Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) Yield on Cost (YOC): 5.89%
The yield on cost (YOC) for Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) is 5.89%.
VZ Yield on Cost (YOC) Metrics
YIELD ON COST (YOC)
5.89%
Forward Yield on Cost Projections
If you buy VZ today at the current stock price of $46.92 with a yield of 5.89% and dividends continue to grow at the historical rate (1.9% CAGR), your YOC would be:
Current Yield
5.89%
YOC in 3 Years
6.36%
YOC in 5 Years
6.69%
YOC in 10 Years
7.60%
Interactive Yield on Cost Calculator
Project custom investment returns for Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) based on your custom cost basis.
Starting Yield
5.88%
Ending YOC
7.86%
Year 15 Dividend
$3.69
Cum. Dividends Recd.
$48.49
| Year | Projected Div. / Share | YoY Dividend Hike | Yield on Cost (YOC) | Total Dividends Recd. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial | $2.76 | — | 5.88% | $0.00 |
| Year 1 | $2.81 | +1.95% | 6.00% | $2.81 |
| Year 2 | $2.87 | +1.95% | 6.11% | $5.68 |
| Year 3 | $2.92 | +1.95% | 6.23% | $8.61 |
| Year 4 | $2.98 | +1.95% | 6.35% | $11.59 |
| Year 5 | $3.04 | +1.95% | 6.48% | $14.63 |
| Year 6 | $3.10 | +1.95% | 6.60% | $17.73 |
| Year 7 | $3.16 | +1.95% | 6.73% | $20.89 |
| Year 8 | $3.22 | +1.95% | 6.86% | $24.11 |
| Year 9 | $3.28 | +1.95% | 7.00% | $27.39 |
| Year 10 | $3.35 | +1.95% | 7.13% | $30.74 |
| Year 11 | $3.41 | +1.95% | 7.27% | $34.15 |
| Year 12 | $3.48 | +1.95% | 7.42% | $37.63 |
| Year 13 | $3.55 | +1.95% | 7.56% | $41.18 |
| Year 14 | $3.62 | +1.95% | 7.71% | $44.80 |
| Year 15 | $3.69 | +1.95% | 7.86% | $48.49 |
Yield on Cost (YOC) Formula
Formula: Yield on Cost = Annual Dividend / Original Purchase Price × 100
Inputs shown in the projection:
- Original purchase price.
- Annual dividend per share at the starting point.
- Assumed annual dividend growth rate.
- Projected annual dividend divided by original purchase price.
Note: Forward projections assume dividends continue to grow at the designated growth rate. Actual dividend payments are declared by corporate boards and are subject to change.
Verizon Communications Inc. Yield on Cost (YOC) Formula & Definition
Yield on Cost shows the dividend yield based on your original purchase price. As dividends grow, your YOC increases even if the market yield stays the same.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Verizon Communications Inc. Yield on Cost (YOC) FAQ
- What is the yield on cost (YOC) for Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ)?
- The yield on cost (YOC) for VZ stock is 5.89%.
About Verizon Communications Inc.
Verizon Communications Inc. operates as a prominent global provider of diverse communication, technology, information, and entertainment solutions, catering to individuals, enterprises, and government entities worldwide through its various divisions. Its Consumer segment focuses on individual customers, supplying a broad spectrum of mobile service options, including both subscription-based (postpaid) and pay-as-you-go (prepaid) plans. This segment also facilitates internet access for portable devices such as laptop computers and tablets, and offers a variety of wireless hardware, ranging from smartphones and traditional mobile handsets to advanced wireless-enabled gadgets like tablets and smartwatches. Additionally, it delivers essential residential fixed connectivity services, which encompass internet, television, and voice communication. Verizon also extends its network capabilities by providing access to mobile virtual network operators. As of December 31, 2021, this segment reported approximately 115 million wireless retail connections, 7 million wireline broadband connections, and 4 million Fios video connections. The company's Business segment is dedicated to providing enterprise-level solutions. It offers comprehensive network connectivity products, including private networking, private cloud integration, virtual and software-defined networking, and high-speed internet access services. This segment further delivers sophisticated internet protocol-based voice and video communication tools, unified communications and collaboration platforms, and specialized customer contact center solutions. Beyond core connectivity, it provides a suite of managed services and data security offerings. Its extensive portfolio also covers domestic and international voice and data services, such as calling, messaging, conferencing, advanced contact center functionalities, and dedicated private line and data access networks. Moreover, the Business segment furnishes customer premises equipment, along with essential installation, maintenance, and on-site support services, and a wide array of Internet of Things (IoT) products and services. By December 31, 2021, this segment had approximately 27 million wireless retail postpaid connections and 477 thousand wireline broadband connections. Verizon Communications Inc. was incorporated in 1983 and holds its corporate headquarters in New York, New York. The company, which was originally known as Bell Atlantic Corporation, officially adopted its current name in June 2000.
- Sector
- Communication Services
- Industry
- Telecommunications Services
- CEO
- Daniel H. Schulman