Verizon stock price just had its best day since 2008 — buyback, dividend, and what to watch next
Verizon shares soared 11.8% to $44.52 Friday after the company reported strong subscriber growth, raised its 2026 outlook, and announced a $25 billion buyback and higher dividend. The gain marked Verizon’s biggest single-day jump since 2008. Broader U.S. markets slipped after Donald Trump nominated Kevin Warsh for Fed chair and inflation data came in higher than expected. Investors await Monday’s open and the next key rate update.