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Verizon ( (VZ) ) has provided an update.
On January 8, 2026, Verizon’s Human Resources Committee amended its prior letter agreement with executive Daniel H. Schulman to update the terms of a $30 million target value performance stock unit award initially slated for 2026. The award will now be granted in the first quarter of 2026 alongside the company’s regular long-term incentive equity grants to executive officers, will generally require Schulman’s continued employment through December 31, 2027, and will vest based on a mix of adjusted earnings per share performance and relative total shareholder return versus a comparator group over performance periods running from October 17, 2025 through December 31, 2027; all other provisions of Schulman’s agreement remain unchanged, underscoring Verizon’s use of performance-based equity to align executive incentives with shareholder outcomes.
The most recent analyst rating on (VZ) stock is a Hold with a $48.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Verizon stock, see the VZ Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on VZ Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, VZ is a Outperform.
Verizon’s strong financial performance and attractive valuation are the most significant factors driving its overall stock score. The company’s ability to generate substantial cash flows and maintain profitability despite high leverage is commendable. Technical indicators suggest positive momentum, although some resistance is noted in the longer term. The earnings call reinforces Verizon’s strategic focus on customer-centric growth and cost efficiency, addressing challenges in churn and competitive pressures.
To see Spark’s full report on VZ stock, click here.
More about Verizon
Verizon is a major U.S. telecommunications company that provides wireless and wireline communications, data, and broadband services to consumer, business, and government customers, with a focus on large-scale network infrastructure and related connectivity solutions.
Average Trading Volume: 27,414,927
Technical Sentiment Signal: Hold
Current Market Cap: $171.1B
For a thorough assessment of VZ stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.