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Yahoo
11-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Insiders At Verizon Communications Sold US$4.9m In Stock, Alluding To Potential Weakness
Over the past year, many Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE:VZ) insiders sold a significant stake in the company which may have piqued investors' interest. When analyzing insider transactions, it is usually more valuable to know whether insiders are buying versus knowing if they are selling, as the latter sends an ambiguous message. However, if numerous insiders are selling, shareholders should investigate more. Although we don't think shareholders should simply follow insider transactions, logic dictates you should pay some attention to whether insiders are buying or selling shares. This technology could replace computers: discover the 20 stocks are working to make quantum computing a reality. In fact, the recent sale by Executive VP & CEO of Verizon Business Group Kyle Malady was not their only sale of Verizon Communications shares this year. They previously made an even bigger sale of -US$811k worth of shares at a price of US$40.54 per share. So it's clear an insider wanted to take some cash off the table, even below the current price of US$43.61. As a general rule we consider it to be discouraging when insiders are selling below the current price, because it suggests they were happy with a lower valuation. However, while insider selling is sometimes discouraging, it's only a weak signal. It is worth noting that this sale was only 24% of Kyle Malady's holding. In the last year Verizon Communications insiders didn't buy any company stock. You can see a visual depiction of insider transactions (by companies and individuals) over the last 12 months, below. If you want to know exactly who sold, for how much, and when, simply click on the graph below! Check out our latest analysis for Verizon Communications For those who like to find hidden gems this free list of small cap companies with recent insider purchasing, could be just the ticket. Over the last three months, we've seen significant insider selling at Verizon Communications. Specifically, insiders ditched US$2.2m worth of shares in that time, and we didn't record any purchases whatsoever. This may suggest that some insiders think that the shares are not cheap. For a common shareholder, it is worth checking how many shares are held by company insiders. We usually like to see fairly high levels of insider ownership. Insiders own 0.03% of Verizon Communications shares, worth about US$52m. We've certainly seen higher levels of insider ownership elsewhere, but these holdings are enough to suggest alignment between insiders and the other shareholders. Insiders haven't bought Verizon Communications stock in the last three months, but there was some selling. And even if we look at the last year, we didn't see any purchases. On the plus side, Verizon Communications makes money, and is growing profits. Insider ownership isn't particularly high, so this analysis makes us cautious about the company. We're in no rush to buy! So while it's helpful to know what insiders are doing in terms of buying or selling, it's also helpful to know the risks that a particular company is facing. Every company has risks, and we've spotted 2 warning signs for Verizon Communications you should know about. Of course, you might find a fantastic investment by looking elsewhere. So take a peek at this free list of interesting companies. For the purposes of this article, insiders are those individuals who report their transactions to the relevant regulatory body. We currently account for open market transactions and private dispositions of direct interests only, but not derivative transactions or indirect interests. Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? Get in touch with us directly. Alternatively, email editorial-team (at) article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned. Sign in to access your portfolio
Channel Post MEA
06-03-2025
- Business
- Channel Post MEA
MWC 2025: Verizon And Accenture Partner For Offering Cybersecurity Solutions
Combining both companies' strengths in cybersecurity and networking, the partnership will begin by offering new as-a-service capabilities including Identity and Access Management (IAM), Managed Extended Detection and Response (MxDR), as well as cyber risk services. Following this initial phase, the partnership will concentrate on co-innovating new solutions. 'Cybersecurity is a top priority for businesses. With our decades of experience in this area, Verizon is committed to offering solutions that protect our customers and keep their data secure,' said Kyle Malady, CEO of Verizon Business. 'We are seeing evolving demands from our customers and we are building out new cybersecurity capabilities. Partnering with Accenture will be key to scaling our capabilities and delivering new and innovative products to address our customers' most pressing needs.' 'The security landscape is growing more complex, driven by emerging technologies, geopolitical uncertainty, global data and cyber security regulations, supply chain risks, and a cyber skills gap. Businesses must prioritize resilience to stay ahead of evolving threats,' said Manish Sharma, CEO – Americas, Accenture. 'Our solutions, coupled with Verizon's core network services and deep security expertise will enable businesses to better protect their data and operations against cyber-attacks.' 'Verizon's targeted emphasis on security services offerings, combined with its collaboration with Accenture, enables both companies to effectively address the increasing demand for comprehensive cybersecurity solutions' noted Craig Robinson, IDC Research Vice President, Security & Trust. 'This initiative will improve Verizon Business's competitive edge and align its offerings with current market trends and customer needs'
