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Verizon (VZ) announced Motorola's 2026 devices, including foldable smartphones and wearables, are available with discounts for its customers. The razr fold is priced at $1,949.99, the razr+ at $1,099.99, and the razr with Swarovski crystals at $999.99. The moto watch ultra is priced at $349.99, and the moto buds 2 plus at $149. VZ stock was up 1.46% on the NYSE.

A report by ITU and WBA found that 50 largest digital companies generated 92% of sector's operational emissions in 2024, with top 10 emitting 163M tCO2e. Amazon led with 35M tCO2e, followed by China Mobile. US and Chinese firms dominated emissions and electricity use, with East Asia lagging in renewable energy adoption.

FirstLight selected Netcracker's Digital OSS to modernize network operations and support fiber expansion. Verizon announced a $70M investment in nationwide AI training, partnering with IBM, Google, Anthropic, Microsoft, and OpenAI.

Verizon is investing $70 million in a nationwide AI training initiative for job seekers, small businesses, and educators, partnering with non-profits and tech companies. CEO Dan Schulman encourages other large companies to contribute similarly. The investment follows a previous $20 million commitment for departing employees.

Meta's Muse AI agent caused a selloff in financial, travel, and telecom stocks. Allstate, Progressive, Charles Schwab, JPMorgan, Morgan Stanley, Wells Fargo, Expedia, Booking Holdings, Planet Fitness, Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile declined. Goldman Sachs warned of disruption in habit-driven industries. Muse's success sent Meta shares up 11% on Monday.

A Verizon officer filed a notice to sell 1,100 shares of VZ common stock, valued at approximately $52,000. This follows several similar-sized sales by the same officer in recent months, all from restricted stock vesting.

MoffettNathanson raised its price target for Verizon Communications to $50 from $49 while maintaining a neutral rating. The change reflects updated valuation and earnings per share revisions. Verizon's stock is currently trading at $47.68, down 0.85% in pre-market.

Verizon's (VZ) fiber cable was accidentally cut in New Jersey, causing flight disruptions at major airports. Over 600 flights were canceled, and 400 delayed. Verizon's stock has declined 6% in the last 6 months, with a current price of $48. The company reported strong Q2 earnings, with improved churn and free cash flow growth. Analysts see potential upside based on revenue growth and operating margins.

Verizon (VZ) faced a service disruption after a fiber-optic cable was severed in New Jersey, affecting over 600 flights. The company offers a 5.8% dividend yield with a 57% payout ratio, but its stock is 10.2% overvalued according to GF Value™. Verizon has a GF Score™ of 69, indicating solid profitability and momentum but weaker growth and financial strength. Insider activity shows $15.8M in sales over the past year, while 17 premium gurus hold shares with mixed recent activity.

Raymond James reiterated an Outperform rating and $56.00 price target for Verizon (VZ), citing subscriber growth strategy and undervaluation. The firm adjusted its financial model, accounting for expected business flow and spectrum asset purchases. Verizon's dividend yield is approximately 5.88%, with a 22-year track record of increases. Recent developments include Scotiabank raising its price target to $52.50 and Verizon settling lawsuits with T-Mobile.