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BCE (BCE) Stock Forecast & Price Target

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C$28.15 +0.15 (+0.54%)
As of 04:00 PM Eastern

BCE - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2026)

Consensus Rating

Sell
0
Hold
3
Buy
10

Based on 13 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for BCE in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy." Out of the 13 analysts, 3 have given a hold rating, and 10 have given a buy rating for BCE.

Consensus Price Target

C$37.12
31.85% Upside
According to the 13 analysts' twelve-month price targets for BCE, the average price target is C$37.12. The highest price target for BCE is C$41.00, while the lowest price target for BCE is C$32.00. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 31.85% from the current price of C$28.15.
MarketBeat calculates consensus analyst ratings for stocks using the most recent rating from each Wall Street analyst that has rated a stock within the last twelve months. Each analyst's rating is normalized to a standardized rating score of 1 (sell), 2 (hold), 3 (buy) or 4 (strong buy). Analyst consensus ratings scores are calculated using the mean average of the number of normalized sell, hold, buy and strong buy ratings from Wall Street analysts. Each stock's consensus analyst rating is derived from its calculated consensus ratings score (0 to .5 = Strong Sell, .5 to 1 = Sell, 1 to 1.5 = Reduce, 1.5 to 2.5 = Hold, 2.5 to 3.0 = Moderate Buy, 3.0 to 3.5 = Buy, >3.5 = Strong Buy). MarketBeat's consensus price targets are a mean average of the most recent available price targets set by each analyst that has set a price target for the stock in the last twelve months. MarketBeat's consensus ratings and consensus price targets may differ from those calculated by other firms due to differences in methodology and available data.
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BCE Analyst Ratings Over Time

TypeCurrent Forecast
10/20/25 to 10/20/26
1 Month Ago
9/20/25 to 9/20/26
3 Months Ago
7/22/25 to 7/22/26
1 Year Ago
10/20/24 to 10/20/25
Strong Buy
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
1 Strong Buy rating(s)
1 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy
10 Buy rating(s)
8 Buy rating(s)
7 Buy rating(s)
5 Buy rating(s)
Hold
3 Hold rating(s)
4 Hold rating(s)
4 Hold rating(s)
3 Hold rating(s)
Sell
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
2 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price TargetC$37.12C$37.69C$37.29C$36.05
Forecasted Upside31.85% Upside21.98% Upside23.48% Upside7.66% Upside
Consensus RatingModerate BuyModerate BuyModerate BuyHold

BCE Analyst Recommendations By Month

The chart below shows how a company's ratings by analysts have changed over time. Each bar represents the previous year of ratings for that month. Within each bar, the sell ratings are shown in red, the hold ratings are shown in yellow, the buy ratings are shown in green, and the strong buy ratings are shown in dark green.
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BCE Price Targets by Month

The chart below shows how a company's share price and consensus price target have changed over time. The dark blue line represents the company's actual price. The lighter blue line represents the stock's consensus price target. The even lighter blue range in the background of the two lines represents the low price target and the high price target for each stock.
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BCE Stock vs. The Competition

TypeBCECommunication Services Companies
Consensus Rating Score
2.77
2.08
Consensus RatingModerate BuyHold
News Sentiment Rating
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Report Date
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DateBrokerageAnalystActionRatingPrice TargetReport Date
Upside/Downside
Details
10/20/2026
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Scotiabank
4 of 5 stars
 Lower TargetSector OutperformC$40.00 ➝ C$36.50+29.75%
10/13/2026 UpgradeHold ➝ BuyC$32.00+14.70%
10/8/2026 Lower TargetOutperformerC$39.00 ➝ C$38.00+33.99%
10/7/2026 Lower TargetBuyC$43.00 ➝ C$41.00+45.44%
10/1/2026 Lower TargetOutperformC$38.00 ➝ C$36.00+27.43%
9/15/2026 Boost TargetBuyC$37.00 ➝ C$40.00+24.34%
8/7/2026 Boost TargetSector OutperformC$39.00 ➝ C$40.00+26.58%
7/21/2026 UpgradeUnderweight ➝ Equal WeightC$31.00 ➝ C$35.00+15.06%
7/16/2026 Set TargetMarket PerformC$37.00+19.16%
7/10/2026 Lower TargetOutperformC$39.00 ➝ C$36.00+19.09%
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7/1/2026 UpgradeHold ➝ Buy
2/6/2026 Boost TargetC$33.00 ➝ C$37.00+7.43%
1/27/2026 UpgradeStrong Sell ➝ Hold
12/11/2025 UpgradeMarket Perform ➝ OutperformC$37.00+14.37%
5/21/2025 Lower TargetC$34.00 ➝ C$32.00+7.42%

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Should I Buy BCE Stock? BCE Pros and Cons Explained

These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Saturday, October 17, 2026. Please send any questions or comments about these BCE pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

BCE
Bull Case

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Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in BCE Inc.:

  • The stock is currently trading at $28.73, which is significantly below the consensus price target of C$37.69 set by analysts, suggesting substantial potential for price appreciation as the market re-evaluates the company's value relative to its peers.
  • BCE Inc. offers a high dividend yield of 6.32%, providing a robust income stream for investors, which is particularly attractive in a market where stable cash flows from the company's diversified telecommunication services and media assets are prioritized.
  • Recent strategic initiatives, such as the memorandum of understanding signed with Cisco to collaborate on sovereign AI infrastructure for Canada, position the company to capitalize on emerging technology trends and expand its service offerings beyond traditional telecommunications.
  • Analyst sentiment has improved recently, with Canaccord Genuity Group upgrading the stock from a hold to a buy rating and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce maintaining an outperformer rating, indicating growing confidence in the company's ability to execute its growth strategy.
  • The company demonstrated strong financial performance in its most recent quarterly results, reporting a net margin of 25.89% and a return on equity of 27.73%, which reflects efficient capital management and profitability despite the challenges in the telecommunications sector.

BCE
Bear Case

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Investors should be bearish about investing in BCE Inc. for these reasons:

  • The company carries a high debt-to-equity ratio of 175.06, which indicates a significant leverage burden that could limit financial flexibility and increase vulnerability to economic downturns or rising interest rates.
  • BCE Inc. recently hit a 52-week low of $26.66, and the stock price has declined from its 52-week high of $36.25, reflecting persistent downward pressure and investor concerns about the company's long-term growth prospects and competitive positioning.
  • Several major financial institutions, including Royal Bank of Canada and National Bank Financial, have recently lowered their price targets on the stock, citing concerns about the company's ability to sustain growth and manage its debt levels effectively.
  • The company's current ratio of 0.73 and quick ratio of 0.43 suggest potential liquidity challenges, as the company may struggle to meet its short-term obligations without relying on additional financing or asset sales.
  • Insider selling activity, such as the transactions by Sean Cohan and Karine Moses in May 2026, may signal a lack of confidence among company insiders regarding the stock's near-term performance and future value.

BCE Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

According to the research reports of 13 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for BCE is C$37.12, with a high forecast of C$41.00 and a low forecast of C$32.00.

13 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for BCE in the last year. There are currently 3 hold ratings and 10 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" BCE shares.

According to analysts, BCE's stock has a predicted upside of 31.85% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.

Over the previous 90 days, BCE's stock had 1 upgrade by analysts.

BCE has been rated by research analysts at Canaccord Genuity Group, Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce, Desjardins, National Bank Financial, Scotia, Scotiabank, and TD in the past 90 days.

Analysts like BCE more than other "communication services" companies. The consensus rating for BCE is Moderate Buy while the average consensus rating for "communication services" companies is Hold. Learn more on how BCE compares to other companies.


MarketBeat monitors more than a dozen sources for BCE analyst ratings, with the most recent rating issued on 10/20/2026.
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