Verizon declares quarterly dividend on December 4
Rhea-AI Summary
Verizon (NYSE: VZ) declared a quarterly dividend of $0.69 per share, unchanged from the prior quarter. The dividend is payable on February 2, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business on January 12, 2026. Verizon reported approximately 4.2 billion common shares outstanding and disclosed it paid more than $11.2 billion in cash dividends in 2024. The company cited 19 consecutive years of dividend growth and referenced 2024 revenue of $134.8 billion. The announcement emphasizes continuity of the dividend and ongoing cash-flow support for shareholder distributions.
Positive
- Quarterly dividend maintained at $0.69 per share
- Payable on Feb 2, 2026 with record date Jan 12, 2026
- 19 consecutive years of dividend growth
- 2024 dividends exceeded $11.2 billion
Negative
- No dividend increase versus prior quarter
- Approximately 4.2 billion shares amplify cash outflow
News Market Reaction
On the day this news was published, VZ gained 1.45%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
Key Figures
Market Reality Check
Peers on Argus
VZ showed a small pre-news decline of -0.55%. Peers were mixed: T at -0.65%, TMUS at -0.67%, CMCSA at -0.16%, and AMX up 0.28%. No synchronized sector move is indicated.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 04 | Dividend declaration | Positive | +1.4% | Maintained $0.69 dividend with strong cash flow and 19-year growth streak. |
| Nov 13 | Network partnership | Positive | +0.8% | 100G optical ring deployment for Monumental Sports & Entertainment broadcasting. |
| Nov 06 | Promotional offers | Positive | +0.3% | Holiday device bundles and home internet incentives for new and existing customers. |
| Nov 06 | Marketing campaign | Positive | +0.3% | FIFA World Cup 26™ “Golden Ticket” sweepstakes to deepen customer engagement. |
| Nov 05 | 5G deployment | Positive | +0.9% | Neutral Host Network with Verizon 5G for KPMG’s new Manhattan headquarters. |
Recent Verizon headlines, including dividend and business announcements, have generally been followed by modestly positive next-day moves.
Over recent months, Verizon’s news flow has centered on network expansion, strategic partnerships, marketing campaigns and recurring dividend declarations. The June and September 2025 dividend announcements highlighted stable to rising payouts, backed by $134.8 billion in 2024 revenue and over $11.2 billion in cash dividends. Business updates in early November showcased new 5G and optical network deployments and promotional initiatives. Today’s dividend declaration continues this pattern of emphasizing cash returns and network-driven strategy.
Regulatory & Risk Context
Verizon has an effective Form S-3ASR shelf registration filed on August 29, 2025, which streamlines the process for issuing registered securities in the future. The filing covers common and preferred stock and various debt securities, but no specific aggregate dollar amount is stated in the provided summary.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement highlighted Verizon’s continued commitment to shareholder income via a quarterly dividend of $0.69 per share, payable on February 2, 2026 to holders of record on January 12, 2026. Management pointed to $134.8 billion in 2024 revenue and more than $11.2 billion in annual dividends, alongside a 19-year dividend growth streak. With an effective S-3ASR in place, investors may focus on future capital-raising activity and the durability of cash flows that support ongoing payouts.
AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.
NEW YORK, Dec. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors at Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) today declared a quarterly dividend of 69 cents per outstanding share, consistent with the prior quarter's dividend rate. The quarterly dividend is payable on February 2, 2026 to Verizon shareholders of record at the close of business on January 12, 2026.
“Verizon is transforming to be a leaner, faster and bolder team focused on delighting customers to regain market leadership,” said Dan Schulman, CEO of Verizon. “We are committed to delivering increasing value for our shareholders and the dividend is an iron clad reflection of that commitment. Our 19 consecutive years of dividend growth reflect Verizon's strong and reliable cash flow generation.”
Verizon has approximately 4.2 billion shares of common stock outstanding. The company made more than
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