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Why Telus Corp stock is tanking today

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Investors are reacting to Telus Corp's recent financial moves, resulting in a noticeable drop in share price.

Telus Corp (T.TO) is seeing its stock price fall, down 1.01% in today’s trading session. This decline comes despite the company’s efforts to manage its debt and improve its balance sheet. As investors process these changes, the market response has been cautious.

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T.TO

Telus Corp

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$4.87 (-26.04%)
120 day period
$13.25$16.11$18.97Feb 27May 26Aug 19

Market cap

$21.78B

Div. yield

12.44%

Div. / share

$1.67

52W high

$21.20

52W low

$12.93

1W change

+4.38%

Beta

0.73

Analyst Price Targets

Based on analyst covering T

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Wall Street analysts forecast T stock price to rise 5.6% over the next 12 months.

Consensus

Moderately Bullish

Based on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)

Avg. Target

C$14.61

+5.6% Upside

Current Price

C$13.83

Last close

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Analyst ratings and price targets are updated periodically. Not financial advice.

Wealth Awesome Price Forecast

WA Model

Statistical 90-day price range based on T's historical volatility

HistoricalForecast68%95%
C$6.69C$9.35C$12.01C$14.67C$17.33C$19.99TodayApr 13Jun 16Aug 19Oct 1Nov 14Dec 27

30-Day Vol

43.3%

Annualized

90-Day Vol

29.1%

Annualized

Trend (90d)

-50.0%

Annualized drift

90d Mean

C$11.57

Expected price

HorizonExpected68% Range (1σ)
30 trading daysC$13.03C$11.22C$15.13
60 trading daysC$12.28C$9.94C$15.17
90 trading daysC$11.57C$8.93C$14.98

Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ±1σ, 95% band = ±2σ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.

Investor takeaway: While Telus is actively working on reducing debt and managing finances strategically, the immediate market reaction indicates that investors are wary about its long-term profitability.

Telus Corp's Stock Down 1.01% Today

Despite a market cap of over CAD 21.78 billion, Telus's stock is struggling, reflecting investor concerns about its financial health.

Bull case

Telus's proactive steps to redeem notes and raise capital through subordinated note offerings could strengthen its balance sheet. This approach may lead to improved financial stability in the future.

Bear case

The current drop in stock price shows investor skepticism about Telus's ability to turn around its profitability, especially given its negative profit margin and ongoing debt obligations.

Market Reaction to Financial Strategies

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Telus Corp's recent financial maneuvers, including the redemption of significant notes, haven't fully reassured investors. The stock's decline suggests a lack of confidence in the company's ability to improve its profit margins, which currently sit at a concerning -4.55%. Investors are closely monitoring how these strategies will unfold in the long term.

Debt Management Efforts

Despite the stock's performance, Telus has been actively managing its debt. The company has successfully redeemed its 3.75% Notes, Series CV, and plans to redeem additional notes using proceeds from its hybrid note offerings. While these efforts are commendable, the immediate market reaction indicates that investors are still cautious about the company's overall financial health.

Looking Ahead

As Telus navigates its current challenges, investors will need to weigh the potential benefits of its debt management strategies against the backdrop of its declining stock price. The company’s ability to restore investor confidence will be crucial in the coming weeks, especially as it continues to face profitability issues.


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Published: August 20, 2026
Last Updated: August 20, 2026
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