BCE files 2025 annual report on Form 40-F

Rhea-AI Summary

BCE (TSX: BCE, NYSE: BCE) filed its 2025 annual report on Form 40-F with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on March 6, 2026. The filing includes audited financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2025.

Copies are available online at BCE.ca and SEC.gov, and printed audited financial statements are available on request at no charge via BCE Investor Relations.

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Technical Price $25.98, trading above 200-day MA of $23.75, about 2.04% below 52-week high and 28.11% above 52-week low.

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BCE down 1.78% with mixed peer moves: TU -0.65%, RCI +0.57%, SATS -2.82%, VIV -0...

BCE down 1.78% with mixed peer moves: TU -0.65%, RCI +0.57%, SATS -2.82%, VIV -0.44%, TLK -0.96%, indicating stock-specific trading rather than a broad sector swing.

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Feb 27 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Feb 27	Conference participation	Positive	+2.5%	CEO fireside chat at Morgan Stanley TMT conference with webcast access.
Feb 27	Conference participation	Positive	+2.5%	CFO fireside chat at Scotiabank telecom and technology conference.
Feb 20	Conference participation	Positive	+0.9%	CFO appearance at Barclays communications and content symposium.
Feb 05	Results and targets	Neutral	-2.9%	Q4 2025 and full-year 2025 results with 2026 financial targets.
Jan 07	Earnings scheduling	Neutral	+0.2%	Announcement of Q4 2025 results and 2026 guidance release date and call.

Pattern Detected

Recent BCE headlines about conferences and results generally saw modest, directionally aligned price reactions.

Recent Company History

Over the last few months, BCE has mainly issued event-focused updates, including multiple conference participation notices on Feb 20, 2026 and Feb 27, 2026, which coincided with positive moves between 0.9% and 2.49%. Earnings and guidance news on Feb 5, 2026 prompted a -2.92% reaction. Today’s Form 40-F filing follows that reporting cycle as a routine regulatory step, without introducing new financial figures in the release itself.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement confirms BCE’s 2025 audited financial statements were formally filed on Form 40-F ...

Analysis

This announcement confirms BCE’s 2025 audited financial statements were formally filed on Form 40-F for the year ended December 31, 2025, making detailed disclosures available via BCE.ca and SEC.gov. It follows earlier updates on 2025 results and 2026 targets. Investors may focus on the underlying annual report data, compare it with the Feb 5, 2026 earnings release, and monitor upcoming events or guidance changes for fresh catalysts.

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"announced the filing of its 2025 annual report on Form 40-F with the U.S."

A Form 40-F is a standardized annual filing used by certain Canadian companies that trade in U.S. markets to give U.S. regulators and investors the same core financial statements and key disclosures they file in Canada. Think of it as a translated, formally packaged annual report that lets investors in a different marketplace compare a company’s results, governance and risks more easily, which reduces uncertainty and helps investment decisions.

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"annual report on Form 40-F with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)."

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is a government agency responsible for overseeing the stock market and protecting investors. It sets rules to ensure that companies share truthful information and that trading is fair, helping to maintain trust in the financial system. This oversight is important because it helps prevent fraud and ensures that investors can make informed decisions.

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MONTRÉAL, March 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - BCE Inc. (TSX: BCE) (NYSE: BCE) today announced the filing of its 2025 annual report on Form 40-F with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

BCE's Form 40-F includes audited financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2025, and is available on BCE's website at BCE.ca in the Investors section and on the SEC's website at SEC.gov.

Holders of BCE securities may receive a printed copy of BCE's audited financial statements at no charge by contacting BCE Investor Relations by phone at 1-800-339-6353, by email at investor.relations@bce.ca or by mail at 1, carrefour Alexander-Graham-Bell, Building A, 8^th Floor, Verdun, Québec H3E 3B3.

About BCE

BCE is Canada's largest communications company¹, leading the way in advanced fibre and wireless networks, enterprise services and digital media. By delivering next-generation technology that leverages cloud-based and AI-driven solutions, we're keeping customers connected, informed and entertained while enabling businesses to compete on the world stage. To learn more, please visit Bell.ca or BCE.ca.

1 Based on total revenue and total combined customer connections.

Media inquiries: 
Ellen Murphy
media@bell.ca

Investor inquiries: 
Richard Bengian
richard.bengian@bell.ca

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FAQ

What did BCE (BCE) file on March 6, 2026?

BCE filed its 2025 annual report on Form 40-F with the SEC on March 6, 2026. According to BCE, the filing includes audited financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2025 and is available on BCE.ca and SEC.gov for investor review.

Where can investors access BCE's 2025 audited financial statements (BCE)?

Investors can view the 2025 audited financial statements on BCE.ca and the SEC website at SEC.gov. According to BCE, both the Form 40-F and audited statements are posted online and available in the Investors section for download and review.

How can holders get a free printed copy of BCE's 2025 audited financial statements?

Holders can request a printed copy at no charge by contacting BCE Investor Relations by phone, email, or mail. According to BCE, requests can be made at 1-800-339-6353, investor.relations@bce.ca, or to the Verdun, Québec mailing address provided.

What period do the audited financial statements in BCE's 2025 Form 40-F cover?

The audited financial statements cover the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025. According to BCE, those statements are included in the Form 40-F filing submitted to the SEC on March 6, 2026 and accessible to investors online.

Is BCE's Form 40-F filing available on the SEC website and when was it filed?

Yes. BCE's Form 40-F was filed with the SEC on March 6, 2026 and is available on SEC.gov. According to BCE, the filing contains the company's audited financial statements for the 2025 fiscal year.