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title: "Verizon (VZ) Looks Like a Fairly Attractive Buy Ahead of Earnings"
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description: "Verizon (VZ) is viewed as an attractive buy ahead of its Q2 2026 earnings on July 24. The telecom giant's free cash flow has recovered, and its 6.6% dividend yield appears well-covered, with the wireless business stabilizing. While the stock has rebounded from 2023 lows, it continues to underperform the broader market. A bullish thesis relies on a positive quarter of postpaid phone net additions and management maintaining guidance for at least $21.5 billion in free cash flow."
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# Verizon (VZ) Looks Like a Fairly Attractive Buy Ahead of Earnings

Verizon (VZ) looks like a fairly attractive **Buy** ahead of earnings. The telecom giant, which provides wireless and broadband services across the U.S., is no longer facing the same cash-flow pressure that weighed on its stock in 2022 and 2023. Free cash flow (FCF) has recovered, the 6.6% dividend yield looks well covered, and the wireless business is finally showing signs of stabilization.

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That being said, Verizon is set to report its Q2 2026 results before the opening bell on July 24. More than a small earnings per share (EPS) beat, my bullish thesis depends on two things: another positive quarter of postpaid phone net additions and management maintaining its guidance for at least $21.5 billion in FCF.

## **Verizon’s Rebound Has Yet to Close the Gap**

Verizon’s rebound has yet to close the gap with the broader market. The stock has recovered since hitting its October 2023 lows near $30. However, VZ traded mostly sideways throughout 2024 and 2025, continuing to underperform the market.

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> **Disclaimer: This article is for reference only and does not constitute any investment advice.**