Verizon (VZ) to Acquire Frontier Communications, Targeting $500 Million in Synergies

Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE:VZ) ranks among the best communication services stocks to buy now. Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE:VZ) attended the Goldman Sachs Communicopia + Technology Conference 2025 on September 8. The company’s strategic strategy was presented by CEO Hans Vestberg during the conference.

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Notably, the company announced intentions to acquire Frontier Communications with the expectation of cost synergies of $500 million. In terms of financials, Verizon paid off about $7 billion in debt in the second quarter and saw a 4% increase in EBITDA.

With profit margins in the mid-30% range, the company’s benefits platform also generates $2 billion a year.

Meanwhile, Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) has reached 5 million users and plans to have 8 to 9 million by 2028.

Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE:VZ) is a leading provider of technology, entertainment, and communication services worldwide.

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