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Based in New York, Verizon Communications Inc. offers communication services in the form of local phone service, long-distance calls, wireless and data services. In January 2006, Verizon completed its merger with MCI Corporation, a leader in long-distance and data networking services. With the acquisition of Alltel Wireless Corp. in early 2009, Verizon has surpassed AT&T Inc. as the largest wireless carrier in North America, serving millions of customers nationwide.

VZ is a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) stock, with a Value Style Score of A and VGM Score of B. Shares are currently trading at a forward P/E of 9.5X for the current fiscal year compared to the Wireless National industry's P/E 20.8X. Additionally, VZ has a PEG Ratio of 3.4 and a Price/Cash Flow ratio of 5X. Value investors should also note VZ's Price/Sales ratio of 1.4X.

A company's earnings performance is important for value investors as well. For fiscal 2025, six analysts revised their earnings estimate higher in the last 60 days for VZ, while the Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.01 to $4.7 per share. VZ also holds an average earnings surprise of 2.2%.

With strong valuation and earnings metrics, a good Zacks Rank, and top-tier Value and VGM Style Scores, investors should strongly think about adding VZ to their portfolios.

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