Verizon declares quarterly dividend on December 4

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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

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 $11.2 billion in cash dividend payments in 2024.

Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) powers and empowers how its millions of customers live, work and play, delivering on their demand for mobility, reliable network connectivity and security. Headquartered in New York City, serving countries worldwide and nearly all of the Fortune 500, Verizon generated revenues of $134.8 billion in 2024. Verizon’s world-class team never stops innovating to meet customers where they are today and equip them for the needs of tomorrow. For more, visit verizon.com or find a retail location at verizon.com/stores.

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FAQ

What dividend did Verizon (VZ) declare on December 4, 2025?

Verizon declared a quarterly dividend of $0.69 per share on December 4, 2025.

When is Verizon's (VZ) dividend payable and what is the record date?

The dividend is payable on February 2, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business on January 12, 2026.

How many Verizon (VZ) shares are outstanding and how does that affect dividends?

Verizon has about 4.2 billion common shares outstanding, which scales the total cash dividend obligation.

How much did Verizon (VZ) pay in dividends in 2024?

Verizon paid more than $11.2 billion in cash dividends in 2024.

Has Verizon (VZ) been growing its dividend historically?

Yes; the company cites 19 consecutive years of dividend growth.

Does the December 4, 2025 announcement increase Verizon's (VZ) dividend?

No; the declared quarterly dividend of $0.69 is consistent with the prior quarter.