New York, May 7, 2026
Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE:VZ) reported a -0.71% one-month return and a $198.11 billion market capitalization as of May 6, 2026, while announcing a $25 billion share buyback program and reaffirming its dividend commitment.
Financial Performance and Market Context
Verizon Communications Inc. closed at $47.44 per share on May 6, 2026, reflecting a challenging first quarter for the telecommunications giant. The company’s one-month return of -0.71% contrasts with the Russell 1000 Value Index’s 2.10% gain over the same period. Meanwhile, the Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index fell by 0.05%, signaling broader market volatility.
The Aristotle Value Equity Fund (Class I-2), which holds Verizon among its investments, recorded a -2.23% total return for Q1 2026, underperforming the Russell 1000 Value Index. Despite these headwinds, Verizon maintains a robust customer base, serving 96 million postpaid and 20 million prepaid subscribers.