Verizon Declares Consistent Quarterly Dividend
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NEW YORK, Sept. 09, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- Verizon Communications Inc has announced a consistent quarterly dividend of 70.75 cents per outstanding share. This dividend, unchanged from the previous quarter, is set to be distributed to shareholders on November 2, 2026, provided they are recorded as of October 9, 2026.
According to the company's CEO, Dan Schulman, Verizon's reliability in maintaining its dividend is a testament to the firm's operational efficiency and sustained cash flow. "Verizon's commitment to returning capital to shareholders is a direct result of our focused operations and our ability to drive sustainable financial performance," Schulman stated.
The company currently holds approximately 4.2 billion shares of common stock. In 2025, Verizon distributed approximately $11.5 billion in cash dividends. The dividend declaration follows the company's broader strategy of balancing capital returns with investment in long-term growth.
Verizon, headquartered in New York City, serves a wide range of customers across various sectors, including nearly all of the Fortune 500. The company reported revenues of $138.2 billion for the year 2025, highlighting its significant financial footprint in the telecommunications industry.
The announcement underscores Verizon's ongoing efforts to maintain financial stability and provide value to its shareholders while continuing to invest in areas critical for future growth.