VZ (Verizon Communications) Moat Score: 8/10 (As of Jun. 25, 2026)


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64 GF Score
Price $46.07
GF Value $42.49
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Verizon Communications Moat Score?

Verizon Communications VZ +0.85% 64 Moat Score is 8 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus rates VZ with a GF Score™ of 64/100 and a GF Value™ of $42.49 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 392 Telecommunication Services companies, Verizon Communications ranks better than 99.74% on this metric.

Verizon Communications has the Moat Score of 8, which implies that the company might have Wide Moat - Clear and robust wide moat.

Verizon Communications has Wide Moat: Verizon has a robust wide moat due to its market leadership, strong brand, significant customer switching costs, and durable cost advantages from economies of scale. Its extensive network and regulatory barriers further solidify its competitive position.

Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more.

The company's Moat Score is based on these criteria:

1. Market leadership and sustainable market share
2. Network effects and significant customer switching costs
3. Valuable intellectual property and patents
4. Strong brand strength and deep customer loyalty
5. Durable cost advantages (e.g., economies of scale, proprietary technology)
6. Significant regulatory barriers and exclusive licenses
7. Superior distribution network
8. Strong and sustainable pricing power
9. Consistent and impactful innovation and R&D capabilities

Based on the research, GuruFocus believes Verizon Communications might have Wide Moat - Clear and robust wide moat.

Verizon Communications  (NYSE:VZ) Moat Score Explanation

The Moat Score ranges from 0 to 10, with 10 as the highest. GuruFocus divided Moat Score into following 8 categories:

Moat Score Moat Level
10Wide Moat - Exceptionally dominant and durable wide moat
8 - 9Wide Moat - Clear and robust wide moat
7Wide Moat - Entry-level wide moat, clearly possessing durable advantages
6Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide
5Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat
4Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat
1 - 3No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages
0No Moat - No discernible moat

Verizon Communications Moat Score Related Terms

VZ vs TMUS, T, CMCSA: Moat Score Comparison

For the Telecom Services subindustry, Verizon Communications's Moat Score, along with its competitors' market caps and Moat Score data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.

Verizon Communications Moat Score vs Telecommunication Services Industry

For the Telecommunication Services industry and Communication Services sector, Verizon Communications's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Verizon Communications's Moat Score falls into.


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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Moat Score →
What does a Moat Score of 8 mean?
Verizon Communications (VZ) has a Moat Score of 8 as of Jun. 25, 2026. Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more. According to the industry distribution chart, Verizon Communications ranks #1 out of 392 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, placing it in the top 0.3%.
Is Verizon Communications' Moat Score too high?
Verizon Communications' current Moat Score is 8. Based on the distribution chart, Verizon Communications ranks #1 out of 392 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Verizon Communications has a GF Score™ of 64/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Verizon Communications' Moat Score compare to TMUS and T?
According to the Telecommunication Services industry distribution chart, Verizon Communications ranks #1 out of 392 companies for Moat Score. This places Verizon Communications in the top 0% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Moat Score for a Telecommunication Services company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Telecommunication Services industry context. However, Moat Score should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Moat Score mean?
A high Moat Score can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more. Verizon Communications's current Moat Score is 8. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Verizon Communications stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Verizon Communications (VZ) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $42.49, compared to a current price of $46.07 — trading 8.4% above its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 8. Verizon Communications' overall GF Score™ is 64/100 with 3 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Moat Score calculated?
Moat Score is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Verizon Communications (VZ), the current Moat Score is 8 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Verizon Communications (VZ) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Verizon Communications stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $46.07 is trading 8.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of $42.49. GuruFocus considers Verizon Communications to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for VZ:

  • Moat Score: 8
  • GF Value™: $42.49 vs. price of $46.07 (8.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 64/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the VZ stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Verizon Communications Business Description

Address 1095 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY, USA, 10036
Wireless services account for 75% of Verizon Communications' total service revenue and nearly all of its operating income. The firm serves about 94 million postpaid and 20 million prepaid phone customers via its nationwide network, making it the largest US wireless carrier. Fixed-line telecom operations include local networks in the Northeast that reach about 30 million homes and businesses, including about 20 million served by the Fios fiber-optic network. Verizon closed its acquisition of Frontier Communications in January, adding networks that reach another 15 million locations, including 9 million with fiber. These networks serve about 11 million broadband customers. Verizon also provides telecom services nationwide to enterprise customers, using a mix of its own and other networks.
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