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There is ‘no urgency to turn more positive’ on Vodafone stock - Berenberg

EditorRachael Rajan
Published 06/24/2024, 07:43 AM
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On Monday, Berenberg maintained its Hold rating on Vodafone Group PLC (LON:VOD:LN) (NASDAQ: VOD), and price target of GBP0.78.

The decision follows the recent completion of Vodafone (NASDAQ:VOD)'s exit from the Spanish market and the anticipated finalization of its Italian operations sale in the first half of 2025. Berenberg views these divestitures as a step away from Vodafone's most problematic European markets.

The firm acknowledges Vodafone's status as an affordable investment within the telecommunications sector. However, it highlights that the company's current position is more reflective of its historical developments rather than a strategic design from the ground up. This perspective suggests that while Vodafone's market value is low, this characteristic is not particularly exceptional in the telecom industry.

"With several quarters of poor growth ahead of it, we feel there is no urgency to turn more positive right now," said the analysts.

InvestingPro Insights

As Vodafone Group PLC (VOD:LN) (NASDAQ: VOD) continues to navigate through its strategic divestitures, it's worth noting some key metrics and tips that highlight the company's current financial health and market position. According to InvestingPro data, Vodafone boasts a market capitalization of $24.53 billion, which, coupled with a Price / Book ratio of 0.38 as of the last twelve months ending Q4 2024, suggests the stock is trading at a low multiple compared to the book value of its assets. This aligns with Berenberg's view of Vodafone as an affordable entry into the telecommunications sector.

Moreover, the company's dividend yield stands at an impressive 10.35%, showcasing Vodafone's commitment to returning value to its shareholders. This is supported by an unbroken record of dividend payments for the past 36 consecutive years, a testament to Vodafone's financial resilience and reliability as an income-generating investment. Investors looking for stability in their portfolio might find comfort in Vodafone's low price volatility, as highlighted by one of the InvestingPro Tips.

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