BCE INC - BCECN 3.37 PERP (BCE-PR-G.CA) Stock Fundamental Analysis
Canada - Toronto Stock Exchange - TSX:BCE-PR-G - CA05534B7372
19.38 CAD
-0.01 (-0.05%)
We assign a fundamental rating of 4 out of 10 to BCE-PR-G. BCE-PR-G was compared to 29 industry peers in the Diversified Telecommunication Services industry. While BCE-PR-G is still in line with the averages on profitability rating, there are concerns on its financial health. BCE-PR-G has a correct valuation and a medium growth rate.
1. Profitability
1.1 Basic Checks
In the past year BCE-PR-G was profitable.
BCE-PR-G had a positive operating cash flow in the past year.
Each year in the past 5 years BCE-PR-G has been profitable.
Each year in the past 5 years BCE-PR-G had a positive operating cash flow.
1.2 Ratios
BCE-PR-G has a Return On Assets of 7.85%. This is in the better half of the industry: BCE-PR-G outperforms 65.52% of its industry peers.
BCE-PR-G has a Return On Equity (27.48%) which is comparable to the rest of the industry.
Looking at the Return On Invested Capital, with a value of 4.52%, BCE-PR-G is in line with its industry, outperforming 48.28% of the companies in the same industry.
BCE-PR-G had an Average Return On Invested Capital over the past 3 years of 4.90%. This is in line with the industry average of 5.01%.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ROA | 7.85% | ||
| ROE | 27.48% | ||
| ROIC | 4.52% |
ROA(3y)2.34%
ROA(5y)3.04%
ROE(3y)7.82%
ROE(5y)9.47%
ROIC(3y)4.9%
ROIC(5y)4.97%
1.3 Margins
With a decent Profit Margin value of 25.21%, BCE-PR-G is doing good in the industry, outperforming 65.52% of the companies in the same industry.
In the last couple of years the Profit Margin of BCE-PR-G has declined.
With a Operating Margin value of 22.38%, BCE-PR-G perfoms like the industry average, outperforming 51.72% of the companies in the same industry.
BCE-PR-G's Operating Margin has been stable in the last couple of years.
Looking at the Gross Margin, with a value of 67.92%, BCE-PR-G is in line with its industry, outperforming 55.17% of the companies in the same industry.
BCE-PR-G's Gross Margin has been stable in the last couple of years.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| OM | 22.38% | ||
| PM (TTM) | 25.21% | ||
| GM | 67.92% |
OM growth 3Y0.29%
OM growth 5Y-0.91%
PM growth 3Y-61.33%
PM growth 5Y-44.58%
GM growth 3Y-0.23%
GM growth 5Y-0.19%
2. Health
2.1 Basic Checks
With a Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) just above the Cost of Capital (WACC), BCE-PR-G is creating some value.
BCE-PR-G has about the same amout of shares outstanding than it did 1 year ago.
Compared to 5 years ago, BCE-PR-G has more shares outstanding
Compared to 1 year ago, BCE-PR-G has a worse debt to assets ratio.
2.2 Solvency
Based on the Altman-Z score of 0.58, we must say that BCE-PR-G is in the distress zone and has some risk of bankruptcy.
BCE-PR-G's Altman-Z score of 0.58 is in line compared to the rest of the industry. BCE-PR-G outperforms 44.83% of its industry peers.
The Debt to FCF ratio of BCE-PR-G is 10.36, which is on the high side as it means it would take BCE-PR-G, 10.36 years of fcf income to pay off all of its debts.
BCE-PR-G has a Debt to FCF ratio (10.36) which is in line with its industry peers.
BCE-PR-G has a Debt/Equity ratio of 1.57. This is a high value indicating a heavy dependency on external financing.
With a Debt to Equity ratio value of 1.57, BCE-PR-G perfoms like the industry average, outperforming 58.62% of the companies in the same industry.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt/Equity | 1.57 | ||
| Debt/FCF | 10.36 | ||
| Altman-Z | 0.58 |
ROIC/WACC1.08
WACC4.2%
2.3 Liquidity
BCE-PR-G has a Current Ratio of 0.58. This is a bad value and indicates that BCE-PR-G is not financially healthy enough and could expect problems in meeting its short term obligations.
With a Current ratio value of 0.58, BCE-PR-G perfoms like the industry average, outperforming 48.28% of the companies in the same industry.
A Quick Ratio of 0.55 indicates that BCE-PR-G may have some problems paying its short term obligations.
BCE-PR-G's Quick ratio of 0.55 is in line compared to the rest of the industry. BCE-PR-G outperforms 48.28% of its industry peers.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio | 0.58 | ||
| Quick Ratio | 0.55 |
3. Growth
3.1 Past
The earnings per share for BCE-PR-G have decreased by -3.65% in the last year.
The Earnings Per Share has been decreasing by -2.78% on average over the past years.
BCE-PR-G shows a small growth in Revenue. In the last year, the Revenue has grown by 0.11%.
The Revenue has been growing slightly by 0.51% on average over the past years.
EPS 1Y (TTM)-3.65%
EPS 3Y-1.59%
EPS 5Y-2.78%
EPS Q2Q%5.33%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)0.11%
Revenue growth 3Y1.35%
Revenue growth 5Y0.51%
Sales Q2Q%1.31%
3.2 Future
The Earnings Per Share is expected to grow by 1.66% on average over the next years.
Based on estimates for the next years, BCE-PR-G will show a small growth in Revenue. The Revenue will grow by 1.83% on average per year.
EPS Next Y-10.6%
EPS Next 2Y-5.41%
EPS Next 3Y-3.28%
EPS Next 5Y1.66%
Revenue Next Year1.57%
Revenue Next 2Y2.31%
Revenue Next 3Y1.92%
Revenue Next 5Y1.83%
3.3 Evolution
The EPS growth rate is accelerating: in the next years the growth will be better than in the last years.
The Revenue growth rate is accelerating: in the next years the growth will be better than in the last years.
4. Valuation
4.1 Price/Earnings Ratio
The Price/Earnings ratio is 6.68, which indicates a rather cheap valuation of BCE-PR-G.
Based on the Price/Earnings ratio, BCE-PR-G is valued a bit cheaper than the industry average as 65.52% of the companies are valued more expensively.
When comparing the Price/Earnings ratio of BCE-PR-G to the average of the S&P500 Index (26.15), we can say BCE-PR-G is valued rather cheaply.
Based on the Price/Forward Earnings ratio of 7.13, the valuation of BCE-PR-G can be described as very cheap.
62.07% of the companies in the same industry are more expensive than BCE-PR-G, based on the Price/Forward Earnings ratio.
BCE-PR-G's Price/Forward Earnings ratio indicates a rather cheap valuation when compared to the S&P500 average which is at 36.12.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 6.68 | ||
| Fwd PE | 7.13 |
4.2 Price Multiples
Compared to the rest of the industry, the Enterprise Value to EBITDA ratio of BCE-PR-G is on the same level as its industry peers.
BCE-PR-G's Price/Free Cash Flow ratio is a bit cheaper when compared to the industry. BCE-PR-G is cheaper than 62.07% of the companies in the same industry.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| P/FCF | 4.57 | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 5.53 |
4.3 Compensation for Growth
BCE-PR-G's earnings are expected to decrease with -3.28% in the coming years. This may justify a cheaper valuation.
PEG (NY)N/A
PEG (5Y)N/A
EPS Next 2Y-5.41%
EPS Next 3Y-3.28%
5. Dividend
5.1 Amount
With a Yearly Dividend Yield of 5.41%, BCE-PR-G is a good candidate for dividend investing.
BCE-PR-G's Dividend Yield is comparable with the industry average which is at 5.39.
BCE-PR-G's Dividend Yield is rather good when compared to the S&P500 average which is at 2.41.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 5.41% |
5.2 History
The dividend of BCE-PR-G has a limited annual growth rate of 4.82%.
BCE-PR-G has been paying a dividend for at least 10 years, so it has a reliable track record.
BCE-PR-G has not decreased its dividend in the past 5 years, so it has a somewhat stable track record.
Dividend Growth(5Y)4.82%
Div Incr Years0
Div Non Decr Years7
5.3 Sustainability
43.52% of the earnings are spent on dividend by BCE-PR-G. This is a bit on the high side, but may be sustainable.
BCE-PR-G's earnings are growing slower than its dividend. This means the dividend growth is not sustainable.
DP43.52%
EPS Next 2Y-5.41%
EPS Next 3Y-3.28%
TSX:BCE-PR-G (11/27/2025, 7:00:00 PM)
19.38
-0.01 (-0.05%)
Chartmill FA Rating
GICS SectorCommunication Services
GICS IndustryGroupTelecommunication Services
GICS IndustryDiversified Telecommunication Services
Earnings (Last)
Earnings (Next)
Inst Owners47.57%
Inst Owner ChangeN/A
Ins Owners0.04%
Ins Owner ChangeN/A
Market Cap18.07B
Revenue(TTM)24.49B
Net Income(TTM)6.17B
Analysts64.55
Price Target22.24 (14.76%)
Short Float %N/A
Short RatioN/A
Dividend
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 5.41% |
Yearly Dividend4.17
Dividend Growth(5Y)4.82%
DP43.52%
Div Incr Years0
Div Non Decr Years7
Ex-Date
Surprises & Revisions
EPS beat(2)1
Avg EPS beat(2)-1.44%
Min EPS beat(2)-12.22%
Max EPS beat(2)9.34%
EPS beat(4)3
Avg EPS beat(4)4.21%
Min EPS beat(4)-12.22%
Max EPS beat(4)10.64%
EPS beat(8)5
Avg EPS beat(8)2.18%
EPS beat(12)6
Avg EPS beat(12)1.77%
EPS beat(16)10
Avg EPS beat(16)2.48%
Revenue beat(2)1
Avg Revenue beat(2)-0.07%
Min Revenue beat(2)-1.42%
Max Revenue beat(2)1.28%
Revenue beat(4)2
Avg Revenue beat(4)-0.21%
Min Revenue beat(4)-1.42%
Max Revenue beat(4)1.28%
Revenue beat(8)2
Avg Revenue beat(8)-0.91%
Revenue beat(12)3
Avg Revenue beat(12)-0.85%
Revenue beat(16)3
Avg Revenue beat(16)-0.9%
PT rev (1m)4.26%
PT rev (3m)18.34%
EPS NQ rev (1m)-1.65%
EPS NQ rev (3m)-0.55%
EPS NY rev (1m)0%
EPS NY rev (3m)-0.29%
Revenue NQ rev (1m)0.41%
Revenue NQ rev (3m)0.35%
Revenue NY rev (1m)-0.02%
Revenue NY rev (3m)-0.1%
Valuation
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 6.68 | ||
| Fwd PE | 7.13 | ||
| P/S | 0.74 | ||
| P/FCF | 4.57 | ||
| P/OCF | 2.47 | ||
| P/B | 0.8 | ||
| P/tB | N/A | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 5.53 |
EPS(TTM)2.9
EY14.96%
EPS(NY)2.72
Fwd EY14.03%
FCF(TTM)4.24
FCFY21.88%
OCF(TTM)7.83
OCFY40.42%
SpS26.26
BVpS24.08
TBVpS-8.8
PEG (NY)N/A
PEG (5Y)N/A
Graham Number39.64
Profitability
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ROA | 7.85% | ||
| ROE | 27.48% | ||
| ROCE | 8.25% | ||
| ROIC | 4.52% | ||
| ROICexc | 4.55% | ||
| ROICexgc | 8.5% | ||
| OM | 22.38% | ||
| PM (TTM) | 25.21% | ||
| GM | 67.92% | ||
| FCFM | 16.15% |
ROA(3y)2.34%
ROA(5y)3.04%
ROE(3y)7.82%
ROE(5y)9.47%
ROIC(3y)4.9%
ROIC(5y)4.97%
ROICexc(3y)5.01%
ROICexc(5y)5.05%
ROICexgc(3y)9.15%
ROICexgc(5y)9.15%
ROCE(3y)9.37%
ROCE(5y)9.44%
ROICexgc growth 3Y1.14%
ROICexgc growth 5Y-3.03%
ROICexc growth 3Y0.85%
ROICexc growth 5Y-2.9%
OM growth 3Y0.29%
OM growth 5Y-0.91%
PM growth 3Y-61.33%
PM growth 5Y-44.58%
GM growth 3Y-0.23%
GM growth 5Y-0.19%
F-Score6
Asset Turnover0.31
Health
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt/Equity | 1.57 | ||
| Debt/FCF | 10.36 | ||
| Debt/EBITDA | 3.32 | ||
| Cap/Depr | 65.44% | ||
| Cap/Sales | 13.68% | ||
| Interest Coverage | 2.91 | ||
| Cash Conversion | 68.91% | ||
| Profit Quality | 64.08% | ||
| Current Ratio | 0.58 | ||
| Quick Ratio | 0.55 | ||
| Altman-Z | 0.58 |
F-Score6
WACC4.2%
ROIC/WACC1.08
Cap/Depr(3y)97.8%
Cap/Depr(5y)98.75%
Cap/Sales(3y)19.56%
Cap/Sales(5y)19.53%
Profit Quality(3y)656.86%
Profit Quality(5y)446%
High Growth Momentum
Growth
EPS 1Y (TTM)-3.65%
EPS 3Y-1.59%
EPS 5Y-2.78%
EPS Q2Q%5.33%
EPS Next Y-10.6%
EPS Next 2Y-5.41%
EPS Next 3Y-3.28%
EPS Next 5Y1.66%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)0.11%
Revenue growth 3Y1.35%
Revenue growth 5Y0.51%
Sales Q2Q%1.31%
Revenue Next Year1.57%
Revenue Next 2Y2.31%
Revenue Next 3Y1.92%
Revenue Next 5Y1.83%
EBIT growth 1Y-0.47%
EBIT growth 3Y1.64%
EBIT growth 5Y-0.41%
EBIT Next Year94.58%
EBIT Next 3Y26.41%
EBIT Next 5Y16.08%
FCF growth 1Y77.12%
FCF growth 3Y-4.23%
FCF growth 5Y-6.84%
OCF growth 1Y-3.63%
OCF growth 3Y-3.43%
OCF growth 5Y-1.95%
BCE INC - BCECN 3.37 PERP / BCE-PR-G.CA FAQ
What is the fundamental rating for BCE-PR-G stock?
ChartMill assigns a fundamental rating of 4 / 10 to BCE-PR-G.CA.
What is the valuation status for BCE-PR-G stock?
ChartMill assigns a valuation rating of 6 / 10 to BCE INC - BCECN 3.37 PERP (BCE-PR-G.CA). This can be considered as Fairly Valued.
What is the profitability of BCE-PR-G stock?
BCE INC - BCECN 3.37 PERP (BCE-PR-G.CA) has a profitability rating of 5 / 10.
What is the earnings growth outlook for BCE INC - BCECN 3.37 PERP?
The Earnings per Share (EPS) of BCE INC - BCECN 3.37 PERP (BCE-PR-G.CA) is expected to decline by -10.6% in the next year.
Can you provide the dividend sustainability for BCE-PR-G stock?
The dividend rating of BCE INC - BCECN 3.37 PERP (BCE-PR-G.CA) is 6 / 10 and the dividend payout ratio is 43.52%.