BCE Inc.
BCECommunication ServicesNASDAQTelecom Services
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Daily timeframeBCE Inc., a communications company, provides wireless, wireline, internet, streaming services, and television (TV) services to residential, business, and wholesale customers in Canada. With a market capitalization of $23.23B, it sits in large-cap territory. The company operates through three segments: Bell Communication and Technology Services Canada, Bell Communication and Technology Services United States, and Bell Media.
Market Cap
$23.23B
Beta
0.58
P/E (TTM)
5.08
P/E (Fwd)
12.72
EPS (TTM)
$4.90
EPS (Fwd)
$1.96
ROE
31.5%
ROA
4.4%
Cash
$1.38B
Total Debt
$42.96B
Free CF
$2.68B
52W Change
14.3%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
On the balance sheet, BCE has $1.38B in cash with $42.96B in obligations. The ability to service this debt comfortably depends on continued operational cash generation. Free cash flow comes in at $2.68B, providing flexibility for reinvestment, buybacks, or dividends. Consistent free cash flow generation is often considered a sign of operational health. ROE of 31.5% points to exceptionally high capital efficiency, indicating how much profit the company produces per dollar of shareholder equity. ROA of 4.4% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been relatively flat, moving from $24.17B (2022) to $24.47B (2025).
The relatively low beta of 0.58 suggests BCE is a less volatile holding compared to the broader index. The debt-to-cash ratio suggests meaningful leverage on the balance sheet, a factor worth monitoring if credit conditions tighten. No single metric tells the full story. Reviewing BCE's risk profile alongside its fundamentals and technical indicators provides a more complete picture.