Telus
About: Telus is one of the Big Three wireless service providers in Canada, with over 10 million mobile phone subscribers nationwide constituting about 30% of the total market. It is the incumbent local exchange carrier in the western Canadian provinces of British Columbia and Alberta, where it provides internet, television, and landline phone services. It also has a small wireline presence in eastern Quebec. Mostly because of recent acquisitions, more than 20% of Telus' sales now come from nontelecom businesses, most notably in the international business services, health, security, and agriculture industries. The firm has a 55% economic stake in Telus International.
Employees: 106,800
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Funds holding %
of 7,425 funds
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Analysts bullish %
Fund manager confidence
Based on 2024 Q4 regulatory disclosures by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)
16% more repeat investments, than reductions
Existing positions increased: 115 | Existing positions reduced: 99
1.48% more ownership
Funds ownership: 49.23% [Q3] → 50.7% (+1.48%) [Q4]
5% less funds holding
Funds holding: 297 [Q3] → 282 (-15) [Q4]
16% less capital invested
Capital invested by funds: $12.3B [Q3] → $10.3B (-$2.02B) [Q4]
32% less first-time investments, than exits
New positions opened: 28 | Existing positions closed: 41
42% less call options, than puts
Call options by funds: $264M | Put options by funds: $454M
57% less funds holding in top 10
Funds holding in top 10: 7 [Q3] → 3 (-4) [Q4]
Research analyst outlook
We haven’t received any recent analyst ratings for TU.
Financial journalist opinion
Based on 8 articles about TU published over the past 30 days
Neutral
PRNewsWire
10 hours ago
Advancing trustworthy AI globally: TELUS is the first Canadian company to embrace newly-launched Hiroshima AI Process (HAIP) Reporting Framework
TELUS contributed insights from its award-winning, human-centric AI program in support of accountability and trust-building worldwide Contributions of early reporting framework respondents are critical to ongoing global discussions, including the G7 Leaders' Summit and the OECD's Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence Plenary later this year TORONTO , April 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - TELUS today announces its submission to the Hiroshima AI Process (HAIP) Reporting Framework , sharing its proven approaches and best practices for safe and trustworthy AI development in alignment with the G7 AI Code of Conduct. As one of 20 companies worldwide that participated in the OECD Pilot of the Reporting Framework, TELUS is proud to contribute to global collaborative efforts to develop human-centric AI extending its long-standing commitment to building trust in TELUS and the digital world.
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
6 days ago
Will Telus (TU) Beat Estimates Again in Its Next Earnings Report?
Telus (TU) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
1 week ago
TELUS Corporation: Outpacing Peers With Smarter Growth And Financial Discipline
Telus has outperformed Bell and Rogers, supported by a stronger balance sheet and a better growth engine in Health Services and Agriculture & Consumer Goods divisions. Despite industry headwinds, we maintain a "Buy" rating due to its financial flexibility, lower leverage, and sustainable dividend yield of 7.75%. Telus's completed fibre buildout will reduce capital intensity, allowing focus on deleveraging and maintaining a competitive balance sheet position.
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
1 week ago
DTEGY or TU: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
Investors with an interest in Diversified Communication Services stocks have likely encountered both Deutsche Telekom AG (DTEGY) and Telus (TU). But which of these two stocks offers value investors a better bang for their buck right now?
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
2 weeks ago
TELUS to Set Up Sovereign AI Factories in Kamloops & Rimouski
TU will launch Canada's first Sovereign AI Factories in Quebec and British Columbia, boosting secure and sustainable AI infrastructure.
Neutral
PRNewsWire
2 weeks ago
TELUS ANNOUNCES INAUGURAL JUNIOR SUBORDINATED NOTE OFFERING
Base shelf prospectus is accessible, and prospectus supplement will be accessible within two business days, through SEDAR+ 6.25% Fixed-to-Fixed Rate Junior Subordinated Notes, Series CAR due July 21, 2055 6.75% Fixed-to-Fixed Rate Junior Subordinated Notes, Series CAS due July 21, 2055 VANCOUVER, BC , April 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - TELUS announced today it has priced $1.6 billion of fixed-to-fixed rate junior subordinated notes in two series, each with a 30.25-year maturity. The notes are offered through a syndicate of agents led by RBC Dominion Securities Inc., Scotia Capital Inc. and TD Securities Inc. Closing of the offering is expected to occur on or about April 21, 2025.
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
2 weeks ago
TELUS Enhances Wellness With GameRx Launch: Will TU Stock Benefit?
TU engineers GameRx to harness video games' power to support Canadian gamers' mental, emotional and even physical well-being.
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
3 weeks ago
DTEGY vs. TU: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?
Investors looking for stocks in the Diversified Communication Services sector might want to consider either Deutsche Telekom AG (DTEGY) or Telus (TU). But which of these two companies is the best option for those looking for undervalued stocks?
Neutral
PRNewsWire
1 month ago
TELUS exploring dedicated infrastructure entity and strategic investment to supercharge its next-gen wireless networks
VANCOUVER, BC , March 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - In its ongoing commitment to bring world-leading connectivity and cutting-edge technology to more Canadians, TELUS has been engaging advisors for several months on a number of balance sheet strengthening items, including evaluating a potential plan to sell a minority stake in our world class portfolio of wireless towers. "We have engaged with advisors to explore the monetization of our tower infrastructure.
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
1 month ago
Here's Why Telus (TU) is a Strong Value Stock
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