, aiming for a 'new generation of the triple play' despite the competitive market.

“So you got some high-risisk stocks that I've talked about a little bit earlier. This is a little bit more on the safe side. not going to give you the same upside potential, but you are going to get a really nice dividend.” — ▶ Clip ansehen

The analyst recommends Verizon due to its strategic shift beyond mobile phones into broadband and streaming, leveraging its strong 5G network. He believes this will drive higher free cash flow, making the 6.1% dividend yield attractive and sustainable, especially as interest rates are expected to fall, reducing debt service costs.

“I think long-term the Strategic position where Verizon has one of the best 5G networks in the United States they're leveraging that through not only smartphone connections but also broadband and streaming I think that will ultimately Drive Higher free cash flow that's why I think that dividend yield of 6.1% is really attractive.” — ▶ Clip ansehen

The analyst argues that despite a revenue miss, Verizon's earnings report was better than headlines suggest because the company is growing in high-margin wireless services and shrinking in low-margin equipment sales. He also notes improving debt metrics and a high dividend yield, suggesting positive long-term trends for the business.

“I like all the trends of Verizon but it is kind of a steady as you go business.” — ▶ 9:00