PQUS0.870%
as of Oct 23
VZ
GrowthVERIZON COMMUNICATIONS INC
Verizon Communications Inc., through its subsidiaries, engages in the provision of communications, technology, information, and streaming products and services to consumers, businesses, and governmental entities worldwide. It operates in two segments, Verizon Consumer Group (Consumer) and Verizon Business Group (Business). The Consumer segment provides wireless services across the wireless networks in the United States under the Verizon and TracFone brands and through wholesale and other arrangements; and fixed wireless access (FWA) broadband through its wireless networks, as well as related equipment and devices, such as smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, and other wireless-enabled connected devices.
Close · 3M
-5.12%
Held by 2 AI ETFs
AIEQ0.050%
as of Oct 26
Signal performance
Each tracked ETF's moves on this stock, grouped by fund. Returns are measured from the signal date to the latest close — hypothetical, no commissions or slippage.
Buy signals13
Win rate46% (6/13)
Avg buy return-2.64%
PQUS · Weight decrease · 2d
weight 0.870% → 0.830% (-0.040 pp)·stock down 6.2% in the 30 days before
Oct 21·entry $43.56·now $44.66
+2.53%
since Oct 21
PQUS · Weight increase · 3d
weight 0.790% → 0.850% (+0.060 pp)·stock down 13.7% in the 30 days before
Oct 14·entry $44.42·now $44.66Fresh
+0.54%
since Oct 14
PQUS · Weight increase · 2d
weight 0.790% → 0.830% (+0.040 pp)·stock down 15.1% in the 30 days before
Oct 13·entry $43.53·now $44.66Drifting
+2.60%
since Oct 13
PQUS · Weight decrease · 2d
weight 1.020% → 0.870% (-0.150 pp)·stock down 9.4% in the 30 days before
Oct 5·entry $45.85·now $44.66
-2.60%
since Oct 5
PQUS · Weight increase · 2d
weight 0.960% → 0.990% (+0.030 pp)·stock up 10.5% in the 30 days before
Aug 16·entry $48.06·now $44.66Fresh
-7.07%
since Aug 16
PQUS · Weight decrease · 2d
weight 1.010% → 0.960% (-0.050 pp)·stock up 11.5% in the 30 days before
Aug 1·entry $47.36·now $44.66
-5.70%
since Aug 1
PQUS · Weight increase · 2d
weight 0.910% → 0.950% (+0.040 pp)·stock down 6.7% in the 30 days before
Jul 19·entry $43.50·now $44.66Drifting
+2.67%
since Jul 19
PQUS · Weight decrease · 3d
weight 0.930% → 0.900% (-0.030 pp)·stock down 8.0% in the 30 days before
Jul 12·entry $42.68·now $44.66
+4.64%
since Jul 12
PQUS · Weight decrease · 2d
weight 0.930% → 0.910% (-0.020 pp)·stock down 8.0% in the 30 days before
Jul 11·entry $42.68·now $44.66
+4.64%
since Jul 11
PQUS · Weight decrease · 2d
weight 1.070% → 0.930% (-0.140 pp)·stock down 11.1% in the 30 days before
Jul 2·entry $42.56·now $44.66
+4.93%
since Jul 2
PQUS · Weight increase · 2d
weight 1.040% → 1.070% (+0.030 pp)·stock down 3.5% in the 30 days before
Jun 28·entry $44.10·now $44.66Fresh
+1.27%
since Jun 28
-3.06%
since Jun 25
-7.17%
since Jun 12
-6.43%
since May 31
AIEQ · New entry · 1d
weight 0 → 0.050% (new)·stock up 6.2% in the 30 days before
Sep 1·entry $50.30·now $44.66Fresh
-11.21%
since Sep 1
AIEQ · Exit · 1d
weight 0.050% → 0 (exited)·stock up 11.5% in the 30 days before
Aug 2·entry $47.36·now $44.66
-5.70%
since Aug 2
AIEQ · Weight decrease · 2d
weight 0.290% → 0.050% (-0.240 pp)·stock down 12.0% in the 30 days before
Jul 1·entry $41.99·now $44.66
+6.36%
since Jul 1
-4.86%
since Jun 11
LQAI · Exit · 1d
weight 0.610% → 0 (exited)·stock up 10.7% in the 30 days before
Aug 6·entry $46.99·now $44.66
-4.96%
since Aug 6
LQAI · Weight increase · 2d
weight 0.560% → 0.640% (+0.080 pp)·stock up 3.5% in the 30 days before
Jul 28·entry $48.19·now $44.66Fresh
-7.33%
since Jul 28
LQAI · Weight increase · 3d
weight 0.530% → 0.570% (+0.040 pp)·stock down 6.7% in the 30 days before
Jul 17·entry $43.59·now $44.66Drifting
+2.45%
since Jul 17
LQAI · Weight increase · 2d
weight 0.530% → 0.560% (+0.030 pp)·stock down 6.8% in the 30 days before
Jul 16·entry $43.88·now $44.66Fresh
+1.78%
since Jul 16
LQAI · Weight decrease · 2d
weight 0.480% → 0.430% (-0.050 pp)·stock down 11.4% in the 30 days before
Jun 30·entry $42.34·now $44.66
+5.48%
since Jun 30
-3.06%
since Jun 25
-4.88%
since Jun 10
-0.47%
since Jun 4
Sell signals show what the stock did after the AI exited. A negative number means the AI's exit was well-timed.
Buffett-style framework
Fails the frameworkas of Aug 16
The AI ETF activity for Verizon is mixed, with PQUS showing an increase in its position while LQAI and AIEQ have recently exited the stock. This mixed sentiment contrasts with the framework's 'Fail' verdict, which stems from concerns about financial health and the inability to confirm key financial criteria, aligning more with the AI funds making recent divestments.
- Circle of CompetenceVerizon's established position in the essential telecommunications industry, characterized by recurring subscription revenues and high barriers to entry, allows for a reasonable projection of its unit economics and future cash flows.
- Economic MoatVerizon possesses a durable economic moat derived from its extensive network infrastructure, valuable spectrum licenses, strong brand recognition, and inherent customer switching costs.
- ManagementSpecific information regarding management's candor, capital allocation track record, and skin in the game is not provided, preventing a definitive assessment.
- Financial HealthThe absence of comprehensive 10-year ROE history, specific operating margin trends, owner earnings data, and detailed debt analysis beyond a high EV/EBITDA prevents a conclusive pass on financial health criteria.
- Margin of SafetyWithout a detailed projection of future cash flows or owner earnings, it is not possible to estimate intrinsic value conservatively and assess for a defensible margin of safety.
Verizon operates within a predictable circle of competence, bolstered by a durable economic moat from its significant infrastructure and regulatory advantages. However, the analysis reveals insufficient data to confirm robust financial health, particularly regarding a consistent 10-year ROE, verifiable owner earnings, and manageable debt. Consequently, without a clear demonstration of strong financials and a defensible margin of safety, the company fails this value-investing framework.
Educational interpretation generated by AI applying frameworks Warren Buffett documented in his shareholder letters and other public writings. Not a statement by Mr. Buffett or Berkshire Hathaway, and not investment advice.