As BCE Inc prepares to report its earnings, investors are closely watching for signs of ongoing growth in the competitive telecommunications market.
BCE Inc. (BCE.TO), Canada’s largest telecommunications company, will release its earnings report on August 6, 2026, before the market opens. Investors are eager to see if the company can meet or exceed the consensus estimates, especially after beating expectations in three of the last four quarters.
Recent earnings trend
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BCE Inc
BCE.TO
BCE.TO
BCE Inc
WealthAwesomeMarket cap
$28.86B
P/E
4.6x
Div. yield
5.75%
Div. / share
$1.75
52W high
$35.79
52W low
$29.66
1W change
+0.52%
Beta
0.59
Analyst Price Targets
Based on analyst covering BCE
Wall Street analysts forecast BCE stock price to rise 20.4% over the next 12 months.
Consensus
BullishBased on avg. target vs last close (formal rating unavailable for Canadian listings)
Avg. Target
C$37.25
+20.4% Upside
Current Price
C$30.95
Last close
Analyst ratings and price targets are updated periodically. Not financial advice.
Wealth Awesome Price Forecast
WA ModelStatistical 90-day price range based on BCE's historical volatility
30-Day Vol
26.7%
Annualized
90-Day Vol
21.1%
Annualized
Trend (90d)
-33.3%
Annualized drift
90d Mean
C$27.48
Expected price
| Horizon | Expected | 68% Range (1σ) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 trading days | C$29.75 | C$27.13 – C$32.62 |
| 60 trading days | C$28.59 | C$25.10 – C$32.58 |
| 90 trading days | C$27.48 | C$23.43 – C$32.25 |
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.
Analyst coverage: 9 analyst(s) cover this name; upcoming EPS consensus is available.
Beat estimates in 3 of the last 4 comparable quarter(s).
| Fiscal period | Report date | Actual EPS | Estimate | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-30 | 2026-08-06 | — | 0.7000 | — |
| 2026-03-31 | 2026-05-07 | 0.6300 | 0.5800 | +8.6% |
| 2025-12-31 | 2026-02-05 | 0.6900 | 0.6200 | +11.3% |
| 2025-09-30 | 2025-11-06 | 0.7900 | 0.7100 | +11.3% |
| 2025-06-30 | 2025-08-07 | 0.6300 | 0.7100 | -11.3% |
| 2025-03-31 | 2025-05-07 | 0.6900 | 0.6200 | +11.3% |
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Investor takeaway: With a solid track record of earnings surprises and a positive analyst consensus, BCE's upcoming report could be a key moment for investors seeking stability in the telecommunications sector.
EPS Consensus of $0.74 with Revenue Expected at $6.29B
The upcoming earnings report is expected to show a modest revenue increase of 3.4% year-over-year, with EPS estimates reflecting a potential 18.1% growth from the previous year.
Bull case
BCE has a strong history of exceeding earnings expectations, with a recent EPS growth estimate of 18.1% year-over-year. The company is also investing in advanced technologies, which may give it a competitive edge.
Bear case
Despite its historical successes, analysts have recently lowered BCE's EPS estimates slightly, indicating a more cautious outlook. Additionally, the stock is currently trading below its 50-day and 200-day moving averages, which raises concerns among investors.
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