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StocksMedium•13 February 2026•

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Institutional Investors Boost Stakes in Verizon Following Strong Earnings and Dividend Hike

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Verizon Communications (VZ) has seen a significant uptick in institutional investment during the third quarter, fueled by robust financial performance. Wedbush Securities Inc. expanded its position in the telecom giant by 18.4%, bringing its total holdings to 140,981 shares, while Caprock Group LLC established a new stake valued at approximately $5.547 million. The surge in buying follows Verizon's report of $1.09 in earnings per share, which beat market expectations on total revenue of $36.38 billion. Investor sentiment was further bolstered by the company's decision to raise its quarterly dividend to $0.7075 per share. These institutional moves underscore growing confidence in Verizon’s ability to maintain strong cash flows and deliver consistent shareholder value despite broader sector challenges.