Rating Change
Citigroup reiterated its Buy rating on Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE:VZ) on October 28, 2026.
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Citigroup Reiterates Buy Rating on Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ)
Citigroup reiterated its Buy rating on Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE:VZ) on October 28, 2026.
At publication ·
What changed
Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE:VZ) · reiterate
- Firm
- Citigroup
- Rating
- Buy to Buy
- Price at event
- $43.18
- Market capitalization
- $169.5B
At a glance
Key takeaways
- Citigroup reiterated a Buy rating on Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) on October 28, 2026, with the stock trading at $43.18 and a market cap of $169.5 billion.
Market Context
Verizon Communications Inc. operates in the Communication Services sector. The stock currently trades at $43.18 with a market capitalization of $169.5B. The stock has gained 9.2% over the past 52 weeks.
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Recent Analyst Activity for Verizon Communications Inc.
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 6 Buy, 4 Hold, 0 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 28, 2026 | Citigroup | Buy | N/A |
| Oct 27, 2026 | TD Cowen | Buy | N/A |
| Oct 27, 2026 | Barclays | Equal-Weight | N/A |
| Oct 27, 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Equal-Weight | N/A |
| Oct 09, 2026 | Scotiabank | Sector Outperform | N/A |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Buy rating mean for VZ?
A rating of Buy from Citigroup reflects the analyst's outlook on Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE:VZ). Analyst ratings are one factor investors consider alongside earnings, valuation, and sector trends.
Where can I find more analyst ratings?
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