The ‘Squawk on the Street' team discuss this utility stock.
AT&T (T) reachead $26.96 at the closing of the latest trading day, reflecting a -0.22% change compared to its last close.
AT&T's dividend yield has decreased to 4.1% due to strong share price performance, making Verizon more attractive for income-oriented investors with a 6% yield. AT&T's recent outperformance is driven by 5G and fiber investments, reduced leverage, and multiple expansion, but its valuation is now higher than historical levels. Despite limited revenue and EBITDA growth, AT&T's financial position is improving, allowing for potential capital returns and dividend stability, but not significant growth.
AT&T (T 0.97%) stock offers passive income investors a robust dividend yield and the chance for an increasing stock price.
AT&T is on a comeback trail with a refocused business. Verizon has long had a solid business plan for both the long-term and the short-term. The churn warning should be easy to resolve. Both companies have a recession-resistant business.
AT&T (T) has received quite a bit of attention from Zacks.com users lately. Therefore, it is wise to be aware of the facts that can impact the stock's prospects.
Despite solid price appreciation, AT&T appears to be treading in the middle of the road and investors could be better off if they trade with caution.
Telecom stocks were in a funk earlier this week, with shares of Verizon (VZ 2.04%), AT&T (T 1.84%), and T-Mobile (TMUS 2.51%) all tumbling on Tuesday, after comments from Verizon chief revenue officer Frank Boulben, given at a Deutsche Bank Media, Internet & Telecom Conference, caused telecommunications sectors to freak out just a little bit.
Telecom giants AT&T (T -1.11%) and Verizon Communications (VZ -1.93%) aren't obvious leaders in the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution, yet their high-speed, low-latency connectivity services play a vital role in the data-intensive AI ecosystem.
AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T ) Deutsche Bank Annual Media, Internet & Telecom Conference March 11, 2025 8:50 AM ET Company Participants Pascal Desroches - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Bryan Kraft - Deutsche Bank Bryan Kraft Okay. Good morning, everyone, again.
Verizon calls out a more competitive wireless industry, and that's weighing on its shares — as well as those of its peers.
AT&T forecast first-quarter adjusted profit in line with analysts' estimates on Monday, signaling steady demand for its discounted premium plans combining 5G mobile with high-speed fiber data.