Verizon (VZ) YTD return

Updated November 02, 2026 · Data: Yahoo Finance

+16.17%

YTD return in 2026 (from Dec 31, 2025 close)

Dec 31, 2025 close$38.78

Current price$45.05

$1,000 on Dec 31 →$1,161.70

YTD rank#208 of 500

SectorCommunication Services

Official websiteverizon.com

Price chart

VZ vs its sector

Communication Services sector average-14.26%

VZ YTD+16.17%

Difference+30.43 pts

Stocks in sector22

Outperforming its sector. VZ is 30.43 points ahead of the Communication Services sector average, which covers 22 ranked S&P 500 stocks.

Verizon (VZ) is up +16.17% year-to-date in 2026, ranking #208 of 500 ranked S&P 500 stocks. It closed 2025 at $38.78 and trades at $45.05 as of November 02, 2026. $1,000 invested on December 31, 2025 would be worth $1,161.70 today. That puts it 30.43 points ahead of the Communication Services sector average of -14.26%.

Recent performance

Verizon (VZ) has fallen 0.38% over the past month, outpacing the S&P 500 by 1.97%, and fallen 2.40% over the past three months (ahead of the index by 0.12%). It is trading 11.07% below its 52-week high of $50.66, set on 2026-09-15. Momentum is positive: the stock rose in at least 4 of the last 5 sessions.

Latest VZ news

SpaceX Reportedly Eyes Boost Mobile Deal to Challenge Wireless GiantsGuruFocus.com · 2026-11-02
T-Mobile CEO rules out a major deal with SpaceXTheStreet · 2026-11-02
3 Blue Chip Dividend Stocks That Out-Yield the 2027 COLA24/7 Wall St. · 2026-11-02
Airwaves a Wireless Carrier Sold in August Are Now Part of a Satellite Operator's Mobile PlansCNW Group · 2026-11-02
SpaceX In Boost Mobile Talks With Ergen's EchoStarInvestor's Business Daily · 2026-11-02

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VZ YTD return FAQ

What is Verizon (VZ)'s YTD return in 2026?

Verizon (VZ) is up +16.17% year-to-date in 2026, as of November 02, 2026.

What was Verizon (VZ)'s price at the start of 2026?

Verizon (VZ) closed at $38.78 on December 31, 2025 and trades at $45.05 as of November 02, 2026.

Where does Verizon (VZ) rank by YTD return in 2026?

Verizon (VZ) ranks #208 of 500 S&P 500 stocks by YTD return in 2026, as of November 02, 2026.

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