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Verizon's Quiet Turnaround: What Dan Schulman Has Up His Sleeve
business1 month ago

Verizon's Quiet Turnaround: What Dan Schulman Has Up His Sleeve

Verizon, under new CEO Dan Schulman, is pursuing a major turnaround but remains mum on the specifics of a new value proposition. Analysts expect a strategy that leverages wireless and wired assets, possible third-party services, and strategic partnerships (e.g., FIFA World Cup sponsorship), along with pricing changes and a renewed focus on network performance and contractor relations. Details are anticipated at the Q1 2026 earnings call on April 27.

Verizon Steers Clear of a Price War, Keeping Promotions Modest
business3 months ago

Verizon Steers Clear of a Price War, Keeping Promotions Modest

Verizon has avoided launching a full-blown price war, sticking with modest promotions (like four lines for $100 with four iPhone 17s) to grow market share without hurting ARPU, while rivals haven’t slammed the brakes or launched bold retaliations. Analysts say the strategy centers on a customer-first approach rather than aggressive pricing, and the Q4 results will reveal whether more aggressive moves are needed to stem churn or capture more postpaid adds.

Verizon Appoints Dan Schulman as New CEO
business7 months ago

Verizon Appoints Dan Schulman as New CEO

Verizon has appointed former PayPal CEO Dan Schulman as its new CEO, replacing Hans Vestberg, who will remain on the board until 2026. Schulman, known for significantly growing PayPal, aims to lead Verizon through a phase of growth and sector leadership, while the company continues its acquisition of Frontier Communications to expand its broadband network. Shares dipped slightly following the announcement.